UNITEN Malaysia: Tuition Fees 2026, Programmes and Admission Without IELTS
Universiti Tenaga Nasional is one of Malaysia’s strongest universities in engineering and energy, with a unique advantage: a 2-month English course and internal test that exempts you from IELTS.
- 💰 From RM 22,000 per year
- 🎓 Admission without IELTS via internal test
- ⚡ Engineering, energy, IT and business
- 🏷️ USD 1,000 off for all international students
About UNITEN (Universiti Tenaga Nasional)
Everything you need to know before applying to UNITEN (Universiti Tenaga Nasional)
UNITEN (Universiti Tenaga Nasional) is a private Malaysian university owned by the national electricity company TNB. It is known for its strength in engineering and energy, and also offers programmes in IT, economics and business.
Its biggest advantage: if you do not have an English certificate, you take a 2-month English course at the university followed by an internal test. If you pass, you are exempt from the IELTS requirement. Other Malaysian universities do not offer this.
Quick facts
- Private university owned by Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB)
- Internal English test instead of IELTS
- Foundation and diploma programmes available
- Intakes: February and September 2026
Why Choose UNITEN (Universiti Tenaga Nasional)?
What makes this university stand out, based on our students’ experience
No IELTS needed
A 2-month course and internal test replace IELTS.
Engineering and energy
The university of Malaysia’s national electricity company TNB.
USD 1,000 discount
For all international students, first year only.
Foundation and diploma
Options if you are not ready for a bachelor’s degree yet.
UNITEN (Universiti Tenaga Nasional) Fees 2026
Fees updated: 2026 · All prices in Malaysian Ringgit (RM)
| Faculty | Duration | Annual fee |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering | 4 years | 24,500 |
| Economics (Energy / Business Economics) | 3 years | 22,000 |
| Accounting | 3 years | 28,333 |
| Business and Finance | 3 years | 23,000 |
| Information Technology | 3 years | 26,000 |
Annual fees in Malaysian Ringgit (RM). 🏷️ USD 1,000 discount for all international students in the first year only, given in the second semester after the university confirms you passed the first semester.
Faculties and Programmes at UNITEN (Universiti Tenaga Nasional)
Tap “Available programmes” under each faculty to see the full list
⚙️ College of Engineering
Available programmes (4)
- Bachelor of Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Bachelor of Electrical Power Engineering
- Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor of Civil Engineering
💻 College of Computing and Informatics
Available programmes (6)
- Bachelor in Computer Science – Systems and Networking
- Bachelor in Software Engineering
- Bachelor in Computer Science – Cyber Security
- Bachelor in Information Systems – Business Analytics
- Bachelor in Computer Science – Artificial Intelligence
- Bachelor in IT – Graphics and Multimedia
📊 College of Economics and Business
Available programmes (8)
- Bachelor in Economics – Energy
- Bachelor in Business Economics
- Bachelor in Accounting
- Bachelor in Finance
- Bachelor in International Business
- Bachelor in Business Administration – Marketing
- Bachelor in Business Administration – HRM
- Bachelor in Business Administration – Entrepreneurship and Venture Management
🎒 Foundation and Diploma Programmes
| Programme | Duration | Total fee |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation: Accounting / Business / Management | 3 semesters | 19,800 (6,600 per semester) |
| Foundation: Computer Science / IT | 3 semesters | 19,800 (6,600 per semester) |
| Foundation: Engineering | 3 semesters | 21,800 (7,267 per semester) |
| Diploma in Business Studies | 7 semesters | 28,800 |
| Diploma in Accounting | 7 semesters | 31,800 |
| Diploma in Digital Business | 7 semesters | 28,900 |
| Diploma in Financial Technology | 7 semesters | 28,900 |
| Diploma in Computer Science | 7 semesters | 32,800 |
| Diploma in Mechanical Engineering | 6 – 7 semesters | 31,800 |
| Diploma in Electrical Engineering | 6 – 7 semesters | 31,800 |
| Diploma in Renewable Energy Technology | 6 – 7 semesters | 33,120 |
Registration Fees and Payment
One-time fees paid in the first year only. They are not repeated in later years
💼 First-year fees (one time)
- Student visa fee: RM 3,958
- International student fee: RM 7,000
- Deposit: RM 300 (refunded after graduation)
💳 Payment plan
- Engineering: RM 12,250 at the start of the first semester, the rest in instalments
- IT: first payment of RM 8,670, the remaining RM 17,330 in instalments during the year
- Economics and Business: first payment of RM 7,335 (Accounting RM 8,500), the rest in instalments
- USD 1,000 discount for all international students (first year only), given in the second semester
English Language Requirements
You can enter UNITEN with an English certificate, or without one through the internal test
📋 Accepted certificates
- IELTS: 5.0 to 5.5 minimum (depending on the programme)
- TOEFL: 42 minimum
- Linguaskill: 160 minimum
📘 No English certificate?
- 2-month English course at the university
- Fee: RM 5,600
- After the course you take an internal test. If you pass, you are exempt from IELTS
✅ A unique UNITEN advantage: the internal test exempts you from IELTS. Other Malaysian universities do not offer this.
TRIGHT Helps You for Free
Services for students who apply through us, at no extra cost
- Free consultation to choose the right programme and university
- University application and student visa follow-up
- Airport pickup
- Help finding accommodation near the university
- SIM card with one month of unlimited internet
- We accompany you to the university and complete your registration
- Support throughout your studies in Malaysia
Accommodation Near UNITEN in Putrajaya
The most popular residences for our students near the UNITEN campus in Putrajaya. Accommodation is rooms in shared apartments, in three sizes
🛏️ Room in a shared apartment
- Master: the largest room, with a private bathroom
- Medium: a mid-size room with a shared bathroom
- Small: the cheapest option, with a shared bathroom
- Master room (private bathroom)900 – 1,000
- Medium room800 – 850
- Small room650 – 700
- Master room (private bathroom)800 – 900
- Medium room750 – 800
- Small room600 – 700
Prices are approximate monthly rents in Malaysian Ringgit (RM). ⚠️ The price depends on the cleanliness, furniture and size of the unit. TRIGHT helps you find the right place and visits it with you for free.
Frequently Asked Questions about UNITEN (Universiti Tenaga Nasional)
How much are UNITEN fees per year?
RM 22,000 for Economics, RM 23,000 for Business and Finance, RM 24,500 for Engineering, RM 26,000 for IT and RM 28,333 for Accounting.
Can I study at UNITEN without IELTS?
Yes. You take a 2-month English course at the university (RM 5,600) followed by an internal test. If you pass, you are exempt from the IELTS requirement.
Is there a discount at UNITEN?
Yes. A USD 1,000 discount for all international students in the first year only, given in the second semester after you pass the first semester.
When are the intakes at UNITEN?
February and September 2026.
How much are the visa and registration fees at UNITEN?
One-time fees: student visa RM 3,958, international student fee RM 7,000, and a refundable RM 300 deposit.
Does UNITEN offer foundation and diploma programmes?
Yes. Foundation costs RM 19,800 (RM 21,800 for Engineering) over 3 semesters, and diplomas cost from RM 28,800 to RM 33,120 depending on the programme.
How much is accommodation near UNITEN?
Near the UNITEN campus in Putrajaya, a small room in a shared apartment starts from RM 600 per month, a medium room from RM 750, and a master room from RM 800 to 1,000.
What documents do I need to apply?
A passport-style photo with a white background, a PDF copy of all passport pages, your secondary school certificate with transcript, and your English certificate if you have one.
How do I apply to UNITEN?
Contact TRIGHT on WhatsApp at +60 10-664 6022. We handle your application to UNITEN, your student visa and airport pickup for free.
How to Apply to UNITEN (Universiti Tenaga Nasional) with TRIGHT
4 simple steps, all free of charge
- Contact usMessage us on WhatsApp and we help you choose your programme
- Send your documentsPassport, certificate and transcript. We submit your application
- Offer letter and visaWe follow up on your offer letter and student visa
- Welcome to MalaysiaFrom the airport to your accommodation and your first day at university
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