To further enhance the post graduate programmes, Masters of Science Degree Programmes by Mixed Mode have also been offered.  In Academic Session 2003/2004, an MSc Mixed Mode programme known as Master of Science in Electronic Systems Design Engineering has been introduced.  This programme exposes candidates to up-to-date theoretical and practical aspects of Electronic System Design and advanced computing technologies and their applications.  Candidates will also be trained to equip them with the capability of addressing engineering related problems of the industry.

COURSE STRUCTURE

The structure of the MSc. ESDE consists of 40:60 ratio. The ratio refers to the percentage of research and coursework component. Taught courses are offered in the first two semesters. The dissertation is offered in both Semester 2 and Semester 3.

40 credit units of courses (31 credit units of core courses and 9 credit units of elective courses.

COURSES OFFERED

Core courses

• Embedded System Architecture and Design
• Engineering and Technology Research Methodology
• Dissertation

Elective courses

• Advanced Analog Integrated Circuit Design
• Advanced Digital Signal and Image Processing
• Internet of Things Technology
• Microwave Circuit Design
• Industrial Power Electronics
• Advanced Antenna and Propagation
• Advanced Control Systems
• Intelligent Systems
• Advanced Robotics
• Data Communications and Computer Networks

 Requirements of graduation

1. Pass all courses and examination determined by the respective School with minimum C+ grade;
2. Pass the Dissertation;
3. Obtain at least a CGPA of 3.00;
4. Fulfill the minimum duration of candidature;
5. Accumulate at least 40 units;
6. Must obtain minimum grade C for Malaysian Culture and Malay Language (LKM11). This course is compulsory for all international students

Applicants should possess the following:

A) Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent

1. CGPA of at least 2.75/4.00; or 

2. CGPA between 2.50 - 2.74/4.00 with the following additional conditions: or
   • Research experience for at least one (1) year; or
   • Professional experience in related field for at least one (1) year; or
   • One (1) academic publication in the relevant field; or
   • Grade B for major/elective courses; or
   • Grade B+ for final year project 

3. CGPA between 2.00 - 2.49/4.00 (honours degree) with the following additional conditions:
   • Research experience for at least five (5) years; or
   • Professional experience in related field for at least five (5) years; AND
   • One (1) academic publication in the relevant field; or
   • Grade B for major/elective courses; or
   • Grade B+ for final year project

Any Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Computing/Information Technology awarded by local private institutions of higher learning, including those awarded under any collaborative/franchising schemes with local or foreign partners must be accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).

(Applicable for International Applicants Only)

The minimum score for each programme can be vary from the below list, candidates are required to check for each programme requirements.

• A minimum of Band 5 for IELTS; or
• A minimum score of 40 for TOEFL (Internet-based); or
• A minimum of Band 7.5 for TOEFL Essentials (Online); or
• A minimum score of 154 for Cambridge English: Advance (CAE)/Proficiency (CPE) /Preliminary (PET) /First (FCE)/ Linguaskill Online min. score 154; or
• A minimum score of 47 for Pearson Test of English (PTE); or
• A minimum of Band 107 for CIEP Level (ELS); or
• A minimum of Band 3.5 for Malaysian University English Test (MUET)

Exemption is given to candidate if:

• English is the candidate’s mother tongue or National Language; or
• Candidate graduated from an Institution of Higher Learning in which the medium of instruction at Bachelor and/or Master degree level is English (statement of proof required)

• Full-time: Min 2 semesters / Max 4 semesters

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