Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil)
Program Overview
Civil engineering focuses on the design, construction, and maintenance of infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, dams, and buildings. Students gain expertise in structural analysis, geotechnical engineering, hydraulics, and project management, preparing them to support Sarawak’s rapid infrastructure development.
Category & Alignment
- Academic Discipline: Engineering
- PCDS 2030 Alignment Area: Infrastructure & Utilities
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 and Physics
- Foundation or Diploma in Science/Engineering 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
- Civil Engineer
- Structural Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Construction Manager
- Geotechnical Engineer
🎯 Target Employers in Sarawak
- Government & Infrastructure: JKR Sarawak, Sarawak Economic Development Corporation (SEDC)
- Construction & Property: CMS Construction, Naim Holdings, Hock Seng Lee, KKB Engineering
- Energy & Utilities: Sarawak Energy Berhad (hydropower & grid projects)
- Consultancy & Design: Local engineering consultancies, UNIMAS research centres
💰 Estimated Local Salary Benchmarks (Monthly, RM)
| Career Stage | Typical Job Title | Salary Range (RM) |
|---|---|---|
| Entry Level (0–2 yrs) | Graduate Civil Engineer / Site Engineer | RM 2,800 – RM 3,500 |
| Mid Level (3–7 yrs) | Civil Engineer / Project Engineer | RM 4,500 – RM 7,000 |
| Senior Level (8–15 yrs) | Senior Engineer / Construction Manager | RM 8,000 – RM 12,000 |
| Executive Level (15+ yrs) | Project Director / Head of Infrastructure | RM 15,000 – RM 25,000 |