Master of Science in Sustainable Energy - MDL

About the program

This programme is designed to provide its students with the necessary skills in order to attempt essential aspects of the energy sector from supply to demand-side, focusing on efficient use of renewable resources, sustainable energy management and reduction of industrial impact towards the environment. The course structure balances the delivery of fundamental knowledge, technical strategies, and real-world applications that would bring its graduates to the forefront of sustainable energy development.

Full Time – International

Minimum 3 Semesters (1 Year) 

Master of Science in Sustainable Energy is recognized by Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA) / (MQA/FA11789).

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor Degree in Engineering, Science or Technology from recognized institutions with minimum CPA of 2.50.
  • Working experiences in related field for those who do not meet the minimum CPA.
  • International students are required to meet a minimum score of MUET Band 3 or TOELF 500 or IELTS 5.0.
  • Exemption from the English language requirement will be given to international candidates or students who graduate in Malaysia.

Full Time – September Intake

Year 1

Semester 1 (14 weeks)

MDL 10203 Energy Scenario & Policy

MDL 10303 Energy Economics

MDL 10403 Sustainable & Renewable Energy

MDL 10503 Environmental Management

MD* 1**03 Elective I

Semester 2 (14 weeks)

MDC 10101 Research Methodology

MDL 10603 Power Generation, Transmission & Distribution

MDL 10703 Energy Management in Building

MDL 10803 Energy in Transportation

MD* 1**03 Elective II

MD* 1**03 Elective III

MDL 10902 Master Project I

Semester 3 (8 weeks)

MDL 11008 Master Project II

 

Full Time – February Intake

Year 1

Semester 1 (14 weeks)

MDC 10101 Research Methodology

MDL 10603 Power Generation, Transmission & Distribution

MDL 10703 Energy Management in Building

MDL 10803 Energy in Transportation

MD* 1**03  Elective II

MDL 10902 Master Project I

Semester 2 (8 weeks)

MDL 11008 Master Project II

Semester 3 (14 weeks)

MDL 10203 Energy Scenario & Policy

MDL 10303 Energy Economics

MDL 10403 Sustainable & Renewable Energy

MDL 10503 Environmental Management

MD* 1**03 Elective I

MD* 1**03  Elective III

 

Elective Courses:

Elective courses are offered under 3 specialisations for students to voluntarily choose

Specialisation

Course

Power Generation & Distribution

MDR 11103 Power Generation & Plant Design

MDR 11203 Power Transmission & Distribution Design

MDR 11303 Thermal Systems Operation & Design

Transportation

MDS 11403 Powertrain Engineering

MDS 11503 Energy Recovery System in Transportation

MDS 11603 Fundamental of Combustion

Energy Management & Efficiency**

MDE 11703 Energy Measurement & Verification

MDE 11803 Energy Efficient Equipment

MDE 11903 Energy Audit in Building

**Graduates in Energy Management & Efficiency specialisation will be certified as a Registered Electrical Energy Manager (REEM) by the Energy Commission Malaysia (ST).

 

PEO 1

Expert and competent in sustainable energy engineering science field.

PEO 2

Accomplish sustainable energy engineering project development and applications in related fields.

PEO 3

Facilitate knowledge and technology transfer in sustainable energy engineering to the community professionally.

PLO 1

Demonstrate mastery of knowledge in the sustainable energy engineering science field. (Knowledge & Understanding, KU)

PLO 2   

Generate solutions to problems using scientific and critical thinking skills. (Cognitive Skills, CS)

PLO 3  

Apply practical skills in the sustainable energy engineering science field. (Practical Skills, P)

PLO 4   

Work effectively in groups to solve field related problems. (Interpersonal Skills, IS)

PLO 5   

Communicate clearly its conclusions, knowledge and rationale to experts and non-experts. (Communication Skills, COM).

PLO 6   

Use appropriate techniques, resources, modern engineering and IT tools to support study and work. (Digital Skills, DS)

PLO 7   

Apply mathematical or other quantitative, qualitative techniques to analyze and evaluate numerical and graphical data in related field. (Numeracy Skill, NS)

PLO 8

Demonstrate leadership qualities through communicating and working effectively with peers and stakeholders. (Leadership, Autonomy and Responsibility, LAR)

PLO 9

Develop self-study skills and have the capacity for lifelong learning. (Personal Skill, PES)

PLO 10

Demonstrate entrepreneurial competency and able to initiate entrepreneurial ventures or projects. (Entrepreneurial Skills, ES)

PLO 11

Make responsible and ethical judgments and decisions by adhering to legal, ethical and professional codes of practice. (Ethics and Professionalism, EP).