Mechanical Engineering in Malaysia: Courses, Fees & Entry Requirements 2027

QS-Ranked Universities for Mechanical Engineering

Students in Malaysia can study at universities represented in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026 for Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing Engineering.

Mechanical Engineering Fees in Malaysia

Mechanical Engineering fees in Malaysia vary widely, mainly because of the type of university:

Mechanical Engineering programmes and total tuition fees

Engineering vs Engineering Technology: What’s the Difference?

When comparing Mechanical Engineering programmes in Malaysia, you’ll see two types of degree:

Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) focuses on engineering science, mathematics, analysis and design. It’s the traditional route for students who want to become professional engineers. Examples include UM, UTM, UPM, UKM, USM, UNITEN and Monash.

Bachelor of Engineering Technology (BEngTech) is more hands-on and application focused, with more practical and industry-based training. Examples include UniKL (from RM78,000) and Lincoln University College (RM56,604).

Some universities also offer shorter Bachelor of Technology degrees, such as KLUST‘s Bachelor of Technology (Honours) in Automotive (3 years, RM84,000) and UCSI‘s Bachelor of Digital Mechanical Technology (3 years, RM83,825).

Mechanical Engineering Specialisations in Malaysia

Aerospace & Aeronautical Engineering

What you learn: aerodynamics, aircraft structures, propulsion, flight mechanics and avionics.
Where to study it: Lincoln University College (Mechanical Engineering Technology Aeronautics, RM56,604), UPM (Aerospace Engineering, RM70,000), UTM (Mechanical Engineering (Aeronautics), RM75,000), USM (Aerospace Engineering, RM88,880), UniKL (Aircraft Engineering Technology and Avionics, RM94,079) and University of Southampton Malaysia (MEng Aero 2+2).

Automotive Engineering

What you learn: vehicle design, engines and powertrains, vehicle dynamics and automotive manufacturing.
Where to study it: UniKL (Automotive Engineering Technology (Maintenance) and Manufacturing (Automotive), from RM87,121) and KLUST (Bachelor of Technology in Automotive, RM84,000).

Manufacturing & Precision Engineering

What you learn: production systems, CAD/CAM, automation, quality control and precision machining.
Where to study it: UTM (Manufacturing and Mechanical Precision Engineering, RM75,000), UTAR (Industrial Engineering, RM73,880) and UniKL (Machine Manufacturing and Mechanical Design, from RM78,000).

Materials Engineering

What you learn: metals, polymers, composites, ceramics and how materials are selected and tested.
Where to study it: USM (RM72,720), UTAR (RM74,080) and Monash University Malaysia (RM259,200).

Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering

What you learn: ship design, offshore structures, marine propulsion and shipbuilding.
Where to study it: UTM (Naval Architecture and Offshore Engineering, RM75,000) and UniKL (Naval Architecture and Shipbuilding, RM87,279; Marine Engineering Technology, RM105,042).

Refrigeration & Air Conditioning

Where to study it: UniKL (Mechanical Engineering Technology (Industrial Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems), RM87,121).

Flexible Routes & Intakes

International degrees in Malaysia

• UK degrees: University of Nottingham Malaysia (MEng), University of Southampton Malaysia (MEng 4+0 and 2+2), Heriot-Watt University Malaysia and INTI with Coventry University (MEng 4+0, RM102,009)
• Australian degrees: Monash University Malaysia, Swinburne University Sarawak and University of Wollongong Malaysia
• Dual award: SEGi University (Dual Award option, RM134,179) — see our guide to dual-award degrees
• Year 2 entry for diploma holders: SEGi University (Year 2 Entry, from RM99,270)

Intakes

• Public universities: usually March and October (UTM: February and September; USM lists October)
• Private universities often have 3 or more intakes a year. Examples: UOW Malaysia (Jan, Apr, Jun, Sep, Oct), KLUST (Mar, Jun, Sep, Oct), UTP (Jan, May, Sep)

What Does a Mechanical Engineering Degree Look Like?

Mechanical Engineering programmes in Malaysia generally take 4 years. They move from mathematics and engineering science to advanced design and real engineering projects.

The exact curriculum varies by university, but a typical journey may look like this:

Year 1 — Engineering Foundations

Students build strong maths and science skills. Subjects may include Engineering Mathematics, Statics, Engineering Drawing and CAD, Materials Science, Programming for Engineers and Workshop Practice.

Year 2 — Core Mechanical Engineering

Students learn the core of the discipline. Subjects may include Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Dynamics, Mechanics of Materials, Manufacturing Processes and Electrical Technology.

Year 3 — Design, Analysis & Industrial Training

Students go deeper into Heat Transfer, Machine Design, Control Systems, Vibrations and Finite Element Analysis. Many programmes include industrial training with engineering companies at this stage.

Year 4 — Specialisation & Final-Year Project

The final year focuses on specialist electives, such as Automotive, Aerospace, Renewable Energy or Advanced Manufacturing, plus a major final-year engineering project and integrated design project.

Entry Routes: How to Get Into Mechanical Engineering in Malaysia

Most international students enter a Mechanical Engineering degree in one of three ways:

• Foundation in Engineering / Science (1 year) → Bachelor’s degree. Engineering foundation programmes range from approximately RM12,000 (Multimedia University) to RM39,200 (University of Southampton Malaysia).
• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering → Bachelor’s degree. There are 17 mechanical, manufacturing, automotive and aircraft diplomas across 11 universities, from approximately RM31,800 (UNITEN) to RM90,975 (MSU). Some universities offer Year 2 entry for diploma holders.
• Direct entry. Students with A-Levels, STPM, a recognised foundation or an equivalent pre-university qualification may enter Year 1 directly.

Next Step: Master’s in Mechanical Engineering