Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (Honours)
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Set the future in motion with a globally recognised mechanical engineering program.
The Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (Honours) is a four-year honours bachelor’s degree that equips students with engineering fundamentals, engineering sciences, and professional engineering practice required to solve complex mechanical engineering problems in modern engineering environments.
Mechanical engineering focuses on the efficient use of energy in the design and function of all types of mechanisms, from the simplest to the most complex. It builds on engineering principles of physics, chemistry, materials, mathematics and biology to achieve engineering goals.
As a mechanical engineer, you might design automatic control systems or take charge of the operation of a smart building. You could manage the water supply for a whole state and design wind turbines or highly efficient, low-cost products for the developing world.
In the diverse and challenging field of mechanical engineering, your role as a mechanical engineer could take you into various industries. You might be called on to work with the medical profession to create robots that can operate with greater precision than a human, or be at the cutting edge of advanced manufacturing using 3D printers to create aircraft parts with elegance and function.
Growth industries include advanced manufacturing, smart buildings, renewable energy, medical engineering, and consulting practice, where mechanical engineers play pivotal roles.
What Is Mechanical Engineering?
Mechanical engineering is a broad discipline concerned with the design, development, and optimisation of mechanical systems and complex mechanical engineering activities. Students learn to apply first principles, analytical methods, and appropriate techniques to address real-world engineering challenges.
As a mechanical engineering graduate, you may work on:
- Automatic control and smart building systems
- Renewable energy technologies and net- zero carbon initiatives
- Advanced manufacturing and Industry 4.0 applications
- Biomedical engineering and medical device design
- Fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and thermodynamic systems
- Growth industries include advanced manufacturing, sustainable development, smart infrastructure, renewable energy, medical engineering, and consulting practice.
Duration
4 years
Intakes
February, July and October
Fees
In 2026, the annual tuition fees for the Bachelor's of Mechanical Engineering (Honours) course are:
- RM54,720 for Malaysian students
- RM64,800 for international students.
General fees
- Application (once only) - RM100
- Registration (once only) - RM200
- General amenities (per semester) - RM100
- International student pass application - Click here.
Credit transfer
Applications for credit can include credit transfer for previous study or recognition of prior learning.
Common First Year – Engineering Fundamentals
In the Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (Honours) program, the common first year lays a foundation in the basic sciences of mathematics, physics, and chemistry, and introduces the disciplines available to you for further studies. You'll learn to apply your developing math and science knowledge to real-life engineering problems and begin to understand the interaction between engineering and society.
Level Two – Mechanical Engineering Program Focus
From Level Two, you will specialise in mechanical engineering, building research-based knowledge in engineering sciences, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and engineering design. Emphasis is placed on solving complex engineering problems using analytical and computational tools.
Level Three – Professional Engineering Practice
At level three, your studies are extended to a professional level, and you're encouraged to learn independently by using the wide range of learning resources available to you.
Level Four – Final Year Project and Specialisation
At level four, you'll undertake an independent full-year project in an area of personal interest. The results of this project are presented and examined in the thesis. In addition, you'll complete core units including professional engineering practice, an integrated design project unit, plus four engineering units offering a scope for specialisation.
More information
The Monash University Handbook has detailed information about the course structure and requirements.
Click here for more details on the mechanical engineering specialisation.
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Quality education
Monash University is ranked #70 in the world for mechanical engineering (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026) and rated Tier 5 (Excellent) in D-Setara Engineering by the Ministry of Education Malaysia.
Professional recognition
The Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (Honours) degree is accredited by Engineers Australia and the Engineering Accreditation Council Malaysia. It is also recognised by the Washington Accord, which means that our mechanical engineering graduates can work in any other signatory country without the need to requalify.
The common first year
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) has a common first year, allowing you to experience a range of disciplines before deciding on a specialisation. You'll develop your foundational skills for engineering before deciding which of the six specialisations to pursue in your second year.
Participate in design competitions
Engineering competitions are great opportunities to hone your skills, gain real-world exposure, and may well be a stepping stone to greater things. Our students have participated in numerous challenges, most notably Shell Eco-marathon Asia, Thailand SAE Auto Challenge-Student Formula, and Warman Design and Build Competition in Sydney, Australia.
An industry-focused course
Choose from locally developed elective units that are aligned with current industry needs, such as reliability engineering, non-destructive testing, engineering acoustics, biomedical engineering, healthcare systems, clean energy materials, and more. You'll also be better prepared for the workplace with industry-based final-year projects.
Take it to the next level
Challenge yourself with master's-level elective units in the area of applied mechanical engineering courses, including energy and sustainability.
Gain work experience
Work experience amplifies your learning and hones your hands-on skills. As part of your course, you'll complete a 12-week work placement after your third year. Our students have interned with companies such as ExxonMobil, Shell, Gamuda, IBM, and more.
Kick-start your professional development
The Student Leaders Network program allows you to engage with industry professionals through workshops, industry site visits, networking evenings, and a leadership summit over the course of a year. You'll develop critical leadership, teamwork, and communication skills.
Join an engineering student club
Our student-run clubs let you learn new skills and engage with industry to broaden your networks. You’ll get hands-on with real-world projects and competitions as you work in multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative products or drive positive change.
Try your hand at research
Apply for the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program to experience a genuine research environment. You’ll learn from leading researchers and acquire knowledge and skills to prepare you for your final year project and higher degree studies.
Volunteer with Engineers Without Borders
The Monash University Malaysia student chapter is involved in a wide range of projects benefiting local communities. Our engineering students have helped to install a micro hydro generator for a school in Budok Aru, constructed a workshop for a shelter home, renovated refugee schools, and more.
Graduates of the Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (Honours) pursue careers in:
- mechanical and electrical consultancy
- research and development
- automotive industry
- sustainable technologies
- design and manufacturing
- biomedical engineering
- project management
- renewable energy and power plant operations.
As a mechanical engineer, you will have the opportunity to work across manufacturing, automotive, oil and gas, and energy sectors, both locally and internationally.
To enter Monash University, students must satisfy particular academic, English language and age requirements.
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