Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN)
About the University
Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN) is a government-linked university established in 1997 by Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), Malaysia's national electricity company. Located in Kajang, Selangor (with a campus in Putrajaya), UNITEN specialises in Engineering (especially Electrical and Power Engineering), IT, and Business. It has over 7,000 students and strong industry ties with the energy sector through TNB.
Detailed Information
About UNITEN
Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN) was established in 1997 by TNB (Tenaga Nasional Berhad), Malaysia's national power utility. UNITEN's mission is to produce highly skilled engineers and professionals for Malaysia's energy sector and beyond.
Rankings & Recognition
- QS Asia Rankings: Top 250
- SETARA Rating: Excellent (5 Stars)
- IEEE Power & Energy Society student chapter
- Recognised industry partner of TNB, MDeC, and Malaysia Grid Corporation
Campuses
Kajang Campus (UNITEN Putrajaya Campus)
The main campus in Mukim Cheras, near Kajang, Selangor. Houses the College of Engineering, College of Computing and Informatics, and Centre for Graduate Studies.
Muadzam Shah Campus
The second campus located in Muadzam Shah, Pahang, primarily for Foundation and undergraduate studies.
Colleges & Programmes
- College of Engineering (Power, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil)
- College of Computing & Informatics
- College of Business Management & Accounting
- Centre for Foundation Studies
- Centre for Graduate Studies (Master's & PhD)
TNB Industry Integration
UNITEN graduates benefit from guaranteed internship placements with TNB and its subsidiaries. TNB funds significant research at UNITEN including smart grid technology, renewable energy, and power systems. The Power Systems Research Centre is one of Malaysia's leading energy research facilities.
Smart Campus Initiative
UNITEN operates as Malaysia's first Smart University, integrating IoT, renewable energy systems, and smart grid technology across its campus as a living laboratory for engineering students.
Academic Programs5 programs
Bachelor's Degree(2)
Master's Degree(1)
Doctoral Degree (PhD)(1)
Accreditations
Annual Tuition Fees
Undergraduate
MYR 8,000 - 22,000
Postgraduate
MYR 9,600 - 28,600
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