Duration of Study
1 Year
Intakes Period
Jan, Jul, Sep
Certified by
MQA (Ref. No: MQA/A9167)
Campus
Putrajaya
Introduction
Entry Requirements
Programme Structure
Career Prospect

Foundation in Engineering
R3/0710/3/0001 (06/28) (MQA/A9167)

+ THIS IS BEST FOR

What is Program Educational Objectives (PEO)? PEO are objectives that UNITEN graduates should achieve after five (5) years of graduation. 

What are Programme Outcomes (PO)?
PO are the expected traits that UNITEN students should have upon graduation.


+ Summary of Foundation in Engineering Programme Educational Objective (POE)

PEO No.

Program Educational Objectives

 

UNITEN produces Foundation graduates who would be:

PEO1

Pursuing undergraduate study in an engineering or energy-related programme.


+ Foundation in Engineering Programme Outcomes (PO)

PO No.

Program Outcomes

 

Students graduating from the Foundation in Engineering programme

will have the ability to:

PO Statements

PO1

Utilize facts to describe and discuss concepts, principles, and processes needed for undergraduate study in engineering.

PO2

Apply fundamental principles of Engineering to identify and solve problems.

PO3

Conduct academic activities such as collecting, analysing, organising, and processing data/information to make conclusions individually or in groups

PO4

Communicate effectively orally and in writing.

PO5

Utilize basic digital technology applications to seek and process data related to undergraduate study in engineering.

PO6

Search, interpret, and use relevant information to pursue lifelong learning independently.


+ PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS


Mode of Study : Full Time (Yes) | Part Time (No)

This syllabus has been designed to meet the requirements of professional bodies and industries while giving students the competitive edge. Emphasis is on the application of knowledge through teamwork, case studies, simulations and real life projects.


Foundation in Engineering is designed to prepare you for professional careers and to further your study to Bachelor Degree in the related engineering field. We adopt comprehensive and innovative content and teaching techniques, which are designed towards expanding the frontiers of learning and inculcating a probing mind. You will be challenged to develop into multi-skilled professionals possessing mental, intellectual and emotional fortitude to succeed in life.

The curricula, further enhanced with project work, lab experiments and practical training, are designed with inputs from several reputable sources. A strong foundation in Engineering is a well-established balance between theory and experiments during the one year of study. The curriculum consists of a good mix of general subjects as well as core engineering subjects.

50 credit hours of subjects are being taught in three semesters. This Foundation in Engineering programme can be completed in 1 year.


+ ACCREDITED, APPROVED & RECOGNISED BY

Accredited by:
01. Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA)
02. Malaysian Qualifications Register (MQR) - National register for accredited programmes.
03. Engineering Accreditation Council (EAC) - with 5-years Accreditation, the longest given to a university in Malaysia.


Please scan for Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) certification of this programme.

Approved & Licensed by:
01. Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE), Malaysia

Recognised by:
01. Public Service Department (JPA), Malaysia
02. Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM)
03. The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia
04. The Institution of Engineering & Technology (IET)
05. Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)
06. Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE)
07. QS World University Rankings by Subject - Top 2 Private University in Malaysia for Electrical & Electronic and Mechanical subjects

and Signatory to the Washington Accord.


+ CAREER PROSPECT

Range of Monthly Salary (from fresh to senior position):
RM2,000 – RM25,000
Source: Jobstreet Salary Report and Kelly Services (Malaysia) Salary Guide.

Employability Rate (within 6 months of Graduation):
94.0% Employed | 6.0% Job Creators / Further Study
Source: Ministry of Education Malaysia’s Graduate Tracer Study.


+ CAMPUS INTAKE

This programme is delivered at the Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN), Putrajaya Campus.


+ FEES & SCHOLARSHIPS

UNITEN practices transparent fee policy. Refer our fees below for your reference.

Fees for Malaysian Students:
Tuition Fees: RM6,000 per programme.
Other Fees:

  • Registration Fee: RM1,348 one-time payment
  • Medical Insurance: RM88/year for duration of study
  • Accommodation Advance Fee (if applicable): RM250 one-time payment
  • Monthly Fee for Accommodation (if applicable): Starting from RM270/month.


Fees for International Students:
Tuition Fees: USD5,450 (RM21,800) per programme.
Other Fees:

  • VISA & Application Fee: USD787.50 (RM3,150) one-time payment
  • Registration Fee: USD1,575 (RM6,300) one-time payment
  • Medical Insurance: USD37.50 (RM150)/year for duration of study
  • Accommodation Advance Fee (if applicable): USD62.50 (RM250) one-time payment
  • Monthly Fee for Accommodation (if applicable): Starting from USD67.50 (RM270)/month.


and if the international student (for Foundation) does not fulfill the English language requirement such as minimum score for IELTS or TOEFL, there will be additional fees of:

  • Test of English Proficiency (TEP) : USD25 (RM100) one-time payment
  • English Short Course (ESC) : USD1,166 (RM4,664)/semester.


Flexible payment options are available, where student may:

  • pay full in advance, or
  • by monthly installments, or
  • pay full 2 weeks before the semester's final examination.


Terms & conditions apply.

Download the complete UNITEN Fees Table here.
There are also list of scholarships and financial aids here.

Notes: Subject to terms and conditions. Registration fee is not refundable except for RM300 caution deposit. Full registration payment is expected prior final exam OR in the event of withdrawal. All fees are calculated in Malaysian Ringgit (RM). Fees indicated in USD here are for reference only with basis of USD1=RM4. Other optional fees include electricity, parking, and some student facilities within UNITEN.


Foundation in Engineering
R3/0710/3/0001

+ ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


For International Students: Entry requirements vary from country to country. Please click here to check the entry requirements set by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).

+ ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS

No additional English requirement for this programme.

 

 

 

 

 

Foundation in Engineering
R3/0710/3/0001

+ PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

This programme can be completed in Full Time: 1 year.

  • Year 1: Semester 1
    - Introductory Calculus and Analytic Geometry
    - Physics I
    - Physics Laboratory I
    - Foundation English
    - Chemistry I
    - Chemistry Laboratory I
    - Islamic Study / Moral Study *
    - Campus Life Skills *
    - Malaysian Culture for International Student

  • Year 1: Semester 2
    - Calculus and Analytic Geometry
    - Physics II
    - Physics Laboratory II
    - Chemistry II
    - English for Academic Purposes
    - Computing Skills

  • Year 1: Special Semester
    - Calculus and Analytic Geometry II
    - Physics III


Subject marked (*) is required for Malaysian students only.


Foundation in Engineering
R3/0710/3/0001

+ CAREER PROSPECT

Range of Monthly Salary:
RM2,000 – RM25,000
Source: Jobstreet Salary Report and Kelly Services (Malaysia) Salary Guide.

Employability Rate (within 6 months of Graduation):
94.0% Employed | 6.0% Job Creators / Further Study
Source: Ministry of Education Malaysia’s Graduate Tracer Study.


Tuition Fees

Malaysian

RM 6,000 total fees

International

RM 21,800 total fees

USD 5,450 total fees

Other Fees

Malaysian

Registration

RM 1,348

International

EMGS & Application

RM 3,150

USD 788

Registration

RM 6,600

USD 1,650

* Full & partial scholarships are available to apply!

Note:
Accommodation Advance Fee (if applicable) = RM250. Subject to terms and conditions. All fees are in Malaysian Ringgit (RM). Fees in USD are for reference only (USD1=RM4). Other optional fees/charges include accommodation, electricity, parking, and some student facilities within UNITEN.