MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Heriot-Watt University Malaysia · Putrajaya, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
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Electrical and electronic engineering plays a significant role in modern society, from power systems to mobile communications and future technologies like renewable energy generation, electric transportation, and medical diagnostics. The MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering at Heriot-Watt University Malaysia is delivered on campus and is designed to build advanced engineering knowledge alongside practical learning approaches.
The programme is taught using a mix of lectures, tutorials, mentor sessions, workshops, and laboratory activities, and students are assessed through examination, coursework, presentations, and group or individual projects. For the Malaysia intake, the programme structure includes mandatory modules across the academic years, with an official September start date listed on the programme page.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Computer Architecture and Embedded Systems
- Electrical Power and Machines
- Introduction to Electricity and Magnetism
- Mathematics for Engineers and Scientists 4
- Advanced electronic, electrical and computer systems specialisation within the MEng degree
- Engineering problem-solving supported by lectures, tutorial classes, mentor sessions, and laboratory activities
- Assessment through examinations, coursework, presentations, group project, and individual project work
- Project-based learning to apply engineering solutions to future challenges
Curriculum
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 (September) | Mandatory courses | Digital Design and Programming | ||
| Sustainable Development and Engineering Management | ||||
| Circuits and Analysis | ||||
| Mathematics for Engineers and Scientists 3 | ||||
| Year 1 (January) | Mandatory courses | Computer Architecture and Embedded Systems | ||
| Electrical Power and Machines | ||||
| Introduction to Electricity and Magnetism | ||||
| Mathematics for Engineers and Scientists 4 | ||||
| Year 2 (full year) | Courses listed for Year 2 | Semiconductor Electronics | ||
| System Project | ||||
| Engineering Mathematics and Statistics | ||||
| Time Frequency and Signal Analysis | ||||
| Signals and Systems | ||||
| Electrical Energy Systems | ||||
| Electromagnetism | ||||
| Year 3 (full year) | Courses listed for Year 3 | MEng Group Project | ||
| Professional and Industrial Studies | ||||
| MEng Group Project 2 | ||||
| Industrial Training | ||||
| Year 4 (full year) | Project work plus optional courses listed for Year 4 | Project 1 | ||
| Project 2 | ||||
| Electrical Power System | ||||
| Digital Signal Processing | ||||
| Distributed Generation | ||||
| Renewable Generation and Conversion |
Career outcomes
- You build industry-relevant engineering capability across advanced electronic, electrical and computer systems, preparing you for engineering professionals roles.
- You learn to specify and design electrical and electronic systems, which supports career paths in power, embedded systems, and broader electrical engineering practice.
- Your degree structure uses a mix of examinations, coursework, presentations, and project work, helping you graduate with practical problem-solving skills.
- You develop communication and teamwork through group project and individual project assessment methods, supporting smoother entry into professional engineering environments.
- You also strengthen your analytical foundation through engineering mathematics and core electromagnetism content, which benefits long-term progression in technical roles.
- The programme explicitly supports progression into research teams, helping you move toward specialist and higher-responsibility engineering opportunities.
Employability rate
MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering graduates in Malaysia typically see an employability rate of around 86% and an unemployment rate of about 14%, reflecting continued hiring needs for electrical and electronic engineers across industry and infrastructure.
Together, these figures point to a stable career outlook when you graduate with strong engineering foundations and project experience aligned to real-world systems.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Higher secondary / pre-university qualifications | International applicants are considered based on an appropriate school-leaving qualification and subject coverage suitable for Year 1 entry to the MEng programme (including Mathematics and Physics, plus English language requirements as applicable). Entry requirement pathways listed for the programme include A-Level, STPM, UEC, IB Diploma, WACE/SACE, and other listed school-leaving qualifications. The specific grades/points required depend on the qualification type shown in the programme entry requirements. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering / Electronics / Electrical fundamentals | Direct match | International applicants should have prior study foundations that cover Mathematics and Physics as required for Year 1 entry to this MEng programme. |
Language requirements
As the MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering programme is taught and assessed in English, international applicants must provide an approved English language test score as part of the application process.
IELTS Academic
TOEFL iBT
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MOI (Medium of Instruction)
MOI waiver details are not published for this programme. See the English test requirements above.
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | MYR 59529.6 / total program | Heriot-Watt University Malaysia tuition fee shown for international students for MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Full Time). |
Proof of financial resources
International applicants should be prepared to show they can fund tuition and living costs for studying in Malaysia. Heriot-Watt University Malaysia also processes your student pass application using Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS), and you may be asked for evidence of financial ability as part of that process.
- Evidence of funds to cover tuition and living costs for the intended study period in Malaysia
- Any financial documentation requested during EMGS and student pass processing
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| Application portal opens | January 01, 2026 |
| Application deadline (final submit) | August 03, 2026 |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A |
| Semester begins | September 07, 2026 |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Prepare your eligibility documents
Before you apply, check the programme’s entry requirements and confirm your school-leaving qualification includes the needed subject areas (including Mathematics and Physics) and meets the programme’s English language requirements. Gather your passport and academic transcripts, plus your English language test results if required. If anything is unclear about your qualification, submit a completed application so the university can assess eligibility based on your documents.
Submit the online application
Heriot-Watt University Malaysia accepts applications online for the programme. Create an account to use the online application form and complete all required sections during the intake period. You must pay the application processing fee of RM 530 for each application you submit (international applicants) and you will not be able to submit your application without this fee.
Upload supporting documents and complete checks
Upload your English language proof and original or certified copies of academic transcripts in the format requested in the supporting documents checklist. The university notes that you must upload all supporting documents required for your application, and that it uses your academic qualification information to assess eligibility. Keep your documents ready so you can respond quickly if admissions request additional information later in the process.
Plan for visa processing after acceptance
After you receive an offer and proceed with enrolment, you will need to apply for a student pass process for study in Malaysia. Heriot-Watt University Malaysia notes that a visa application fee is a mandatory charge imposed by relevant immigration authorities to process and assess student visa applications through EMGS. Plan your documents and timelines early so you can meet the visa-related deadlines shown in the intake calendar.