Sustainability in Engineering Design and Architecture in Malaysia

Key information

Destination: Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Kuching)

Dates: July 2026 (exact dates to be confirmed)

Program Cost: TBC + airfares (for reference, the 2025 program cost was A$3,500 + airfares)

Funding: A$10,130 or A$5,065 OS-HELP Loans available for eligible students

Program Eligibility: Undergraduate Engineering students

Application Deadline: 15 March 2026

Overview

The central theme of this study tour is to explore sustainable engineering design and architecture across Malaysia. Over a period of 16 days, you will join a team of up to 20 Engineering students and attend seminars and workshops at engineering design centres and visit traditional and award-winning iconic architectural and cultural sites in Malaysia. The tour will enhance your experiential learning, and develop your appreciation for sustainable engineering design and architecture.

The study tour aims to explore the application of “Sustainable Engineering Design principles” across many industries in Malaysia and evaluate the transition to cleaner, greener businesses to deliver relevant products and services that map to modern consumer lifestyles. This involves evaluating the applications of the of elements of environmental sustainability and low carbon footprint principles and how they are being embedded in engineering design, manufacturing, and construction.  The tour also aims to explore architectural design and its evolution in Malaysia.  

Academic information

Which unit/s can this program be taken for as credit?

• EAT20008 - Professional Experience in Engineering
• ENG30003 - Technology and Innovation in Society Field Project

Can this unit be taken as an elective by students in any Swinburne degree?

No

Eligibility

To qualify for this program, you must:

• Be enrolled in an Undergraduate Engineering degree
• Have completed at least 150 credit points in your course

Program cost

TBC + airfares (for reference, the 2025 program cost was A$3,500 + airfares)

Inclusions

• Accommodation
• All breakfasts
• Program related transport
• Sightseeing / excursions
• Welcome and Farewell dinner
• Travel and medical insurance
   

Exclusions

• International airfares
• Visa
• Academic tuition fees (unit costs) 
• Personal expenses
• Most meals

Funding

Funding your overseas jounrey may be easier than you think

OS-HELP Loan

Eligible Australian students can apply for an Australian Government OS-HELP Loan of either A$5,065 or A$10,130 to help cover costs associated with your overseas program. 

For more information on funding and eligibility, see Fee Help and Scholarships.

Information Sessions

Want to learn more? Register your interest to be kept up to date on this program and sent details/links for upcoming information sessions.