Program Overview

Master of Sustainable Systems

The Master of Sustainable Systems programme is accredited by the Malaysia Qualification Agencies, recognized by the Government of Malaysia. This programme provides students with the latest developments, knowledge, and applications of sustainable systems. The programme's strength lies in its multidisciplinary approach, arming students with the right tools to address complex sustainability issues.

Programme Overview

The programme is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of sustainable systems, including the latest developments, knowledge, and applications. The programme's curriculum is multidisciplinary, covering a wide range of topics related to sustainable systems.

Career Opportunities

The Master of Sustainable Systems programme provides opportunities for continuing professional development, as well as the chance to interact with those at the cutting edge of sustainable systems.

Course Structure

The programme consists of compulsory and elective courses.

• Compulsory courses (5 courses):
  • Applied Sustainable Systems
  • Life Cycle Assessment
  • Sustainability Management and Policy
  • Green Economy
  • Industrial Ecology and Cleaner Production
• Elective courses (3 selected courses):
  • Environmental Impact Assessment
  • Smart Communities
  • Renewable Energy
  • Sustainable Food Systems
  • Integrated Water Science and Technology
  • Integrated Solid Waste Management
  • Low Carbon Cities
• University and Faculty Courses (Select 1):
  • Japanese Language
  • Seminar Pembangunan Isu-Isu Sosial dan Ekonomi Global
  • Philosophy of Science and Social Development
  • Dynamic Leadership
  • Organization Behavior and Development
  • IT Project Management
  • Malaysian Society and Culture

Semester Structure

The programme is structured into three semesters: | Year | Semester I | Semester II | Semester III | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Code | Course | Credit | Code | Course | Credit | Code | Course | Credit | | 1 | | University and Faculty Courses | 3 | MMJS 1133 | Sustainability Management and Policy | 3 | MMJS 1286 | Master Project 2 | 6 | | MMJP 1183 | Research Methodology | 3 | MMJS 1343 | Elective | 3 | | | | | MMJS 1113 | Applied Sustainable Systems | 3 | MMJS 1353 | Elective | 3 | | | | | MMJS 1123 | Life Cycle Assessment | 3 | MMJS 1363 | Elective | 3 | | | | | MMJS 1213 | Green Economy | 3 | MMJS 1186 | Master Project 1 | 6 | | | | | MMJS 1313 | Industrial Ecology and Cleaner Production | 3 | | | | | | | | | | 18 | | 18 | | | 6 |

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for the programme, applicants must have a Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, or Engineering or related fields with a CGPA of 3.0 (out of 4.00) from institutions of higher learning recognized by the UTM senate. For other degrees or CGPA of less than 3.0, a minimum of two years of working experience in a related field is required. International students must obtain a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent qualification.

Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)

The programme has the following educational objectives:

• PEO 1: To produce transformation agents capable of sustaining existing technologies and processes.
• PEO 2: To demonstrate innovative leadership skills that can lead the advancement of science and technology in all sectors related to sustainable systems.
• PEO 3: To produce proactive members who engage in multidisciplinary teams and contribute towards a sustainable society.

Programme Outcomes (POs)

The programme has the following outcomes:

• PLO1: Critically analyze complex information with originality and knowledge in specialized concepts, theories, methods, and practice in sustainable systems.
• PLO2: Construct solutions for solving complex issues using advanced approaches, knowledge, and innovative solutions for sustainable systems.
• PLO3: Conduct sustainability standard practical skills at the forefront of knowledge and latest development tools.
• PLO4: Work collaboratively with different people in learning and working communities ethically and professionally.
• PLO5: Communicate clearly the knowledge, skills, ideas, critique, and conclusion with rationale using appropriate methods to peers, experts, and non-experts.
• PLO6: Competently use a wide range of suitable digital technologies and appropriate software to enhance the solution of complex issues.
• PLO7: Apply mathematical and other quantitative, qualitative tools to analyze and evaluate numerical and graphical data for interpretation.
• PLO8: Demonstrate significant autonomy, independence, leadership, and responsibility skills at unpredictable situations within collaboratively team to solve complex issues.
• PLO9: Recognize the need for continuous academic and professional development through self-advancement.
• PLO10: Initiate entrepreneurial projects by developing business plans for related products.
• PLO11: Adhere to legal, ethical, and professional codes of practice in every critical reflection and decision-making as a field expert.