Quick Summary
Based in Kajang, Malaysia, Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN) is a private with roots dating back to 1976. Ranked #641-650 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 8500 students including 12% from outside Malaysia. Known for strengths in Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Power Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 75%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
UNITEN is a premier power-engineering university backed by Tenaga Nasional Berhad, offering unparalleled industry exposure and high graduate employability.
Subject Strengths
Electrical & Electronic EngineeringMechanical EngineeringPower EngineeringComputer Science & Information Systems
Founded1976
TypePrivate
Total Students8500
Intl Students12%
Faculty Ratio15
CampusSuburban
Campus Size214 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationMalaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA), Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM), Washington Accord, Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#641-650
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#601-800
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Foundation, Diploma, Bachelor, Master, PhD
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Institute of Power Engineering (IPE), Institute of Sustainable Energy (ISE), Institute of Energy Infrastructure (IEI), Institute of Informatics and Computing in Energy (IICE)
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA), Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM), Washington Accord, Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate75%
IELTS5
TOEFL500
Min GPA2.5
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · August 31
SPRINGApplication Deadline · January 31
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Apply early for TNB scholarships; ensure strong grades in Mathematics and Physics for engineering tracks. International students should prepare Visa documents 3 months in advance.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Malaysian Ringgit
UG Tuition
RM24,500/yr
per year · MYR
Living Cost
RM15,500/yr
per year · MYR
PG Tuition
RM21,000/yr
per year · MYR
Application Fee
$100
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
RM40,450/yr
tuition + living + essentials · MYR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$2,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Foundation, Diploma, Bachelor, Master, PhD programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Computer Science | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Business Administration | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Energy Management | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$13,500
Average Salary After Graduation
96%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementExcellent
Industry Connections
Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB)Mitsubishi ElectricABBPetronasShellIntel
Notable Alumni
Datuk Seri Ir. Azman Nasir, Ir. Dr. Siti Hawa Busu
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic-sized swimming pool, mini stadium, indoor arena, tennis courts, gymnasium
Student Clubs
IEEE Student Branch, Robotics Club, Toastmasters UNITEN, Oratory Club
Library Resources
Tan Sri Dr. Abdullah Sanusi Digital Library with extensive engineering and energy databases
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available