Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering) (Honours)
Institution: Curtin University of Malaysia (Sarawak)
Accreditation: FTES‑approved programme (valid as of Jan 2026)
Program Overview
This programme trains students in the design, development, and optimisation of chemical processes used in industries such as petrochemicals, energy, food, pharmaceuticals, and materials manufacturing. Students gain strong foundations in thermodynamics, reaction engineering, process control, and sustainability, preparing them to contribute to Sarawak’s industrial growth and green economy initiatives under PCDS 2030.
Category & Alignment
- Academic Discipline: Engineering / Chemical Engineering
- PCDS 2030 Alignment Area: Energy & Green Economy / Industrial Development
Study Duration
- 4 years (full‑time, on‑campus)
- Standard completion time: 8 semesters
- Extensions or repeated subjects are not funded under FTES
Admission Requirements
- STPM / A‑Levels / UEC with strong passes in Mathematics, Chemistry, and Physics
- Foundation or Diploma in Engineering/Science with minimum CGPA ≥ 2.5
- IELTS ≥ 6.0 / TOEFL iBT ≥ 75 / MUET Band ≥ 4
- Anak Sarawak (MyKad “K” status), first bachelor’s degree, full‑time enrollment, no other scholarships or loans
Career Pathways
- Process Engineer
- Chemical Plant Designer
- Environmental Engineer
- Energy & Sustainability Consultant
- Research & Development Engineer
🎯 Target Employers in Sarawak
- Petrochemical & Energy: Petronas, Sarawak Energy Berhad, Bintulu Port Holdings
- Manufacturing & Industrial: Press Metal, Shin Yang Group, Samalaju Industrial Park tenants
- Environmental & Sustainability: Natural Resources and Environment Board (NREB), Department of Environment Sarawak
- Research & Academia: Curtin Malaysia research centres, UNIMAS, Swinburne Sarawak
Estimated Local Salary Benchmarks (Monthly, RM)
| Career Stage | Typical Job Title | Salary Range (RM) |
|---|---|---|
| Entry Level (0–2 yrs) | Graduate Engineer / Process Engineer | RM 2,800 – RM 3,800 |
| Mid Level (3–7 yrs) | Chemical Engineer / Project Engineer | RM 4,500 – RM 7,500 |
| Senior Level (8–15 yrs) | Senior Engineer / Plant Manager | RM 8,000 – RM 12,000 |
| Executive Level (15+ yrs) | Head of Engineering / Operations Director | RM 15,000 – RM 25,000 |
✅ This listing reflects the official FTES‑approved Curtin Malaysia programme for Chemical Engineering (Honours).