MSc in Offshore Engineering

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LevelPostgraduate (programmework)
FacultyFaculty of Engineering – Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering
Duration1–3 years full-time
IntakesJanuary, May & September
Accreditation (EAC/BEM, MQA ref)

R2/0716/7/0004 (08/29); MQA/SWA4581

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

Who is this programme for?

Designed for engineering graduates and professionals seeking advanced expertise in offshore structures, hydrodynamics, foundations, structural integrity, project management and related offshore engineering applications.

What will I learn, year by year?

Stage 1: Build foundations in wave hydrodynamics, structural dynamics, offshore foundations and fixed offshore structures. Stage 2: Develop specialist knowledge through electives such as pipelines, subsea technology, floating platforms, geohazards and HSE. Final stage: Complete Research Projects I & II, applying offshore engineering knowledge to a research or industry problem.

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

Graduates can pursue roles across the oil and gas and offshore engineering sectors, including offshore engineer, structural engineer, subsea engineer, pipeline engineer, geotechnical engineer, safety/risk engineer, project manager and operational maintenance engineer.

One thing that makes it different at UTP

UTP states that it is the only MSc in Offshore Engineering in Malaysia, with exposure to commercial industry software such as DNV SESAM and adjunct lectures from organisations including PETRONAS and DNV.

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

Research focuses on offshore structures, structural integrity, subsea systems, pipelines and risers, floating structures, mooring systems and metocean engineering, supported by UTP's offshore-engineering research activities. Relevant academics include Assoc Prof Ir Ts Dr Faizul Amri Adnan and offshore engineering researchers within the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering.

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

No programme-specific scholarship is stated on the programme page. GA/GRA funding is generally associated with postgraduate research programmes, so applicants should check eligibility separately. Malaysian students can explore EPF withdrawal, external sponsorships and education financing where eligible.

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

The programme is conducted 100% online, with self-instructional materials and 8 hours of live online sessions per programme per semester. Classes are scheduled after working hours/over weekends, with online open-book examinations.

Next Intake + Application Deadline

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

Placement or internship route for this programme

No separate internship is stated on the conventional programme page. Students complete Research Project I & II (10 credits), allowing them to apply offshore engineering knowledge to an industry or research problem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, the programme is delivered 100% online.

Students are exposed to commercial offshore-engineering software such as DNV SESAM.

Options include pipelines, subsea technology, floating platforms, offshore geohazards, HSE, materials and coastal sustainability.

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Programme Lead

Assoc Prof Ir Ts Dr Faizul Amri Adnan

faizul.amri@utp.edu.my

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MSc in Industrial Environmental Engineering

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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

Yes, the ODL route is 100% online.

Environmental Management or Pollution Prevention.

Water, air pollution, wastewater, solid/hazardous waste, renewable energy and sustainable environmental solutions.

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Programme Lead

AP Dr Muhammad Raza Ul Mustafa

raza.mustafa@utp.edu.my

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MSc in Drilling Engineering

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LevelPostgraduate (programmework)
FacultyFaculty of Engineering – Department of Petroleum Engineering
Duration1–3 years 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 in Corrosion Engineering

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

MQA/PSA15250; JPT/BPP(N-DL/0714/7/0001) (10/27). No separate EAC/BEM accreditation is stated on the programme page.

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?

Designed for engineering and engineering-technology graduates and working professionals seeking specialist knowledge in corrosion assessment, prevention, monitoring, materials selection and asset integrity. It is particularly relevant to professionals in energy, oil and gas, utilities, manufacturing and infrastructure.

What will I learn, year by year?

Year 1: Build foundations in corrosion science, engineering materials, corrosion control, monitoring, cathodic protection, coatings, failure analysis and inspection. Choose specialist electives such as pipeline, oilfield, MIC or high-temperature corrosion. Complete Research Methodology, Data Analytics and Project Management. Final stage: Undertake Industrial-Based Projects I & II involving an industry-related experiment, simulation or corrosion-failure investigation.

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

Graduates can pursue roles in corrosion engineering, asset integrity, inspection, materials engineering, failure analysis, R&D and technical consulting across upstream/downstream oil and gas, power, utilities, manufacturing and infrastructure. UTP identifies opportunities in upstream, downstream, power, consulting/testing, manufacturing, academia and R&D.

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-oriented modular programmes, an industry network and access to specialised on-campus corrosion laboratory facilities while allowing students to study 100% online.

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

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

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

UTP’s current postgraduate financial-aid information indicates that GA/GRA are for postgraduate research students, so they do not apply to this programmework ODL programme. Malaysian programmework students may use the EPF Withdrawal Scheme where eligible. Applicants should also check UTP’s Financial Aid Directory for external sponsorships/loans applicable to their circumstances.

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

This is a 100% online programme designed around working professionals. Students use online self-instructional materials, have 8 hours of live online sessions per programme per semester, with classes held after working hours/over weekends. Students can study at their own pace and may watch recorded sessions.

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 conventional internship is specified. Instead, students complete Industrial-Based Project I & II. For ODL students, the project can be an experiment/simulation or corrosion-failure investigation closely related to their professional work, allowing them to integrate workplace problems into the project.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. ODL is designed around work commitments and offers self-paced learning with classes after working hours/over weekends.

It can involve an experiment, simulation or corrosion-failure investigation related to your professional field.

Students can complete it in 12–36 months depending on study pace and workload.

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Programme Lead

Dr. Kee Kok Eng

keekokeng@utp.edu.my

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MSc in Asset Management & Maintenance

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

MQA: A7736

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

Who is this programme for?

Designed for engineers and managers involved in industrial assets, maintenance, reliability, asset integrity and lifecycle management across energy, oil and gas, manufacturing, infrastructure and power sectors

What will I learn, year by year?

Year 1: Study asset and maintenance management, asset lifecycle, operation optimisation, integrity, reliability, risk, data analytics and project management. Complete research methodology and an industrial-based project addressing a real workplace or industrial problem.

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

Graduates may pursue roles such as Asset Management Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Reliability Engineer, Asset Integrity Engineer, Maintenance Manager and Reliability Manager in energy, oil and gas, manufacturing, infrastructure and power industries.

One thing that makes it different at UTP

IAM accreditation: Graduates automatically receive Institute of Asset Management (IAM) certification upon completing the programme, without taking an additional IAM examination.

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

Key areas include asset integrity, reliability, maintenance, risk, condition-based monitoring, failure analysis and asset lifecycle optimisation. The programme is supported by the Department of Mechanical Engineering, with expertise in Asset Integrity and Reliability.

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

Students may explore applicable external scholarships, sponsorships and education loans. Funding eligibility varies by scheme and should be checked with UTP before application.

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

Conventional students attend physical classes at UTP. The programme has a strong industrial orientation and includes an Industrial-Based Project

Next Intake + Application Deadline

January 2027 — 21 December 2026 deadline for Malaysian applicants, based on UTP's current postgraduate admissions schedule.

Placement or internship route for this programme

Students complete Industrial-Based Project I & II, designed around an industrial/workplace problem and potentially involving faculty and/or industry supervision.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, graduates automatically receive IAM certification upon completion.

Yes, the Industrial-Based Project addresses a real industrial problem.

Yes, UTP offers a separate ODL version.

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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

MBA in Energy Management

Details Information
Level Postgraduate (programmework)
Faculty Graduate School of Business (GSB)
Duration 1–3 years full-time
Intakes January, May & September
Accreditation (EAC/BEM, MQA ref) JPT/BPP(R2/0414/7/0391)07/28; MQA/FA2994.
ODL: JPT/BPP(R-DL/0414/7/0076)09/29; MQA/SWA12377
Tuition (Total, Malaysian) RM33,850 conventional / RM27,100 ODL for Malaysian students.

Who is this programme for?

Middle and senior managers, engineers, technical professionals, entrepreneurs and decision-makers seeking strategic leadership capabilities and business expertise for the energy sector and broader sustainable industries.

What will I learn, year by year?

The programme develops competencies in strategic management, leadership, finance, economics, energy policy, sustainability, digital transformation and energy business operations. Students apply advanced management concepts through industry-focused projects, case studies and research addressing real-world challenges in the energy sector.

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

Graduates work in energy companies, utilities, consulting firms, government agencies and multinational corporations as Energy Managers, Business Development Managers, Strategy Consultants, Operations Managers, Sustainability Managers, Project Directors and Senior Leaders. Potential employers include PETRONAS, Shell, ExxonMobil, TNB, SLB, Baker Hughes and leading consulting firms.

One thing that makes it different at UTP

UTP's MBA in Energy Management uniquely combines world-class business education with deep energy sector expertise, sustainability perspectives, industry engagement and practical insights from the global energy transition.

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

Energy economics, sustainability and ESG, digital transformation, energy policy, business analytics, innovation management and strategic leadership. Research strengths are supported by UTP's industry partnerships and academics specialising in management, sustainability and energy-related business research.

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

UTP does not list a programme-specific scholarship for this programmework MBA. Applicants should explore external sponsorships, education financing and EPF withdrawal where eligible. GA/GRA funding is primarily associated with research postgraduate students rather than this programmework programme.

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

Students benefit from flexible learning, networking with industry professionals, exposure to energy-sector case studies, executive-style discussions, guest lectures and multidisciplinary collaboration with professionals from diverse industries.

Next Intake + Application Deadline

January, May, September. For the upcoming January 2027 intake, refer to UTP's current postgraduate application schedule for the applicable Malaysian deadline.

Placement or internship route for this programme

Industry-based projects, executive applied assignments and professional engagement opportunities integrated throughout the programme.

Frequently Asked Questions

No. Applicants from diverse academic and professional backgrounds are encouraged.

Yes. The programme is designed to support career advancement for professionals and managers.

The programme develops leadership and strategic capabilities relevant to the rapidly evolving global energy landscape, sustainability agenda and energy transition.

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Programme Lead

AP Dr Amjad Shamim

amjad.shamim@utp.edu.my

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