Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical)
Program Overview
Mechanical Engineering focuses on the design, analysis, and manufacturing of mechanical systems and machinery. Students gain expertise in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, materials, and industrial design, preparing them to contribute to Sarawak’s growing advanced manufacturing and industrial sectors.
Category & Alignment
- Academic Discipline: Engineering
- PCDS 2030 Alignment Area: Advanced Manufacturing
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
- Mechanical Engineer
- Manufacturing Engineer
- Maintenance Engineer
- Plant Engineer
- Industrial Design Engineer
🎯 Target Employers in Sarawak
- Industrial & Manufacturing: Press Metal, Samalaju Industrial Park tenants, Shin Yang Group
- Construction & Engineering: CMS Manufacturing, KKB Engineering
- Energy & Utilities: Sarawak Energy Berhad (hydropower plant maintenance)
- Research & Academia: UNIMAS, Swinburne Sarawak, Curtin Malaysia engineering labs
Estimated Local Salary Benchmarks (Monthly, RM)
| Career Stage | Typical Job Title | Salary Range (RM) |
|---|---|---|
| Entry Level (0–2 yrs) | Graduate Mechanical Engineer / Maintenance Engineer | RM 2,800 – RM 3,500 |
| Mid Level (3–7 yrs) | Mechanical Engineer / Manufacturing Engineer | RM 4,500 – RM 7,000 |
| Senior Level (8–15 yrs) | Senior Engineer / Plant Engineer | RM 8,000 – RM 12,000 |
| Executive Level (15+ yrs) | Head of Engineering / Operations Director | RM 15,000 – RM 20,000 |