phd education in malaysia

Programme Offered

This program is by thesis only. During the study, candidates will be guided by faculty members as a supervisor, Co-Supervisor or a member of the Graduate Supervisor committee. There are several specializations or specialized courses in the PhD program that can be chosen by the candidate based on entry requirements and qualifications. The specializations offered for the Doctor of Philosophy program are as follows:

• Adult Education and Life-long Learning
• Arabic Language Education
• Coaching and Coaches Professionalism
• Computational Education
• Counselling
• Curriculum and Pedagogy
• Curriculum Development
• Early Childhood Education
• Economics Development Education
• Educational Psychology
• Sociology of Education
• Entrepreneurship Education and Organisation Leadership
• Health Education
• Higher Education
• History Education
• Islamic Education
• Leadership in Sport Coaching
• Learning Technology and Innovation
• Malay Language Education
• Malay Literature in Education
• Management in Education
• Mathematics Education
• Measurement and Evaluation in Education
• Quality Management
• Science Education
• Special Education and Inclusion
• Sports Management
• Teaching English as a Second Language
• Technical and Vocational Education

Mode of Study: Research Mode Registration Status: Full Time & Part Time *Lectures: During weekdays and office hours (including part time)

EDUCATION PROGRAMME

Faculty of education.

PROGRAM SUMMARY

The Doctor of Philosophy is a programme which aims to help candidates to develop their academic professionalism and leadership.  Through this programme, candidates will be able to strengthen their research related skills and develop their expertise in a specific field. This programme is suitable for all scholars including academic staff, school teachers, educators as well as stakeholders in both public and private education sectors.

LIFE AT THE FACULTY

Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia is one of five research universities in Malaysia. Globally, it ranks 141 in the QS University world ranking. Its highly competitive environment assures quality and innovative education and research that prizes on its vibrant community consisting of award winning experts in various fields whose knowledge contribution are sought after as well as highly qualified well rounded students who are immersed in academic, co-curricular, community service and college activities. 

At the Faculty of Education, you will be able to work closely with our highly accomplished award winning faculty members whose devotion to quality teaching, learning and research ensure an effective and meaningful learning experiences. You will also have access to postgraduate study room, computer laboratories and active learning spaces based on 21 st century pedagogy, which would encourage a more student-centred learning environment. You will be able to develop meaningful connections with other students who are highly engaged individuals, attuned to local and global educational issues and possess the capability to be critical thinkers, problem solvers and creative individuals who will move our education forward into the future.

Programme Requirement

A person who intends to apply for a doctoral programme should have the following qualifications:

1. Master’s Degree from a University or any institution of higher learning recognized by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) and/ or have accreditation recognized by a foreign Accreditation Body, or an institution with accreditation as prescribed by a programme;

2. Other qualifications equivalent to a masters degree or other qualifications with experience recognised by the Senate; or

3. Student currently pursuing full time master’s programme under sub regulation 6 (a) at the University and recommended by the Faculty’s/ Institute’s Graduate Studies Committee for status conversion to a doctoral programme with approval from the Dean/ Director; or

4. Bachelor Degree with distinction from the University or any institution of higher learning subject to what is prescribed by the Faculty/ Institute and approval by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) and/ or with accreditation recognised by a foreign Accreditation Board

5. Any other qualification recognised by the Senate obtained through the Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL); or

6. Fulfils other requirements prescribed by the programme (if applicable); and

7. Fulfils requirements of the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA)

• Master’s Degree from a University or any institution of higher learning recognized by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) and/ or have accreditation recognized by a foreign Accreditation Body, or an institution with accreditation as prescribed by a programme;
• Other qualifications equivalent to a masters degree or other qualifications with experience recognised by the Senate; or
• A student currently pursuing full time master’s programme under sub regulation 6 (a) at the University and recommended by the Faculty’s/ Institute’s Graduate Studies Committee for status conversion to a doctoral programme with approval from the Dean/ Director; or
• Bachelor Degree with distinction from the University or any institution of higher learning subject to what is prescribed by the Faculty/ Institute and approval by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) and/ or with accreditation recognised by a foreign Accreditation Board
• Any other qualification recognised by the Senate obtained through the Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL); or
• Fulfils other requirements prescribed by the programme (if applicable); and
• Fulfils requirements of the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA)

a) Obtained TOEFL (550), IELTS(6) or MUET (4) results which fulfil the score or minimum band requirements prescribed by the programme; or

b) For certain programmes, a candidate is required to sit for an English Proficiency Test (EPT) and if he/she fails to achieve the level specified by the programme, the candidate is required to attend and pass the English Proficiency Module (EPM) in a maximum period of two (2) semesters before he is allowed to register for the study programme. The candidate shall register as a Non Graduating Student.

a) will be writing his/her thesis/dissertation in the Malay/ Arabic languages;

b) has the academic qualifications obtained from any local universities recognised by the Senate; or

c) is originally from a country where English is the official language or he/she has the academic qualifications obtained from any higher learning institution which uses English as the medium of instruction.

How Much It Will Cost Me?

Please contact Centre for Academic Management for further details:

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Please contact Shaping Advanced & Professional Education Center (UKMShape) for further details:

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Why This Programme?

At the Faculty of Education, we consistently provide the best learning environment, learning spaces, resources as well as learning experiences to all our students. Our philosophy is to develop the brightest minds in their fields. To achieve this, we believe in the importance of building a harmonious and balanced relationship between students and their supervisors, encourage vast exchanges of ideas and solutions through discourse and seminar as well as providing students with a sense of agency to explore their learning areas. Through our Doctor of Philosophy programme, students will be able to: 

• Develop skills in analysing, evaluating and synthesising new and complex ideas that contribute to the expansion of knowledge and body of literature and at the same time be able to solve much needed local and global issues in society. 
• Develop practical skills in producing innovative ideas that help to solve current problems; 
• Cultivate a sense of agency and independence in doing research and at the same time expand networks with other scholars from different institutions and industries through collaborative and cross discipline research. 
• Strengthen communicative skills and the leadership quality and thus serve as experts in their various fields to develop their countries.

How To Apply

• Candidates have to apply online via: http://www.ukm.my/join/
• Intake for coursework and mixed mode are open twice a year, which is every October until November (for the next February intake) and every April until May (for the September intake).
• Application for research mode programmes can be made any time throughout the year.
• The duration for Masters programme requires 2 to 4 semester of study on fulltime basis and 4 to 8 semesters on a parttime basis and for Doctor of Philosophy programme is 6 to 12 semesters on fulltime basis and 8 to 14 semesters on a part-time basis.

Faculty Information

Campus : Bangi, Selangor Faculty : Faculty of Education Degree : Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

• Research & Mixed Mode Programme – Full Time (Min 6 Semester) / Part Time (Min 8 Semester)

Contact : Faculty of Education Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia 43600 UKM Bangi, Selangor Malaysia

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Doctor Of Philosophy (Education)

The education discipline is prevalent and contributes significantly to the education system in Malaysia from preschool to higher education. Advanced research in education has been known to penetrate the larger proximities of borderless edification including transnational education, seamless learning and character development.

In this interest, students in this PhD (Education) programme will be guided to acquire and utilise competencies relevant to the planning and execution of research in the various educational discipline.

These students are encouraged to participate in the discovery of new knowledge that feeds into the practice and policy-making in the Malaysian education system. The PhD (Education) programme also aims to engage students in active research collaboration between academia and industry, as well as with institutions abroad.

Your engagement in this programme will certainly shape you for a better future.

Academic Requirements

• A Master’s Degree, as accepted by the HEP’s Senate;
• Other qualifications equivalent to a Master’s Degree, as accepted by the HEP Senate.

Candidates with at least CGPA of 3.67 at Bachelor’s Degree level may apply to convert their candidacy to the PhD programmes subject to:

• having shown competency and capability in conducting research at PhD level
• rigorous internal evaluation by the HEP
• approval by the HEP’s Senate

English Language Requirements

For international students.

As the programme’s medium of instruction is English, students must possess one of the following qualifications:

Pearson Test of English

Cambridge english qualification and tests (cae), cambridge english qualification and tests (cpe).

• Research Method and Methodologies in Education
• Proposal and Thesis Writing
• PhD Research Project
• Research Seminar

The University may allow exemption for outstanding students to complete their studies within a shorter period.

• Educational Consultants
• Career Counsellors
• Curriculum developers
• Instructional Designers
• Educational Administrators (school, higher education, etc.)
• Other education related disciplines
• Philosophy of Education
• Sociology of Education

Note: Candidates without a master's degree  OR  qualification in the related education fields  OR  with a minimum of 5 years teaching experience must take these two bridging courses, as stipulated by the MQA.

Bridging Course - PhD (Education)

Total credit hour: 8

Tuition Fee (Local): RM53,300

Tuition Fee (International): RM56,600

Local Students

Approximate Total Fees:

(without bridging course) RM 63,140

(with bridging course) rm 70,390.

• International Students

(without bridging course) RM 83,850

(with bridging course) rm 89,450.

Note: Please note that a proposal application fee will be imposed. The fee for local student is RM200 and international student is RM400.

Note: This is an estimated fee, as different countries have different visa processing charges and administrative fees. For more information, kindly refer to your region’s counselor for the detailed fee breakdown.

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Nurture your passion for education and pursue a Doctor of Philosophy in Education, where you will embark on a transformative journey of academic and personal growth. Our doctoral programme is designed to empower you to develop an independent thinking approach and cultivate a unique expertise in your research interests.

As a doctoral student in education at Taylor's, you will have the opportunity to engage in advanced research, critical analysis, and scholarly inquiry in your chosen field of study. Our experienced faculty members, who are renowned experts in various areas of education, will guide and mentor you throughout your doctoral journey. They will provide valuable insights, support your research endeavours, and help you develop the necessary skills to contribute to the field of education through original and impactful research.

School Education

Prior Publication

Direct-entry

Study Options

Full time or part time

Study Programme

3 to 6-year (full time)

4 to 8-year (part time)

Intake Month

February, April, June, September and October

Interested to know more? Start your journey with us now.

Join us for extended counselling sessions, from 18 March - 27 April 2024, Monday to Saturday between 10.00am - 5.00pm.

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Key Highlights of Doctor of Philosophy in Education

3 – 6 years 

4 – 8 years

Note:  All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.

Research Methodology

Students are required to pass the Research Methodology modules (6 credit hours) in the first year of their candidature.

Key Research Areas

At Taylor's University, we believe research can help shape the future. Our postgraduate research programmes cover a broad range of topics with the aim to help shape the future in the aspects of society, technology, economy, and environment.

Find out more about our research areas .

Education Management and Leadership

• Education Policy
• Education Administration
• Mentoring and Supervision in Education
• Education Reform
• School Leadership

Curriculum and Teaching

• Curriculum Theory and Implementation
• Mathematics Education
• Social Studies Education
• Teaching Approaches
• Classroom Management

Technology, Innovation and Learning Design

• ICT in Education
• Instructional Design

Educational Assessment

• Classroom Assessment
• Testing and Evaluation
• Assessment in Higher Education

Teacher Development

• Teacher Education
• Teacher Professional Development
• Continuing Education

Language Education and Literacies

• Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL)
• Teaching Literature
• Teaching Reading

Education and Society

• Multicultural Education
• Gender and Education
• Peace Education
• Life-long Learning
• Philosophy of Education
• Education for Sustainable Development
• Sociology of Education

Hiring Graduate Students

Who should join this programme.

A PhD in Education will greatly benefit Educationists and Administrators who are in the global or Malaysian education field, and who are interested in conducting research, furthering their knowledge, or advancing their career prospects.

We offered two entry pathway for this PhD programme, which is normal mode and prior to publication mode. Our PhD by Prior Publication mode provides a unique pathway for you to achieve a Doctoral award based on your existing body of work. We recognize the value of your prior publications and include them as a significant part of your submission for the Doctoral award.

Normal Mode

• Masters in the related discipline

Bachelor's Degree

• Passed Bachelor's degree with min. CGPA 3.67 and registered as a Masters candidate and passed related qualifying assessment

Other Equivalent Qualification

• Any other equivalent qualification recognised by the Malaysian Government or accepted by the Taylor's University Senate.
• Students without a qualification in the related fields or relevant working experience requires to undergo and pass a bridging module.

Any of the condition above would require student's research proposal to be approved.

For international students:

• IELTS 5.0 / TOEFL 40 (Internet Based Test) (May join IEN preparatory course and achieve the IELTS score) The validity of the IELTS or equivalent is within 2 years from the date of the examination.

Accelerated PhD

Bachelor's degree candidates who are registered for master's degree programmes may apply to convert to the doctoral degree programmes subjected to the following conditions:

• Within 1 year for full time and within 2 years for part-time candidates;
• Having shown competency and capability in conducting research at doctoral level through rigorous internal evaluation.
• Approval of the Taylor's University Senate.
• Any of the condition of the above would require student's research proposal to be approved.
• All information is subject to change. The above entry requirements serve as a guideline. Readers are responsible to verify the information by contacting the university's Admissions Department.

Prior Publication Mode

You will need to fulfill one of the below.

• Obtain a master's degree in the field or related fields accepted by the HEP Senate
• Obtain other qualifications equivalent to a master's degree recognised by the Government of Malaysia

Candidates without a related qualification in the field/s or working experience in the relevant fields must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses determined by the HEP

In addition to the above criteria, those who want to join Doctoral Degree by Retrospective or Prior Publication mode must include the below to the formal application:

• Minimum of 5 publications in alignment with the theme of the specialisation;
• An executive summary of the above publications establishing
• The theme that connects the published works to be submitted (up to 1,000 words);
• Contribution to knowledge in the field of the proposed area of study (up to 1,000 words)
• A list of scholarly published work;
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)

For international candidates, evidence of English Language Proficiency as determined by the intake standards approved by the Senate

A Selection Committee must be established to review the formal application for PhD by Retrospective or Prior Publication and recommend to the Senate to obtain approval.

Criteria for published works

• Published work must encompass high-quality journals, monographs, books, research-based chapters in books, electronic publications which have not been used to obtain other awards or deemed a part of those awards.
• The publications must be published within a period not exceeding ten (10) years from the date of submission.
• For the five (5) nominated publications, the candidate must be the principal author with the contributions of others clearly defined.

Note : All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.

When you've successfully completed this Doctor of Philosophy in Education programme, you could advance to any of these exciting careers in design management and design innovation, including:

• Academic Advisor 
• Curriculum/Learning Designer 
• Department Head
• Educational Consultant 
• Programme Director

How long is the candidature?

The minimum duration of candidature is 6 months and must not exceed 2 years.

What are the criteria for the award of the degree?

The minimum requirement for the award of the degree is to:

• Pass thesis examination and viva-voce/ oral examination.
• Confirmation of meeting minimum candidature period (from the first day of intake commencement to confirmation of satisfactory amendment of thesis/dissertation by examiners).

How will progression tracking be done?

Progression tracking is done by monitoring of research progress periodically through:

• Regular consultation with the supervisors (supervisor-supervisee log);
• Progress report; and Seminars (research seminar, thesis completion seminar).

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Education

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Doctor of Education (Ed.D.)

GENERAL ENTRY REQUIREMENT

Applicants for the Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) programme must possess

• a master’s degree or its equivalent from any accredited Higher Learning institutions recognised by the University Senate with CGPA 3.00 and above; or
• other qualifications as approved by the University Senate; and
• Professional requirement (Diploma in Education or Teaching certificate)

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) is offered by coursework.

A total of 89 credits for each area of specialisation: Coursework (53 credits) and Dissertation (36 credits)

SPECIFIC ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

• Master’s Degree or its equivalent from any accredited Higher Learning Institutions approved by the UUM Senate with CGPA 3.00 and above; OR
• Other qualifications as approved by the University Senate
• Professional requirement (Diploma in Education or Teaching certificate).

International Applicant

Applicants must fulfil one of these requirements:

• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with minimum marks of 500, OR
• International English Language Testing Services (IELTS) with minimum band of 5.5 in all the components, OR
• MUET with at least Band 3 and above, OR
• Other requirements approved by the University Senate.

ADDITIONAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

Applicants who do not fulfil the professional requirement must enrol in the pre-requisite courses below before registering for the doctoral programme and achieve a minimum of B grade in each course:

• SGDA2103 Philosophy, History and Policy in Education
• SGDA2113 Psychology of Learning
• SGDA2123 Sociology of Education

Core Courses (17 credit hours)

SGDA7013 ICT in Education SLCE6014 Academic Writing SGDP7014 Advanced Research Methodology in Education SGDP7043 Advanced Qualitative Research in Education SGDP7053 Advanced Statistics in Education

Discipline Core Courses (36 credit hours)

1. Curriculum & Instruction

SGDC7013 Curriculum Perspectives SGDC7024 Curriculum Change and Evaluation SGDC7033 Curriculum Leadership and Supervision SGDC7043 International Scenes of School Based Curriculum SGDC7054 T eaching and Learning Perspectives SGDC7064 Teaching for Creativity and Problem Solving SGDC7074 Researching Classroom Teaching SGDC7093 Assessment in Teaching and Learning SGDC7104 Curriculum Design and Innovation SGDC8014 Doctoral Seminar in Curriculum and Instruction Research Issues

2. Islamic Education

SGDI7014 Islamic Philosophy and Epistemology SGDI7024 Islamic Thought and Educational Movements SGDI7034 Akhlaq and Spirituality in Education SGDI7044 Contemporary Curriculum and Instructional Leader in Islamic Education SGDI7104 Pedagogy in Islamic Education SGDI7114 Assessment in Islamic Education SGDI7124 Contemporary Psychology of Da’wah in Islamic Education SGDI7134 Management in Islamic Education SGDI8014 Doctoral Seminar in Islamic Education

3. Instructional Technology Leadership

SGDT7013 Instructional Technology Planning, Management and Evaluation SGDT7023 Planning Online Instruction SGDT7033 Performance Improvement and Evaluation SGDT7043 Learning Systems, Technology and Culture SGDT7053 Technological Leadership for 21st Century SGDT7063 Innovation, Change and Organizational Structure SGDT7073 Integrating Digital Technologies into the Curriculum SGDT7083 21st Century Tools for Learning and Training SGDT7014 Designing Digital Age Learning Environment SGDT7024 Advanced Research in Instructional Technology SGDT7034 Seminar in Instructional Technology Leadership

Dissertation (36 credit hours)

SGDZ79936 Dissertation

LEVEL OF STUDY OF DOCTORATE PROGRAM

• LEVEL I: Enrol and pass all the courses in the structure of study with CGPA ≥ 3.00. Pass Comprehensive Examination.
• LEVEL II: Present research proposal, carry out research, write dissertation and attend oral examination/viva via dissertation.
• Candidates who do not achieve CGPA ≥ 3.00 will not be allowed to sit for Comprehensive Examination. In this case, candidates MUST improve on their grades prior to the examination.

COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATION

• General area AND
• Exam is based on Open Book Test / Take Home Exam.
• Candidates can sit for the exam after passing all the courses in the structure of study with CGPA ≥ 3.00.
• Candidates can sit for comprehensive examination a few times until candidates pass the examination in the duration of study for three years (full time) and 4 years (part time)
• Candidates must pass the comprehensive examination before proceeding with LEVEL II of the doctorate program.
• Comprehensive examination will be offered twice a year in May and December.

DISSERTATION

• At this stage, candidates would have taken all the courses and passed the comprehensive examination.
• Candidates must conduct a research under the supervision of a certified supervisor along with the Dissertation Panel.
• Candidates must prepare and present a research proposal.
• The proposal must be defended by the candidate and approved by the panel before the research is carried out.

DISSERTATION FORMAT

• The number of words must not exceed 40,000 (or between 150- 200 pages, with 250 words per page) and is written abiding by the format stated by Awang Had Salleh Graduate School (AHSGS).
• Evaluation of the dissertation will be carried through an oral examination (Viva). Candidates must defend the research and the idea presented in his/her research. The Dissertation Panel will award a pass or a fail grade only.

DISSERTATION PANEL AND VIVA DISSERTATION

Dissertation will be examined by three (3) panel examiners and a maximum of four (4) Dissertation Panel and Viva Dissertation. The members in the panel are selected to evaluate the dissertation by Ed.D candidates holistically.

The minimum three panel members are i) supervisor, ii) a representative from the School, and iii) an examiner from another area of specialization in the Ed.D. program

The maximum four panel members are i) supervisor, ii) co-supervisor, iii) a representative from the School, and iv) an examiner from another area of specialization in the Ed.D. programme.

RESEARCH FIELD

• Curriculum and Instruction
• Instructional Technology Leadership
• Islamic Education

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Doctor of Education - EdD

• Doctor of Education (Science Education)
• Doctor of Education (Educational Technology & Multimedia)
• Doctor of Education (Curriculum Instruction)
• Doctor of Education (TESOL)

There are two major components in the programme:

• Coursework (60 units)
• Research/Dissertation (30 units)

The Coursework Component Advanced Research Methodology and Statistics (12 units) This component aims to enable the candidate to master the process of educational research. The courses deal with various research methods that enable the student to learn research skills, data processing techniques, statistical analysis and the use of computers in data analysis.

Candidates have to major one area of specialisationfrom the following:

• Science Education
• Educational Technology
• Curriculum and Instruction
• TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)

Candidates are required to select 5 courses from the Master's or Doctoral courses offered by the School of Educational Studies or other Schools that can support or enhance the scope and depth of the candidate's major.

Candidates are required to select a research topic and carry out an intensive research study under the supervision of a lecturer/supervisor and members of the Dissertation Committee.

I.     Master degree (Coursework or Mixed Mode)

A) CGPA of at least 3.00 / 4.00; or

B) CGPA of 2.50 - 2.99 with; or

• Research experience – 2 years; or
• Professional experience in related field – 2 years; or
• Two (2) academic publications in the field; or
• Grade B+ for major/elective courses; or
• Grade B+ for Coursework Mode or P for Mixed Mode dissertation/project;

II. Training and or professional experience in the field of education.

III. Fulfil other requirements determined by the individual areas of specialisation.

• Full-time: Min 6 semesters / Max 10 semesters
• Part-time: Min 8 semesters / Max 14 semesters

• HOW TO APPLY FOR A DOCTORAL DEGREE

Doctoral Degree

- application for semester 1, session 2024/2025 is now open..

* Deadline for Coursework / Mix Mode is 30 August 2024 * Application for Research Semester 2, Session 2023/2024 is still open until  31 May 2024

1) Applications must be submitted online through our application portal at https://apply.um.edu.my 2) Choose programme(s) 3) Complete your application - Personal details, academic qualifications, etc. 4) Upload document - Passport, photo, academic transcript, certificate, etc. 5) Pay processing fee via Payment Gateway FPX, Debit/ Credit Card, Flywire. Payment of processing fees: (a) Malaysian applicants: RM50.00 (b) International applicants: RM300.00 6) Submit your application and receive acknowledgement of your application via email. 7) Check the application status on the application portal. 8) Accept the offer on the application portal.

UM EXPERT APPLY Note : Universiti Malaya will not process any incomplete online application including those without processing fees.

Doctorate Programmes

What is a doctorate programme? Also known as doctoral, it is an overarching term for many degrees including PhD programme s. Among all the academic levels, a doctorate degree sits at the highest level. 

At UNITAR International University, we offer doctorate degrees that fall under the research category. Within this category, you will be introduced to the Doctor of Philosophy ( PhD ) programme s. 

Here are a few good reasons why UNITAR is an ideal university to pursue your PhD degree in Malaysia :

• UNITAR’s Awards and Recognition 

Our university is among the leading tertiary institutions in the Education & Learning category while being voted by the people in the Putra Brand Awards 2021.

We are also accredited by the Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges and Universities (ASIC) for Quality Assurance and Enhancement, Student Welfare, Marketing and Recruitment, Learning and Teaching; Course Delivery, Management and Staff Resources and Premises and Health & Safety.

Furthermore, we are nominated as the Employer’s Top Choice by Talentbank as well as being awarded 5-Stars by the QS Rating in Teaching, Employability, Online Education, Accounting & Finance and Inclusiveness. 

Being an award-winning local private university in Malaysia, it comes as no surprise that both local and international students would add UNITAR to their list of universities to enrol at. 

• *100% Research-Based Programmes

People pursue doctorate programmes for different reasons, be it a love of lifelong learning or a passion for their chosen career. PhD programmes are mainly focused on mastering a subject in terms of theory.

Choosing to study at our university will equip you to be a leader in your field with deep, researched-backed knowledge and expertise. Moreover, you can work on your thesis or dissertation either in English or Bahasa Malaysia . Similar to any PhD course, there is flexibility in consultation hours with your chosen supervisor. 

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• Online Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)

Business administration is a highly sought-after field because of its career versatility, not to mention that every organisation needs a specialised individual who can lead and manage the team to ensure smooth business operations. Our online Doctor in Business Administration programme focuses on supervised research work, equipping graduates with in-depth business and management knowledge while showing the implementation strategies. Prefer face-to-face? We also offer a conventional Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Business Administration programme . 

• Exposure Beyond Borders 

Doctorate students at UNITAR can gain local and international exposure to the education landscape. Previously, we collaborated with UNICEF and the British High Commission KL.

• Research Funding  

Get appointed as Graduate Research Assistants that can be partially funded by the Industry and Government Research Grants which is under the Principal Investigator .

• EPF Withdrawal Available

UNITAR doctorate students can apply for financial aid via the EPF Account II Withdrawal. Essentially, the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) (Account II) Withdrawal Scheme for Education allows Employees Provident Fund (EPF) members to withdraw from Account II to pay the fees to undertake further studies in local or overseas institutions.

Browsing for online or conventional PhD programme s in Malaysia ? Check out the doctorate programmes below.  

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Area of Study

• Accounting & Finance
• Art & Design
• Business & Entrepreneurship
• Information Technology
• Micro-Credentials

Level of Study

• Bachelor Degree
• Certificate
• Doctorate (PhD)
• Postgraduate Diploma
• Johor Bahru
• Kota Kinabalu
• Kuala Lumpur
• Kuala Terengganu
• Petaling Jaya (Main)

Bachelor of Accounting (Hons)

MOHE/MQA: (R2/344/6/0067) 01/29 (MQA/FA 0904)

Bachelor of Accounting (Hons) – Online

MOHE/MQA: N-(DL/344/6/0556) 12/27 (MQA/PA 13957)

Bachelor of Animation Design with Game Art (Hons)

MOHE/MQA: (N/213/6/0361) 02/29 (MQA/PA 15203)

Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons)

MOHE/MQA: (R2/345/6/0969) 02/29 (MQA/FA 1711)

Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons) – Online

MOHE/MQA: R2-(DL/345/6/0105) 04/29 (MQA/FA 1866)

Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education) (Hons)

MOHE/MQA: (R2/143/6/0214) 04/29 (MQA/FA 1746)

Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education) (Hons) – Online

MOHE/MQA: R2-(DL/143/6/0125) 04/29 (MQA/FA 1872)

Bachelor of Education (Hons)

MOHE/MQA: (R2/142/6/0014) 01/29 (MQA/FA 1704)

Bachelor of Education (Hons) – Online

MOHE/MQA: R2-(DL/142/6/0014) 01/29 (MQA/FA 1859)

Bachelor of Fashion Design with Marketing (Hons)

MOHE/MQA: (N/214/6/0225) 02/27 (MQA/PA 15201)

Bachelor of Finance (Fintech) (Hons)

MOHE/MQA: N/0412/6/0010 (10/28) MQA/PA 16700

Bachelor of Finance (Fintech) (Hons) – Online

MOHE/MQA: (N-DL/0412/6/0011) 08/28 (MQA/PA 16701)

Bachelor of Information Technology (Hons)

MOHE/MQA: (R2/481/6/0155) 02/29 (MQA/FA 1697)

Bachelor of Information Technology (Hons) – Online

MOHE/MQA: (R2/481/6/0170) 02/29 (MQA/FA 1857)

Bachelor of Psychology (Hons)

MOHE/MQA: (N/311/6/0115) 09/27 (MQA/FA 13904)

Bachelor of Psychology (Hons) – Online

MOHE/MQA: N-(DL/311/6/0117) 12/27 (MQA/PA 13962)

Certificate in Art and Design

MOHE/MQA: (N/214/3/0196)(11/26)(MQA/PA15141)

Certificate in Business Studies

MOHE/MQA: (N/340/3/0769)(04/24)(MQA/FA11476)

Certificate in Business Studies – Online

MOHE/MQA: (N-DL/0414/3/0002)(05/27)(MQA/PA15231)

Diploma in Accounting

MOHE/MQA: (R2/344/4/0082) 02/27 (MQA/FA 1705)

Diploma in Animation Design

MOHE/MQA: (N/213/4/0366) 09/27 (MQA/FA 13902)

Diploma in Business Administration

MOHE/MQA: (R2/345/4/0154) 02/27 (MQA/FA 1709)

Diploma in Business Administration – Online

MOHE/MQA: (R2-DL/345/4/0159) 04/27 (MQA/FA 1864)

Diploma in Early Childhood Education

MOHE/MQA: (R2/143/4/0023) 01/29 (MQA/FA 1703)

Diploma in Early Childhood Education – Online

MOHE/MQA: (R2-DL/143/4/0028) 05/29 (MQA/FA 1883)

Diploma in Fashion Design

MOHE/MQA: (N/214/4/0220) 09/27 (MQA/FA13947)

Diploma in Information Technology

MOHE/MQA: (R2/481/4/0152) 02/27 (MQA/FA 1696)

Diploma in Information Technology – Online

Diploma in Interior Design

MOHE/MQA: (N/214/4/0221) 09/27 (MQA/FA 13903)

Diploma in Logistics Management

MOHE/MQA: (R/345/4/0895) 12/27 (MQA/FA 6635)

Diploma in Logistics Management – Online

MOHE/MQA: (N-DL/345/4/1185) 06/26 (MQA/PA13960)

Diploma in Psychology

MOHE/MQA: (N/311/4/0122) 09/27 (MQA/PA 13954)

Diploma in Psychology – Online

MOHE/MQA: (N/311/4/0123) 09/27 (MQA/PA 13955)

Doctor of Business Administration – Online

MOHE/MQA: (N-DL/340/7/0786) 10/28 (MQA/PA 15067)

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Education

MOHE/MQA: (R/142/8/0012) 10/27 (MQA/FA 3855)

Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration

MOHE/MQA: (R/345/8/0486) 02/26 (MQA/FA3740)

Doctor of Philosophy in Management

MOHE/MQA: (R/345/8/0487) 10/27 (MQA/FA 3741)

Doctor of Philosophy Information Technology

MOHE/MQA: (R2-DL/482/8/0144) 01/29 (MQA/FA 1743)

Foundation in Arts

MOHE/MQA: (N/010/3/0551) 06/26 (MQA/FA 14660)

Foundation in Arts – Online

MOHE/MQA: (N-DL/0011/3/0001) 04/27 (MQA/PA 15329)

Foundation in Information Technology

MOHE/MQA: (R2/010/3/0424) 01/27 (MQA/FA 1700)

Foundation in Information Technology – Online

MOHE/MQA: (N-DL/0011/3/0005) 06/27 (MQA/FA 15716)

Foundation in Management

MOHE/MQA: (R2/010/3/0427) 02/27 (MQA/FA 1742)

Foundation in Management – Online

MOHE/MQA: R2-(DL/010/3/0462) 06/27 (MQA/FA 2222)

Master of Business Administration

MOHE/MQA: (R2/340/7/0129) 02/27 (MQA/FA 1712)

Master of Business Administration – Online

MOHE/MQA: (R2-DL/0414/7/0139) 02/27 (MQA/FA 1756)

Master of Education (Early Childhood Education) – Online

MOHE/MQA: (R2-DL/143/7/0027) 04/27 (MQA/FA 1873)

Master of Education (Educational Leadership & Management)

MOHE/MQA: (R2/142/7/0009) 04/27 (MQA/FA 1751)

Master of Education (Educational Leadership & Management) – Online

MOHE/MQA: (R2-DL/142/7/0007) 04/27 (MQA/FA 1877)

Master of Education (Instructional Technology) – Online

MOHE/MQA: (N-DL/142/7/0033) 10/26 (MQA/PA15069)

Master of Education (Teaching of English as a Second Language) – Online

MOHE/MQA: R2-(DL/145/7/0017) 04/27 (MQA/FA 1876)

Master of Information Technology

MOHE/MQA: (R2/481/7/0158) 01/27 (MQA/FA 1699)

Master of Information Technology – Online

MOHE/MQA: (N-DL/482/7/0166) 11/25 (MQA/PA 13958)

Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) – Online

MOHE/MQA: (R/145/7/0053) 02/25 (MQA/FA 4929)

UPSI-UNITAR Dual-Degree Programme Bachelor of Education (Hons) (TESL)

MOHE/MQA: (MQA/FA 10538)(R2/142/6/0014)(01/29)(MQA/FA 1704)

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PhD (Educational Technology) - Centre for Instructional Technology and Multimedia

Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Technology are research programmes offered throughout the year. These programmes are offered as full-time and part-time modes to qualified Malaysian and International Students to do independent research supervised by their respective lecturers in the field of educational technology. As the field of educational technology is dynamic, new areas/fields of studies are always emerging as newer technological tools and developments become available. Upon graduation, students may beemployment as teacher, lecturer, trainer, instructional designer etc. in both public and private sectors.

Research Thrust Areas:

Instructional Design and Technology

• Instructional Strategies
• Visual Communication
• Instructional Systems Development
• Instructional Design Model
• Evaluation of Instructional Technology
• Multimedia Design

Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in Education/Training

• Human Computer Interaction
• Instructional Multimedia
• Mobile Learning
• Social Media Based Learning

Management and Utilization of Instructional Technology

• Management of Educational / Traininf Resources
• Instructional Innovation
• Technology Leadership

Performance Technology

• Assistive / Adaptive Technology
• Gamed-based Learning
• Persuasive Technology
• Virtual Reality / 3D / Augmented Reality

Expertise available in the following Centre: Centre for Instructional Technology and Multimedia

Applicants should possess one of the following:

• A Master's degree in research mode; or
• A Master’s degree in related area with CGPA 3.00/4; or
• A Master’s degree in related area with CGPA 2.50-2.99/4 with additional requirements

(Applicable for International Applicants Only)

The minimum score for each programme can be vary from the below list, candidates are required to check for each programme requirements.

• A minimum of Band 5 for IELTS; or
• A minimum score of 40 for TOEFL (Internet-based); or
• A minimum of Band 7.5 for TOEFL Essentials (Online); or
• A minimum score of 154 for Cambridge English: Advance (CAE)/Proficiency (CPE) /Preliminary (PET) /First (FCE)/ Linguaskill Online min. score 154; or
• A minimum score of 47 for Pearson Test of English (PTE); or
• A minimum of Band 107 for CIEP Level (ELS); or
• A minimum of Band 3.5 for Malaysian University English Test (MUET)

Exemption is given to candidate if:

• English is the candidate’s mother tongue or National Language; or
• Candidate graduated from an Institution of Higher Learning in which the medium of instruction at Bachelor and/or Master degree level is English (statement of proof required)
• Full-time: Min 4 semesters / Max 10 semesters
• Part-time: Min 6 semesters / Max 15 semesters

** Fees are subject to change

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Doctor of Philosophy

University tun abdul razak.

• Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

The Doctor of Philosophy program aims to nurture graduates to be researchers and scholars who are capable of generating critical, creative, and original research ideas and formulating theoretical propositions for extensive academic research in the business and management discipline that leads to a significant contribution to academia, industry, and society.

PhD (Education)

Globalnxt university.

Distance Learning

The Ph.D. in Education is a three years research-based program delivered completely online. The program is meant for individuals who wish to prepare themselves for a career as an educator or accelerate their current career prospects to the next level. With the ever-growing pace of technology and ever-changing learning needs, continuous innovation has become a necessity for the sustenance of the global economy. The program is designed to foster talent for the education sector as demanded by today’s knowledge-based economy.

PhD in Computing

Asia pacific university of technology & innovation (apu).

Full time, Part time

Why our APU Ph.D. by Research Programme? You will be assigned to a group of highly qualified supervisors; Wide range of latest research areas in the fields of computing and business administration areas; We have our regular research workshops, colloquium, and seminars facilitated by local and international academicians and professionals; Comprehensive Student Support Services; Resourceful online databases.

PhD in Computing - Online

Why our APU Ph.D. by research program? You will be assigned to a group of highly qualified supervisors; a Wide range of the latest research areas in the fields of computing.

PhD in Engineering

Phd in finance, phd in islamic finance (by coursework & dissertation), inceif university.

INCEIF has set the benchmark for excellence in industry research. Our renowned scholars and seasoned industry leaders strive to create a nurturing environment where exceptional minds can flourish, driving progress and development in the realm of Islamic finance. PhD in Islamic Finance by Coursework and Dissertation is an intensive programme designed for students who require exposure to coursework before pursuing research in Islamic finance.

PhD in Islamic Finance (by Research)

The Ph.D. in Islamic Finance program is an innovative, multidisciplinary, and research-based doctoral program that imparts the required analytical and investigative skills to further expand your theoretical knowledge. Moreover, the programs enable you to acquire a comprehensive understanding of Islamic finance and enhance the ability to analyze and interpret developments in the rapidly growing Islamic financial services market.

PhD in Management

Phd in management - online.

Why our APU Ph.D. by research program? You will be assigned to a group of highly qualified supervisors; a Wide range of the latest research areas in the fields of management.

PhD in Technology

Phd in technology - online.

Why our APU Ph.D. by research program? You will be assigned to a group of highly qualified supervisors; a Wide range of the latest research areas in the fields of technology.

Doctor of Philosophy (Business)

Sunway university.

• Shah Alam, Malaysia

Our Ph.D. in Business provides you with opportunities to undertake extensive investigation within your chosen business field and you are encouraged to develop new ideas or employ well-thought-out methodologies to produce noteworthy theoretical and practical contributions. You will utilize the best-suited research design to explore and/or test informed ideas. The outcome of your research extends the frontiers of knowledge and you will disseminate the scholarly findings to peers and practitioners, through academic and professional networks, conferences/seminars, and even publications.

Doctor of Philosophy (Business) (Research)

Taylor’s university.

• Subang Jaya, Malaysia

Candidates pursuing the PhD (Business) must develop an independent thinking approach and a unique expertise in their own research interest. Independent research requires diligent and thorough investigation into a topic with the aim of formulating new and original ideas, findings and theories.

Doctor of Philosophy (Computing)

Candidates for the Doctor of Philosophy in Computing at Sunway University will be leaders and innovators in the fields of computing, information, and communications technology. This research-driven program aims to further develop your research skills in one of a number of crucial areas of computing. Working closely with your supervisors, you will be exposed to the many aspects of research activity including critical analysis of literature, identifying areas of contribution, compiling information, and communicating ideas through journal publications and conference presentations.

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PhD Degrees in Malaysia

If you need the best study environment in Asia, enroll to the tertiary education in Malaysia. This is a country with rich culture and vast activities to leave you entertained and relaxed as you study in the country

Requirements for the PhD program often involve the student having already obtained a Master’s degree. Additionally, a thesis or dissertation primarily consisting of original academic research must be submitted. In some countries, this work may even need to be defended in front of a panel.

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UPM also offers more than 290 fields of study for programme by research that include: Master of Veterinary Science (M.V.Sc.) Master of Science (M.S.) Master of Arts (M.A) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Doctor of Engineering (Deng) Doktor Falsafah (PhD) by Retrospective The study cluster categories outlined below are applicable solely to postgraduates enrolled in UPM from Semester 1 of 2023/2024 session onwards.  For any inquiries, please contact the Students Financial Section at  [email protected] .

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