Doctor Of Philosophy (PhD) in Social Science - Local Students
- Description
- Curriculum
a) A Master’s Degree (Level 7 Malaysian Qualifications Framework, MQF| or equivalent and candidates must have completed at least one (1) of their earlier Degree (Master’s or Bachelor’s) in Computing or related to computing. OR
b) A Bachelor’s Degree (Level 6 Malaysian Qualifications Framework, MQF) with the following conditions:
- A Bachelor’s Degree (Level 6 Malaysian Qualifications Framework, MQF) in the field or related fields with first-class (CGPA of 3.67 or higher) or its equivalent from an academic or Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programme;
- Undergo internal assessment;
- Any other requirements of the HEP. OR
c) A Bachelor’s Degree (Level 6 Malaysian Qualifications Framework, MQF) 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 vear 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 by the HEP; and
- Approval of the HEP Senate. OR
d) Other qualifications equivalent to a Master Degree (Level 7 Malaysian Qualifications Framework, MQF) in the field or related fields recognised by the HEP Senate.
International students must have proof of good proficiency in verbal and written English. For example: Obtain Minimum score of 550 in Test of English as a foreign Language (TOEFL iBT) or minimum band 5.5 in International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or its equivalent.
Duration
- Full time – Minimum 3 years, Maximum 8 years
- Part Time – Minimum 5 years, Maximum 10 years