ENGINEERING

Postgraduate

PROGRAMME

ENGINEERING

Postgraduate

PROGRAMME

• RESEARCH
• MIXED

Master of Science (Microelectronic Systems Engineering)

• OVERVIEW

  Microelectronic Systems Engineering

  CEDEC has over the years built-up a strong capabilities and International reputation for research particularly in Very Large Scale Integrated (VLSI) circuit. Our strategy is to pursue excellence by conducting high-impact research, and producing future talents in meeting the demand by industries and research institutions. In fulfilling these objectives, CEDEC offers exciting opportunities for students to undertake high quality research, leading to the award of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and Master of Science (MSc) in Microelectronic Systems Engineering.

  Research Trust Areas

  Analog and Digital IC Design

  • CMOS Technology
  • BJT
  • Field Effect Transistor (FET)

  Microelectronic System Design

  • Applications in Manufacturing
  • Biomedical
  • Consumer
  • Internet
  • Communication
  • Transport
  • Security
  • Food production

  System on Chip

  • Mixed Signal
  • ASIC
  • 3-D Devices
  • MPSoC
  • DSP
  • FPGA

  Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS) Devices

  • Sensors
  • CMOS silicon & devices
  • Fabrication technologies

• ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

  • A Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering or equivalent with minimum CGPA of 2.75; or
  • Other qualifications will be considered on case by case basis

• LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

  (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)

• DURATION

  Full-time: Min 12 months / Max 36 months

  Part-time: Min 24 months / Max 72 months

• FEES

  Malaysian (MYR)
  Full Time	Part Time
  Registration Fee : 310.00 Tuition Fee (Semester) : 3,700.00 Thesis Evaluation Fee : 750.00 Convocation Fee : 200.00 Research Methodology : 320.00	Registration Fee : 310.00 Tuition Fee (Semester) : 3,085.00 Thesis Evaluation Fee: 750.00 Convocation Fee : 200.00 Research Methodology : 320.00

  International (USD)
  Full Time	Part Time
  Registration Fee : 222.50 Personal Bond : 1000.00 Tuition Fee (Semester) : 1,388.00 Thesis Evaluation Fee: 250.00 Convocation Fee : 50.00 Research Methodology : 80.00	Registration Fee : 222.50 Personal Bond : 1000.00 Tuition Fee (Semester) : 1,238.00 Thesis Evaluation Fee : 250.00 Convocation Fee : 50.00 Research Methodology : 80.00

  ** Fees are subject to change

  ** New fees to be imposed starting from Academic Session 2025/2026 (October 2025 intake onward)

  Malaysian (MYR)
  Full Time	Part Time
  Registration Fee : 330.00 Tuition Fee (Semester) : 3,700.00 Thesis Evaluation Fee : 800.00 Convocation Fee : 200.00 Research Methodology : 320.00	Registration Fee : 330.00 Tuition Fee (Semester) : 3,085.00 Thesis Evaluation Fee: 800.00 Convocation Fee : 200.00 Research Methodology : 320.00

  International (USD)
  Full Time	Part Time
  Registration Fee : 225.00 Personal Bond : 1,000.00 Tuition Fee (Semester) : 1,850.00 Thesis Evaluation Fee: 250.00 Convocation Fee : 50.00 Research Methodology : 80.00	Registration Fee : 225.00 Personal Bond : 1,000.00 Tuition Fee (Semester) : 1,570.00 Thesis Evaluation Fee : 250.00 Convocation Fee : 50.00 Research Methodology : 80.00

   ** Fees are subject to change

Master of Science in Electronic Systems Design Engineering

• OVERVIEW

  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

• ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

  Applicants should possess the following:

  A. Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering or related fields

  1. CGPA of at least 2.75 / 4.00; or

  2. CGPA between 2.50 - 2.74 with the following additional conditions: or

  a) Research experience for at least one year; or
  b) Work experience in related field for at least one year; or
  c) At least one (1) academic publication in the relevant field; or
  d) Grade B for major / elective courses; or
  e) Grade B+ for final year project

  3. CGPA between 2.00 - 2.49 (Bachelor's Degree with Honours) with the following additional conditions: or

  a) Research experience for at least five (5) years; or
  b) Work experience in related field for at least five (5) years; AND
  c) At least one (1) academic publication in the relevant field; or
  d) Grade B for major / elective courses; or
  e) Grade B+ for final year project

  B. APEL A (Level 7)

  *Pass Interview

• LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

  (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)

• DURATION

  Full-time: Min 2 semesters / Max 4 semesters

• SEMESTER INTAKE

  April (*Industry Candidate) & October

• FEES

  Malaysian (MYR)	International (USD)
  For in-campus candidates Registration Fee : 310.00 Tuition Fee : 225.00 X 40 Units = 9,000.00 Convocation Fee : 200.00 For Industry candidates Registration Fee : 310.00 Tuition Fee : 647.50 X 40 Units = 25,900.00 Convocation Fee : 200.00	Registration Fees : 222.50 Personal Bond : 1000.00 Tuition Fees : 162.50 X 40 Units = 6,500.00 Convocation Fee : 50.00

  ** Fees are subject to change

  ** New fees to be imposed starting from Academic Session 2025/2026 (October 2025 intake onward)

  Malaysian (MYR)	International (USD)
  For in-campus candidates Registration Fee : 330.00 Tuition Fee : 625.00 X 40 Units = 25,000.00  Convocation Fee : 200.00 For Industry candidates Registration Fee : 330.00 Tuition Fee : 740.00 X 40 Units = 29,600.00 Convocation Fee : 200.00	For in-campus candidates Registration Fees : 225.00 Personal Bond : 1,000.00 Tuition Fees : 215.00 X 40 Units = 8,600.00  Convocation Fee : 50.00 For Industry candidates Registration Fee : 225.00 Personal Bond : 1,000.00 Tuition Fee : 250.00 X 40 Units = 10,000.00  Convocation Fee : 200.00

   ** Fees are subject to change