MSc in Drilling Engineering (ODL)

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LevelPostgraduate (ODL)
FacultyDepartment of Petroleum Engineering
Duration1–Minimum 1 year, maximum 3 yearsyears full-time
IntakesJanuary, May & September
Accreditation (EAC/BEM, MQA ref)

JPT/BPP(N-DL/0724/7/0002)07/27; MQA/PSA15252

Tuition (Total, Malaysian)RM69,800

Who is this programme for?

Designed for relevant engineering graduates and professionals seeking advanced expertise in drilling, well engineering, well construction, completion, well intervention, drilling fluids, geomechanics and well-control practices.

What will I learn, year by year?

Stage 1: Study geomechanics, well engineering, drilling fluids & cementing, well completion and research methodology. Stage 2: Develop expertise in data analytics, project management, well intervention, advanced well design and well construction. Final stage: Complete Individual Research Projects I & II, applying drilling-engineering knowledge to an industry or research problem.

Where do graduates work? Name employers and roles (≤60 words)

Graduates may pursue roles including Drilling Engineer, Well Intervention Engineer, Well Control Specialist, Directional Driller, Rig Manager and Deepwater Drilling Specialist within the oil and gas industry and related engineering organisations.

One thing that makes it different at UTP

UTP offers the only programme of its kind in Malaysia and the region, combining ODL study with access to land-rig training, IWCF Level-4 certification and industry-based learning supported by PETRONAS

The Research Behind It: Which area, centre and academics?

Research centres around drilling engineering, well construction, well control, well intervention, geomechanics and petroleum engineering within the Department of Petroleum Engineering. Research and teaching are supported by petroleum/drilling academics including Dr Dzeti Farhah Mohshim and industry-linked experts.

Cost & Funding: Which scholarships and aid apply to this programme?

UTP Graduate Assistantship (GA) is for PhD level only, so it does not apply to this master's programme. Applicants can explore external sponsorships, educational loans and other financial-aid opportunities listed by UTP. Eligibility varies by funding body.

Student Life: What should an applicant to this programme know?

100% online, using self-instructional materials, with 8 hours of live online classes per programme per semester. Classes are scheduled after working hours or over weekends, with online open-book final examinations.

Next Intake + Application Deadline

January 2027 — 21 December 2026 for Malaysian applicants. Registration is scheduled for 4 January 2027. Dates are subject to change.

Placement or internship route for this programme

The programme includes an industry-based project and UTP's FAQ states that students have a 4-month internship or industry-based project opportunity to develop practical knowledge and industry networking.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, the ODL format is designed for flexibility.

Relevant non-engineering graduates may need prerequisite programmes in Reservoir Engineering I and Fundamental of Petroleum Exploration Engineering.

Yes, UTP highlights land-rig training and IWCF Level-4 certification.

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Programme Lead

Dr Dzeti Farhah Mohshim

dzetifarhah.mohshim@utp.edu.my

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MSc by Research: Chemical Engineering

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LevelPostgraduate (research)
FacultyFaculty of Science, Management & Computing – Department of Computer and Information Sciences
Duration24–48 months FT / 36–72 PT
IntakesJanuary, May, September
Accreditation (EAC/BEM, MQA ref)JPT/BPP: R3/524/7/0008 (02/29); MQA Ref: A7925
Tuition (Total, Malaysian)RM7,600/yr Eng & Geoscience · RM5,220 Mgmt · RM5,500 IS (Jan 2020 figures, UPDATE)

Who is this programme for?

For candidates with an engineering bachelor's degree (CGPA 2.50+, or lower with work experience and internal assessment) who want to conduct research in areas like carbon capture, biomass/biofuels, nanomaterials, hydrogen production, or process modelling and control.

What will I learn, year by year?

Early stage — prerequisite programmes (Principles of Chemical Engineering, Process Safety and Loss Prevention, both online) if needed, plus Research Methodology.

Core stage — independent, one-on-one supervised research in your specialisation, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and workshops/seminars.

Final stage — thesis writing, submission, and viva.

Full-time: 2–4 years; part-time: 3–6 years.

Where do graduates work? Name employers and roles

Advanced roles in Process Engineering, Product Development, Quality Assurance, Control Engineering, Environmental Engineering; R&D in engineering industries; academic roles as lecturers/researchers; Technical Consultant/Project Manager; entrepreneurship/startup founder; or continuing to a PhD.

Named industry partners: PETRONAS, ExxonMobil, Schlumberger, PTT Exploration and Production, Lynas, YTY Group, Yokogawa.

One thing that makes it different at UTP

An unusually broad academic partner network — 18 universities across Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Japan, Pakistan, India, Australia, the UK, Denmark, and France — plus named industry collaborators including PETRONAS, ExxonMobil, and Schlumberger.

The Research Behind It: Which area, centre and academics?

Ten focus areas: process monitoring/fault diagnosis; process modelling & control; carbon footprint & sustainability; ionic liquids/surfactants/green extraction; gas hydrates for CCS/desalination/flow assurance; functional nanomaterials; CO2 capture & catalytic reforming; biomass/biofuel; waste-to-energy; hydrogen production. No single named research centre. Programme lead: Dr Wan Zaireen Nisa Bt Yahya.

Cost & Funding: Which scholarships and aid apply to this programme?

UTP's current local fee table lists Graduate Assistantship (GA) for full-time PhD research students only, so it does not apply to this MSc. Malaysian students should explore external sponsorships, EPF withdrawal and other applicable education funding.

STUDENT LIFE: What should an applicant to THIS programme know?

One-on-one supervision, access to state-of-the-art facilities, workshops and seminars, and both online and on-campus support with a flexible study plan.

Next Intake + Application Deadline ​​

January, May, September. For the January 2027 intake, applicants should follow UTP's current postgraduate application schedule and confirm the applicable deadline before applying.

Placement or internship route for this programme

No compulsory internship is specified. Practical industry exposure comes through collaborative and industry-driven research, access to research facilities and projects involving UTP's industry partners.

Frequently Asked Questions

A research-based MSc focuses on independent research under the guidance of a supervisor, culminating in a thesis. Unlike taught programs, it has minimal programmework (only Research Methodology) and emphasizes development of critical thinking.

Process monitoring, carbon capture, materials development, separations, biomass processing, renewable energy, and hydrogen production.

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FINANCIAL SUPPORT

Programme Lead

More than 70% of UTP students receive financial sponsorship, study loans, or merit scholarships from PETRONAS, governmental bodies, or corporate partners.

Program Leader, MSc by Research: Chemical Engineering

Dr Wan Zaireen Nisa Bt Yahya

zaireen.yahya@utp.edu.my (+6053687584)

Target: Straight A SPM / IGCSE

Academic Executive

Ms. Nur Nadiah binti Muhamad Suffi

nadiah.suffi@utp.edu.my (+6053687893)

Target: Straight A SPM / IGCSE

MSc in Data Science (ODL)

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LevelPostgraduate (ODL)
FacultyFaculty of Science and Information Technology – Department of Computer & Information Sciences
Duration1–3 years full-time
IntakesJanuary, May & September
Accreditation (EAC/BEM, MQA ref)

JPT/BPP(N-DL/0613/7/0015) (10/28); MQA/PSA16962

Tuition (Total, Malaysian)RM23,550 tuition for Malaysian students. One-time registration/onboarding fee: RM1,000; application/processing fee: RM50.

Who is this programme for?

Designed for computing graduates and professionals seeking advanced skills in data analytics, machine learning, data management, data engineering and data-driven decision-making across industries.

What will I learn, year by year?

Stage 1: Build foundations in Data Science Concepts, Data Management, Analytical Programming, Machine Learning and Statistical Methods. Stage 2: Specialise in Advanced Data Analytics or Data Engineering through Digital/Real-time Analytics, Numerical Optimisation or Deep Learning. Final stage: Complete Big Data Analytics, IT Project Management, Research Methods and the MSc Project.

Where do graduates work? Name employers and roles (≤60 words)

Graduates can pursue roles such as Data Scientist, Data Analyst, Data Engineer, Business Intelligence Analyst and Machine Learning Engineer across technology, energy, finance, business, manufacturing and other data-driven industries.

One thing that makes it different at UTP

The programme combines 100% online learning with a Microsoft Certified data analytics programme, giving students an opportunity to build postgraduate data-science expertise while working towards an industry-recognised certification

The Research Behind It: Which area, centre and academics?

Research is supported by the Centre for Research in Data Science (CeRDaS) under the Institute of Emerging Digital Technologies. Areas include big data analytics, AI, machine learning, data management, data quality, data governance, energy analytics and business/operational analytics. Relevant academics include Ts. Dr Emelia Akashah Patah Akhir, Prof. Dr Jafreezal Jaafar, Ts. Dr Norshakirah Abdul Aziz and Dr Hitham Alhussian

Cost & Funding: Which scholarships and aid apply to this programme?

Graduate Assistantship (GA) and GRA are not applicable to this programmework programme under UTP's current financial-assistance information. Malaysian students may consider the EPF Withdrawal Scheme where eligible. Current UTP fee information lists the programme at RM23,550, with a RM1,000 registration/onboarding fee.

Student Life: What should an applicant to this programme know?

Fully online through self-instructional materials and live online classes, with a minimum of 8 hours of live sessions for each programme per semester. Classes are held after working hours or on weekends, and final examinations are conducted online as open-book exams.

Next Intake + Application Deadline

January 2027 — 21 December 2026 for Malaysian applicants. UTP lists the application period as opening 23 September 2026, with registration on 4 January 2027. Dates are subject to change.

Placement or internship route for this programme

No separate internship is specified. Students complete MSc Project 1 and MSc Project 2 (10 credit hours combined), providing an opportunity to apply data-science methods to an academic or industry-related problem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. The ODL format is designed for flexible study around working hours.

You may need prerequisite programmes in Software Engineering and Object-Oriented Programming.

The programme can be completed in 12–36 months.

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Programme Lead

Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS:Ts. Dr Emelia Akashah Patah Akhir

emelia.akhir@utp.edu.my

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MSc in Corrosion Engineering (ODL)

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LevelPostgraduate (ODL)
FacultyFaculty of Engineering
DurationMinimum 1 year, maximum 3 years
IntakesJanuary, May & September
Accreditation (EAC/BEM, MQA ref)

MQA Ref: MQA/PSA15250; Programme Code: N-DL/0714/7/0001; validity until 10/2027.

Tuition (Total, Malaysian)RM23,100 ODL tuition for Malaysian students. Additional RM1,000 registration/onboarding fee and RM50 application/processing fee apply.

Who is this programme for?

Engineers and technical professionals seeking specialised corrosion management expertise, career advancement in asset integrity, reliability, materials selection and infrastructure sustainability across oil & gas, energy, manufacturing and related industries.

What will I learn, year by year?

Year 1: Principles of Corrosion, Materials Selection, Corrosion Control, Cathodic Protection, Protective Coatings, Failure Analysis, Data Analytics and Project Management. Year 2 (or later stages): electives such as Pipeline Corrosion Management, MIC, High Temperature Corrosion and industry-based projects focused on real workplace challenges.

Where do graduates work? Name employers and roles (≤60 words)

Corrosion Engineer, Integrity Engineer, Asset Management Engineer, Inspection Engineer, Reliability Engineer, Materials Engineer and Asset Integrity Specialist roles. Relevant employers include oil & gas operators, petrochemical companies, pipeline operators, power utilities and engineering consultancies. Based on programme focus; specific employers are not listed. [utp.edu.my]

One thing that makes it different at UTP

UTP describes it as a one-of-a-kind Corrosion Engineering programme in Southeast Asia, combining industry-focused modular programmes with access to UTP's state-of-the-art corrosion laboratory facilities.

The Research Behind It: Which area, centre and academics?

Research focuses on corrosion engineering, materials degradation and asset integrity, supported by UTP's Centre for Corrosion Research (CCR). Areas include oilfield corrosion, stress corrosion cracking, corrosion inhibitors, coatings, materials failure and multiphase-flow corrosion. Academics include Dr Kee Kok Eng, AP Dr A Rahim Othman, Dr Mazli Mustapha and Dr Saeid Kakooei.

Cost & Funding: Which scholarships and aid apply to this programme?

EPF Withdrawal Scheme may be used by eligible Malaysian students. UTP's GA/GRA are intended for postgraduate research students, so they do not directly apply to this programmework programme. Applicants should also check external sponsorships/loans through UTP's financial-aid information.

Student Life: What should an applicant to this programme know?

100% online delivery via ULEARN; self-instructional materials; 8 hours of live online sessions per programme each semester; classes after office hours or weekends; assessments include assignments, projects, online open-book tests and final exams

Next Intake + Application Deadline

January 2027 intake - 21 December 2026 deadline for Malaysian applicants. UTP lists the next Malaysian postgraduate programmework intake as January 2027, with registration on 4 January 2027. Dates are subject to change.

Placement or internship route for this programme

No internship requirement stated. Students complete Industrial-Based Project I and II, typically linked to workplace, industry, simulation, experimental or corrosion investigation projects

Frequently Asked Questions

Via ULEARX, live sessions and recordings.

Through workplace-related experiments, simulations or failure investigations.

Students can pace studies based on work commitments.

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Programme Lead

Dr. Kee Kok Eng

keekokeng@utp.edu.my

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MSc in Applied Computing (ODL)

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LevelPostgraduate (ODL)
FacultyFaculty of Science, Management & Computing – Department of Computer and Information Sciences
Duration1–3 years full-time
IntakesJanuary, May, September
Accreditation (EAC/BEM, MQA ref)R/0611/7/0010 (01/30); MQA/SWA11855
Tuition (Total, Malaysian)RM23,550 for Malaysian ODL students

Who is this programme for?

Designed for computing and non-computing graduates seeking practical skills in emerging technologies, big data analytics, machine learning, enterprise systems and digital transformation.

What will I learn, year by year?

Stage 1: Learn IT project management, digital innovation, emerging technologies and the digital economy.

Stage 2: Develop specialist skills in Big Data Analytics or Enterprise Resource Planning, including machine learning, real-time analytics and business intelligence.

Final stage: Complete the MSc Project, applying computing knowledge to an industry or real-world problem.

Where do graduates work? Name employers and roles

Graduates can pursue roles such as Data Analyst, Data Analytics Specialist, Business Intelligence Specialist, Enterprise Systems Specialist, IT Project Manager and Digital Transformation Specialist across technology, energy, finance, manufacturing and other industries.

One thing that makes it different at UTP

The ODL format lets working professionals develop applied computing expertise remotely while the curriculum focuses on industry-relevant technologies and digital transformation applications.

The Research Behind It: Which area, centre and academics?

Research and teaching cover big data analytics, machine learning, digital analytics, enterprise systems, business intelligence, emerging technologies and digital transformation, within the Department of Computer and Information Sciences.

Cost & Funding: Which scholarships and aid apply to this programme?

No programme-specific scholarship is stated. GA/GRA are primarily research-oriented and are not listed as funding for this programmework ODL programme. Malaysian students may explore EPF withdrawal, external sponsorships and education financing where eligible.

Student Life: What should an applicant to this programme know?

100% online, designed for working professionals. Students use self-instructional materials and live online sessions, with classes scheduled after working hours or over weekends. Non-computing graduates may need prerequisite programmes in Software Engineering and Object-Oriented Programming.

Next Intake + Application Deadline ​​

January, May, September. For the upcoming January 2027 intake, the current Malaysian postgraduate application deadline is 21 December 2026.

Placement or internship route for this programme

No separate internship is specified. Students complete an MSc Project (10 credits), applying their computing knowledge to an industry or real-world problem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, subject to prerequisite requirements.

Yes, ODL is designed for working professionals.

Big Data Analytics or Enterprise Resource Planning.

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Programme Lead

Ts Dr Nurul Aida Osman

nurulaida.osman@utp.edu.my

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MSc in Asset Management & Maintenance (ODL)

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LevelPostgraduate (ODL)
FacultyDepartment of Mechanical Engineering
DurationMinimum 1 year, maximum 3 years
IntakesJanuary, May & September
Accreditation (EAC/BEM, MQA ref)

JPT/BPP: R-DL/0714/7/0006 (02/30); MQA/SWA13426. Also professionally accredited by the Institute of Asset Management (IAM, UK), with automatic IAM certification on completion — programme lecturers hold IAM trainer recognition.

Tuition (Total, Malaysian)RM23,700 ODL.

Who is this programme for?

For working engineers (Bachelor's, CGPA 2.50+, or lower with experience and internal assessment) who want to specialise in asset management and maintenance without leaving their job — delivered 100% online, with classes after hours or on weekends.

What will I learn, year by year?

41 credit hours total: 6 core modules (18 credits) covering appraisal/repair/maintenance, plant asset management, asset life study, operation optimisation, integrity management, and reliability/risk; 2 electives (6 credits) from options like offshore structural integrity, condition-based monitoring, or pipeline corrosion; university/national requirements in Data Analytics, Project Management, and Research Methodology (5–7 credits); and a two-part Industrial-Based Project (10 credits total).

Where do graduates work? Name employers and roles (≤60 words)

Graduates can pursue roles in asset management, maintenance, reliability, asset integrity and engineering management across petrochemical, oil & gas, offshore, power, infrastructure and manufacturing organisations. Typical roles include Asset Manager, Maintenance Engineer, Reliability Engineer, Asset Integrity Engineer and Maintenance Manager.

One thing that makes it different at UTP

Automatic IAM (Institute of Asset Management, UK) certification on completion, taught by IAM-recognised trainers — plus a fully online format with non-compulsory live classes (recordings available) built around working professionals' schedules.

The Research Behind It: Which area, centre and academics?

Research areas include asset management, maintenance, asset integrity, reliability and risk, structural integrity, condition monitoring, failure analysis and pipeline corrosion. Research and teaching are housed within the Department of Mechanical Engineering, with academics including Ir Dr Mazian Mohammad.

Cost & Funding: Which scholarships and aid apply to this programme?

UTP's programme FAQ states “No” when asked whether UTP has sponsorship specifically for this programme. Students should therefore explore external sponsorships, EPF withdrawal or education financing where eligible.

Student Life: What should an applicant to this programme know?

Online-specific: minimum 8 hours of live online class per programme per semester, held after working hours or on weekends; attendance is not compulsory and recordings are available; final exams are online and open-book.

Next Intake + Application Deadline

January, May and September. The specific application deadline should be taken from UTP's current intake schedule when publishing the programme information.

Placement or internship route for this programme

Not a placement/internship in the traditional sense — the programme's Industrial-Based Project I & II (10 credits total) requires students to work on a real problem from their own workplace, effectively embedding the "placement" into their existing job.

Frequently Asked Questions

NO.

The problem should be an industrial based project where it can be the real problem that the student face in their workplace.

he online class for ODL is not compulsory. For those who can’t attend the class can refer to the recording at their own pace.

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FINANCIAL SUPPORT

Programme Lead

More than 70% of UTP students receive financial sponsorship, study loans, or merit scholarships from PETRONAS, governmental bodies, or corporate partners.

BBM Programme Leader​

Ir Dr Mazian Mohammad

mazian.mohammad@utp.edu.my

+6053687152

Target: Straight A SPM / IGCSE

Academic Executive

Ms Farah Abdul Latif

farahlatif@utp.edu.my

+6053687030

Target: Straight A SPM / IGCSE

MSc in Electronic Systems Engineering (ODL)

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LevelPostgraduate (ODL)
FacultyDepartment of Electrical and Electronics Engineering
DurationMinimum 1 year, maximum 3 years
IntakesJanuary, May & September
Accreditation (EAC/BEM, MQA ref)

JPT/BPP: R-DL/0713/7/0006 (04/29); MQA/SWA11190

Tuition (Total, Malaysian)RM23,700 (Malaysian, Full-Time ODL)

Who is this programme for?

For working engineers (Bachelor's, CGPA 2.50+, or lower with experience and internal assessment) who want to specialise in electronic systems — IC design, embedded systems, or intelligent/instrumentation systems — without leaving their job, via 100% online delivery.

What will I learn, year by year?

5 core programmes (Advanced Engineering Mathematics, Modern Communication & Network Systems, Advanced Embedded Systems, Advanced Digital Systems Design, VLSI Systems Design), 3 university requirements (Research Methodology, Data Analytics, Project Management), and a two-part R&D Project. Students then choose one of three elective tracks (3 programmes each): Integrated Circuits System, Intelligent Systems, or Industrial Instrumentation Systems — with heavy use of System Verilog and Python throughout.

Where do graduates work? Name employers and roles (≤60 words)

Electronics Design Engineer, Embedded Systems Engineer, R&D Engineer, IoT Solutions Engineer, Hardware/Software Systems Integration Engineer, VLSI Design Engineer, ASIC/FPGA Design Engineer, IC Verification Engineer, AI/ML Engineer, Computer Vision Engineer, Instrumentation Engineer. No specific employers named — confirm with Department.

One thing that makes it different at UTP

Three distinct specialisation tracks (IC Systems, Intelligent Systems, Industrial Instrumentation), recently updated electives (Low Power VLSI, Advanced Digital Systems Design, System Verification), and heavy hands-on use of System Verilog and Python for digital/analog IC design.

The Research Behind It: Which area, centre and academics?

Not research-based (programmework programme), though it includes a two-part R&D Project. Programme philosophy: "train young graduates and professionals with advanced integrated circuit design and applications and entrepreneurship skills to enable them to perform R&D and commercialisation activities." Programme lead: AP Ts Dr Fawnizu Azmadi Hussin.

Cost & Funding: Which scholarships and aid apply to this programme?

GA is for full-time PhD research students only, so it does not apply to this programmework master's. Malaysian applicants can explore EPF withdrawal, external sponsorships and education financing, subject to the relevant provider's eligibility requirements.

Student Life: What should an applicant to this programme know?

ODL-specific: 100% online with self-instructional materials, minimum 8 hours of live online class per programme per semester, scheduled after working hours or weekends, with an online open-book final exam.

Next Intake + Application Deadline

January, May and September intakes.

Placement or internship route for this programme

Not applicable

Frequently Asked Questions

Non-engineering graduates need prerequisite programmes in Microelectronic Physics & Devices and Communication Systems, delivered 100% online.

Integrated Circuits System, Intelligent Systems, or Industrial Instrumentation Systems — choose one, 3 programmes each.

System Verilog and Python feature heavily throughout the programme.

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FINANCIAL SUPPORT

Programme Lead

More than 70% of UTP students receive financial sponsorship, study loans, or merit scholarships from PETRONAS, governmental bodies, or corporate partners.

BBM Programme Leader​

Dr Lila Iznita Izhar

lila.izhar@utp.edu.my

+6053687826.

Target: Straight A SPM / IGCSE

Academic Executive

Mr Md Fahmi Firdaus Hashim

fahmi.hashim@utp.edu.my

+6053687862

Target: Straight A SPM / IGCSE

MBA in Energy Management (ODL)

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LevelPostgraduate (ODL)
FacultyManagement & Humanities Department
DurationMinimum 1 year, maximum 3 years
IntakesJanuary, May & September
Accreditation (EAC/BEM, MQA ref)

MQA: R-DL/0414/7/0076 (09/29), MQA/SWA 12377.

Tuition (Total, Malaysian)RM27,500

Who is this programme for?

Suitable for graduates and professionals interested in combining business management with energy management, particularly those working or planning to work in energy, oil and gas, sustainability, ESG or low-carbon industries.

What will I learn, year by year?

"Early trimesters: Business management foundations and management skills. Middle trimesters: Energy management, ESG, low-carbon economy, sustainability and data analytics. Final trimester: Management Consultancy Project, applying business and energy-management knowledge to real organisational challenges."

Where do graduates work? Name employers and roles (≤60 words)

Graduates can pursue roles such as Energy Manager, Sustainability Manager, Energy Consultant, Business Manager, Project Manager, ESG-related roles and management positions in the energy, oil & gas, sustainability and other business sectors.

One thing that makes it different at UTP

It combines an MBA with Energy Management, focusing on energy, ESG, low-carbon economy and sustainability, while also developing data analytics skills for business decision-making.

The Research Behind It: Which area, centre and academics?

The programme focuses on energy management, sustainability, ESG and low-carbon economy. It is offered through UTP's Management & Humanities Department, with learning connected to current energy-industry challenges and case studies.

Cost & Funding: Which scholarships and aid apply to this programme?

GA is for full-time PhD research students only, so it does not apply to this programmework master's. Malaysian applicants can explore EPF withdrawal, external sponsorships and education financing, subject to the relevant provider's eligibility requirements.

Student Life: What should an applicant to this programme know?

Students study 100% online through UTP ULearnX. Learning includes self-instructional materials, online live classes, seminars, case studies and consultancy-based projects. Classes are held after working hours or during weekends, with online open-book final examinations.

Next Intake + Application Deadline

January, May and September intakes.

Placement or internship route for this programme

No separate compulsory internship is specified. Students complete Management Consultancy Projects I & II, applying business and energy-management knowledge to practical organisational problems.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, the ODL format is designed for flexibility.

No; relevant bachelor’s graduates may apply, with prerequisites for non-relevant disciplines.

No, the programme is conducted 100% online.

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Programme Lead

Assoc. Prof. Dr Amjad Shamim, CMgr FCMI

amjad.shamim@utp.edu.my

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MSc in Predictive Analytics (ODL)

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LevelPostgraduate (ODL)
FacultyFaculty of Science and Information Technology – Department of Applied Sciences
Duration1–3 years full-time
IntakesJanuary, May & September
Accreditation (EAC/BEM, MQA ref)

MQA, N-DL/0588/7/0002 (02/2030); MQA/PSA18316

Tuition (Total, Malaysian) 

Who is this programme for?

Designed for graduates and professionals who want advanced skills in predictive modelling, big data analytics, machine learning, AI and decision intelligence for data-driven problem-solving in business, engineering and other industries.

What will I learn, year by year?

Stage 1: Learn statistical analysis, decision-making techniques, programming and data visualisation. Stage 2: Develop skills in data mining, machine learning and forecasting, with a choice of Business Analytics or Predictive Maintenance. Final stage: Apply these skills through Industrial Projects I & II.

Where do graduates work? Name employers and roles (≤60 words)

Graduates can pursue roles such as Data Analyst, Data Scientist, Business Intelligence Analyst, Predictive Analytics Specialist, Machine Learning Specialist and Maintenance Analytics Specialist across energy, engineering, finance, business and other data-driven sectors.

One thing that makes it different at UTP

Scientist, Business Intelligence Analyst, Predictive Analytics Specialist, Machine Learning Specialist and Maintenance Analytics Specialist across energy, engineering, finance, business and other data-driven sectors.Students can specialise in Business Analytics or Predictive Maintenance, while learning from adjunct lecturers from PETRONAS, Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM) and Bursa Malaysia, connecting analytics theory with industry applications.

The Research Behind It: Which area, centre and academics?

Research aligns with predictive analytics, data science, machine learning, AI, business analytics and predictive maintenance. The Department of Applied Sciences states that its academics are affiliated with research institutes and lead internally and externally funded research. UTP's wider analytics research includes predictive modelling and machine-learning applications.

Cost & Funding: Which scholarships and aid apply to this programme?

GA is for full-time PhD research students only, so it does not apply to this programmework master's. Malaysian applicants can explore EPF withdrawal, external sponsorships and education financing, subject to the relevant provider's eligibility requirements.

Student Life: What should an applicant to this programme know?

100% online, using self-instructional materials and live online classes. Classes are conducted after working hours or over weekends, with online open-book final examinations. The format is designed to support flexible, self-directed learning.

Next Intake + Application Deadline

January, May and September intakes. For the January 2027 intake, UTP's current postgraduate application schedule gives 21 December 2026 as the Malaysian application deadline.

Placement or internship route for this programme

No compulsory internship is specified. Students instead complete Master Project I & II, allowing them to investigate and address a process-safety problem through research and applied analysis

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, the ODL format is designed for flexibility.

Business Analytics and Predictive Maintenance.

Engineering, science or technology graduates with CGPA 2.50 may apply; applicants from other disciplines may be assessed by UTP and may need prerequisite programmes.

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Programme Lead

Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS:Ts. Dr. Mohana Sundaram Muthuvalu

mohana.muthuvalu@utp.edu.my

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MSc in Petroleum Engineering

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Level Postgraduate (programmework)
Faculty Department of Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering
Duration 1–3 years full-time
Intakes January, May & September
Accreditation (EAC/BEM, MQA ref) JPT/BPP(R3/0724/7/0003)05/30; MQA/A11414
Tuition (Total, Malaysian) RM29,350 (Malaysian, conventional)

Who is this programme for?

Designed for engineering graduates and professionals seeking advanced knowledge in reservoir engineering, drilling, production, enhanced oil recovery and petroleum project management, with applications across the upstream oil and gas industry.

What will I learn, year by year?

Graduates can pursue roles such as Reservoir Engineer, Production Engineer, Drilling Engineer, Petroleum Engineer, EOR Specialist, Well Engineer and Petroleum Consultant with organisations such as PETRONAS, Shell, ExxonMobil, SLB, Baker Hughes and other oil & gas companies and consultancies.

Where do graduates work? Name employers and roles (≤60 words)

Graduates can pursue roles such as Reservoir Engineer, Production Engineer, Drilling Engineer, Petroleum Engineer, EOR Specialist, Well Engineer and Petroleum Consultant with organisations such as PETRONAS, Shell, ExxonMobil, SLB, Baker Hughes and other oil & gas companies and consultancies.

One thing that makes it different at UTP

UTP combines petroleum-engineering programmework with strong industry and field-development exposure, supported by its established Petroleum Engineering Department and close interaction with industry practitioners.

The Research Behind It: Which area, centre and academics?

Research areas include enhanced oil recovery, oilfield chemicals, flow assurance, drilling optimisation, drilling fluids & completion, deep reservoirs, HPHT, unconventional hydrocarbons, reservoir modelling, production enhancement and carbon capture & storage. Research is supported by the Department of Petroleum Engineering and its academic researchers.

Cost & Funding: Which scholarships and aid apply to this programme?

UTP's research-master funding options GA and GRA are not directly applicable to this programmework programme. Malaysian students may explore EPF withdrawal, external sponsorships and education financing, subject to eligibility.

Student Life: What should an applicant to this programme know?

The conventional programme is campus-based, offering opportunities for direct interaction with lecturers, peers and industry-linked activities. Students complete programmework and dissertation requirements and can benefit from UTP's petroleum-engineering facilities and industry connections.

Next Intake + Application Deadline

January, May and September. For the January 2027 intake, UTP's current postgraduate application schedule gives 21 December 2026 as the Malaysian application deadline.

Placement or internship route for this programme

No compulsory internship is specified. The programme is centred on programmework and dissertation, with industry-relevant research and field-development projects providing opportunities to apply petroleum-engineering knowledge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Engineering graduates and professionals interested in petroleum engineering.

Relevant applicants may be considered subject to UTP’s admission requirements/prerequisites.

Options include EOR, flow assurance, drilling, deep reservoirs, HPHT, unconventional hydrocarbons and reservoir modelling.

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Programme Lead

Ts Dr Berihun Mamo Negash

bmamo.negash@utp.edu.my

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