Bachelor of Chemical Engineering with Honours

Segi university proudly presents the bachelor of chemical engineering with honours, a programme meticulously designed for the next generation of engineers. This course stands at the crossroads of innovation and tradition, preparing students to thrive in industries from oil and gas to sustainable energy management. 

SEGi offers a curriculum that is both globally recognised and richly infused with real-world applications. Students engage in a learning journey that spans from mastering the complexities of mass and energy balances to the nuances of process and plant design.

Key selling points of this programme include its robust alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, particularly focusing on SDG 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, and 13. The course also guarantees comprehensive exposure to industrial and IR4.0-driven projects, with mentorship from external industry professionals.

Accredited by the Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM), this programme promises not just an education but a launchpad for lifelong learning and success in the dynamic field of chemical engineering.

Note: Natural Sciences subjects are Physics, Biology or Chemistry. Chemistry will be given preference.

• Pass in STPM with 2 principal passes including Mathematics and one relevant Natural Science subject
• Pass in A-Level with 2 principal passes including Mathematics and one relevant Natural Science subject
• Pass in any Diploma in Engineering, Science or Technology or other relevant field with minimum of CGPA 2.0 from higher education institute recognised by the Malaysian Government
• Pass in Foundation Studies in Sciences or Engineering with CGPA 2.0 and Pass in Mathematics & one relevant Natural Science subject
• Pass in UEC with 5 Bs (must include Mathematics and one relevant Natural Science subject)
• Pass in South Australian Matriculation (SAM), (60% including Mathematics & one relevant Natural Science subject)
• Pass in Canadian Pre-University Studies (CPU), 60% overall including Advanced Functions, Calculus & Vector and Physics or Chemistry or Biology
• Pass in Matriculation, Ministry of Education Malaysia with minimum of CGPA 2.0
• Pass in Northern Territory Certificate of Education (NTCE) with Grade C in 3 subjects including Mathematics & Physics or Chemistry or Biology
• Pass in New South Wales Higher Certificate (with ATAR 70) and Grade C in 3 subjects including Mathematics & Physics or Chemistry or Biology
• Pass in Western Australia Certificate of Education (WACE) and Grade C including Mathematics & Physics or Chemistry or Biology
• Pass in South Australia Certificate of Education (SACE) and Grade C in 3 subjects including Mathematics & Physics or Chemistry or Biology
• Pass in Ontario Secondary School Diploma, 60% over all in 3 subjects including Advanced Functions, Calculus & Vector and Physics or Chemistry or Biology
• Pass in International Baccalaureate, with score 24/45 including 5/7 in Mathematics and Physics or Chemistry or Biology
• Pass in Monash University Foundation Year (MUFY) at least 65% in Mathematics & one relevant Natural Science subject
• Other equivalent qualification recognised by Malaysia Government

Year 1

• Mass and Energy Balances
• Physical and Organic Chemistry
• Engineering Mathematics I
• Engineering Drawing
• Material Science
• Chemical Engineering Laboratory I
• Fluid Mechanics
• Thermodynamics
• Strength of Materials
• Engineering Mathematics II
• Project Year I
• Chemical Engineering Laboratory II

Year 2

• Heat and Mass Transfer
• Separation Processes I
• Computational and Numerical Analysis
• Computer Aided Chemical Engineering
• Electrical Technology
• Chemical Engineering Laboratory III
• Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics
• Particle Technology
• Separation Processes II
• Engineering statistics
• Engineers and Society
• Chemical Engineering Laboratory IV
• Project Year II

Year 3

• Process Control and Instrumentation
• Separation Processes III
• Chemical Reaction Engineering
• Environmental Management and Technology
• Chemical Engineering Laboratory V
• Biochemical Engineering Principle
• Chemical Process Safety
• Project Management and Economics
• Computational and Numerical Analysis
• Project Year III
• Industrial Training (12 weeks)

Year 4

• Process and Plant Design
• Transport Phenomena
• Design Project I
• Research Methodology
• Entrepreneurship
• Fuel and Energy Utilization
• Research Project
• Design Project II
• Safety and Risk Analysis
• Water and Wastewater Engineering (Elective)
• Bio-separation: Recovery Processes (Elective)
• Solid Waste Engineering (Elective)
• Bioreactor Engineering Design (Elective)

General Subjects (MPU)

• Appreciation of Ethics and Civilization (Local)
• Malay Communication 2 (International)
• Philosophy and Current Issues
• Effective Listening
• Bahasa Kebangsaan A (For Local Students without Credit in BM in SPM)
• Personal Health Management
• Co-curriculum Management

Career opportunities

• As Chemical Engineers, career opportunities in includes: Process engineer, Chemical and allied products, environmental engineering, contracting, oil and gas, consultancy, energy, water, materials, and design.