phd in utm malaysia

Postgraduate Study for Malaysian

Programmes Offered 

Engineering Field

+ Engineering Education & Generic Programmes

+ Faculty of Civil Engineering

+ Faculty of Chemical and Energy Engineering

+ Faculty  of Computing

+ Faculty of Electrical Engineering

+ Faculty of Mechanical Engineering

Faculty of Social Science and Humanities

+ School of Education

+ School of HRD and Psychology

+ Islamic Civilization Academy

+ Language Academy

Weekend Classes

Open Distance Learning (ODL)

Entry Requirements

Programme Fees

Postgraduate Study Options

Doctor of philosophy.

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is a research-only qualification designed for students who intend to pursue an academic or research career. The degree is awarded on the basis of the submission of a thesis which should give evidence of the candidate’s ability to carry out research, evidence that the candidate has shown originality and independence, and that the candidate has made a significant contribution to knowledge in a particular field.

RESEARCH MASTERS’  DEGREES

The Master  by research is supervised by a graduate faculty (or a panel of graduate faculty members). The directed research work introduces candidates to the processes by which new knowledge is developed and applied accordingly

MIXED MODE MASTERS’  DEGREES

Student must complete a minimum of 21 credits of courses and an equivalent of 21-credit research component, and must obtain a final academic grade of at least 3.0 CGPA.

COURSEWORK MASTERS’  DEGREES

Student must complete a minimum of 40 credits, and must obtain a final academic grade of at least 3.0 out of 4.0 CGPA. Minimum 40-credit consists of several subject modules including faculty compulsory, faculty electives, a university elective module and a Master’s project.

Postgraduate Weekend Classes

Postgraduate Weekend Programme  is specially designed for working professionals and open to all Malaysian.

The timetables is flexible and customs to suit student’s time yet follows the curriculum of mainstream programme.

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY

Field of research:, information system, introduction.

This is a guided full research PhD programme for those who intend to further their studies in the field of Information Systems. The main aim of the programme is to educate professionals and academic research scholars to perform high quality IS research. They will be able to apply the Information Systems and Technology theories in analyzing and solving real organizational problem innovatively.

This programme is designed in such a way that students will be guided in developing the technical and empirical research skills. The taught courses in the first year introduce the students with a broad knowledge of research paradigms, Information Systems theory and current Information Systems research. Through research methodology course, different research orientations and methods will be introduced.

PROGRAMME EDUCATION OBJECTIVES

• Graduates expert in conducting Information System (IS) research through the use of and apply IS theories and approaches for analysing and solving real organisation problem.
• Graduates able to demonstrate the critical and creative ideas in order to expand and sharing the knowledge in the area of IS with the other researcher, university and industries.
• Graduates able to advocate IS knowledge through effective oral and written across a range of contexts and audiences.
• Graduates able to demonstrate consistent professional ethics and high integrity.

RESEARCH AREAS

• Information Systems Design/Development
• Information Systems Adoption/Implementation
• Innovation in Social Media and Commerce
• Data, Analytics and AI for Organizations
• Innovation in E-Learning, E-Health and other E-Services

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Programme structure.

• CORE COURSES
• UNIVERSITY'S GENERAL COURSES
• UBSP 6033 – IS Research Methodology Fundamentals
• UPSP 6043 – IS Research Methodology Practice
• UBSP 6053 – IS Research Topic Seminar And Discourse

Choose 1 Course Only

University’s General Courses

A research course is research made by student in each semester supervised by a supervisor. Students must register for research course each semester according to the course code of the current semester. Supervisors will evaluate students on research courses through research progress at the end of each semester with either MM (satisfactory) or TM (unsatisfactory) results. The following is a list of research course codes that must be registered by semester:

Entry Requirements

CGPA >= 3.0 for the Masters in Computer Science/Information Technology/Comp. Engineering from UTM or any other Institution of Higher Learning recognized by the University senate; OR

  CGPA >= 3.0 for the Masters in Management/Business in related Information Technology fields from UTM or any other Institution of Higher Learning recognized by the University senate; OR

  CGPA < 3.0 for the Masters in Computer Science/Information Technology/Comp. Engineering/ Management in related IT fields/Business in related IT fields WITH several years of working experience in Information Technology and recognized by University Senate.

Application Procedure

For Malaysian Students

For International Students

Fees and Payment

Alumni testimony.

“The programme of PhD IS at UTM is based on group learning and group discussion – you learn from every person, not just from the lecturers and books. All of the IS taught courses are not just theoretical but more practical and the subjects are really updated. The University staff are very friendly and you can approach them directly – they’re always there to help. I had so many opportunities there – I worked on a national survey within a team; a grant from the Ministry of Higher Education, Malaysia. I was also a freelance tutor and conducted several workshops in IS discipline. All of these experiences furthered my academic interests and helped me create my path for the future”

Lecturer , Universiti Teknologi Petronas Malaysia

Doctor of Philosophy

Computer science (pecs), programme specifications.

The Doctor of Philosophy, Field: Computer Science (PECS) is offered on a full-time basis. The programme is offered only at the UTM Main Campus in Johor Bahru. The duration of study for the programme is subjected to the student’s entry qualifications and lasts between three (3) years to a maximum of eight (8) years.

The programme is offered full-time only and is based on a 2-Semester per-academic session. This is a full research programme. The candidate is supervised by a qualified academic staff. The directed research work introduces candidates to the process by which new knowledge is developed and applied accordingly. Assessment is done by examining first assessment reports (research proposal), each semester’s progress reports, and thesis examination (viva-voce).

Further Information

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Doctor of Philosophy Mechanical Engineering

Programme Specifications

The Doctor of Philosophy Field of Research: Mechanical Engineering (PKMM) is offered on a full-time basis. The duration of study is in between a minimum of three (3) years to a maximum of eight (8) years. The PhD candidate must be supervised by a Graduate Faculty. In terms of supervision panel, co-supervisor(s) may come from other higher learning institutions or the industry. The academic progress of a candidate is assessed through a research progress report submitted at the end of each semester as well as on the research proposal presented during mini-viva. The degree is awarded based on an examination of the thesis (including viva- voce) submitted by the candidate upon completion of the study.

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General Information

Programme educational objectives.

PEO1: Graduates are able to incorporate in-depth relevant knowledge in engineering practices with capabilities to research, develop and integrate.

PEO2: Graduates are able to apply a wide range of relevant knowledge to critically analyze and solve problems related to engineering in various situations and contexts effectively and innovatively.

PEO3: Graduates are able to advocate and communicate ideas and/or solutions to mechanical engineering problems intellectually, ethically and professionally

PEO4: Graduates able to adopt the latest relevant niche knowledge and technologies through life-long learning process

Programme Learning Objectives

PLO1: Demonstrate advanced knowledge and capabilities to further develop or use these for new situations in mechanical engineering.

PLO2: Demonstrate research skills in appraising available information and research evidence, and applying them in mechanical engineering contexts

PLO3: Apply critical thinking and problem solving skills in addressing mechanical engineering problems utilizing relevant tools and techniques.

PLO4: Perform research on mechanical engineering problems professionally, ethically and responsibly.

PLO5: Communicate technical knowledge and ideas effectively in written and oral forms.

PLO6: Adopt the latest relevant knowledge and technologies through life-long learning.

Entry Requirements

Programme informations.

• Course Classification
• Course Synopsis
• Graduation Checklist

Award Requirements

Tuition fees.

• For Malaysian Student
• For International Student

Further Information

Programs Offered

Conventional postgraduate programs, online programs, off campus programs.

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Open and Distance Learning (ODL)

Open and Distance Learning (ODL) is a way of learning remotely without being in regular face-to-face contact with instructor in the classroom.

Off Campus Programs (Program Pesisir)

UTM postgraduate off campus weekend programs

UTM Postgraduate Programs

UTM Admission page for all postgraduate programs in UTM

PhD Industry

A doctoral program that provides opportunities for students and researchers to bridge the gap between industries and academics.

Doctor of Philosophy

The Doctor of Philosophy is introduced to complement existing school-based research master’s programme. This new programme is a multi-disciplinary research award degree for those who already hold a master’s degree and who would like to expand and upgrade their knowledge and skills.

This programme produces human capital, which is not only intellectual and competent in modern and advanced technology but also versatile and capable of handling problems in a real-life situations. Successful completion of the programme will prove that candidates has successfully completed a course of research training. The thesis is be expected to make a major contribution to the discipline by way of new knowledge and the candidates has made a significant contribution to the knowledge.

Mode of Study:

Duration of Study:

• Full Time with minimum 6 semester and maximum 16 semester

For more details

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ENTRY REQUIREMENT

How to apply.

Potential students are encouraged to seek further information about the research expertise of academics staff through the UTM Razak website, brochures or relevant departments. STEP 1 : Select a topic/ research area/ potential supervisor from Razak Faculty of Technology and Informatics (razak.utm.my) STEP 2 : Prepare a brief research proposal and contact Razak Faculty of Technology and Informatics potential supervisor STEP 3 : Prepare application document STEP 4 : Lodge an online application at www.admission.utm.my STEP 5 : The successful applicant will be informed through email

FIELDS OF RESEARCH

Chemoinformatic, Computational Chemistry

Mathematics, Applied Mathematics

Human Resource Development, Human Resource Management, Organisation Management and Behaviour, Organisational Performance Management, Organizational Development and Change, Marketing and Consumer Studies, Quality and Productivity Improvement

Business Management, Entrepreneurship, Technology Entrepreneurship, Social Enterprise

Social and Behavioural in Accounting Studies, Taxation

Economics Education, Learning Strategies, TVET and STEM Education, Workplace Learning

Asset and Property Management, Facilities Management, Real Estate and Valuation, Blockchain in Real Estate

Design Theory and Methodology, Green Building Technology, Historic Urban Landscape, Urban Studies, Urban Ecology & Sustainability, Sustainable Urban Design

Architecture, Landscape Architecture, City & Spatial Planning, Spatial Justice, Politics of Space

Industrial Design, Decision Making in Design, Industrial design prototype development, Industrial Design Modelling

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Programmes Fees