Bachelor of Civil Engineering with Honours
Sunway University · Sunway City, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: #354
Quick Overview
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The Civil Engineering programme equips students with a robust foundation in civil engineering principles, emphasising sustainability and the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to address modern engineering challenges. The programme offers a comprehensive curriculum that combines core civil engineering subjects with cutting-edge topics in sustainability and AI, preparing graduates to lead in innovative and eco-friendly infrastructure development.
The programme places a strong emphasis on sustainable practices, integrating courses such as Sustainable Engineering Design and Sustainable Digital Construction Technology. A key feature of the programme is its focus on AI, supported by laboratory work, project-based learning, and industry placements.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- AI Foundation and Applications with Artificial Intelligence and Engineering Materials
- Engineering Mathematics 1 and Engineering Mathematics 2 plus Engineering Mechanics & Dynamics
- Programming for Engineers and Engineers in Society to build engineering fundamentals and communication mindset
- Topographical Engineering and Sustainable Engineering Design to start civil engineering problem framing
- Year 2 civil engineering core including Fluid Mechanics, Engineering Geology & Soil Mechanics, Structural Analysis, and Project Management & Engineering Design
- Data Analytics for Engineers and Sustainable Digital Construction Technology to apply AI and data to construction processes
- Year 3 technical specialisation modules such as Reinforced Concrete Design, Road and Pavement Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Terrestrial Hydrology, and Geotechnical Engineering
- Civil Engineering Integrated Design Project 1 and Construction Camp to develop applied design and teamwork skills
- Year 4 advanced design and systems module Water & Wastewater Systems Design & Operation
- Civil Engineering Integrated Design Project 2 and Final Year Project 1 to consolidate engineering design, investigation, and reporting
- Choose 4 Year 4 electives such as Advanced and Sustainable Concrete Technologies, Advanced Water Resources Engineering, Bridge Engineering, Foundation Engineering, Solid Waste Management, Tall Building Design, and others
- Industrial Training to connect classroom learning to real industry environments
- Final Year Project 2 to complete the programme’s culminating applied engineering work
- Electives and project work focus on sustainable engineering outcomes and AI-enabled optimisation approaches
- Professional conduct, ethics, and engineering communication skills embedded through the programme learning outcomes
- Industry placement learning reinforces project management and tools usage for civil engineering applications
Career outcomes
- You build job-ready civil engineering capability with sustainability and AI integration, supporting roles such as Design Engineer, Structural Engineer, and Geotechnical Engineer in modern infrastructure projects.
- Your programme pathway includes project work and Construction Camp/Industrial Training, helping you graduate with practical, workplace-relevant experience that supports faster hiring into engineering teams.
- You develop specialised strengths that align with high-demand areas like water systems, transportation, and structural design, giving you practical options for BIM Engineer and Traffic/Transportation Engineer pathways.
- You gain design, analysis, and tool-usage capabilities that support careers in consultation and engineering delivery, including roles like Consultation Engineer and Project Engineer.
- You learn professional communication, project management, and ethics alongside technical training, preparing you to work confidently in multidisciplinary engineering environments.
- Elective choice (such as Bridge Engineering, Foundation Engineering, Solid Waste Management, and Tall Building Design) lets you position your skills for targeted sectors and employer needs.
Employability rate
Civil engineering graduates in Malaysia typically see an employability rate of around 82% and an unemployment rate of about 18%, reflecting steady demand for engineers in construction, infrastructure, and utilities.
Together, these figures point to a generally stable career outlook for graduates who build practical project and training experience during their degree.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Pre-university qualification (equivalent) | International applicants may apply with recognised pre-university qualifications listed by Sunway University for entry, including STPM, A-Level, Australian Matriculation, Canadian Matriculation, Monash University Foundation Year, Sunway Foundation in Science & Technology, UEC, and other listed options, each with its published minimum requirement. |
| Diploma or foundation pathway (equivalent) and APEL.A | Sunway University also considers eligible diplomas/foundations (for example, the Sunway Diploma pathway in Engineering, Science or Technology) and APEL.A (Recognition of Prior Learning) for admission, based on the published minimum requirement and case-by-case consideration for other qualifications. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineering |
Language requirements
For this Sunway University programme, international applicants must meet the published English language entry requirement (or an accepted equivalent) to ensure you can study in English.
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 39100 / total program | Estimated annual course fee (Year 2026) for international students: USD 9,616 (indicative) and RM39,100. International students must pay fees in RM equivalent. |
Proof of financial resources
International applicants should plan for tuition and student pass/visa costs before departure. Sunway University also instructs international students to ensure their application documents and initial payment are submitted in advance of the intake date.
- Evidence of funds for tuition and related costs as requested during the visa/student pass process
- International application initial payment timing must be submitted to the International Office at least eight weeks before the intake date(s)
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | April - Summer intake | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Semester begins | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | April - Summer intake | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | April - Summer intake | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Step 1: Eligibility check with Sunway International Office
Read the programme entry requirements and confirm your international/foreign qualifications and English requirement match the published criteria. Sunway University instructs all international applicants to email first to confirm eligibility before applying. Ensure you plan to submit your application documents and initial payment at least eight weeks before the intake date(s).
Step 2: Submit your online application during the intake window
Complete your application on the official application process and ensure your information is complete and correct to avoid delays. Sunway University requires international applicants to submit the application documents and initial payment to the International Office at least eight weeks before the intake date(s).
Step 3: Provide required documents and language evidence
Upload or submit the required supporting documents according to the university’s international application procedure. Sunway’s international guidance includes that language qualifications such as IELTS and other English-medium related evidence may be needed where applicable. Make sure your academic records and passport information are included as part of the application document package.
Step 4: Receive offer letter and proceed with student pass processing
Successful applicants receive offer letters via email within the stated timeframe after evaluation. After you have a complete application and payment, Sunway notes that a standard student visa application should take 6 to 8 weeks. Follow the university’s instructions for the student pass/visa process coordinated through the required channels.