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Key information

We have an international research reputation and close connection with the professional and industrial world of science, engineering and technology.

Programme code
R/526/6/0108
Level
Undergraduate
Delivery type
Full Time
Degree qualification
MEng
Mode of delivery
On-Campus
Duration
4 years
Location
Malaysia
Start date
September

The programme covers the main civil engineering disciplines of Structures, Geotechnics, Water Engineering, and Highway Engineering, and provides students with the key skills and knowledge required to become chartered civil or structural engineers.

After graduation, students are equipped to work for engineering consultants, contractors or government at management level. The core curriculum includes instruction in all main subject areas, concentrating on analysis and materials behaviour, with increasing focus on design and management in the specialisation years. Throughout, there is an emphasis on the personal development of students within a professional environment.

MEng Civil Engineering progression

BEng students who meet the progression requirements for the MEng programme may transfer programmes at the end of Year 2.

Teaching and assessment

Teaching involves a mix of lectures, tutorials and practical work. Assessment is by a combination of coursework and examination. By the final year, coursework assessment, principally through the design project and research dissertations, accounts for approximately 50% of the final assessment.

Your student experience

This programme is accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA). In addition to recognition in Malaysia, we seek accreditation by UK and international professional bodies in accordance with their standard procedures.

Our degrees are offered as 3 year BEng (Bachelor of Engineering) or 4 year MEng (Master of Engineering) qualifications. This programme is fully accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM) from the UK, who represent The Institution of Civil Engineers, the Institution of Structural Engineers, the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation, and the Highway Engineers.

The programme is also currently under review for full accreditation by the Engineering Accreditation Council Malaysia (EAC). For registration by the Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM) the four year undergraduate MEng programme is required plus a summer industrial placement.

Go Global

With Go Global, Heriot-Watt's global student programme, you can carry your studies to new places and experience new cultures, expanding your horizons on the way. You'll discover what it means to be a true global citizen and emerge prepared for wherever your career journey will take you.

Inter-Campus Transfer: Dubai

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Inter-Campus Transfer: United Kingdom

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Course content

September Intake - Malaysia

Mandatory September

  • Analysis of Determinate Structures
  • Hydraulics and Hydrology A
  • Surveying and GIS
  • Mathematics for Engineers and Scientists 3

Mandatory January

  • Design Studies A-Problem Solving
  • Civil Engineering Materials
  • Stress Analysis and Element Strength
  • Statistics for Science

Fees and funding

StatusFull Time
LocalMYR 45,000
InternationalMYR 54,000

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Entry requirements

We have standard entry requirements for all of our courses that you will have to meet.

  • A-Level/STPM: BBC including B in Mathematics and Physics.
  • UEC: 15 points or less including A2 in Mathematics and Physics (5 subjects not less than B grade).
  • WACE: ATAR 75 including 65% in Mathematics Method/Specialist and Physics.
  • SACE: ATAR 75 including 15.0 in Mathematics Method/Specialist and Physics.
  • Canada Year 12 High School Diploma: 75% including 70% in Mathematics and Physics.
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma: 26 points including 5 in SL Physics and Mathematics AA (or 5 in HL Mathematics AI).
  • Matriculation/ Foundation: CGPA 3.0 including B in Mathematics and Physics.
  • Diploma: A diploma in related field – Engineering with CGPA 3.0 including B in Mathematics and Physics.
  • Heriot-Watt University Malaysia Foundation in Science: Grade C average including C in Mathematics, Physics and English.
  • SMA 3 (Indonesia): 8.0 including 8.0 in Mathematics and Physics.
  • Year 12 State Board High School Examination (India): 75% including 75% in Mathematics and Physics.
  • Senior High School Graduation Certificate (China): 80% including 80% in Mathematics and Physics.

Note:
We strongly urge all prospective students to submit their applications. Our students comprise of individuals with a wide array of qualifications. The most comprehensive way for us to assess eligibility is by receiving a completed application comprising of academic qualification.

Entry requirements in the prospectus and website may not always apply and individual offers may vary.

If you do not have IELTS 6.0, we offer a Pre-Sessional English Programme (PSEP) prior to commencing your studies.

Why Heriot-Watt

We are committed to producing future-ready graduates with high-quality British education. Located in Putrajaya since 2014, Heriot-Watt University Malaysia's purpose-built, state-of-the-art, lakeside campus in Putrajaya is the first “green campus” in Malaysia; catering to a global network of students.

Ranked in the top 10 for Research Impact in the UK, with campuses in Scotland and Dubai, we offer students the opportunity of a truly global seamless learning experience flourishing beyond academic excellence through our Purpose Driven Education approach.

Employability

Our graduates have excellent employment prospects. They design and oversee construction projects such as urban drainage systems, roads, bridges, buildings and airports. All civil and structural engineering courses are supported by the civil engineering industry advisory committee, which includes representatives from major multi-national employers offering advice, guidance and work placement opportunities.

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