Program Information

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Masters of Science in Materials Engineering is a mixed-mode postgraduate academic programme which specializes on materials structures, properties, processing and characterisation techniques. The main objective for the establishment of this programme is to produce postgraduates in the field of materials engineering with specialization in materials to fulfil the need of Malaysia's modern industries such as manufacturing and production, research and development work, maintenance and disposal, education etc. The programme equips students with sufficient materials engineering knowledge and soft skills to enable them to work effectively, not only toward their degree but also to deal with problems encountered in an increasingly competitive technological world

Program Introduction

General Info:
Combination of coursework and research activity. Ideal program for engineering, science and technology graduate or workers who aspire for career enhancement in a challenging worldwide environment. The program addresses the importance and necessities in materials engineering and also covers real case studies, industrial visit, coloration, research projects and attending colloquiums. Graduates shall be equipped to perform in the government sectors and various industries such as composites, polymer, metals, ceramics, chemical, oil and gas, transportation, and others.

Semester Intake:
1 Year Programme. The program is available for Semester 1 (September) intake and Semester 2 (February) intake.

Entry Requirement

  1. A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Science or Technology accepted by UTHM Senate with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 or equivalent; or
  2. A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Science or Technology with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 and not meeting CGPA of 2.75, can be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment; or
  3. A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Science or Technology with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and not meeting CGPA of 2.50, can be accepted subject to a minimum of 5 years working experience in the relevant field and rigorous internal assessment. (Working Experience Portfolio Required)
  4. Candidates without a qualification in the related fields or relevant working experience must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses determined by UTHM and meet the minimum CGPA based on (1) to (3). (Rigorous Assessment)
  5. Applicant with the age of 30 and above (on the year of application) with APEL A-T7 qualification can be accepted.

English Requirement 

International students should fullfill the minimum english proficiency level of either MUET = B3.5, IELTS = 5.0, TOEFL iBT = 40, TOEFL Essentials (Online) = 7.5, PTE Academic/ PTE Academic (Online) = 47, Linguaskill Online = 154 or ELS = 107 for International Students. (For Non-English Speaking Country)

Inquiries & Further Information

CONTACT PERSON:


Dr. Nur Azam bin Badarulzaman
Head of Programme (CDB)
azam@uthm.edu.my