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MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Key information

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

Programme code
KPT/JPS (R/523/6/0265) (MQA/FA6194) 08/27
Level
Undergraduate
Delivery type
Full Time
Degree qualification
MEng
Mode of delivery
On-Campus
Duration
4 years
Location
Malaysia
Start date
September

Electrical and electronic engineering play a significant role in modern society. From the electricity that powers our lives to the mobile phones that enable communication and provide entertainment, the technologies around us inspire wonder. Highly trained engineers are needed to specify and design such systems and devise electronic engineering solutions for future challenges - such as electric transportation, renewable energy generation, robot systems and medical diagnostics. 

MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering progression

All students by default will be enrolled into the MEng programme at the point of entry. This is done for the applicant's eligibility for PTPTN's study loan, as well as for recognition by the Board of Engineers Malaysia.

Your student experience

Teaching methods range from lectures, tutorial classes and mentor sessions, to workshop and laboratory activities supported by group and individual projects. Assessment is by examination, coursework, presentations, group project and individual project, the balance being appropriate to the different teaching methods used in the courses.

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: United Kingdom

Discover new friends and places with an inter-campus transfer to the UK.

Inter-Campus Transfer: Dubai

Discover new friends and places with an inter-campus transfer to Dubai.

Course content

September Intake - Malaysia

Mandatory September

  • Digital Design and Programming
  • Sustainable Development and Engineering Management
  • Circuits and Analysis
  • Mathematics for Engineers and Scientists 3

Mandatory January

  • Computer Architecture and Embedded Systems
  • Electrical Power and Machines
  • Introduction to Electricity and Magnetism
  • Mathematics for Engineers and Scientists 4

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 (or5 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: Pass including D in Mathematics, Physics and C in 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.

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

The Electrical and Electronic Engineering MEng degree provides a broad education as well as an appropriate measure of specialisation in Advanced Electronic, Electrical and Computer Systems. Graduates enjoy excellent employment prospects throughout industry, financial organisations, government and the professions and are well qualified to join research teams.

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