Master of Electrical Engineering (By Coursework & Research)

College of Graduate Studies

R3/0712/7/0001 (12/27) (MQA/A8614)

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Overview

Master of Electrical Engineering (By Coursework & Research)
This programme combines advanced coursework with supervised research to develop in-depth technical expertise and research capabilities in electrical engineering. It covers specialised areas such as power systems, electronics, control, and communication technologies, preparing graduates to solve complex engineering problems and pursue professional or research-oriented careers in advanced electrical engineering fields.

 

About Programme

Master of Electrical Engineering (By Coursework & Research) is a half-research program where candidates are given the unique opportunity to follow their interest in a specialized area of research of Electrical/ Communication Systems Engineering for 1-4 years and make an important academic contribution to the knowledge of the chosen research area.

Prospective candidates can venture into careers in engineering services, electrical power generation, transmission and distribution, design and production of communications systems and equipment as well as researchers/ academicians in universities and/or research institutions. Candidates will also be able to further their study to a PhD program in the related discipline of engineering.

🗓️ Intakes 2026
January, June & August
 
🕒 Duration
4 years (Part-time)
3 years (Full-time)

🪙 Total Programme Fee

RM28,100 - for Malaysian students

RM31,100 - for International students

 

⭐ Career Prospect
  1. Range of Monthly Salary (from fresh to senior position):
    RM2,000 – RM25,000
    Source: Jobstreet Salary Report and Kelly Services (Malaysia) Salary Guide.
  2. Employability Rate (within 6 months of Graduation):
    94.0% Employed | 6.0% Job Creators / Further Study
    Source: Ministry of Education Malaysia’s Graduate Tracer Study.

Program Structure

✔️ Advanced Applied Telecommunication System

✔️ Communications Systems and Networks

✔️Micro and Nano Engineering

✔️ Photonics Technologies

✔️ Radio Frequency and Microwave Engineering

✔️Signal Processing and Control Systems

✔️ System and Machine Intelligence

✔️ Distributed Generation

✔️ High Voltage Systems

✔️ Power Quality

✔️Power System Analysis

✔️ Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency

✔️ Smart Grid

 ✔️ Advanced Applied Telecommunication System

✔️ Advanced Digital Signal Processing

 ✔️ Optical Fiber Communication

✔️ Data Network Design and Analysis

 ✔️ Antennas Technology for Wireless Communications

✔️ Power Systems Operation and Planning

 ✔️ High Voltage Engineering

✔️ Power Systems Protection

 ✔️ Power Systems Steady State Analysis

✔️ Renewable Energy Sources

 ✔️ Power Conversion Systems

✔️ Engineering Diagnostics Tools

 

✔️ Advanced Artificial Intelligence

 

✔️ Project Management

✔️ Research Methodology

✔️ Research Project – Dissertation (20 Credit hours)

 
  • A bachelor’s degree in the field or related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 or equivalent, as accepted by UNITEN Senate; OR

  • A bachelor’s degree in the field or related fields or equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 and not meeting CGPA of 2.75, can be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment; OR

  • A bachelor’s degree in the field or related fields or equivalent with 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.

  • Candidates without a qualification in the related fields or relevant working experience must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses determined by UNITEN and meet the minimum CGPA based on (i) to (iii).
  • For international students: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 500 or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 5.0 or its equivalent.