UM's curriculum in engineering is highly theoretical, at least during my time. They produce students that can rattle off EM wave formula or something, but lacking in practical knowledge. In engineering, practical knowledge trumps theories. That's not necessarily a bad thing though. But UM together with USM always attract the best pool of students.

I hope things have changed since I left UM. I can see Dr Ghauth is a very pragmatic and visionary leader. He works hard too.