Course Overview

The Petroleum Engineering course was first offered in 1975 by the Petroleum Engineering Department, UTM. Many graduates now work not only in Malaysia but also in many parts of the world. They work in various kinds of challenging environments; in offshore areas, deserts, deep in dense jungles, cold regions and some are so remote that they are almost completely cut off from outside world.

Petroleum engineers go to all over the places on Earth where petroleum reservoirs are known to exist. They define and develop the reservoirs, and produce oil and gas with maximum profitable recovery. Petroleum engineering isn’t just one job but it also allows one to specialize in several different specialties, each with its own unique challenges and rewards.

• You can be a drilling engineer, working with geologists and contractors in designing and supervising drilling operations.
• You can work as a production engineer, developing processes and equipment to optimize oil and gas production.
• You can become a reservoir engineer and help determine ideal recovery processes, estimate the number of wells that can be economically drilled, and simulate future performance using sophisticated computer models.
• You can be a manager, an entrepreneur, economist, or environmental/safety specialist.

As a petroleum engineer, you may have to live in many different countries. Travel can be an important part of your career. Where you work and the type of company you join are up to you. Options include working outdoors at a field location, indoors with a computer, or both. You can develop your talents within a multinational corporation or a small company, or become an independent operator and head your own firm. Your future can be what you want it to be.

Entry Requirements

1.    Matriculation Candidates

General University Requirements

• Pass SPM/equivalent with good results.
• Pass Malay language and Mathematics with distinctions at SPM/equivalent level.
• Pass KPM Matriculation Certificate/UM Fundamental Science with at least:

1. a CGPA of 2.00 and pass all major subjects
2. Fulfill the special requirements for a particular course.
3. Have sat for the Malaysian University English Test (MUET).

Special Requirements based on Course

• Pass SPM/equivalent with distinctions in Additional Mathematics.
• Pass KPM Matriculation Certificate/UM Fundamental Science with minimum Grade B- in Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics/Biology and obtained a CGPA of at least 2.75.
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date must not be color blind or physically handicapped which makes him/her unable to conduct experimental/practical work.

2.   STPM Candidates

General University Requirements

• Pass SPM/equivalent with good results.
• Pass Malay language and Mathematics with distinction at SPM/equivalent level.
• Pass STPM/equivalent with at least:

1. Grade E in General Knowledge/General Paper.
2. Grade E in 2 of the required subjects.
3. Have sat for the Malaysian University English Test (MUET).

Special Requirements based on Course

• Pass SPM/equivalent with distinctions in Additional Mathematics.
• Pass with Grade B- in Additional Mathematics or Advanced Additional Mathematics, Chemistry and Physics/Biology.
• Candidate must not be color blind or physically handicapped which makes him/her unable to conduct experimental/practical work.

3.   Diploma Holder

General University Requirements

• Pass SPM/equivalent with good results.
• Pass Malay language and Mathematics with distinction at SPM/equivalent level.
• Have sat for the Malaysian University English Test (MUET).
• Have other qualifications with equal standard which is accredited by the Malaysian Ministry of Education abd approved by the University’s Senate.

Special Requirements based on Course

• Pass SPM/equivalent with distinctions in Additional Mathematics.
• Possesses an Engineering Diploma from UTM/equivalent with at least CPA 2.70 or possesses an Engineering Diploma from UTM/equivalent with at least CPA 2.50 plus have 2 years of experience in related field.
• Candidate must not be color blind or physically handicapped which makes him/her unable to conduct experimental/practical work.
• Candidate must submit a complete exmination results to UTM.

4.   International Students

General University Requirements

• At least three (3) grade C in STPM (Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia) or General Certificate of Education (GCE) ‘A’ Level or other equivalent pre-university examinations, AND
• The grades/qualification must be obtained in one examination sitting, AND
• The specific course requirements are fulfilled
• tudents are required to attend and pass in pre-university courses according to programme before enrolling for the undergraduate programme offered. Courses offered are subjected to the University’s discretion.

English Language

Students will not need to undertake the Intensive English Course if you meet the University English language requirement as stated below:

1. A score of not less than 550 in the Test of English as Foreign Language (TOFEL)
2. A minimum overall band score of 6.0 in the British Council IELTS
3. A minimum overallband score of 4 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET)