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Foundation in Engineering and Science

Seri Iskandar, Perak, Malaysia•QS 2027 #261 =

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At Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) in Seri Iskandar, Malaysia, Foundation in Engineering and Science is offered as a foundation in General Engineering programme. The programme runs for 1 year, delivered on campus. It carries 50.0 credits (credit hours). Teaching is in English. Tuition for international students is MYR 31,500 per total (MYR 21,000 per total for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Foundation

Field: General Engineering

Duration: 1 year

Delivery: On Campus

Credits: 50.0 (credit hours)

Language: English

Local tuition: MYR 21,000 / total

International tuition: MYR 31,500 / total

Last checked November 2026 · Source: utp.edu.my ·

Program details

Overview

This foundation programme at Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) is administered through the Centre for Foundation Studies. This foundation, spanning one year and three semesters of study, is for students holding SPM or a comparable qualification who plan to progress into degrees in engineering or science. It supplies the maths, science and study skills needed to continue at UTP, and a dedicated foundation centre runs it, giving a route into the university's degree programmes. Application for the January 2027 intake opens in October 2026 and closes in November 2026. Study length is given as 1 year across 3 semesters. Admission months listed: January, May & September. The listed tuition for the whole programme is RM21,000 for Malaysian students and RM31,500 for international students.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: SPM or equivalent.

Application Details

Start Date: January, May & September

Application Deadline: 17 November 2026 (January 2027 intake; applications open 14 October 2026)

About Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP)

Type: Institute of Technology

Control: Private

Founded: 1997

QS rank: #261 =

Programs: 73

Location: Seri Iskandar, Perak, Malaysia

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Foundation in Engineering and Science award?

Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) awards a Foundation in the field of General Engineering on completion of this programme.

How long does Foundation in Engineering and Science take?

The programme runs for 1 year.

How much does Foundation in Engineering and Science cost?

Tuition for international students is MYR 31,500 per total (MYR 21,000 per total for local students).

Can Foundation in Engineering and Science be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP).

What language is Foundation in Engineering and Science taught in?

The programme is taught in English.

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