USM Undergraduate Programs and Fees

USM Main Campus, Penang

School of Aerospace Engineering

The highly competitive four-year undergraduate aerospace program at USM is accredited by the Board Engineers of Malaysia (BEM), a signatory of the Washington Accord. We employ active teaching and learning methodologies to a wide range of courses, including aerodynamics, aircraft structures, flight stability and control, and aircraft and spacecraft design, using Outcome-Based Education (OBE) extensively. In contrast, our Master’s and Doctoral programs emphasize research findings that have a significant influence on aeronautical knowledge or that solve specific issues within the local industry or community. Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) algorithm and technology improvements, nano-satellite technology and design, Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) for aerospace production, and ‘green’ propulsion are among the most popular study subjects.

School of Civil Engineering

The school was established in 1989 as one of the first engineering schools in Peninsular Malaysia’s northern area. Courses commenced in July 1989 at the former Tronoh Engineering Campus in Perak. With its humble beginnings with only 11 undergraduate students for its first intake, the institution has currently stabilized at roughly ninety new undergraduate students every year. The institution presently has postgraduate students from more than 10 different nations.

School of Computer Science

After twenty years as the Division of Computer Science, an independent and autonomous institution within the School of Mathematical and Computer Sciences, the School of Computer Sciences was officially founded on March 1, 1995.

Over the years, the school has participated in several discoveries, advancements, and accomplishments in computer science related to academic programs, research and development, consulting, and community service, among others. The school is presently in a leading position in terms of research and development activities and is reorganizing their research activities/groups into three clusters to assist our research activities in order to address new research and development challenges. These three clusters (Enabling Technologies & Infrastructure, Data to Knowledge, and Service Computing) represent their interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary research integrated approach.

School of Chemical Science

The School of Chemical Sciences at University Science Malaysia is one of the major chemistry programs in Malaysia, both in terms of instruction and research. The School resides in a four-story facility that contains research and educational facilities. To accommodate the development of the Analytical and Industrial Chemistry Programs, an extension was subsequently erected to the School building. Since its founding in June 1969, the School has seen enormous growth. It presently has a group of academic and technical personnel who are prepared to serve different chemistry programs created in accordance with national and industrial requirements.

School of Mathematical Science

On May 29, 1974, the School of Mathematical Sciences was formed. The School, like the other Science Schools, provides Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Applied Science degrees. Moreover, the School participates in the Bachelor of Science with Education and Bachelor of Education degrees.

School of Physics

When the University was founded in 1969, the School of Physics was formed. The primary goal is to develop competent, informed, creative, and inventive Physics graduates to support the country’s rapid growth and prosperity. To that end, the School of Physics offers a variety of relevant programs as well as several cutting-edge facilities and know-how for the study of physics and associated subjects. Apart from lectures, the School of Physics hosts frequent scientific seminars with guest lecturers (both locally and internationally), their own employees, and research students. Outside the campus, they have an astronomical observatory in Pantai Acheh, Pulau Pinang, which is used for practical astronomy research. After completing their undergraduate studies, individuals can pursue advanced degrees at the School of Physics.

School of Housing, Building and Planning (HBP)

The School of Housing, Building, and Planning (HBP) at University Science Malaysia was founded in 1972, making it one of the nation’s oldest built environment schools. Architecture, interior architecture, building surveying, building engineering technology, construction management, urban and regional planning, and quantity surveying are some of the subjects covered by HBP’s seven undergraduate courses in the built environment, which span over half a century. The academic programs at HBP are accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) and local and international professional bodies of the various disciplines, including the Malaysian Institute of Architects, Boards of Architects Malaysia, Royal Institution of Surveyors Malaysia, Board of Quantity Surveyors Malaysia, Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, Pacific Association of Quantity Surveyors, Board of Engineers Malaysia, Malaysian Institute of Planners, and Board of Engineers Malaysia (CABE).

School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering

The mission of the School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering is to develop individuals with the essential knowledge, abilities, and character for the progress of engineering and technology via the provision of excellent education and sustained research.

In accordance with the USM’s vision, mission, and SEEE’s mission, the B.Eng. (Electronic Engineering), B.Eng. (Electrical Engineering), and B.Eng. (Mechatronic Engineering) programs are designed to produce Electronic, Electrical, and Mechatronic engineers, respectively, with the appropriate professional qualifications, skill, and knowledge, and who are credible and capable of finding innovative solutions to various engineering problems.

School of Materials and Mineral Resources Engineering

The School of Materials and Mineral Resources Engineering was founded in 1984 as part of the School of Industrial Technology and Engineering Sciences at USM Penang. Given the growth of technology and the country’s market demand for experienced engineers, USM took the initiative to meet the demand by establishing its own engineering school apart from other disciplines of applied sciences.

School of Mechanical Engineering

In 1989, the School of Mechanical Engineering was established. In less than 30 years, the School of Mechanical Engineering has become one of the premier engineering schools in Malaysia and one of the best in the world for its academic programs and research activities. This quick advancement is evidence of their dedication to education and research that are contemporary and relevant to the issues faced by society and business.

Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering and Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Manufacturing Engineering with Management are the two fully recognized undergraduate programs offered by the School of Mechanical Engineering. Admission is accessible to both domestic and foreign pre-university students. They also offer Master’s and Doctoral (PhD) degrees, both of which are research-based. They are proud of our more than 3000 graduates who are currently making major contributions to the country and establishing themselves as leaders in their various disciplines, whether in the commercial or public sector, in local or international organizations.

School of Industrial Technology

This institution offers four intriguing degrees that focus on food, environmental, bioresource, and bioprocess science and technology. The academic syllabus’s robust and relevant approach, as well as the high intensity of research effort, distinguish the institution. It is hoped that by reading our website, you will get more acquainted with us as a result of the academic programs and research fields of our researchers and academic personnel.

School of Arts

As one of the pioneers in Malaysia’s creative community, the School of The Arts is one of the most lively schools at USM, with year-round concerts and performances, art exhibits, and student-organized activities. As part of the university’s goal, the School of The Arts is committed to reshaping higher education for a sustainable future via the arts.

School of Communication

The School of Communication has consistently produced and delivered media and communication education that reflects industry demands. Digitalization is critical to this evolution. Their Bachelor of Communication curriculum has been redesigned to include digital communication as a new area of focus.

School of Educational Studies

Nowadays, the USM Faculty of Educational Studies offers four major undergraduate programs, master’s programs in a variety of fields of study, doctorate degrees in education, and research ph.d. programs in a variety of disciplines. Their excellent team of 62 lecturers and 25 support staff members presently serve 1411 undergraduate students and 807 postgraduate students from over 24 countries across the world. They have an open-door policy, are responsive, and are dedicated to serving and celebrating academic success through the 4as – adopt, adapt, modify, and add for the improvement of our institution.

School of Humanities

The School of Humanities, beginning with the name of the School of Culture and Humanities. The PPIK was one of the earliest Center for Literature Studies established in USM in 1970. Together with the School of Comparative Social Sciences and the Center for Educational Services, PPIK is oriented by liberal literature and created to provide the area and balance of the study plan at USM. The programs offered in these centers have proven that academic plans at USM are not focused solely on science and technology that ignore other aspects of human life. The philosophy behind the emergence of literary studies such as PPIK is to equip students with a basic but deep understanding of the main characteristics of society, culture and thinking especially in Southeast Asia and how external elements also influence or affect the country’s cultural roots.

School of Social Science

The School of Social Sciences at Universiti Sains Malaysia was instrumental in creating and growing the social sciences field in Malaysia. It is one of the oldest schools in Universiti Sains Malaysia, as well as one of the country’s first social sciences schools. It was founded in 1970 with the primary goal of advancing knowledge in order to comprehend and assist desirable social transformations in Malaysian society at the time. Today, they are devoted to providing high-quality instruction as well as research and scholarship that will help improve the country.

School of Management

At SOM, they are not just concerned with your academic success, but also with your general well-being. You will quickly realize that the school provides a variety of activities to assist you sail through your academic life in a joyful, educational, and entertaining manner. The sensitive and supportive attitude mirrors their approach to interacting with their pupils and the school community.

School of Languages, Literacies and Translation

The School of Languages, Literacies, and Translation began as a Language Unit under the School of Education in 1972. The Language Unit provided language learning opportunities for the university community. The major language courses provided were Bahasa Malaysia and English, with Thai, Korean, Vietnamese, and Tagalog available as foreign language courses. Since then, Bahasa Malaysia has been a required requirement for all undergraduate students, with foreign languages designated as electives.

School of Biological Sciences

The School of Biological Sciences confers the Bachelor of Science (Hons.) and Bachelor of Applied Science degrees (Hons.). These degrees provide comprehensive instruction that ranges from basic biological sciences to more practical components (Please refer to the undergraduate programs of the School for more information on the biology thrust areas offer in pure science and applied science degrees).

School of Medical Science

The Faculty of Medical Sciences at University Science Malaysia was established in June 1979. Originally, pre-clinical research was done on the Penang campus, while clinical research was conducted on the Kelantan campus. The campus in Kubang Kerian, Kelantan, was fully operational in June 1990. The School of Medical Sciences and the USM Teaching Hospital were both established in October 1983 on the site at Kubang Kerian, Kelantan. This level combines academic endeavors, community service, and study center research.

School of Dental Science

The university Board of Directors authorized the school’s formation in October 1998. On November 1, 1998, Assoc Prof Dr Ab. Rani Samsudin was named as the first Dean. The new school is located at Kubang Kerian at the USM Kelantan Branch (currently known as Health Campus).

School of Health Science

The Health Sciences School was founded on November 1, 1999. They are dedicated to generating graduates who are capable of pursuing their own goals and directions while also contributing to the industrialization and civilization of the country. To achieve this goal, the school provides various and comprehensive inter-disciplinary wellness-based programs for the advancement of education, science, and human capital. They presently offer 10 bachelor’s degree programs, one certificate program, and graduate degrees in a variety of health sciences subjects.

School of Pharmaceutical Sciences

The School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University Science Malaysia was founded in 1972 and is the first pharmacy school in Malaysia. The School provides coursework-based Bachelor of Pharmacy and Master of Pharmacy in Clinical Pharmacy degrees, as well as research-based Master of Science and Doctoral degrees. A four-year curriculum is required to get the Bachelor of Pharmacy with Honors degree.