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

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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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MSc in Process Safety

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LevelPostgraduate (programmework)
FacultyDepartment of Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering
Duration1–3 years full-time
IntakesJanuary, May & September
Accreditation (EAC/BEM, MQA ref)

JPT/BPP R/0711/7/0005 (02/25); MQA/SWA7662

Tuition (Total, Malaysian)RM29,550 for Malaysian students (conventional).

Who is this programme for?

Designed for engineering graduates, as well as working professionals seeking to develop expertise in process safety, risk management, and loss prevention across process industries such as oil and gas, petrochemical, chemical, pharmaceutical, and related sectors.

What will I learn, year by year?

Stage 1: Build foundations in process safety management, safe design and operation, human factors, hazard analysis and system safety. Stage 2: Develop specialist knowledge through electives such as fire and explosion engineering, quantitative risk assessment, industrial hygiene, emergency management and plant integrity. Final stage: Complete Research Methodology and Master Projects I & II.

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

Graduates can work in oil and gas, petrochemical, chemical, pharmaceutical, consulting, public, and R&D sectors as Risk and Safety Managers, Process Safety Engineers, Process/Technical Safety Engineers, HSE Lead Engineers, Risk Analysts, and Safety Consultants.

One thing that makes it different at UTP

Engineer, Safety Engineer, Risk Analyst, Risk & Safety Manager, Process/Technical Safety Engineer, HSE Lead Engineer and Safety Consultant in oil & gas, petrochemical, chemical/pharmaceutical, consulting, regulatory and R&D organisations. Universiti Teknologi PETRONASUTP describes it as the only programme focusing specifically on Process Safety in Malaysia, developed with PETRONAS, process-safety institutions, experts and industry practitioners.

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

Research and teaching focus on process safety, loss prevention, hazard analysis, risk assessment, fire/explosion, human factors, safety systems and process-plant integrity within the Department of Chemical Engineering. The programme also draws on industry practitioners through UTP's Adjunct Lecture Programme.

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

GA is for PhD students only. GRA is research-oriented and should not be presented as funding for this programmework programme. Malaysian students can explore applicable EPF withdrawal, external sponsorships and education financing.

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

The programme is modular, allowing professionals to develop specific process-safety competencies. It can be studied full-time or part-time. The curriculum includes 41 credits, combining core modules, technical electives, Data Analytics, Project Management, Research Methodology and two Master Project modules.

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

Engineering graduates and professionals interested in process safety and risk.

Yes, the programme is available part-time. 3. What areas can I specialise in?

Options include fire and explosion, quantitative risk, emergency management, industrial hygiene, environmental risk and plant integrity.

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Programme Lead

Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS:Ts. Dr. M Hizami B M Yusoff

hizami.yusoff@utp.edu.my

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MSc in Process Integration

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Level Postgraduate (programmework)
Faculty Faculty of Engineering
Duration 1–3 years full-time
Intakes January, May & September
Accreditation (EAC/BEM, MQA ref) (JPT/BPP(R3/0711/7/0008)07/29) (A4369)
Tuition (Total, Malaysian)  

Who is this programme for?

Individu (working professionals, engineers, managers, or graduates) who want to strengthen their expertise in process systems engineering, optimisation, energy efficiency, sustainability, and industrial process improvement.

What will I learn, year by year?

Students will learn how to design, model, integrate and optimise industrial processes to improve efficiency, safety and sustainability. They will develop skills in process modelling and optimisation, heat and energy integration, process safety, environmental design, advanced process systems, and data analytics, while applying their knowledge to real industry-based problems and projects.

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

Graduates can pursue roles such as Process Engineer, Process Integration Engineer, Process Design Engineer, Production Engineer, Plant/Operations Engineer, Process Optimisation Engineer, Energy Engineer, Utilities Engineer, Project Engineer, Process Safety Engineer, Environmental Engineer, Sustainability Engineer, Refinery/Petrochemical Engineer, Technical Consultant, and Process Systems Engineer. These roles align with the programme’s focus on process systems engineering and its applications across the energy, chemical, petrochemical, oil & gas, renewable energy, and advanced manufacturing sectors.

One thing that makes it different at UTP

One thing that makes the MSc in Process Integration at UTP different is its strong industry integration. The programme was jointly developed with experienced PETRONAS engineers and incorporates industry-based examples, real industry-derived data, and input from senior industry experts and adjunct lecturers.

TESTIMONIAL: quote, full name, year, employer. Photo? (Y/N)

"The industry-focused knowledge, views and insights gained during my study now serve as a practical guide in my decision making, allowing me to formulate higher efficiency execution plans that have contributed to my plant’s overall operational improvement. Also, the framework helps me to optimise existing processes by analysing operations and planning from a strategic perspective. Great support and vast industrial experience of the lecturers contributed to deeper understanding of the practical relevance of the programmes in my day-to-day work challenges. - JJ Lau - Plant Engineer"

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

"Area: Process Systems Engineering & Process Integration Department: Chemical Engineering, UTP Research strengths: Energy & Heat Integration • Process Modelling & Simulation • Process Optimisation • Process Control • Sustainable Process Design • Environmental Engineering • Process Safety Academics: Researchers and lecturers specialising in process integration, optimisation, modelling, energy systems, control, safety and sustainability. "

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

EPF Withdrawal Scheme is available to Malaysian students for programmework programmes. GA is PhD-level only; GRA is tied to research-grant work and is not the standard funding route for programmework students. HRDF/SBL may be relevant where an employer sponsors an eligible employee.

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

The programme is modular and available in full-time conventional or full-time ODL mode. It requires 41 credit hours. The ODL option is fully online, with self-instructional materials, live online sessions and online open-book final exams.

Next Intake + Application Deadline

January 2027 — 21 December 2026 deadline for Malaysian applicants. UTP lists May 2027 closing on 19 April 2027. Dates are subject to change.

Placement or internship route for this programme

No separate internship is specified. Instead, Project 1 (3 credits) and Project 2 (7 credits) are designed as industrial/research-based projects under faculty and/or industry supervision, covering investigation, design/simulation, testing and implementation.

Frequently Asked Questions

No. Applicants from diverse academic and professional backgrounds are encouraged to join. Candidate with non engineering background must enrol in our two prerequisite programmes.

Yes. The programme is designed to support career advancement for professionals and managers. The is an atttractive mode of study for working profesionals which are through Open Distance Learning (ODL) which allow students to study anywhere, anytime, following their own pace!

Specialising in Process Integration equips engineers to look beyond individual equipment and optimise the entire process as an integrated system. It develops the skills to reduce energy and resource consumption, improve process efficiency, minimise environmental impact, and enhance overall plant performance, making it highly relevant to industries pursuing greater efficiency, competitiveness and sustainability

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Programme Lead

Dr Nurul Aini Amran

nurul.amran@utp.edu.my

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