Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP)
About the University
Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) is a premier technology university established in 1997 by Malaysia's national oil company PETRONAS, located in Seri Iskandar, Perak. UTP focuses on Engineering and Technology programmes and is ranked among QS 351–400 globally. It is particularly renowned for its Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, and Computer Science programmes. The university has over 5,000 students from 50+ countries.
Detailed Information
About UTP
Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) was established in 1997 by PETRONAS, Malaysia's national oil and gas corporation. The university is dedicated to producing world-class engineers and technology professionals, particularly for the energy sector. UTP's scenic campus in Seri Iskandar, Perak is built to international standards with state-of-the-art facilities.
Rankings & Recognition
- QS World University Rankings 2025: 351–400
- QS Asia Rankings: Top 100
- #1 in Malaysia for Petroleum Engineering
- Top 200 globally for Chemical Engineering (QS Subject)
- Five-Star QS rating for Research and Teaching
Programmes Offered
- Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) Chemical
- Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) Civil
- Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) Electrical & Electronics
- Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) Mechanical
- Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) Petroleum Geoscience
- Bachelor of Technology (Hons) Information Technology
- Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons)
- Master of Science / Master of Engineering
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
PETRONAS Industry Linkage
As a PETRONAS-founded university, UTP graduates have privileged pathways into PETRONAS and its subsidiaries, as well as major oil & gas companies like Shell, ExxonMobil, and Halliburton. UTP maintains an active Industrial Attachment programme where students spend 14 weeks in industry.
Campus & Facilities
- 400-hectare campus on a scenic lake in Seri Iskandar, Perak
- Advanced petroleum engineering labs and simulation centre
- CREST (Centre for Research in Enhanced Oil Recovery)
- On-campus residences for all students
- Sports complex, amphitheatre, and recreational facilities
- Smart Campus initiative with IoT infrastructure
Scholarships & Financial Aid
UTP offers generous PETRONAS-funded scholarships to Malaysian and international students. The PETRONAS Education Scholarship covers tuition, accommodation, and a monthly allowance, and includes a guaranteed internship at PETRONAS during studies.
Academic Programs4 programs
Bachelor's Degree(2)
Master's Degree(1)
Doctoral Degree (PhD)(1)
Facilities & Services
Accreditations
Annual Tuition Fees
Undergraduate
MYR 9,000 - 25,000
Postgraduate
MYR 10,800 - 32,500
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