

Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN)
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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)
Scholarships2
UNITEN International Merit Award
For international students with strong academic backgrounds in science and engineering.
Requirements
Non-Malaysian. Minimum GPA 3.5 or equivalent. Full-time undergraduate.
TNB-UNITEN Scholarship
Funded by Tenaga Nasional Berhad for top engineering students at UNITEN. Includes internship placement guarantee.
Requirements
Top 10% academic standing. Enrolled in Engineering programme. Malaysian citizens preferred.
Annual Tuition Fees
Undergraduate
MYR 8,000 - 22,000
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University Info
University Type
Public University
Location
Kajang
Established
1997
International Students
1,200
Phone
+603-8921 2020Website
www.uniten.edu.myInterested in studying at Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN)?
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