Civil Engineering, Heriot-Watt University Malaysia offering high quality British education.
This is the final year Professional Design Project that our M. Eng Civil Engineering students have been be working on 'solving' a real issue in the society. 3 of them was in the Malaysia campus for their earlier years of their studies and they are currently in the UK campus for their Final year. You have made all of us proud! 😎
13/04/2026
Our yearly WattMEC showcasing students final year projects and group design projects. Proud to see them grow from year 1 to now final year . All the best in your next chapter!
18/03/2026
As part of the initiatives organised by the HWUM Institution of Civil Engineers Student Chapter, this visit aimed to provide students with valuable exposure to real-world industry practices. The experience has indeed been highly enriching and insightful for our students. Our sincere appreciation goes to the ICE Student Chapter committee for their efforts, as well as to Hercules Engineering (SEA) Sdn Bhd for their kind support and collaboration.
Dr. Shabbir Hossain sharing about his research on rainfall data - AI - alert system on flood. 🌧️🖥️📳
18/01/2026
Congratulations to all students on receiving your A-Level results 🎉
This achievement opens the door to your next chapter. Pursue a globally recognised UK degree with the flexibility to seamlessly transfer to our UK or Dubai campuses through our Go Global programme.
Ready to explore your options? Book a personalised Q&A with our education consultants and get expert guidance tailored to you via the link:
https://www.hw.ac.uk/malaysia/visit/chat-with-an-education-consultant
29/12/2025
What do we have in our Civil Engineering program? AI, it is part of our syllabus!!!
The school has hosted 40 postgraduate students from Southwest Petroleum University (SWPU), Chengdu, China for a 10-day Cultural Immersion in Education filled with learning, exploration, and cross-cultural exchange.
07/12/2025
Our January intake is happening, get to know about our scholarship and bursary! 😊
04/12/2025
Open day on the 6th December! Come and get to know about US more! 😊check out the entry requirement here : https://www.hw.ac.uk/malaysia/study/undergraduate/civil-engineering-meng
"If you’ve ever crossed a bridge, walked into a building, or turned on the faucet - you’ve already experienced Civil Engineering in action."
January 2026 intake is open!
# HWUM Institution of Civil Engineers Student Chapter
28/11/2025
Our year 4 M.Eng Civil Engineering student, Danial 🥳
Let's hear it from Danial on his internship experience at Gamuda Engineering.
"I gained invaluable hands-on experience that has shaped my understanding of real-world civil engineering practices. My primary role in the QAQC team, conducting Pre-Delivery Inspections (PDI), exposed me to the importance of workmanship quality, attention to detail, and defect management.
The internship challenged me to adapt to demanding site conditions and work under pressure, especially during unexpected events like heavy rainfall that caused site flooding. Assisting my project manager in addressing drainage failures taught me about emergency site management and teamwork under critical circumstances. Daily site walks also helped me develop communication, coordination, and leadership skills by observing how project managers handle subcontractors and manage on-site progress.
Overall, this experience deepened my appreciation for the balance between technical knowledge and soft skills in the construction field. It also strengthened my passion to pursue a career in civil engineering, particularly in project management and site coordination."
Danial would also like to extend his gratitude to his supervisors:
"I sincerely thank my supervisors, Mr. Tariq Ziyad and Ms. Nora, for their support, patience, and guidance throughout my internship. Mr. Tariq mentored me in project management and site coordination and inspired me with his leadership and calm problem-solving approach. Ms. Nora taught me the fundamentals of inspection, documentation, and quality control. Both treated me with kindness and ensured I learned something meaningful every day. Their mentorship has greatly shaped my professional development and confidence as an aspiring engineer."
👉 Danial’s journey reflects how practical exposure and strong mentorship cultivate the technical competence, confidence, and professionalism essential for success in civil engineering.
19/11/2025
Engineering Minds at Work: Civil Engineering Students Tackle Flash Floods with Real-World Solutions!
In an inspiring move towards sustainable development, our final-year Civil Engineering students are making waves with their capstone project addressing flash flood challenges in Taman Sentosa, Klang. Aligning with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) 9 (Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure) and 13 (Climate Action), the team is engineering innovative solutions to build a more resilient community.
Featured in the photos are impactful moments from a technical discussion with Ir. Osman from Perunding JPC S/B and Ir. Anita and Pn. Sarimah from the Department of Irrigation and Drainage (JPS) – offering real-world insights and guidance to shape the students' research into actionable strategies.
This project is not just a final-year requirement – it’s a testament to how civil engineering empowers young minds to tackle today’s pressing environmental issues.
Join us and be part of the next generation of engineers driving change!