Universities in Malaysia with Doctoral Degree (PhD) courses in Engineering

Founded in 1986 and achieving full university status in 2008, UCSI University has grown into a leading private university, offering industry-driven programs and preparing students for the modern world. UCSI University is recognized globally for its strong academic performance in various subjects. In the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024, UCSI ranks among the top 151-200 universities worldwide for Business and Management Studies The university offers a wide range of accredited...

Facts about Asia Pacific University ranking (in the latest QS World University rankings):  Employer’s Choice Award 2024 “Best Tech University” & “Best Future Ready University” Awards by PC.com 2024 100% Employability – Latest Graduate Tracer Study by the Ministry of Higher Education First and Only Malaysian University to achieve QAA UK Accreditation - 2024 Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) PDTI Outstanding Faculty - 2024 Malaysia’s Premier Digital Tech University awarded by MDEC...

SEGi University and Colleges (SEGi) stands as the largest group of higher education institutions in Malaysia, boasting a vibrant community of over 16,000 students hailing from approximately 85 countries worldwide. With an impressive 40% of its student body being international students and a dedicated 9.1% of foreign faculty staff, SEGi offers a richly diverse and inclusive environment for academic growth and cultural exchange.  This university has 4 campuses ( UEP Subang Jaya , Kuala...

Sunway University is a top private, not-for-profit institution, ranked among the top 2% of universities in Asia and rated 5-stars by QS. It has also earned a 5-Star rating in the SETARA 2017 assessment and holds Premier Digital Technology University status, awarded by the Malaysian Digital Economy Corporation. Recognized as one of the top private universities in Malaysia, it is also acknowledged by Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2025 as Malaysia’s top private...

Management and Science University (MSU) has made a significant impact in higher education, both locally and internationally. Recognized in the University Ranking Malaysia, MSU is celebrated for offering some of the best programs in Malaysia. Their commitment to quality education has earned the Tier 5 Excellence rating twice from the Ministry of Higher Education of Malaysia. Management & Science University (MSU) is recognized for its outstanding rankings, positioning it as one of the premier...

Multimedia University (MMU), established in 1994 by Telekom Malaysia, is Malaysia's first private university and a premier research institution with campuses in Cyberjaya and Melaka. Originally founded as the Institute of Telecommunication and Information Technology. MMU stands as a key player in shaping Malaysia’s digital future, especially in fields such as information technology, telecommunications, and digital media. As a university at the heart of the MSC, MMU also serves as a catalyst...

Universiti Selangor (UNISEL) is one of the best state-owned universities in Malaysia, offering high-quality education and a wide range of programs from foundation to PhD levels. Established in 1999, UNISEL was also the first educational institution in Malaysia to obtain the ISO 91001:2018 EOMS (Education Organizational Management System) certification.  With campuses in Bestari Jaya and Shah Alam, UNISEL offers diverse programs in business, computing, engineering, health sciences, arts,...

Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL) is a leading private university in Malaysia, specializing in engineering and technology. Ranked between #1201-1400 in the QS World University Rankings 2025, UniKL offers high-quality education aimed at developing technologically skilled graduates with strong entrepreneurial capabilities. Established in 2002, it is fully owned by MARA (Majlis Amanah Rakyat), and focuses on providing industry-focused education through its 14 specialized branch institutes located...

Monash University Malaysia, located in the Sunway City, is a leading private university in Malaysia and the first foreign university campus in the country. Established in 1998, it is part of Australia's prestigious Group of Eight (Go8) universities and the third-largest campus of Monash University. With over 9,400 students from 78 countries, it offers a globally recognized education in a culturally rich and international environment. Monash University Malaysia offers a diverse selection of...

Lincoln University College (LUC), located in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, was originally established in 2002 as Lincoln College (LC). In 2011, it achieved university status and was rebranded as Lincoln University College. Lincoln University College is one of the premier private institutions of higher education approved by the Ministry of Higher Education and Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA- National Accreditation Board). Recognized by the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education and...

Established in 1984, City University Malaysia is one of prominent low-cost private universities in Malaysia. It is known for its commitment to providing quality and afforadable education. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various fields, including business, engineering, technology, health sciences, and social sciences.  The university operates two campuses, with the Business faculty and all postgraduate studies located in PJ, while all other...

Since its inception in 1969, Taylor’s has continuously provided excellent services for its students in terms of diverse study options, relevant curriculum and teaching methods, ongoing partnerships with leading universities worldwide, strong industry linkages, up-to- date facilities and well-equipped campuses. Taylor’s University offers a myriad of courses in tertiary education, from foundation and diploma, to degree, post-graduate and professional programmes. Students can choose to enrol in...

Infrastructure University Kuala Lumpur (IUKL) is the first infrastructure university in Malaysia, focusing on integrating both hard and soft aspects of infrastructure. IUKL is one of the top-ranked universities in Malaysia. For over 20 years, Infrastructure University Kuala Lumpur (IUKL) has been educating scholars in fields such as Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Business, Accounting, Information Technology, Corporate Communications, English Language...

INTI International University is a leading private institution in Malaysia, recognized as the #1 university in Asia for inbound exchange students (QS 2024). INTI University was founded in 1986 as a college and later upgraded to University College status in 2006 and later acquired full university status in 2008. With over 35 years of experience, INTI is committed to delivering quality education and a transformative learning experience for international students.  Ranked #516 in the 2025 QS...

Founded in 1994 by Telekom Malaysia, Multimedia University (MMU) is Malaysia's first private university and a premier research institution located in Cyberjaya and Melaka. Initially established as the Institute of Telecommunication and Information Technology, it was renamed Universiti Telekom in 1996 before becoming Multimedia University in 1999. MMU has a strong commitment to equipping graduates for the digital future, particularly in the fields of information technology and...

Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN) is a prominent private university in Malaysia, located just 25 miles south of Kuala Lumpur. Established in 1976 and originally known as Institut Latihan Sultan Ahmad Shah (ILSAS), UNITEN became a full-fledged university in 1997, offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN) has over 38,000 students from more than 30 countries and is ranked between #641-650 in the QS World University Rankings 2025. The...

Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) was officially launched on 13 August 2002 as a not-for-profit private university providing affordable quality education. It is established under the UTAR Education Foundation and registered under the Malaysian Private Higher Educational Institutions Act 1996. Guided by its vision to be a global university of educational excellence, UTAR is highly reputed as one of the top private universities in Malaysia with phenomenal growth in all aspects of its...

Establised in 2001, AIMST University is one of the top private universities in Malaysia. Most of AIMST University’s degree programs are based on curricula from the University of Bristol in the U.K., ensuring high-quality, internationally-aligned education. Each program includes essential skills like computer training, writing, and research to help students prepare for their careers and confidently use technology across their studies.  AIMST University offers a wide range of undergraduate and...

With its strong presence reaching to 3 continents of the world, Limkokwing University established itself as an international University that accommodates quality learning experience to more than 30,000 students. These students come from all walk of life from over 150 countries in one of its 12 campuses in countries such as United Kingdom, Swaziland, Malaysia, Indonesia, Cambodia, China, and many more. This institution is widely renowned for its established approach to delivering education by...

IIUM is a unique university in Malaysia or on a broader plane of the world because of its inception English is used both as its medium of instruction and the language of its administration. Moreover, it also blends harmoniously modern and professional disciplines with traditional values and moral virtues. IIUM students are originated from more than 100 nations representing nearly all regions globally.  IIUM scours the entire world to recruit accomplished scholars for its academic faculties...

Curtin University, Malaysia (Curtin Malaysia) is the first offshore campus and largest international campus of Curtin University, Western Australia (Curtin Perth), an Australian university ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide in the highly regarded Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) 2017. It is also the first foreign university campus to be established in East Malaysia in 1999. Like its Australian parent, Curtin Malaysia has a very global focus with over 5,000 students...

International University of Malaya-Wales (IUMW) is a private university located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. IUMW was established based on a mutual partnership between the University of Malaya (UM) & the University of Wales, UK. Leveraging on both universities' outstanding achievement, together with its own band of academicians, IUMW offers an array of undergraduate and postgraduate courses to both local and international students. The first university in the country to offer the Dual Award...

At the School of Graduate Studies (SGS), it plays a key role at being a service and administrative centre to provide assistance to postgraduate students when registration at UPM and other processes involved after the completion of their studies. Since its establishment in 1978, it was given a bigger role as a service centre that possesses a status equal to that of a faculty at the University. From here, it holds the role of coordinating all postgraduate programmes, activities, and events at...

Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) was established in 1969 as the second university in the country. It offers a wide range of courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels to 30,000 students: 17 Academic schools on the main campus (island of Penang), mainly known as USM Penang 6 schools at Engineering campus (Nibong Tebal) 3 schools at Health campus (Kubang Kerian) It offers excellent opportunities for research, innovation and education to both local and foreign undergraduates and...

University of Malaya (UM) was established on 8 October 1949 because of the unification of King Edward VII College of Medicine and Raffles College. UM is the oldest university and one of the most well-known university in Malaysia. The Institute of Graduate Studies or better known as IGS is the postgraduate centre for UM. IGS was established in 1979 as they want to encourage various disciplines of research and graduates training to meet the demands of quality in the industry. Over the years,...

Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) was established in 1969 as the second university in the country. USM offers excellent opportunities for research, innovation and education to both local and foreign undergraduates and postgraduates. Its main thrust in the development of higher education are in the fields of natural sciences, applied sciences, medical and health sciences, pharmaceutical sciences, building sciences & technology, engineering, social sciences, humanities and education. The...