Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Engineering field

  Institution: Monash University

Why study a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)?

Our PhD program allows you to complete extensive, independent research (100,000 words). The Monash PhD has an international reputation for excellence and relevance, with quality supervision at the heart of our success.

As a doctoral candidate, you will be supported by a minimum of two supervisors throughout your candidature. Under their guidance, you will write and submit a thesis that represents a significant contribution to the body of knowledge or understanding of your field of research.

Areas of study

The PhD program in the School of Engineering must be undertaken in one of the following principal areas of research:

• chemical engineering
• electrical and computer systems engineering
• mechanical engineering
• mechatronics engineering.

Course structure

The Monash University Handbook has detailed information about the structure and requirements for the PhD program in the School of Engineering.

Entry requirements

To enter Monash University, students must satisfy particular academic, English language andage requirements.

To apply for the PhD program in the School of Engineering, you must have completed a:

• Master of Engineering by research from a recognised tertiary institution, with minimum grade, equivalent to H2A, or
• four-year Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Science (Honours) from a recognised tertiary institution with minimum grade, equivalent to H2A.

Duration

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) can be undertaken over four years of full-time or eight years of part-time study.

Fees

Tuition

In 2014, annual tuition fees for this course are:

• RM38,000 for Malaysian students
• RM41,800 for international students.

Once-only fees

• Application – RM100
• Registration – RM200

Per-semester fees

• General amenities – RM100
• New student visa application fee – RM1860

Intake periods

You can apply for the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) at Sunway throughout the year, subject to availability of supervision.

Source : Monash University