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MASTER IN SUSTAINABLE SYSTEMS

This program is designed to develop future-ready professionals who can lead and innovate in sustainability practices, policy development, and green technology integration. Students will explore topics such as life cycle assessment, green economy, industrial ecology, and sustainability management and policy, while building critical skills in research, analysis, digital solutions, and collaborative problem-solving. Graduates will be equipped with the knowledge and expertise to address global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and excel in sustainability-focused careers across industry, government, and research sectors.

mode of programme

Taught Course / Open Distance Learning ( ODL)

DURATION OF PROGRAMME

2-8 Semesters (subject to current lesson plan and UTM academic regulations)

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s Degree in science, technology, or engineering or its equivalent,
recognized by the University Senate.; and
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with at least a CGPA of 2.50; or
Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent but does not achieve at least a CGPA of 2.50;
must have five (5 years) work experience in a relevant field

admission through apel (For malaysian candidates only)

Malaysian citizens with an APEL.A T7 certificate can be considered for admission (subject to faculty approval). Visit https://apel.utm.my/ for more information about APEL certificate.

VISA APPLICATION FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENT

All international students who wish to enrol in UTM’s Open and Distance Learning (ODL) programmes are required to obtain EMGS Approval for Study prior to admission.
For further information and application guidelines, please visit https://admission.utm.my/edaftarodl/

ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENT

International students who wish to enroll in the postgraduate programs at UTM must meet the English language competency requirements as stipulated below:

Malaysia University Entrance Test (MUET) with a minimum score of Band 4.0 and above; or
IELTS with a minimum score of Band 6.0 and above; or
TOEFL iBT with a minimum score of 60 and above; or
Cambridge English Qualifications (CEQ) B2 First (FCE), C1 Advanced (CAE), C2 Proficiency (CPE), with a minimum score of 169 and above; or
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic with a minimum score of 59 and above; or
Certified Intensive English Programme Level (CIEP Level) achieving Level 109 and above.
Visit https://admission.utm.my/english-language-requirements-3/ for more information about English requirements.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

This programme comprises 45 credits.
Students must complete the following courses

UNIVERSITY COURSE (3 Credits)

• UMJJ 6013 – Basic Japanese Culture and Language (3 credits)

PROGRAMME CORE COURSES (18 CREDITS)

MMJP 1183 : Research Methodology (3 credits)
MMJL 1213 : Green Economy (3 credits)
MMJL 1113 : Applied Sustainable Systems (3 credits)
MMJL 1133 : Sustainability Management and Policy (3 credits)
MMJL 1313 : Industrial Ecology and Cleaner Production (3 credits)
MMJL 1123 : Life Cycle Assessment (3 credits)

ELECTIVE COURSES CHOOSE 3. SUBJECT TO FACULTY OFFERS EVERY SEMESTER (9 CREDITS)

MMJL 1373 : Low Carbon City (3 credits)
MMJL 1333 : Renewable Energy (3 credits)
MMJL 1323 : Smart Communities (3 credits)
MMJL 1143 : Environmental Impact Assessment (3 credits)
MMJL 1343 : Sustainable Food Systems (3 credits)
MMJL 1353 : Integrated Water Science and Technology (3 credits)
MMJL 1363 : Integrated Solid Waste Management (3 credits)

MASTER PROJECT (12 CREDITS)

MMJL 1186 : Master Project 1 (6 credits)
MMJL 1286 : Master Project 2 (6 credits)

Any Inquiry please contact us :

Programme Coordinator	Dr. Eleen Dayana Binti Mohamed Isa
Contact Number	0122396441
Email	eleendayana@utm.my

TUITION FEES

Malaysian Student	International Student
RM 19,696 - RM 27,046	RM 31,440 - RM 38,790

fees structure

TUITION FEES PER SEMESTER	(RM)	ADDITIONAL FEES FOR PRE-REQUISITE (IF REQUIRED)(RM)	REMARK
Registration Fees	670.00		Payable on first semester.
Service Fees	1,470.00		Payable every semester.
Master in Sustainable System	348.00 for 01 credit (03 credit = 1,044.00*)		i. Payable every semester. ii. New Students must pay the Study Fees for 03 credits course before / on the day of enrollment *. The actual study fee will be charged to the student account based on the actual credit courses registered after the end of the course registration week.

The actual study fee will be charged to the student account based on the actual credit courses registered after the end of the course registration week.

OTHER FEES

Short semester fee

The fees applicable for registering for a short semester course are as follows:
(a) Service fee: 1,470.00

(b) Study fee:

Malaysian – RM 348.00 per credit hour (03 credits = RM 1,044.00)

International – RM 580 per credit hour (03 credits = RM 1,740.00)

Graduation fee

Fee is based on current rate and subject to changes

Notes:
All fee are subject to changes.

Term and Conditions of Study Fee:
For Taught Course and Mixed Mode students, study fee rate will be determined based on the number of credit hours that they have registered within the period for Amendment of Course Registration. Course Withdrawal after the Amendment of Course Registration period will not affect the fees for the semester.

TUITION FEES PER SEMESTER	(RM)	ADDITIONAL FEES FOR PRE-REQUISITE (IF REQUIRED)(RM)	REMARK
Registration Fees	2,670.00		Payable on first semester.
Service Fees	1,470.00		Payable every semester.
Master in Sustainable System	580.00 for 01 credit (03 credit = 1,740.00*)		i. Payable every semester. ii. New Students must pay the Study Fees for 03 credits course before / on the day of enrollment *. The actual study fee will be charged to the student account based on the actual credit courses registered after the end of the course registration week.