Admissions Open • Year 2026/2027
MSc in Industrial Environmental Engineering
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| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Level | Postgraduate (programmework) |
| Faculty | Faculty of Engineering – Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering |
| Duration | 1–3 years full-time |
| Intakes | January, May & September |
| Accreditation (EAC/BEM, MQA ref) | JPT/BPP(R/0717/7/0003)07/29; MQA/SWA11857 |
| Tuition (Total, Malaysian) | RM29,550 (Malaysian) |
Who is this programme for?
Designed for engineering graduates and practising engineers seeking advanced knowledge in water, air and solid-waste management, environmental technologies, pollution prevention and sustainable solutions for industrial challenges.
What will I learn, year by year?
Year 1: Learn advanced biological wastewater treatment, sludge management, data analytics, project management and research methodology. Year 2: Develop expertise in physical-chemical treatment, renewable energy and a chosen specialisation in Environmental Management or Pollution Prevention. Final stage: Apply your knowledge through Research Project I & II and advanced air-pollution control.
Where do graduates work? Name employers and roles (≤60 words)
Graduates can pursue roles in environmental engineering, environmental management, wastewater treatment, waste management, pollution control, sustainability and environmental consulting across industrial companies, engineering consultancies, government agencies, utilities, energy companies and research organisations.
One thing that makes it different at UTP
UTP describes it as the only MSc in Malaysia focused on Industrial Environmental Engineering, combining advanced treatment technologies, renewable energy, waste recovery and circular-economy approaches.
The Research Behind It: Which area, centre and academics?
Research is centred on water and environmental engineering, including wastewater treatment, water quality, waste management, pollution control, hydrological modelling and sustainability. The programme sits within the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering. Programme contact: AP Dr Muhammad Raza Ul Mustafa.
Cost & Funding: Which scholarships and aid apply to this programme?
UTP's published fee information should be checked for the latest aid options. GA/GRA are research-oriented and are not listed as funding for this programmework programme. Malaysian applicants can explore applicable external sponsorships, education financing and EPF withdrawal where eligible.
Student Life: What should an applicant to this programme know?
Available in full-time conventional and full-time ODL modes. The ODL route is conducted 100% online, with flexible classes and online open-book final examinations. The programme follows 12-week semesters.
Next Intake + Application Deadline
January, May and September. For the January 2027 intake, the current UTP postgraduate application schedule gives 21 December 2026 as the Malaysian application deadline.
Placement or internship route for this programme
No separate internship is specified on the programme page. Students undertake Research Project I & II, allowing them to investigate and develop solutions to an environmental engineering problem.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I study online?
Yes, the ODL route is 100% online.
What can I specialise in?
Environmental Management or Pollution Prevention.
What areas are covered?
Water, air pollution, wastewater, solid/hazardous waste, renewable energy and sustainable environmental solutions.
Programme Lead