Master of Philosophy in Gas Engineering

The Master of Philosophy in Gas Engineering program at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia is in high demand due to the growing need for skilled professionals to support various gas projects. These projects encompass gas liquefaction, gas processing, petrochemical processing, as well as the distribution of gas to power plants, industrial facilities, commercial centers, and residential consumers across peninsular Malaysia.

This program offers a distinctive blend of chemical process and gas engineering knowledge, enabling graduates to pursue careers as chemical and process engineers, as well as gas engineers specializing in transportation and gas utilization. With their expertise in gas engineering, graduates can find employment in a wide range of sectors, including petrochemical industries, oleochemical industries, manufacturing industries, government agencies, and private organizations.

Prominent companies such as PETRONAS, SHELL, EXXONMOBIL, the Energy Commission of Malaysia, Gas Malaysia Sdn Bhd, SIRIM, DOSH, NIOSH, consultant firms, and service industries provide potential career opportunities for our graduates. Moreover, graduates can also contribute to teaching and engage in research and development activities at higher learning institutions and research centers.

Entry Requirement

• Candidate must hold a Bachelor Degree in Chemical Engineering (Gas) or Chemical Engineering with Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of at least 3.0/4.0 or equivalent from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia or any other Institutions of Higher Learning recognized by the Senate. In the case where CGPA is less than 3.0, a minimum of 1 year working experience is needed.

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., Other qualifications equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree , etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.

Future Careers

Graduates are expected to work in various areas, including:

• Gas and Chemical Engineering
• Membrane Manufacturing for Water and Gas Purification
• Advanced Materials for Water and Gas Purification and Energy Applications
• Gas Transmission and Distribution Systems
• Development of Adsorbents for Water and Gas Applications
• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Development and Application
• Waste Combustion and Storage Systems
• Industrial Process Tomography
• Explosion Protection and Mitigation
• Corrosion of Metals
• Nondestructive Testing (NDT) and Radiation
• Safety and Risk Assessment
• Biomass to Biofuels