B.Eng (Hons) in Chemical Engineering (Petrochemical)


LevelBachelor's Degree
College or UniversityUCSI University
Degree Awarded ByUCSI
Duration4 Years
Tuition fee MYR 70010 (Foreign and local students)
Study mode Full-time
Intakes January, May, September

Entry Requirements

Entry Requirements

QualificationsAcademic RequirementsAdmission Level
SPM / 'O' Levels (Science stream)Min. 5 credits, including
  • Math, and
  • 2 sciences (Physics,
    Chemistry, Biology)
  • Direct into Foundation in Science (11 modules)
  • English requirements apply
STPM / 'A' Levels (Science stream)Min. 2 Principals;
  • Math, and
  • Physics or Chemistry*
  • Direct into Year 1
  • English requirements apply
UEC (Science stream)Min. 5 Credits, including
  • Math, and
  • Physics or Chemistry*
  • Direct into Year 1
  • English requirements apply
Min. 4 credits, including
  • Math, and
  • 2 Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
  • Direct into Foundation in Science (11 modules apply)
  • Direct into Diploma / 'A' Levels
  • English requirements apply
SAM / CPU (Science stream)SAM - Min. average of 65% in 5 subjects and a min of 65% in Math

CPU - Min. average of 60% in 6 subjects, and a min of 60% in Math
  • Direct into Year 1
  • English requirements apply
SAM - Average less than 65% and above 50%, with a min of 50% in Math

CPU - Average less than 60% and above 50%, with a min of 50% in Math
  • Direct into Foundation in Science (11 modules apply)
  • English requirements apply
Local Matriculation (Science based)Min. CGPA 2.5 (including Math)
  • Direct into Year 1
  • English requirements apply
International Baccalaureate (Science based)Min. 26/42 from 6 subjects
  • Direct into Year 1
  • English requirements apply
Diploma / Advance Diploma / Degree / equivalentMin. Pass
  • Subject to School discretion and exemption after reviewing transcript and syllabus
  • Maximum exemption of 30% of the programme total credits
  • English requirements apply
* Chemistry is required for Chemical Engineering, Physics is required for all other programs

 

Foreign Academic Requirements for International Students
QualificationsAcademic RequirementsAdmission Level
12 years Education (Science-based)Min average 65%, and a min of 65% in
  • Math, and
  • Physics or Chemistry*
  • Direct into Year 1
  • English requirements apply
Average less than 65% and above 50%, with passes in
  • Math, and
  • Physics or Chemistry
  • Direct into Foundation in Science (11 modules apply)
  • English requirements apply
Average less than 65% and
above 50%, with pass in Math
  • Direct into Diploma
  • English requirements apply
11 years Education (Science-based) for countries that implement only 11 yearsMin. average 60%, and a min of 60% in
  • Math, and
  • Physics or Chemistry
  • Direct into Foundation in Science (11 modules apply)
  • English requirements apply
Average less than 60% and above 50%, with pass in Math
  • Direct into Diploma
  • English requirements apply
* Chemistry is required for Chemical (Petrochemical) Engineering, and Petroleum Engineering; Physics is required for all other programs.
English Requirements

A distinction (A1 or A2) in SPM / UEC English, MUET Band 5, or a score of 213 (Computer based) / 550 (Written based) / 79 - 80 (Internet based) in TOEFL, or Band 5.5 in IELTS. If English Language requirements are not fulfilled, additional English module(s) must be tak en at UCSI.

 

Note / LegendDiscretion is given to Dean / Associate Dean to deal with other borderline Academic Requirements.

SPM Credit – B+ - C
UEC Credit – B3 - B6
‘O' Levels min. Credit – ‘C'
STPM min. Pass – ‘C' grade (GPA 2.00)
‘A' Levels min. Pass – ‘D' grade

Subjects

Foundation

  • Basic Concept of Mathematics

  • Algebra & Trigonometry

  • Introduction to Probability and Statistic

  • Introduction to Calculus

  • General Physics 1

  • General Chemistry

  • General Biology

  • Accounting Practice

  • Introduction to Business

  • Computing Essentials

  • Computing Studies

Year 1

  • Foundation of Chemistry I

  • Calculus and Analytical Geometry 2

  • Technical Communication

  • Mechanics and Strength of Materials

  • Foundation of Chemistry II

  • Mathematical Methods for Engineers I

  • Physics for Engineers & Scientists

  • Engineering Fundamentals

Year 2

  • Mathematical Methods for Engineers II

  • Engineering Graphics & Design

  • Electrical Principles

  • Fluid Mechanics

  • Thermodynamics

  • Industrial Chemistry

  • Numerical & Computing Methods

  • Mass Transfer

  • Introduction to Material and Energy Balances

  • Co-Operative Placement II

Year 3

  • Plant and Safety Engineering

  • Chemical Process Simulation & Design

  • Process Dynamics and Controls

  • History of Petroleum Industry

  • Heat Transfer

  • Surface Chemistry and Catalysis

  • Polymer Technology

  • Separation Process Fundamentals

  • Transport Phenomena

  • Environmental Engineering & Abatement Processes

Year 4 Chemical Option

  • Process Equipment Design

  • Particle Technology

  • Process Instrumentation & Instrumental Analysis

  • Engineering Management & Economics

  • Final Year Project A

  • Fuels and Combustion

  • Petroleum Refining Engineering

  • Corrosion

  • Reaction Engineering and Design

  • Final Year Project B

  • Co-Operative Placement IV

  • Petrochemical Option

  • Petroleum Refining Engineering

  • Geosciences

  • Process Instrumentation and Instrumental Analysis

  • Fuels and Combustion

  • Engineering Management & Economics

  • Final Year Project A

  • Petrochemical Industries

  • Natural Gas Technology

  • Petroleum and Natural Gas Reservoir Engineering

  • Final Year Project B

  • Co-Operative Placement IV 

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