Postgraduate by Research

Master of Science
(Electrical Engineering)

Where curiosity becomes contribution.

Step into research without rewriting your career. Investigate a problem you care about, produce indexed publication, and graduate with a Master's by Research from a Top-400 QS-ranked institution by subject — a credential that opens doors to industrial R&D, doctoral study, and beyond.

Programme Code: EE750
★★★★★★
6-Star
Employability Rating 2024
Top 400
QS World Ranking by Subject 2025
MQA Accredited
Malaysian Qualifications Agency

Why Pursue a Research Master's with FKE?

A Master's by Research is the most direct route to becoming an independent investigator — and a powerful credential whether you're heading into industry, the public sector, or a PhD.

Clear Pathway to a PhD

Outstanding candidates may apply to convert their Master's to a PhD within 12 months of registration — accelerating doctoral study without restarting.

Faster Time to Completion

Targeted Graduate-on-Time timeline of 2 years. A research-intensive Master's that respects your schedule and goals.

Real Research Output

Graduate with an indexed publication and a thesis that demonstrates your contribution — assets that carry weight in industry hiring and academic admission alike.

What You'll Achieve

A Master's by Research is the credential that distinguishes engineers who can investigate problems from those who only execute solutions.

1+
Indexed Publication
SCOPUS / WoS / MyCite as main or corresponding author
1
Master's Thesis
20,000 – 50,000 words of original research
M.Sc.
Master's Degree
Conferred upon successful viva voce and Senate endorsement

Your Research Journey

A well-defined pathway from your first day of registration to convocation — typically completed in 2 years on a Graduate-on-Time track.

1
Apply & Register
Begin with a supervisor matched to your research interests
2
Defend Your Proposal
Within 6 months — your research direction takes shape
3
Conduct & Publish
Original research culminating in indexed publication
4
Submit & Defend Thesis
Viva voce with internal and external examiners
5
Convocation
Awarded the Master of Science degree

The Pathway to a PhD

Master's candidates demonstrating strong research progress may apply to convert to a PhD within 12 months of registration — keeping your research, supervisor, and momentum, while gaining a doctoral title.

Is This Programme for You?

The Research Master's is ideal if you are…

  • A fresh engineering graduate eager to explore research before committing to a PhD
  • An industry engineer seeking depth in a specific technical area
  • An educator or technologist wanting a research-grade credential
  • Considering doctoral study but want to test the waters first
  • Aiming for R&D positions where investigative skill is valued

You'll thrive here if you bring…

  • A relevant Bachelor's qualification (or recognised equivalent)
  • Curiosity about a specific engineering problem
  • The discipline to manage independent work over 1 – 4 years
  • Willingness to write, publish, and defend your findings
  • Time commitment for full-time or part-time study

A Track Record of Graduates

FKE's research community is active and productive — with regular cohorts completing viva voce examinations and conferments throughout the year.

Real Researchers. Real Outcomes.

Our postgraduate office consistently supports candidates through every viva-voce cycle. Recent semesters have seen many Master's candidates successfully defend their theses across diverse Electrical Engineering specialisations.

65
MSC RESEARCH CANDIDATES ENROLLED
2 yr
GRADUATE-ON-TIME TARGET
PhD
CONVERSION PATHWAY AVAILABLE

Where You Can Study

The EE750 MSc by Research is available across five UiTM campuses nationwide — pursue your degree at the location that best fits your career, family, and research network.

Shah Alam
Main Campus
Pasir Gudang
Permatang Pauh
Kota Samarahan
Dungun

Funding Your Research

UiTM offers a range of funding opportunities and financial assistance schemes to support Master's research candidates throughout their studies.

UiTM Postgraduate Teaching Assistant
UPTA
UiTM Endowment Scholarship
Endowment
Conference Support Fund
CSF
Journal Support Fund
JSF
Postgraduate Mobility Fund
Mobility
Zakat for Postgraduate
Zawaf UiTM
UiTM EMKAY Scholarship
EMKAY
Yayasan Budiman & Other Foundations
External
Note: Eligibility and application requirements vary by scheme. For full details and application procedures, please refer to the IPSIS Financial Support portal.

Ready to Begin?

Take the first step toward your Master's by Research. Applications open through the UiTM Study portal — start your conversation with a potential supervisor today.

Pejabat Pentadbiran  : +603-5543 5677/ 5131
Pejabat Hal Ehwal Akademik  : +603-5543 5107/ 5015/ 5072
Pejabat Hal Ehwal Pelajar  : +603-5543 5414/ 5112
Pejabat Penyelidikan dan Jaringan Industri : +603-5543 5079/ 5012

Faculty of Electrical Engineering
Kompleks Kejuruteraan Tuanku Abdul Halim Mu'Adzam Shah
Universiti Teknologi MARA
40450, Shah Alam
Selangor, Malaysia

Phone Number : +603-5544 4210