SEGi University proudly presents the Bachelor of Chemical Engineering with Honours, a programme meticulously designed for the next generation of engineers. This course stands at the crossroads of innovation and tradition, preparing students to thrive in industries from oil and gas to sustainable energy management.
SEGi offers a curriculum that is both globally recognised and richly infused with real-world applications. Students engage in a learning journey that spans from mastering the complexities of mass and energy balances to the nuances of process and plant design.
Key selling points of this programme include its robust alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, particularly focusing on SDG 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, and 13. The course also guarantees comprehensive exposure to industrial and IR4.0-driven projects, with mentorship from external industry professionals.
Accredited by the Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM), this programme promises not just an education but a launchpad for lifelong learning and success in the dynamic field of chemical engineering.
Entry requirements
Note: Natural Sciences subjects are Physics, Biology or Chemistry. Chemistry will be given preference.
Pass in STPM with 2 principal passes including Mathematics and one relevant Natural Science subject
Pass in A-Level with 2 principal passes including Mathematics and one relevant Natural Science subject
Pass in any Diploma in Engineering, Science or Technology or other relevant field with minimum of CGPA 2.0 from higher education institute recognised by the Malaysian Government
Pass in Foundation Studies in Sciences or Engineering with CGPA 2.0 and Pass in Mathematics & one relevant Natural Science subject
Pass in UEC with 5 Bs (must include Mathematics and one relevant Natural Science subject)
Pass in South Australian Matriculation (SAM), (60% including Mathematics & one relevant Natural Science subject)
Pass in Canadian Pre-University Studies (CPU), 60% overall including Advanced Functions, Calculus & Vector and Physics or Chemistry or Biology
Pass in Matriculation, Ministry of Education Malaysia with minimum of CGPA 2.0
Pass in Northern Territory Certificate of Education (NTCE) with Grade C in 3 subjects including Mathematics & Physics or Chemistry or Biology
Pass in New South Wales Higher Certificate (with ATAR 70) and Grade C in 3 subjects including Mathematics & Physics or Chemistry or Biology
Pass in Western Australia Certificate of Education (WACE) and Grade C including Mathematics & Physics or Chemistry or Biology
Pass in South Australia Certificate of Education (SACE) and Grade C in 3 subjects including Mathematics & Physics or Chemistry or Biology
Pass in Ontario Secondary School Diploma, 60% over all in 3 subjects including Advanced Functions, Calculus & Vector and Physics or Chemistry or Biology
Pass in International Baccalaureate, with score 24/45 including 5/7 in Mathematics and Physics or Chemistry or Biology
Pass in Monash University Foundation Year (MUFY) at least 65% in Mathematics & one relevant Natural Science subject
Other equivalent qualification recognised by Malaysia Government
For international student:
TOEFL with minimum of score 500 or IELTS with minimum of score 5.0.
Programme structure and modules
Year 1
Mass and Energy Balances
Physical and Organic Chemistry
Engineering Mathematics I
Engineering Drawing
Material Science
Chemical Engineering Laboratory I
Fluid Mechanics
Thermodynamics
Strength of Materials
Engineering Mathematics II
Project Year I
Chemical Engineering Laboratory II
Year 2
Heat and Mass Transfer
Separation Processes I
Computational and Numerical Analysis
Computer Aided Chemical Engineering
Electrical Technology
Chemical Engineering Laboratory III
Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics
Particle Technology
Separation Processes II
Engineering statistics
Engineers and Society
Chemical Engineering Laboratory IV
Project Year II
Year 3
Process Control and Instrumentation
Separation Processes III
Chemical Reaction Engineering
Environmental Management and Technology
Chemical Engineering Laboratory V
Biochemical Engineering Principle
Chemical Process Safety
Project Management and Economics
Computational and Numerical Analysis
Project Year III
Industrial Training (12 weeks)
Year 4
Process and Plant Design
Transport Phenomena
Design Project I
Research Methodology
Entrepreneurship
Fuel and Energy Utilization
Research Project
Design Project II
Safety and Risk Analysis
Water and Wastewater Engineering (Elective)
Bio-separation: Recovery Processes (Elective)
Solid Waste Engineering (Elective)
Bioreactor Engineering Design (Elective)
Matapelajaran Umum (MPU)
Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban (Local)
Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2 (International)
Falsafah dan Isu Semasa
Effective Listening
Bahasa Kebangsaan A (For Local Students without Credit in BM in SPM)
Personal Health Management
Pengurusan Ko-kurikulum
Career opportunities
As Chemical Engineers, career opportunities in includes: Process engineer, Chemical and allied products, environmental engineering, contracting, oil and gas, consultancy, energy, water, materials, and design.
