Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D)

  Institution: Private: Universiti Malaya (UM)

(BY RESEARCH)

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

The minimum requirements for admission to the postgraduate programmes are as follows:

(a) Doctorate Programmes by Thesis:

• Master of Science degree or equivalent; or
• any other qualifications approved by the Senate (except for conversion from Master’s tp Doctorate programme)

(b) Master’s Programme

• Bachelor of Science degree with honours or equivalent; or
• Bachelor of Science degree with: at least three years or relevant working experience; or proof of publication in a related field; or
• professional qualification from a recognized professional body; or
• any other qualifications by the Senate

PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE

• Doctor of Philosophy :: 4 semester (minimum), 12 semester (maximum)
• Master of Science (By Research / By Coursework) :: 2 semester (minimum), 8 semester (maximum)
• Master (By Coursework And Dissertation) :: 2 semester (minimum), 8 semester (maximum)

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

The medium of instruction is in English. International students are required to attend and pass a basic course in Bahasa Malaysia before their degree can be conferred. If they intend to write their thesis / dissertation in English, they must possess at least 6 IELTS or a score 550 TOEFL.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications can only be made online from the website – http://ips.um.edu.my

Application for research programmes are open throughout the year. Candidate may apply anytime except for programmes with pre-quisite courses.