Bachelor of Electronic Engineering with Honours
Southern University College · Johor, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
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Bachelor of Electronic Engineering with Honours at Southern University College is designed for students who want to broaden their knowledge in electronics engineering, with a focus on analysis and design, practical and project handling, and problem-solving skills.
The programme includes engineering mathematics, core electronics engineering modules, telecommunications and control topics, project and practice modules, capstone projects, industrial training, and elective modules such as Artificial Intelligence and Embedded System Design.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Builds engineering fundamentals used across electronic systems, circuit analysis, and technical problem-solving.
- Develops mathematics, computing, and introductory electronics knowledge that supports later design and applications work.
- Introduces structured learning and laboratory/practical skills required for engineering modules later in the degree.
- Advances knowledge in electronic engineering modules with increasing depth and technical complexity.
- Supports applied engineering learning through core electronics and related technical coursework.
- Prepares you for professional-level work by strengthening design, analysis, and implementation skills in electronics.
- Focuses on higher-level honours study that consolidates your engineering knowledge.
- Supports project-style learning and completion activities that demonstrate applied electronic engineering competence.
- Prepares you to graduate with a full Bachelor of Electronic Engineering with Honours outcome.
Curriculum
Programme credit total for Bachelor of Electronic Engineering with Honours is 139 credit hours. Table below is structured into official semester blocks as published in the relevant programme curriculum/handbook credit table.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | University compulsory and core engineering courses | Philosophy and Current Issues | 2 | 16 |
| Co-Curriculum I | 1 | |||
| English for Academic Purposes | 2 | |||
| Engineering Mathematics 1 | 3 | |||
| Engineering Materials | 3 | |||
| Engineering Practice | 2 | |||
| Circuit Theory 1 | 3 | |||
| Semester 2 | Core engineering courses and language elective block | Co-Curriculum II | 1 | 18 |
| Differential Equations | 3 | |||
| Computer Programming | 3 | |||
| Digital Electronics | 3 | |||
| Circuit Theory 2 | 3 | |||
| Fundamental of Electronics | 3 | |||
| Language Electives | 2 | |||
| Semester 3 | Core engineering courses and engineering lab | Appreciation of Ethics and Civilization / Malaysian Culture | 2 | 18 |
| Engineering Mathematics 2 | 3 | |||
| Instrumentation and Measurement | 3 | |||
| Electrical Technology | 3 | |||
| Digital System | 3 | |||
| Analogue Electronics | 3 | |||
| Electronic Engineering Lab 1 | 1 | |||
| Semester 4 | Core engineering courses and lab | Academic Writing | 2 | 18 |
| Engineering Statistics | 3 | |||
| Engineering Graphics and CAD | 3 | |||
| Microprocessor Technology | 3 | |||
| Signals and Systems | 3 | |||
| Communication Principles | 3 | |||
| Electronic Engineering Lab 2 | 1 | |||
| Semester 5 | Core engineering courses, lab, and professional learning | Technology Entrepreneurship | 2 | 17 |
| Engineer and Society | 2 | |||
| Engineering Management | 3 | |||
| Control Principles and Systems | 3 | |||
| Electronic System Design and Analysis | 3 | |||
| Electromagnetic Fields and Waves | 3 | |||
| Electronic Engineering Lab 3 | 1 | |||
| Semester 6 | Core engineering courses, integrated design, and lab | English for Professional Interaction | 2 | 17 |
| Integrity and Anti-Corruption | 2 | |||
| Integrated Design Project | 3 | |||
| Digital Signal Processing | 3 | |||
| IC Design and Process | 3 | |||
| Power Electronics and Drives | 3 | |||
| Electronic Engineering Lab 4 | 1 | |||
| Special Semester | Industrial training | Industrial Training | 5 | 5 |
| Semester 7 | Capstone and engineering electives block | Bachelor Degree Project 1 | 2 | 13 |
| Engineering Seminar | 1 | |||
| Artificial Intelligence | 3 | |||
| Electronic Engineering Lab 5 | 1 | |||
| Engineering Elective 1 | 3 | |||
| Engineering Elective 2 | 3 | |||
| Semester 8 | Final capstone and remaining engineering electives block | Bachelor Degree Project 2 | 4 | 13 |
| Computer Architecture | 3 | |||
| Engineering Elective 3 | 3 | |||
| Engineering Elective 4 | 3 | |||
| Total | All semester blocks including industrial training and final bachelor degree projects | 139 credit hours | ||
Career outcomes
- You build electronics engineering job-ready skills that can support roles such as electronic engineer, electronics technician (engineering pathway), and junior systems engineer.
- You gain practical, applied learning that helps you work with real electronic systems and technical problem-solving, improving your readiness for engineering workplaces.
- You strengthen design and analysis capability that supports careers in industrial electronics, communications/electronics systems, and applied engineering environments.
- You graduate with a Bachelor of Electronic Engineering with Honours qualification that is intended to support direct progression into electronics engineering careers in Malaysia and internationally.
- Honours-focused completion helps you develop stronger capability for advanced tasks, which can support progression toward senior engineering and technical leadership.
Employability rate
For electronic engineering graduates in Malaysia, employability is commonly estimated at about 78%, with unemployment around 22% when graduates are entering engineering hiring markets and competing for entry-level roles.
Together, these figures suggest a stable but competitive outlook, so building strong practical skills and relevant experience during your degree can meaningfully improve your chances of securing work.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| School-leaving qualifications / pre-university qualification (international equivalent) | International applicants with a recognised pre-university qualification may be considered based on the university’s entry requirement equivalency. |
| English competency requirement (for international applicants) | International applicants must meet the university’s stated English competency requirement for this programme. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering and Electronics | Direct match |
Language requirements
IELTS Academic
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 60500 / total program | 2026 Programme Fees for International Students (Southern University College): Bachelor of Electronic Engineering with Honours shows Tuition & Misc Fees RM 60,500 and Other Charges RM 7,500 (Total RM 68,000). |
Proof of financial resources
International students should be prepared to demonstrate that they have sufficient financial resources to support their study in Malaysia. Financial documents may be requested during the admission or student visa application process according to the requirements of the university international office and relevant Malaysian authorities.
- Provide recent bank statements or other acceptable financial documents showing available funds for tuition fees, living expenses, and study-related costs.
- If sponsored by parents or another sponsor, provide supporting documents showing the sponsor's financial capability and relationship with the student where required.
- Follow the financial document checklist provided by Southern University College international office and the EMGS student visa application process, as document requirements may vary based on individual circumstances.
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | October - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A |
| Semester begins | N/A |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | October - 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 | October - 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
Contact Southern UC and prepare your documents
Contact Southern University College’s International Student Office (ISO) for guidance on the documents required for this programme. Prepare your application form and the necessary academic documents, then submit them to the ISO address/email as instructed by the university. Ensure your English competency evidence is ready before you submit your application to avoid delays.
Submit the application and pay the application fee
Submit your application through the process provided by Southern UC International Student Office. The university states an application fee must be paid as part of the international student application procedures. After internal evaluation, the university will issue an offer letter if you are accepted.
Provide offer letter payment and visa processing through EMGS
After you receive the offer letter, the university requires you to submit the stated payment for visa processing and then the student pass documentation is handled through Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS). Once the visa approval letter is approved, you will be required to make the further stated payments, including the first year’s tuition fee. Your visa pathway will follow the relevant embassy steps if your nationality requires a visa before travel.
Complete pre-arrival and post-arrival steps
The university instructs international students to inform ISO in advance before departure for immigration clearance preparation. After arrival, you are guided to complete the required post-arrival medical check-up within the stated timeframe. ISO then supports the process for student pass endorsement with the Malaysian authorities so you can commence your studies.