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Entry Requirements: Progression to the University of Sheffield, UK

Under an articulation agreement between UNITEN and the University of Sheffield, UNITEN students who meet the entry requirements are eligible to apply for entry into Year 2 of selected University of Sheffield undergraduate degrees, with recognition of their prior learning at UNITEN.

Year 2Entry stage at the University of Sheffield
CGPA 3.30Minimum for UNITEN degree students
CGPA 3.00Minimum for UNITEN diploma graduates
IELTS 6.5With at least 6.0 in each component

Route 1: From a UNITEN Bachelor's Degree

Complete Year 1 of an eligible UNITEN degree, then continue from Year 2 onwards at the University of Sheffield. This route is open to students admitted through the Semester 1 intake, starting from Academic Year 2026/2027.

College of Engineering

Electrical & Electronic Engineering

UNITEN programme
  • Bachelor of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Hons)
  • Bachelor of Electrical Power Engineering (Hons)
University of Sheffield programme (Year 2 entry)
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering BEng / MEng
  • Computer Systems Engineering BEng / MEng
  • Mechatronic and Robotic Engineering BEng / MEng
Requirements
  • Minimum CGPA of 3.30
  • Pass all required UNITEN courses (below)
  • IELTS 6.5, with at least 6.0 in each component
Required UNITEN courses
  • EPPB1013 Circuit Analysis 1
  • EPPB1023 Circuit Analysis 2
  • EEEB1014 Programming for Engineers
  • EEEB1021 Electrical/Electronics Measurement Lab
  • EEEB1033 Digital Logic Design
  • EEEB1041 Digital Logic Design Lab
  • EEEB1053 Electronic Analysis & Design 1
  • EEEB1061 Introduction to Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Electrical and Electronics Engineering students only)
  • EEEB1073 Measurement and Instrumentation
  • EPPB2013 Introduction to Electrical Machines
  • MATB1013 Calculus & Matrices
College of Computing & Informatics

Computer Science

UNITEN programme
  • Bachelor in Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) (Honours)
  • Bachelor in Computer Science (Cyber Security) (Honours)
  • Bachelor in Computer Science (Systems & Networking) (Honours)
  • Bachelor in Software Engineering (Honours)
University of Sheffield programme (Year 2 entry)
  • Computer Science BSc / MComp
  • Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) BSc / MComp
  • Computer Science (Software Engineering) BEng / MEng
Requirements
  • Minimum CGPA of 3.30
  • Pass all required UNITEN courses (below)
  • IELTS 6.5, with at least 6.0 in each component
Required UNITEN courses
  • MFCB1103 Mathematics for Computing
  • CSEB2123 Computational Problem Solving
  • CSNB2123 / CNEB2123 Computer Organization
  • CSNB2133 / CNEB2133 Discrete Structure
  • CSEB3123 Software Engineering Principles
  • CSNB3123 / CNEB3123 Data Communication and Computer Networks
  • CSEB3313 Object Oriented Programming
  • CSNB3113 / CNEB3113 Operating Systems and Concepts
  • CSEB3443 Requirement Engineering
  • CSEB4123 Web Programming

Route 2: From a UNITEN Diploma

The University of Sheffield recognises the following UNITEN diplomas as an entry pathway into Year 2 of the programmes listed below.

Diploma in Electrical Engineering
University of Sheffield programme (Year 2 entry)
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering BEng / MEng
  • Computer Systems Engineering BEng / MEng
  • Mechatronic and Robotic Engineering BEng / MEng
Requirements
  • Minimum CGPA of 3.00
  • IELTS 6.5, with at least 6.0 in each component
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
University of Sheffield programme (Year 2 entry)
  • Mechanical Engineering BEng / MEng
Requirements
  • Minimum CGPA of 3.00
  • IELTS 6.5, with at least 6.0 in each component
Diploma in Accounting
University of Sheffield programme (Year 2 entry)
  • Accounting and Financial Management BA
  • Business Management BA
Requirements
  • Minimum CGPA of 3.00
  • IELTS 6.5, with at least 6.0 in each component

English Language Requirement

Applicants must meet the University of Sheffield's published English language requirement for their chosen programme, which is currently IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum of 6.0 in each component. Test results must be within their validity period.

Applicants who do not yet meet this requirement may still be considered. They may take an approved English language test or the University of Sheffield's pre-sessional English course (an additional fee applies).

How to Apply

  1. Plan early. Speak to your programme coordinator when you enrol so you follow the correct study plan and take all required courses in Year 1.
  2. Meet the requirements. Achieve the minimum CGPA, pass the required courses and obtain your English language test result.
  3. Apply through the UNITEN International Office. Contact the International Office to begin your application. The office will guide you through the University of Sheffield's admissions process.
  4. Start in September. The University of Sheffield has one intake each year, in the Autumn (September).
Please note
  • Admission is decided by the University of Sheffield. Applicants must also meet its admissions policy and non-academic requirements, including UK student visa requirements.
  • Entry requirements are correct at the time of publication and may change. English language requirements follow UK Government visa rules and may be updated.
  • Students who progress to the University of Sheffield are awarded a University of Sheffield degree. This is not a joint or dual degree programme.
  • Tuition fees at the University of Sheffield are set annually. For 2026/27, the fee for the Engineering and Computer Science programmes listed above is £32,100 per year.

Contact

UNITEN International Office

Ts. Dr. Nazrita Ibrahim
Director, International Office
Universiti Tenaga Nasional, Putrajaya Campus
Email: nazrita@uniten.edu.my

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