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Bachelor of Nuclear Engineering with Honours

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM)

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Program overview

The Bachelor of Nuclear Engineering with Honours program at UTM University Malaysia is a full-time program offered at the UTM Main Campus in Johor Bahru. The program typically lasts between four to six years, depending on the student's entry qualifications. Students take twelve to eighteen credit hours of courses per semester, with assessment based on coursework and final examinations. Graduates can pursue careers in nuclear power plants, research institutions, and regulatory bodies.

Entry Requirement

  • A Senior High School Certificate or equivalent pre – university qualifications. See more details for the entry requirements based on country; and
  • Pass the English Proficiency requirements

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., UEC, Foundation, STAM, etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.

Curriculum

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Among the courses offered

YEAR 1: SEMESTER 1

  • Modern Physics
  • Introduction to Engineering
  • Statics
  • Engineering Mathematics I
  • Appreciation of Ethics and Civilizations (for Local Students Only)
  • Philosophy and Current Issues (for International Students)

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Appreciation Ethics and Civilizations (for International Students)

  • English Communication Skills

YEAR 1: SEMESTER 2

  • Programming for Engineers
  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Electrical Eng. Fundamentals with Laboratory
  • Nuclear Physics
  • Engineering Mathematics II
  • Philosophy and Current Issues (for Local Students)
  • Malay Language Communication 2 (for International Students)

YEAR 2: SEMESTER 1

  • Engineering Drawing
  • Fluid Mechanics Lab
  • Thermodynamics
  • Strength of Materials
  • Nuclear Engineering Fundamentals
  • Differential Equations
  • Academic Communication Skills

YEAR 2: SEMESTER 2

  • Dynamics
  • Heat Transfer
  • Numerical Methods for Nuclear Engineers
  • Thermodynamics & Mechanics of Material Laboratory
  • Engineering Statistics
  • Graduate Success Attributes
  • Co-curriculum

YEAR 3: SEMESTER 1

  • Nuclear Radiation Protection
  • Nuclear Reactor Theory
  • Radiation Detection and Measurement
  • Nuclear Physics Lab
  • Nuclear Power Plant System
  • The Thought of Science and Technology
  • Professional Communication Skills
  • Extracurricular Experiential Learning (ExCEL)

YEAR 3: SEMESTER 2

  • Nuclear Reactor Material
  • Instrumentation and Control Engineering
  • Thermal Hydraulics with Lab
  • Nuclear Reactor Lab
  • Engineering Economics & Project Management
  • Undergraduate Project I
  • Foreign Language Elective

YEAR 3: SEMESTER 3

  • Industrial Training

YEAR 4: SEMESTER 1

  • Nuclear Safety, Safeguard, Security & Regulation
  • Radiation, Detection & Measurement Lab
  • Undergraduate Project II
  • Nuclear Engineering System and Design I
  • Elective Nuclear I
  • PRISMS Elective I

YEAR 4: SEMESTER 2

  • Nuclear Engineering Professional Practice
  • Nuclear Engineering System and Design II
  • Nuclear Fuel Cycle and Waste Management
  • Elective Nuclear II
  • PRISMS Elective II
  • Introduction to Entrepreneurship
  • University Elective (Generic Skill Cluster)

Entry requirements

Bachelor's: strong high-school results, a foundation, or a diploma.

Typically IELTS 5.5 or equivalent (TOEFL / PTE). Some universities offer a preparatory English program if you haven't reached the score yet.

Exact requirements vary by program, and an English certificate such as IELTS or an equivalent may be required.

Career opportunities

  • Project engineer
  • Design engineer
  • Maintenance engineer
  • Engineering consultant

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