The top three qualities present in graduates of the best engineering universities in Malaysia
10 May 2022
Employers are constantly looking for the best minds to fill their ranks – individuals who can hit the ground running and be a valuable member who can contribute to the team. As such, an accomplished engineering graduate must display key skills and qualities that will enable them to tackle complex technical challenges. This starts with quality education.
Theory proficiency
Among the attributes of a good graduate is a deep understanding of engineering concepts and techniques. This is crucial as it equates to proficiency in the real world. Being well trained in theory will enable you to identify potential problems early on and have timely solutions to daily engineering problems.
Monash University’s engineering curriculum is specifically designed to foster critical thinking, problem-solving, analytical capabilities, curiousity, and imagination. Monash’s Bachelor of Engineering curriculum at the Malaysian campus is identical to our campus in Australia. This ensures that you will receive the finest education Monash has to offer.
The course has an in-depth and extensive structure that branches out into four essential aspects, encompassing the fundamental skills, design techniques, knowledge and application, and professional practice in engineering.
You will be given a strong engineering foundation in the first year of your bachelor’s degree to pave the way for your engineering major of choice in the second year. You can then choose to further complete an Honours program. Monash’s in-demand engineering majors include:
- Civil engineering.
- Chemical engineering.
- Electrical and computer systems engineering.
- Mechanical engineering.
- Robotics and mechatronics engineering.
- Software engineering.
Monash also provides you with an early opportunity to experience a bona fide research environment under a research group and supervisor through our Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program.
Practical skills
Besides theoretical know-how, having hands-on experience, soft skills and practical skills are equally important. Graduates of top-grade engineering universities are well-versed in the practical aspect of the field. Possessing these skills early on in a career instils confidence, contributing to a competitive advantage among peers.
You will have the opportunity to strengthen essential soft and practical skills through 12 weeks of industrial training.
We also encourage our students to partake in the university’s enhanced learning programs such as the Students Leaders Network . The one-year program will help you gradually develop leadership and employability skills for your career as a professional engineer.
The School of Engineering aims to push students beyond their comfort zones to strive for greater things by participating in future-shaping CPD-relevant workshops, seminars, internships and work placements, leadership programs, and design competitions.
Real-world input
Monash University is recognised as one of the top universities for producing career-ready graduates, ranking 54 in the world by QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2022. The university has established an Industry Advisory Panel for each engineering discipline, which not only advises on education and research activities but current industry trends, and employable skills and attributes.
We also collaborate with some of Malaysia’s leading industry partners such as Petronas, Intel and Gamuda on several final-year and research projects. Along the way, you will be exposed to industrial talks, career presentations and networking opportunities that provide valuable insight into possible future careers.
Each final-year project is specifically designed for you to explore the topics learnt in class and apply them to solve real-world challenges. This allows you to demonstrate that you are prepared to perform your duties as a qualified professional engineer after you graduate.
Ranked 39 in the world in Engineering and Technology by QS World University Rankings by Subject 2022, Monash has established its reputation as one of the best engineering universities in Malaysia.
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