Malaysia is one of Asia’s leading destinations for Electrical & Electronic Engineering (EEE). It’s home to a major semiconductor and electronics industry, QS-ranked public universities and international branch campuses from the UK, Australia and China. International students can choose from classic EEE degrees as well as Electronics, Mechatronics and Robotics, Computer Engineering, Telecommunications and Electrical Power Engineering.
But choosing an engineering degree is about more than tuition fees. In this guide, we compare EEE fees across Malaysian universities, look at QS Electrical & Electronic Engineering rankings, explain the difference between Engineering and Engineering Technology degrees, and show what a typical 4-year programme looks like.
Summary
An Electrical & Electronic Engineering bachelor’s degree in Malaysia usually takes 4 years. Total tuition fees range from approximately RM56,604 to RM268,000, depending on the university.
Students can choose from 84 Electrical, Electronic and related engineering programmes across 29 Malaysian universities, covering Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Electronics, Electrical Power, Mechatronics and Robotics, Computer Engineering, Telecommunications and Microelectronics.
QS-Ranked Universities for Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Students in Malaysia can study at universities represented in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026 for Electrical & Electronic Engineering.
| University | QS EEE Ranking 2026 |
|---|---|
| Universiti Malaya (UM) | #68 |
| Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) | #77 |
| Monash University | #77 |
| University of Southampton | #87 |
| University of Nottingham | #97 |
| Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) | #131 |
| University | QS Ranking 2026 |
|---|---|
| Monash University | #51 |
| Universiti Malaya (UM) | #82 |
| Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) | #86 |
| University of Nottingham | #109 |
| University of Southampton | #112 |
| Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) | #146 |
Rankings for Monash University, University of Southampton and University of Nottingham are for the parent university. Students at the Malaysian campus receive the same degree.
Electrical & Electronic Engineering Fees in Malaysia
EEE fees in Malaysia vary widely, mainly because of the type of university:
| University Type | Approx. Fee Range | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Public universities (UM, UKM, UPM, USM, UTM) | RM70,000 – RM132,100 | 4 years |
| Private universities | RM56,604 – RM171,040 | 4 years |
| International branch campuses | RM124,000 – RM268,000 | 4 years |
Here are examples of EEE programmes and their approximate total tuition fees:
| University | Programme | Duration | Approx. Total Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln University College | Bachelor of Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technology with Honours | 4 years | RM56,604 |
| Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) | Bachelor of Electrical and Electronics Engineering with Honours | 4 years | RM70,000 |
| Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) | Bachelor of Electrical Engineering with Honours | 4 years | RM72,720 |
| UTAR | Bachelor of Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Honours | 4 years | RM73,930 |
| Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) | Bachelor of Electrical Engineering with Honours | 4 years | RM75,000 |
| Management and Science University (MSU) | Bachelor in Engineering Technology – Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Honours) | 4 years | RM80,110 |
| TAR UMT | Bachelor of Electrical and Electronics Engineering with Honours | 4 years | RM86,900 |
| Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) | Bachelor of Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 4 years | RM88,300 |
| Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL) | Bachelor of Electrical Engineering with Honours | 4 years | RM91,600 |
| UNITEN | Bachelor of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Honours) | 4 years | RM98,000 |
| MILA University | Bachelor of Computer Engineering with Honours | 4 years | RM100,200 |
| INTI International University | Master of Engineering in Electrical and Electronic Engineering 4+0 (with Coventry University, UK) | 4 years | RM101,996 |
| Multimedia University (MMU) | Bachelor of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Honours) | 4 years | RM104,000 |
| UCSI University | Bachelor of Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Honours | 4 years | RM105,340 |
| KLUST | Bachelor of Electronics Engineering (Honours) | 4 years | RM112,725 |
| Xiamen University Malaysia | Bachelor of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Hons) | 4 years | RM124,000 |
| University of Wollongong Malaysia | Bachelor of Electrical and Electronics Engineering with Honours | 4 years | RM124,870 |
| SEGi University | Bachelor of Electrical and Electronics Engineering with Honours (Kota Damansara) | 4 years | RM125,190 |
| Universiti Malaya (UM) | Bachelor of Electrical Engineering | 4 years | RM132,100 |
| MAHSA University | Bachelor of Electrical & Electronic Engineering with Honours | 4 years | RM135,100 |
| Asia Pacific University (APU) | Bachelor of Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Honours | 4 years | RM137,200 |
| Sunway University | Bachelor of Electronic and Electrical Engineering with Honours | 4 years | RM141,450 |
| Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) | Bachelor of Electrical and Electronics Engineering with Honours | 4 years | RM165,000 |
| Taylor’s University | Bachelor of Electrical & Electronic Engineering with Honours | 4 years | RM171,040 |
| Swinburne University Sarawak | Bachelor of Electrical and Electronic Engineering | 4 years | RM206,080 |
| Heriot-Watt University Malaysia | Electrical and Electronic Engineering | 4 years | RM224,640 |
| Monash University Malaysia | Bachelor of Electrical and Computer Systems Engineering (Honours) | 4 years | RM259,200 |
| University of Nottingham Malaysia | MEng (Hons) in Electrical and Electronic Engineering | 4 years | RM268,000 |
Good to know: The two highest-ranked Malaysian universities for EEE, UM (#68) and UTM (#77), charge approximately RM132,100 and RM75,000. University of Southampton Malaysia also offers an MEng EEE (2+2), where students spend Years 1–2 in Malaysia and complete the degree in the UK (approximately RM390,824 listed for the programme).
Engineering vs Engineering Technology: What’s the Difference?
When comparing EEE 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): more hands-on and application-focused, with more practical and industry-based training. Examples include UniKL, MSU, Lincoln University College and TAR UMT (Electronics Engineering Technology).
Both are 4-year degrees. Engineering Technology programmes are often lower in fee. For example, UniKL‘s Engineering Technology programmes start from approximately RM78,000, and Lincoln‘s cost RM56,604.
Tip: If you plan to work as a professional engineer, check that your programme is accredited by Malaysia’s Engineering Accreditation Council (EAC) and ask how it’s recognised in your home country. Read our guide to EAC-accredited engineering degrees in Malaysia, or a TJS StudySteps counsellor can help you confirm this before you apply.
EEE Specialisations in Malaysia
Electronics & Microelectronics
What you learn: circuit design, semiconductors, integrated circuits and embedded systems.
Where to study it: UTAR (RM74,180), UTM (Electronic Engineering and Electronic Systems Engineering, RM75,000), USM (RM72,720), UKM (RM88,300), TAR UMT (RM85,900), UniKL (Microelectronics, RM93,600), MMU (RM104,000), KLUST (RM112,725) and UCSI (Microelectronic Technology, 3 years, RM82,695).
Mechatronics & Robotics
What you learn: combining mechanical, electrical and computer engineering to design robots and automated systems.
Where to study it: Lincoln (RM56,604), USM (RM72,720), UTAR (RM74,080), UTM (Electrical-Mechatronics, RM75,000), MILA (RM84,500), UniKL (from RM84,721), TAR UMT (RM86,900), MMU (Robotics & Automation, RM104,000), UCSI (RM105,590), UOW Malaysia (RM124,500), SEGi (RM125,190), Xiamen University Malaysia (Robotics and Automation, RM128,000), APU (RM137,200), Sunway (Robotics, RM139,320), Taylor’s (RM171,040), Swinburne (RM206,080), Heriot-Watt (RM224,640), Monash (RM259,200) and Nottingham (MEng, RM268,000).
Computer Engineering
What you learn: computer hardware, digital systems, networking and the link between software and hardware.
Where to study it: UPM (Computer and Communication System Engineering, RM70,000), UniKL (Networking Systems, RM78,000), MSU (RM80,970), MILA (RM100,200), MMU (Electronics majoring in Computer, RM104,000), UCSI (Computer Engineering (AI), RM106,560), APU (RM137,200), UTP (RM156,500) and Monash (Electrical and Computer Systems, RM259,200).
Telecommunications
Where to study it: UTAR (RM73,930), UniKL (RM85,921) and MMU (Electronics majoring in Telecommunications, RM104,000).
Electrical Power & Sustainable Energy
Where to study it: UNITEN (Electrical Power Engineering, RM98,000) and UniKL (Electrical Engineering Technology (Sustainable Energy), RM101,758).
Medical Electronics & Marine
Where to study it: UniKL (Medical Electronics, RM85,921; Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technology (Marine), RM107,042).
Flexible Routes & Intakes
International degrees in Malaysia:
- UK degrees: University of Nottingham Malaysia (MEng), Heriot-Watt University Malaysia, University of Southampton Malaysia (2+2 UK transfer) and INTI with Coventry University (MEng 4+0)
- Australian degrees: Monash University Malaysia, Swinburne University Sarawak and University of Wollongong Malaysia
- Chinese university: Xiamen University Malaysia
- Dual award: SEGi University (dual award options) — read more about dual-award degrees in Malaysia
- Year 2 entry for diploma holders: SEGi University
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), UNITEN (Jan, Jun, Sep), UTP (Jan, May, Sep)
What Does an EEE Degree Look Like?
Electrical & Electronic 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, Physics, Electric Circuits, Digital Logic, Programming for Engineers and Engineering Drawing.
Year 2: Core Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Students learn the core of the discipline. Subjects may include Analogue and Digital Electronics, Signals and Systems, Electromagnetism, Electrical Machines, Microprocessors and Control Systems.
Year 3: Advanced Topics & Industrial Training
Students go deeper into areas such as Power Systems, Communication Systems, Embedded Systems, Power Electronics and Instrumentation. 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 Renewable Energy, Robotics, Telecommunications or Microelectronics, plus a major final-year engineering project and engineering design project.
This is a general example of how an EEE degree may be structured. Subjects, laboratory work, industrial training and the timing of each component vary by university.
Entry Routes: How to Get Into EEE in Malaysia
Most international students enter an EEE 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 Electrical or Electronic Engineering → Bachelor’s degree. There are 16 diplomas across 10 universities, from approximately RM31,800 (UNITEN, Diploma in Electrical Engineering) to RM62,341 (UniKL). 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.
General entry requirements: Most universities ask for a recognised pre-university qualification with good results in Mathematics and Physics, plus proof of English proficiency such as IELTS or an equivalent test. Exact grades and English scores vary by university and programme. A TJS StudySteps counsellor can check your high school certificate (for example, from Saudi Arabia or Qatar) against each university’s requirements.
Next Step: Master’s in Electrical & Electronic Engineering
| University | Master’s Programme | Duration | Approx. Total Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) | Master’s Degree (by Research), School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering | 1 year | RM9,300 |
| UNITEN | Master of Science in Electrical Engineering (By Research) | 2 years | RM16,800 |
| Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) | Master of Science (Microelectronic Engineering) | 1 year | RM22,600 |
| UTAR | Master of Engineering (Electrical) | 1 year | RM25,662 |
| Multimedia University (MMU) | Master of Engineering (Telecommunications) | 1 year | RM25,875 |
| Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) | Master of Engineering in Microelectronic | 1.5 years | RM26,000 |
| Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) | Master of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering | 2 years | RM29,498 |
| Xiamen University Malaysia | Master of Sciences in Electrical and Electronic Engineering | 2 years | RM60,000 |
Frequently Asked Questions About Studying Electrical & Electronic Engineering in Malaysia
How much does it cost to study Electrical & Electronic Engineering in Malaysia?
Total tuition for an EEE bachelor’s degree in Malaysia ranges from approximately RM56,604 (Lincoln University College, Engineering Technology) to RM268,000 (University of Nottingham Malaysia, MEng). Public universities charge approximately RM70,000 to RM132,100.
How long is an EEE degree in Malaysia?
Most Electrical & Electronic Engineering degrees in Malaysia take 4 years.
Which universities in Malaysia are QS-ranked for Electrical & Electronic Engineering?
In the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026 for Electrical & Electronic Engineering: Universiti Malaya (#68), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (#77), Monash University (#77), University of Southampton (#87), University of Nottingham (#97) and Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (#131).
What is the cheapest EEE degree in Malaysia?
For a Bachelor of Engineering, UPM (approximately RM70,000), USM (approximately RM72,720), UTAR (approximately RM73,930) and UTM (approximately RM75,000) are among the lowest. For Engineering Technology, Lincoln University College costs approximately RM56,604.
What is the difference between Engineering and Engineering Technology?
A Bachelor of Engineering focuses on engineering science, maths and design. A Bachelor of Engineering Technology is more hands-on and applied. Both take 4 years. Students who want to become professional engineers should check programme accreditation.
Where can I study Mechatronics or Robotics in Malaysia?
Mechatronics and Robotics are offered at 19 universities, including USM, UTM, UTAR, MMU, UCSI, Sunway, Taylor’s, APU, Xiamen University Malaysia, Swinburne, Heriot-Watt, Monash and University of Nottingham Malaysia.
Can international students study engineering in Malaysia?
Yes. Public universities, private universities and international branch campuses all accept international students into Electrical & Electronic Engineering programmes.
What are the entry requirements for EEE in Malaysia?
Usually a recognised pre-university qualification (Foundation in Engineering or Science, A-Levels, STPM or equivalent) with good results in Mathematics and Physics, or an engineering diploma, plus proof of English proficiency. Requirements vary by university.
