Study chemical engineering in Malaysia: Heriot-Watt's MEng in Putrajaya
A four-year integrated master's degree in chemical engineering at Heriot-Watt University Malaysia. We set out the yearly fee in rupees, the Class XII marks Heriot-Watt publishes for Indian students, the MQR record, the two intakes and the first-year courses. We work with 34 partner universities, and our Calicut team guides students into Malaysia every intake.
The degree at a glance
Malaysia chemical engineering at Heriot-Watt: what this degree is
The MEng Chemical Engineering is a full-time, on-campus degree at Heriot-Watt University Malaysia, whose lakeside campus is in Putrajaya. The university lists the programme code as KPT/JPS (R2/0711/6/0026) (MQA/FA5107) 11/33.
Heriot-Watt says the programme builds the chemical and physical principles behind chemical engineering and the skill to apply them to practical problems, plus communication, teamwork and career management. It says all students are enrolled on the MEng by default at entry, for eligibility for the PTPTN loan and for recognition by the Board of Engineers Malaysia.
Our MQR check. The Malaysian Qualifications Register lists MQA/FA5107 for Heriot-Watt University Malaysia as Master of Engineering in Chemical Engineering (previously MEng Chemical Engineering with Oil and Gas Technology), 140 credits, valid 01/01/2018 to 31/12/2029.
What you actually study
The Malaysia chemical engineering modules, as published
Heriot-Watt publishes first-year courses for each intake. Its page does not show the year 2 to 4 lists in the text we could read, so we ask for them when you apply.
Year 1, September intake: September
- Chemical Thermodynamics and Introductory Chemical Kinetics for Chemical Engineers
- Fluid Mechanics
- Industrial Chemical Processes
- Mathematics for Engineers and Scientists 3
Year 1, September intake: January
- Thermodynamics
- Heat Transfer
- Process Design A
- Mathematical Modelling for Chemical Engineers
How teaching works
- Lectures, tutorial classes and mentor sessions
- Workshop and laboratory activities
- Group and individual projects
How you are assessed
- Examination and coursework
- Presentations
- Group project and individual project
Source: Heriot-Watt University Malaysia programme page. The January intake has its own first-year plan on the same page. Heriot-Watt sets the balance of assessment to suit each teaching method.
Published fees, converted
Malaysia fees for this Heriot-Watt degree, in ringgit and rupees
Heriot-Watt University Malaysia publishes an annual tuition fee for each student type for 2026/2027. The same figures appear on its programme page and its fees page.
International students, per year (2026/2027)
≈ Rs13.96 lakh
Heriot-Watt University Malaysia publishes this as the annual tuition fee for international students on MEng (Hons) Chemical Engineering, on the programme page and on its tuition fees page.Local students, per year (comparison)
≈ Rs10.87 lakh
Shown for comparison, as published by Heriot-Watt University Malaysia.Admission from India
Malaysia entry route: Heriot-Watt's published Class XII marks for chemical engineering
Heriot-Watt University Malaysia publishes a line for Indian CBSE and CISCE Class XII on this programme page. It also says individual offers may vary and that a completed application is the best way to assess eligibility.
India Class XII
Source: Heriot-Watt University Malaysia programme page, entry requirements for Year 1. The page words it as 75% including 75% in Mathematics and Chemistry.
Other published routes
Heriot-Watt also lists its own Foundation in Science, UEC, WACE/SACE and other routes. Entry requirements on the website may not always apply.
What this means for Class 12. The subject base is Mathematics and Chemistry. If your marks in both are at or above 75% with 75% overall, you sit on the published line. We check your marks against the current page and send the application so Heriot-Watt can assess it in full.
English evidence
Malaysia English requirement for Heriot-Watt first-year entry
A Heriot-Watt University Malaysia English requirements document dated 31 July 2024 lists IELTS Academic 5.5 for first-year undergraduate entry (UG1), with 6.0 for later entry points. It is an internal approval document rather than a course page, so we confirm the current score and accepted tests with Heriot-Watt before you book a test.
Source: Heriot-Watt University Malaysia, English language requirements for Malaysia (document dated 31 July 2024), checked 10 November 2026.When you can start
Malaysia intakes for this degree: September and January
Heriot-Watt lists September and January as start dates and publishes a first-year plan for each. A student finishing Class 12 in the spring can usually aim for September, depending on results, English evidence and student pass timing.
Heriot-Watt says its Go Global programme lets students transfer to its campuses in Dubai or the United Kingdom, or to a partner university, and continue the degree.
After the degree
Malaysia careers after Heriot-Watt chemical engineering
Heriot-Watt says graduates are employed in many sectors, from fine chemicals and food products to utility suppliers, polymers and the oil industry, and in research and development, design, commissioning and management.
Tell us your Class 12 marks and we will compare this degree with other Malaysia chemical engineering options on our list, including cost and fit.
Questions families ask us
Malaysia chemical engineering at Heriot-Watt: FAQ
Is this a bachelor degree?
Heriot-Watt names the award MEng, a four-year integrated master's degree, and enrols all students on it by default. The MQR lists it as Master of Engineering in Chemical Engineering.
Is RM59,529.60 for the whole degree?
No. Heriot-Watt publishes it as the annual tuition fee. A four-year total is our arithmetic and can change if the fee changes.
Does Heriot-Watt publish an Indian mark?
Yes. The programme page lists 75% including 75% in Mathematics and Chemistry for India Senior School Certificate or Class XII.
Can I study part of the degree in Dubai or the UK?
Heriot-Watt lists inter-campus transfer to Dubai and the United Kingdom. We ask what conditions and costs apply for your intake.
Evidence
Sources for this Malaysia course page
- Heriot-Watt University Malaysia: MEng Chemical Engineering - code, duration, intakes, first-year courses, fees, entry requirements, employment, Go Global. Checked 10 November 2026.
- Heriot-Watt University Malaysia tuition fees 2026/2027 - annual undergraduate fees. English language requirements, Malaysia (31 July 2024).
- Malaysian Qualifications Register, Heriot-Watt University Malaysia listing - MQA/FA5107. Photograph: Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0). RM to rupee at RM1 = Rs23.4525 (29 October 2026, za.investing.com).
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