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35th

in Asia

(Times Higher Education Asia University Rankings 2026, 23 April 2026).

9th

in the World

Petroleum Engineering

(QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026, 25 March 2026).

87th

in the World

Chemical Engineering

(QS Subject 2026).

NEWS, ARTICLES AND RESEARCH

What's moving

EXPLORE YOUR FUTURE PATHWAY

Why are you here

Discover the pathways, research strengths, innovation hubs, and industry partnerships that define UTP’s ecosystem.

Discover the pathways, research strengths, innovation hubs, and industry partnerships that define UTP’s ecosystem.

OUR PROGRAMMES

Explore Our Academic Programmes

UTP develops highly skilled graduates through industry-relevant programmes that combine academic excellence with practical experience.

All
Foundation
Undergraduate
Postgraduate

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering with Honours

Years: 4 Years, Full Time

Intakes: Jan, May, Sept

Bachelor of Information Technology (Hons)

Years: 3 Years 4 Months, Full Time

Intakes: Jan, May, Sept

Bachelor of Information Systems (Hons)

Years: 3 Years 4 Months, Full Time

Intakes: Jan, May, Sept

PhD: Social Science & Humanities

Years: 4 Years, Full Time

Intakes: Jan, May, Sept

PhD: Applied Science

Years: 4 Years, Full Time

Intakes: Jan, May, Sept

PhD: Management

Years: 4 Years, Full Time

Intakes: Jan, May, Sept

Research & Industry

Engineering Next-Generation Solutions for Industry

Explore five research areas — from sustainable energy to advanced materials. At UTP, we bridge academic discovery and commercial deployment to drive regional transformation and the global energy transition.

CLUSTER 01

Carbon Dioxide â‚‚ Management

Membrane separation, CCUS technologies, and catalytic conversion systems driving industrial emissions reduction

Decarbonisation & CCUS

CLUSTER 01

Green Technology & Biofuels

Sustainable energy pathways, biomass valorisation, and green hydrogen innovations supporting net-zero goals.

Clean Energy

CLUSTER 02

Advanced Materials & Nanotechnology

High-performance nanomaterials engineered for energy storage, nanoelectronics, and industrial coatings.

Smart Engineering

CLUSTER 03

Deepwater & Offshore Technology

Hydrodynamic simulation, subsea pipeline integrity, and asset health monitoring for extreme offshore environments

Marine Infrastructure

CLUSTER 04

Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR)

Maximising field recovery and resource efficiency through chemical flooding, gas injection, and digital modeling.

Subsurface Efficiency

RM400
Million+

In research grants received to date

3

Dedicated research institutes

8

Specialised centres of excellence

ACADEMIC PATHWAYS

Direct Pathways into Global Energy & Tech

Transition seamlessly from secondary school directly into specialized, industry-relevant degree options.

Study accredited engineering, technology, science, and business degrees at Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP)—Malaysia’s top-ranked private university.

Gain real-world industry experience through UTP’s mandatory 7-month industrial internship with PETRONAS and top global technology partners.

Live and innovate on UTP’s 1,000-acre residential campus in Seri Iskandar, Perak—home to students from over 60 nationalities.

Engineering & Technology Is Rising Globally

UTP’s Engineering & Technology ranking climbed from #184 to #146 globally in one year, while Chemical Engineering entered the world’s top 100 for the first time.

Every Engineering Programme is EAC-accredited

All UTP engineering programmes are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Council (EAC)—giving students qualifications built to recognised professional engineering standards.

Over 90% Employed Within Six Months

More than 90% of UTP Faculty of Science, Management & Computing graduates are employed within six months of graduation—turning university learning into career momentum.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Upcoming Events

1 Nov

UTP 26th Convocation Ceremony Day 1

8:00 AM

2 Nov

UTP 26th Convocation Ceremony Day 2

8:00 AM

3 Dec

Final Exams September Semester 2026 (REG)

8:00AM

JANUARY 2027 INTAKE

Two Years from Now, You're the One They Hire.

Applications for Foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate close Jan 2027. Scholarships assessed on the same application.

VERIFIED INFORMATION

Ready to Begin Your UTP Journey?

Applications for 2026/2027 intakes are now open globally. Connect directly with admissions counsellors and secure your verified enrollment pathway in less than 10 minutes.