Master of Science (Water and Hydropower Engineering) - UniKL MFI at Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UNIKL)

Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UNIKL)

At first glance, UniKL University is Malaysia's premier entrepreneurial technology university. Its prime location in the heart of the country's capital and business district makes it one of the top technical universities in Malaysia. UniKL is committed to equipping graduates with the knowledge, skills, and mindset needed to thrive in a global, knowledge-based economy. The university's vision is to be the nation's foremost entrepreneurial technology university by 2020, achieved through outstanding research, education, training, entrepreneurship, consulting, and community services.

Course Information

Academic Qualification

Master

Duration

2 years

Intake

September

English Requirement

5.5

Class Type

Coursework

Offer Letter

Free

Yearly Tuition Fees

First Year

24,000

MYR

Second Year

24,000

MYR

Total Tuition Fees 48,000 MYR

Other Fees

Application Fees + Visa 2,500 MYR

International Administration + Registration 3,040 MYR

Total Additional Fees 5,540 MYR

Grand Total (All Fees) 53,540 MYR

Course Overview

The Master of Science (Water and Hydropower Engineering) at Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL) is a double degree program offered in collaboration with IHE Delft Institute for Water Education. This program equips students with comprehensive knowledge in hydropower engineering, integrating mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering disciplines. Graduates are prepared for roles such as hydropower plant planner, environmental impact assessor, and water resource manager.

Program Structure

Semester 1 (IHE Delft): Introduction to Water Science and Engineering; Hydrology and Hydraulics; River Basin Hydraulics, Geotechnics and Remote Sensing; River Morphodynamics; Data Collection, Analysis and Design.
Semester 2 (IHE Delft): River Basin Development and Environmental Impact Assessment; River Structures; Dams and Hydropower; Fieldtrip and Hydropower Potential Assessment; Environmental Flow Assessment.
Semester 3 (UniKL): Hydropower Machines Operations and Maintenance; Hydropower Electrical Systems; Research Methodology (Thesis Proposal); Field Assignment and Group Work; Project Management and Entrepreneurship.
Semester 4 (UniKL): Master Thesis.

Entry Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Honours) or Engineering Technology from Universiti Kuala Lumpur with a minimum CGPA of 2.50, or equivalent.
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in a related field with a CGPA of 2.50 from any university approved by the Senate of Universiti Kuala Lumpur.
Bachelor's degree in related sciences or technical field with a CGPA below 2.50 is acceptable for admission, subject to a minimum of 5 years relevant working experience as approved by the Senate of Universiti Kuala Lumpur.
English language proficiency: Minimum IELTS Band 6.0 overall (Band 6.5 preferred) or equivalent.

Career Opportunities

Hydropower Plant Planner
Environmental Impact Assessor
Water Resource Manager

Highlights

Duration: 2–3 years (minimum 4 semesters, maximum 8 semesters)
Intake: September (application documents must be completed before 1st August for visa processing in the Netherlands)
Double degree awarded: Master of Science (Water and Hydropower Engineering) by UniKL and Master of Science in Water Science and Engineering with specialization in Hydraulic Engineering and River Basin Development by IHE Delft

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