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Doctor of Philosophy inEngineering Science

Experience groundbreaking education tailored for aspiring engineers poised to lead the technological innovations of tomorrow. Our programme empowers you to directly collaborate with industry leaders, seamlessly integrating academic rigor with hands-on industrial experience. You will engage in cutting-edge projects that address pressing engineering challenges, fostering innovation that can be directly applied to enhance company technologies, processes, and competitiveness.

Why Study with Us

With a curriculum grounded in intensive research and comprehensive analysis, develop your skills to drive scientific progress while honing essential leadership and strategic thinking abilities. Ultimately, this prepares you to lead the charge in academia and industry as a pioneer of progress.

As a learner, participate in cutting-edge projects addressing real-world engineering challenges, fueling innovation that enhances company technologies, processes and competitiveness.

Our Advantage

Flexibility and Convenience

Conduct Your Research at Your Own Workplace: We understand your time and resource demands, so our programme is designed to fit seamlessly into your professional life. You can conduct your research within your workplace environment, allowing you to integrate academic pursuits with your ongoing professional responsibilities. This flexibility ensures you can maintain a healthy work-life balance while advancing your education and career.

Real-World Application

Directly Apply Your Research Findings to Address Real-World Challenges:

Our research programme is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to be directly applied to solve real-world challenges in your field. By focusing on practical application, your research will contribute to academic knowledge and generate tangible benefits and innovations that can be implemented in your industry. This practical approach ensures that your research is theoretical and has a real impact.

Industry-Driven

Development of Innovative Solutions to Industry Challenges: We collaborate closely with industry partners to ensure our research aligns with current and future market needs. This industry-driven approach means that you will work on projects that are highly relevant to your field, developing cutting-edge solutions to the challenges faced by your industry. This enhances the impact of your research and increases your value as a professional, positioning you as a leader in your sector.

Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering Science Course Essentials Quick Facts

Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering Science Course Overview

All the facts and figures about your study programme at a glance

Study Model

Online ODL

3 to 6 Years – Full Time
4 to 8 Years – Part Time
Online ODL

Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering Science

Research mode

Language

English

Accreditation & Recognition

Accreditation

Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA)
(MQA/PA 17413)

Fees & Scholarships*

Tuition Fees

RM33,000

Scholarships Available

Study Duration

Study Start

Jan, May & Sept Terms

Duration

3 to 6 Years – Full Time
4 to 8 Years – Part Time

Top Core Courses

Get a head start on your career with our Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering Science. Here are some core courses designed to equip you with the most relevant and up-to-date skill set:
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Your Learning Pathway: From Basics to Mastery

Full Time

YEAR 1: BUILDING THE FOUNDATION Full Time

Conceptualising your research and defending your proposal

YEAR 2: CONDUCTING YOUR RESEARCH Full Time

Fieldwork, data collection, analysis and thesis writing

YEAR 3: REFINEMENT OF THESIS AND VIVA VOCE & Full Time

Pre-viva voce of findings and oral examination of thesis

Online (ODL) Part-Time

YEAR 1: BUILDING THE FOUNDATION Online (ODL), Part Time

Conceptualising your research

YEAR 2: DEFENDING YOUR PROPOSAL Online (ODL), Part Time

Refining research proposal and preliminary data collection

YEAR 3: CONDUCTING YOUR RESEARCH Online (ODL), Part Time

Fieldwork, data collection, analysis, thesis writing

YEAR 4: REFINEMENT OF THESIS AND VIVA VOCE & Online (ODL), Part Time

Pre-viva voce of findings and oral examination of thesis

Research Areas

List of Research Areas
No. List of Research Areas for PhD in Engineering Science
1 Electrical & Electronics
2 Electricity and energy
3 Electronics and automation
4 Mechatronics
5 Manufacturing Processes
6 Manufacturing Systems
7 Construction Management
8 Building and construction
9 Engineering
10 Engineering technology
11 Computer Engineering

Study Content

Core Courses
No. Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
1 TRM505/00 Research Methods 0
2 TES707/00 Thesis 0
Total 0

Admission

Entry Requirements

Regular:

  1. A master’s degree in the field or related fields accepted by the Higher Education Providers (HEP) Senate;
  2. Other qualifications equivalent to a master’s degree recognized by the Government of Malaysia.

iii.  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.

Bachelor’s degree with the following conditions:

  1. A bachelor’s degree in the field or related fields with first-class (Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.67 or higher) or its equivalent from an academic or Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programme; undergo internal assessment; and any other requirements of the higher education providers (HEP).

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

  1. within one year for full time and within two years for part-time candidates;
  2. having shown competency and capability in conducting research at doctorallevel through rigorous internal evaluation by the HEP; and

vii.  approval of the HEP Senate.

Note: Candidates registered for Master’s Degrees may opt to convert their registration after a year to the doctoral Degree, subject to approval by the postgraduate committee of the HEPs

Note: For International students, Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 500 or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 5.0 or its equivalent. If a student does not meet this requirement, higher education providers (HEPs) must offer English proficiency courses to ensure that the student’s proficiency is sufficient to meet the needs of the programme. This is normally conducted through an assessment process.

APEL Entry: Turning Experience into Credentials

APEL (Level 8, MQF):

  1. i. At least 35 years of age in the year of application.
  2. Possess at least a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualifications (or those with higher qualifications, e.g., Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma).

iii.  Possess at least 5 years of relevant work experience after completion of the Bachelor’s degree programme.

Pass the APEL.A assessment for Doctorate level

Future Career Paths with a Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering Science

Some specific career prospects include:
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Researcher
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Education Consultant
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Engineering Manager
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R&D Engineer
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Policy Advisor
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Technical Advisor
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Technical Writer

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Meet Our Faculty Members

Our faculty members blend academic excellence with rich industry experience, ensuring your education is both rigorous and practically relevant. Committed to your success, they equip you with the insights and skills essential for navigating the dynamic landscape of technology and engineering.

Assoc. Prof. Ts. Dr. Sean Tan Koon Tatt

Dean & Associate Professor

Dr. Mohd Hezri Marzaki

Deputy Dean

Professor Ts. Dr. Yap Eng Hwa

Professor

Prof. Dr. Sr. Abdul Rashid Abdul Aziz

Professor

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