Study Mechanical Engineering in Malaysia 🇲🇾

Malaysia offers 30 Mechanical Engineering programs across 18 universities. Tuition ranges from $55k–$55k/yr, making it a competitive option for international students. 100% of programs carry STEM designation, which is valuable for post-graduation work authorization in many countries.

30 Programs

18 Universities

$55k–$55k/yr Tuition

100% STEM

7% Scholarships

Why Malaysia for Mechanical Engineering?

Living Cost

$5,000/yr

Full guide to studying in Malaysia →

By Degree Level

Bachelor (19) Master (5) PhD (5) Diploma (1)

Top Universities for Mechanical Engineering in Malaysia

Monash University Malaysia

Bandar Sunway · National rank #1 · QS #36

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Mechanical Engineering · Bachelor

Universiti Putra Malaysia

Serdang · National rank #2 · QS #134

PhD in Mechanical Engineering · PhD

Multimedia University (Melaka Campus)

Melaka · National rank #7 · QS #851

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering · Diploma

Universiti Tenaga Nasional

Kajang · National rank #8 · QS #551

Doctor of Philosophy (Mechanical Engineering) · PhD Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering with Honours · Bachelor Master of Mechanical Engineering · Master

Curtin University Malaysia

Miri · National rank #11 · QS #183

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechanical Engineering · Bachelor Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) (Honours) · Bachelor

Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia

Batu Pahat · National rank #22 · QS #1001

Master of Mechanical Engineering · Master Doctor of Philosophy (Mechanical Engineering) · PhD Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering with Honours · Bachelor

INTI International University

Nilai · National rank #26 · QS #509

Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering · Bachelor

Al-Madinah International University

Shah Alam · National rank #39

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering · Bachelor Master of Mechanical Engineering · Master

Infrastructure University Kuala Lumpur

Kajang · National rank #55

Bachelor of Technology (Hons) in Automotive Engineering · Bachelor Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (Hons) · Bachelor

DRB-HICOM University of Automotive Malaysia

Pekan · National rank #135

Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Mechanical Engineering · Bachelor Master of Science (MSc) in Automotive Engineering · Master Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Automotive Engineering · PhD Master of Engineering (MEng) in Mechanical Engineering · Master

Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus

Kuching · QS #294

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical) · Bachelor

University of Nottingham Malaysia

Semenyih · QS #97

BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering · Bachelor

University College of Technology Sarawak

Sibu

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (Hons) · Bachelor

The University of Reading Malaysia

Iskandar Puteri · QS #194

BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering · Bachelor

Multimedia University

Cyberjaya

Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) Mechanical Engineering · Bachelor

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia

Johor Bahru

PhD in Mechanical Engineering · PhD Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) · Bachelor Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) · Bachelor

Universiti Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur · QS #1201

Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Hons) in Automotive Technology · Bachelor

Southern University College

Skudai

Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering · Bachelor

All Programs

Master of Mechanical Engineering

Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia

Doctor of Philosophy (Mechanical Engineering)

Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia

Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Mechanical Engineering

DRB-HICOM University of Automotive Malaysia

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical)

Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus

Master of Science (MSc) in Automotive Engineering

DRB-HICOM University of Automotive Malaysia

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering with Honours

Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia

Doctor of Philosophy (Mechanical Engineering)

Universiti Tenaga Nasional

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering

Al-Madinah International University

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechanical Engineering

Curtin University Malaysia

Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) (Honours)

Curtin University Malaysia

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Multimedia University (Melaka Campus)

Diploma STEM Aid

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering with Honours

Universiti Tenaga Nasional

Master of Mechanical Engineering

Universiti Tenaga Nasional

PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Universiti Putra Malaysia

Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering

INTI International University

BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

University of Nottingham Malaysia

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Mechanical Engineering

Monash University Malaysia

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (Hons)

University College of Technology Sarawak

Bachelor of Technology (Hons) in Automotive Engineering

Infrastructure University Kuala Lumpur

BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

The University of Reading Malaysia

Master of Mechanical Engineering

Al-Madinah International University

Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) Mechanical Engineering

Multimedia University

PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia

Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical)

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Automotive Engineering

DRB-HICOM University of Automotive Malaysia

Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Hons) in Automotive Technology

Universiti Kuala Lumpur

Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering

Southern University College

Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering)

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia

Master of Engineering (MEng) in Mechanical Engineering

DRB-HICOM University of Automotive Malaysia

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (Hons)

Infrastructure University Kuala Lumpur

Bachelor STEM Aid

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study Mechanical Engineering in Malaysia?

Tuition for Mechanical Engineering programs in Malaysia ranges from $55k–$55k/yr. 7% of programs offer scholarships or financial aid. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) are approximately $5k.

What are the English language requirements for Mechanical Engineering in Malaysia?

English-taught Mechanical Engineering programs in Malaysia typically require:. Requirements vary by university and program level — always check the specific program page.

How many Mechanical Engineering programs are in Malaysia?

Abroadly lists 30 Mechanical Engineering programs at 18 universities across Malaysia. Programs are available at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.

Are Mechanical Engineering programs in Malaysia STEM-designated?

100% of Mechanical Engineering programs in Malaysia carry STEM designation. STEM classification can be important for visa purposes in countries like the US and UK after graduation.

Is Malaysia a good country for Mechanical Engineering students?

Malaysia is a strong choice for Mechanical Engineering with 18 universities offering these programs. The primary language is Malay/English, though many programs are taught in English.

What degree levels are available for Mechanical Engineering in Malaysia?

In Malaysia, Mechanical Engineering programs are offered at: Master (5 programs), PhD (5 programs), Bachelor (19 programs), Diploma (1 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.