Here are a few updates regarding Ph.D. admissions in Malaysia.
September 2023
The Master of Computer Science is offered on a full-time and part-time basis. The full-time and part-time programme is offered only at the UTM Main Campus in Johor Bahru. The duration of study for the full-time programme is subjected to the student’s entry qualifications and lasts between one and half (2) years to a maximum of four (4) years.
Course: Master of Computer Science
Deadline: September – November for Februray intake.
The institute has four basic schools offering graduate programs in Arts, Science, Engineering and Medical, Dental and Health Sciences. Programs may be coursework based, research based or a combination of both.
course: Master of Business Administration – Double Degree
Intake : October
UCSI University provides academic programs at undergraduate and postgraduates levels. These include programs in business, engineering, architecture, medicine, pharmacy, nursing, applied science, music, and social science.
Course: DBA ( Doctor of Business Administration)
Duration: Minimum 3 years
Intake: January, May and September
Taylor’s University is a leading private education institution of Malaysia prominently accomplishing highest standards and recognitions since its inception in the year 1969.The PhD in Engineering programme offered by School of Engineering aims at equipping students with an expanded mental capacity capable of carrying out advanced research in a chosen field and contribute to new knowledge.
Intakes: January, March, June, August, October
Graduates of the Master of Science in Computer Science (by Research) will have competencies in theory and practice of ICT and Computer Science. They will be well-equipped with analytical and problem-solving skills to work as senior consultants or in managerial positions in their field of study. On successful completion of the programme, the graduates will also be awarded with a degree from Lancaster University. They will be awarded two certificates, making them graduates of both Sunway University and Lancaster University.
Intakes: Rolling intake
Duration: 2 years (full-time) & 3 years ( part-time)
August 2023
UTAR is one of the leading progressive private universities in Malaysia where excellence in teaching and research are encouraged, nurtured and pursued for a greater educational experience. The Unit performs a major role in coordinating the implementation of research projects, and provision of professional support for research activities.
Course: Doctor of Philosophy Computer Science
Intake: Open throughout the Year.
UCSI University is a vibrant community of learning and scholarship. UCSI University has long impacted the national higher education landscape and the University continues to do so with its wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
Course: Doctor of philosophy in Computer Science.
Intakes: September 2023.
UOW Malaysia offers prestigious research programs in disciplines such as Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, IoT (Internet of Things) / Industry 4.0 and Mechanical Engineering. These programs have a flexible duration, spanning from 3 to 8 years, to accommodate both full-time and part-time students.
Intake Date: 8 September 2023.
The University Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN) offers several programs in the field of computing and informatics. The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Information & Communication Technology (ICT) program is aimed at providing PhD Degree holders with the ability to develop a new/novel knowledge, and expand existing knowledge and application of computing solutions in the organization, society, and worldwide.
Course: Doctor of Philosophy in Information & Communication Technology.
Intake: September 2023.
July 2023
June 2023
Monash University Malaysia offers a research-based PhD in Engineering program. Eligible applicants require a bachelor’s degree with Honours or a relevant master’s degree with research experience. Funding opportunities are available.
Application Intake Deadline: The program has rolling intakes throughout the year, subject to supervision availability.
Intake periods: February 2024: Monday, 26 February, and July 2024: Monday, 22 July
UKM’s Faculty of Information Science and Technology aims to provide advanced education and research opportunities to candidates who are interested in pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Computer Science Engineering. The program focuses on producing graduates who are equipped with cutting-edge skills and knowledge in the field of computer science engineering and are able to contribute to the development of the industry and society as a whole.
Intake Periods:
- Coursework and mixed-mode PhD programs are open twice a year
- October-November for February intake
- April-May for September intake
- Research mode programs can be applied for at any time throughout the year
Deadline:
- Coursework and mixed-mode PhD program application deadline is November 30, 2023, for February 2024 intake, and May 31, 2024, for September 2024 intake
- No specific deadline for research mode programs, as applications are accepted throughout the year.
Universiti Malaya aims to provide a high-quality education to students in the field of Computer Science Engineering through its Doctorate of Philosophy (Ph.D.) program. The program is designed to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to become experts in the field of computer science and information technology.
Intake periods: The Doctorate of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Computer Science Engineering program at Universiti Malaya has two intake periods: October Intake, and March Intake
Deadline: The deadline for the October intake is usually in July, and the deadline for the March intake is typically in December.
Fee: RM 54,000
Universiti Sains Malaysia offers a Doctorate of Philosophy in Computer Science and Information Technology for the academic session 2023-2024. The university’s goal is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of computer science and information technology research and to produce graduates who are capable of conducting high-quality research in these fields.
For Coursework/Mixed Mode Programs:
- Intake periods are in Semester 1 of the academic session 2023-2024
- Application deadline for Malaysian students is September 30, 2023
- Application deadline for international students is June 15, 2023
For Research Mode Programs:
- Applications are accepted year-round
May 2023
Southampton Malaysia (UoSM), the leading UK university in Malaysia. They are currently offering a range of globally recognized programmes across the fields of Engineering, Business, and Computer Science.
Deadline:
Application intake deadline for international students -13 May 2023.
For Malaysia students – 12 July 2023.
The programme enables students to undertake specialised and applied in-depth research work in computer science, mobile computing, network security, software engineering, business analytics, multimedia and games development, and other relevant areas as well as emerging disciplines, which can contribute to the body of knowledge and the enhancement of technologies.
The research fields are (Information Systems) ,Innovation and Technology, Data Science
Intake:
January, May & September
Fees – From RM 49,800
The PhD in informatics is an independent research contributing towards the science of information, the practice of information processing, and the engineering of information systems. They are offering scholarship for students.
Study Method: Full time
Intake: January, April, June & August.
Universiti Malaysia Pahang currently offers graduate studies by research at Master’s and Doctoral levels. For a PhD degree the minimum time period is 36 months and the maximum time period for researchers is 72 months. For part time , minimum time period is 48 months and the maximum time period for researcher is 96 months.
February 2023
The research-based program is offered in diverse areas in Science and Technology to provide students with the opportunity to experience the research process.
Deadline: Throughout the year
Intake: October until November and every April until May.
The Doctorate of Philosophy is the Faculty of Applied Sciences’ leading postgraduate credential. Bringing together the best minds from academia and the industry, the programme sees academics working in tandem with their students on research in diverse fields.
Intake: Open throughout the year
Course Duration: 3 years
This PhD program consists of an extensive, independent research project in your discipline of choice, supported by a minimum of two academic supervisors throughout your candidature.
Intake: Throughout the year
Fees: In 2023, the annual tuition fees for this course are:
RM44,500 for Malaysian students
RM49,000 for international students.
The main focus of the research lies in the development of various intelligent systems and computational techniques which can be applied to a wide range of real-world problems.
Intake: February, April, June and September
Start date: February, April, June and September 2023
January 2023
The Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) is among Malaysia’s Premier Private Universities and is where a unique fusion of technology, innovation, and creativity works effectively toward transforming students into highly competent, employable, and future-proof professionals.
Course Intakes (Ph.D)-Full Time: 07 Feb 2023, 04 Apr 2023, 06 Jun 2023.
Course Intakes (Ph.D)-Part Time: 07 Mar 2023, 02 May 2023.
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Programme Intake (Ph.D): Feb, Sept.
Modes of Study: Part/Full-Time Available.
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Intakes: There are three intakes per year. All programmes are offered in March, June and September/October intakes.
Note: International students are required to submit applications two month before semester begins.
Read more…December 2022
All postgraduate research programmes (excluding postgraduate research programme in the School of Economics)
Application details:
Application deadline:
Malaysian: 11 January 2023
International: 21 November 2022
Registration period (including registration deadline): 2 January 2023 – 24 February 2023
A PhD in Information Technology at Monash University takes the form of the Monash Doctoral Program – a PhD for the 21st century. The program consists of extensive, independent research on an agreed chosen topic, supported by a minimum of two academic supervisors.
Duration: 3 years
Tuition fee: 30,216 EUR/year
Apply date: Anytime
Start date: Anytime
Candidates of the Doctor of Philosophy in Computing at Sunway University will be leaders and innovators in the fields of computing, information and communications technology.
Duration: 3 years
Apply date: January 2023
Start date: Mar 2023
The Science programme of Taylor’s University is a research-based program offered in the School of Biosciences. The School’s research strategy provides students with the opportunity to experience the research process to instill the passion for discovery.
Duration: 3 years
Tuition fee: 4,719 EUR/year
Apply date: January 2023
Start date: Mar 2023
The Doctor of Philosophy (Engineering) programme provides professionals in-depth knowledge of Engineering, thus shaping the ability to solve research and engineering problems effectively.
Duration: 3 years
Start date: January 2023
November 2022
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, located in Skudai, Johor is a public, the research-intensive university ranked among one of the top universities in Malaysia. Universiti Teknologi Malaysia programs include 35+ UG and 70+ PG taught and research programs through its 7 faculties in full-time and part-time mode. UTM also offers a foundation program to provide students with basic engineering, science, and social science knowledge.
Application details:
For postgraduates for the February Semester, the application is open from September to November.
For the September semester, the applications are available from March to June.
Tuition Fees : For Coursework & Mixed Mode-21,350(MYR)
For Research 18,350 (MYR).
Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), formally known as Universiti Pertanian Malaysia is one of the leading research universities in Malaysia. Founded in 1931 as School of agriculture, the university offers undergraduate, postgraduate courses with a primary focus on agricultural sciences and its related fields.
Application Details: Deadline for late registration for programs by research new students.:6 January 2023
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) or The National University of Malaysia is one of the top public universities in Bangi, Malaysia. It is ranked 129 in QS World University Rankings 2023.One of the important factors when considering a master’s degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master’s programme.
Application Status: Intake for coursework and mixed mode are open twice a year, which is every October until Nov(for the next February intake) and every April until May (for the September intake).
Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman is a private institution founded in 2002. The university opened its door to a batch of 411 students on the Petaling Jaya campus. Currently, the university has an annual enrollment of more than 22,000 students at its campuses in Kampar, Perak and Bandar Sungai Long, Selangor. The university has international students from more than 30 countries coming for higher education in Malaysia.
Application Details:
- For international students-mixed mode/course work the application is closing on November 1st, 2022.
- For research the application is closing on 23rd December 2022.
- For Malaysian students- Mixed mode/course work the application date is closing on January 6th, 2023.
- For research the application opening date is November 1st, 2022.
- Postgraduate by Research -Open throughout the year
Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) was established on 10 January 1997 and is a leading private university in Malaysia. The university conducts extensive research activities in collaboration with PETRONAS and other institutions and industries, locally and abroad, on six research focuses and niche areas. They are self-sustainable building, transport infrastructure, health analytics, hydrocarbon recovery, contaminant management and autonomous systems.
Application details:
For the January 2023 semester, the application closing date for course work is December 31st, 2022 and for the Research, the closing date is 28 February 2023.
SEGi University Kota Damansara has been providing higher education since 1977. SEGi University offers numerous levels of study, from certificate and foundation programs to undergraduate and postgraduate studies. Programs in a wide variety of fields are available, including business, accounting, creative arts, engineering, and health science.
Ph.D. in information technology:
- Duration period :3 Years.
- Tuition fees: $US 3,600
Ph.D. In Engineering:
- Duration period : 3 Years.
- Tuition fees: $US 5,837.
Application details:
Admission: currently open.
Duration time :3 years.
October 2022
Universiti Malaya is committed to conduct teaching and learning, carry out research and provide quality services on a global level, generate and enhance knowledge through continuous improvement efforts for the benefit of all stakeholders, especially Universiti Malaya’s students. The candidate is greatly encouraged to carry out PhD research in the field of Social Sciences, Humanities, Economics & Businesses that is multidisciplinary and comparative in nature encompassing any country or region within Asia and Europe. Applications must be done via online.
Application Status: Applications for Semester 1 (October) Intake, Academic Session 2022/2023 is open from 9 March 2022 until 31 December 2022.
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Application Status: Opened for PhD.
Deadline: Varies with course.
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Application Status: Opened for PhD.
Read more…Sunway University, one of Malaysia’s leading private universities which is a strictly not-for-profit institution and dedicated to quality education, supporting enterprise, and undertaking research focused on key global problems.
Application Status: Opened for PhD.
Read more…Widad University College academic packages delivered internally are Medicine, Health Sciences, Nursing, IT, Social Sciences and Education. The Business and Management based programme shall be delivered on an Online Distance Learning basis.
Intake: February, September (PhD program).
Duration: 36-72 months (Full time), 48-96 months (Part time).
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Duration: 3-5 years (PhD program).
Intakes: Yearly admission based on New Era University College academic calendar.
Read more…September 2022
This PhD program consists of an extensive, independent research project in your discipline of choice, supported by a minimum of two academic supervisors throughout your candidature. Your study will result in a research thesis of 100,000 words, which makes a valuable contribution to the current body of knowledge on your chosen topic
Study Method: Full time/Part Time
Duration: 3-4 years (full-time) or 6-8 years (part-time)
Intake: Throughout the year (subject to availability of supervision)
HELP University offers the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Education (Mixed-Mode) programme beginning August 2020. The aim of this programme is to provide learners with a comprehensive coursework cum research study. Learners will develop a deep understanding of both subject specialization and research in one of the three disciplines, i.e. i. Educational Management, ii. Early Childhood Education, and iii. Teaching of English as a Second Language.
Study Method: Full time
Duration: 3-year
Intake: September
A Master’s Degree (Malaysian Qualification Framework, Level 6) or equivalent (accepted by HEP) in related fields. Applications are admitted who meet the course requirements and whose research interests match those of an available member of the doctoral faculty.
Study Method: Full time/Part Time
Duration: 3-6 years / 4-8 years
Intake: January, March, June, August, October
The Doctor of Philosophy programme 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 an extensive academic research in the business and management discipline that leads to a significant contribution to academia, industry, and society.
Study Method: Full time/Part Time
Duration: Full Time: 3 year (Minimum), Part Time: 4 years (Minimum)
Intake: March, July, November
IUKL offers various home-grown Full time and Part Time Masters and Doctorate (PhD) programmes in the discipline of Architecture, Built Environment, Business, Communication, Education, Engineering & Information Technology.
Study Method: Full time/Part Time
Duration: Full Time: 3 year, Part Time: 4 years
Intake: March, June and September / October
August 2022
Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) is among the most diverse university in Malaysia, located in Kuala Lumpur, one of the most vibrant cities in Asia.
Note: For International Students, they must apply 2 months in advance to process the Application, Student Pass (visa) and other accommodation arrangements.
Application Status: Opened for Masters and PhD.
USM offers more than 300 programmes that can be chosen from the field of Sciences, Arts, Medical, Dentistry, Engineering, Social Sciences, Humanities, Education and more relevant fields that are required in the current era.
Application Deadline: Varies with course.
Read more…Taylor’s University is a private university in Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia. It is often regarded as Malaysia’s top private university in Malaysia based on the QS World University Rankings. Taylor’s Postgraduate Research Programme facilitates our students to develop in-deep knowledge and experience within the field of study by completing a significant research project under the supervision of an academic.
Application Deadline: Varies with course.
Read more…UUM offers a number of academic programmes especially geared towards providing a broad spectrum of knowledge and intellectual skills in various management areas.
Note: International applicants are encouraged to apply at least three months before the deadline.
Application Deadline: Varies with the course and students (Local & International).
Read more…UiTM offers more than 500 academic programmes to fulfil the current demands of the industry. More than 180,000 enrolled students at Foundation, Pre-Diploma, Diploma Bachelor’s, Master’s and PhD level, as well as Professional Programmes.
Note: It is important to check the cut-off date for the chosen programme.
Application Deadline: Applications for postgraduate studies are open throughout the year with no closing dates.
Read more…Universiti Malaysia Pahang is a public technical university in Pahang, Malaysia. It was formerly known as Kolej Universiti Kejuruteraan dan Teknologi Malaysia. UMP currently offers graduate studies by research at Masters and Doctoral levels.
Application Deadline: Varies with the program.
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Application Deadline: Varies with program.
Read more…July 2022
This is one of the oldest universities in Malaysia. It conducts research in 12 faculties covering numerous subjects. It is home to the Asia Europe Institute as well.
Application for,
Semester 1- Session 2022/2023 is now open until 15 July 2022.
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia known for its research in faculties and associated research institutes.
Application opened in two phases:
- October to November (February admission the following year)
- April to May (September admission).
This university was started in 1971.Many financial scholarship programmes are offered in connection with this university for doctoral and post-doctoral studied.
Application:
- Closing date for September admission:20 May
- Closing date for February admission: 20 October
University Technology Malaysia (also known as UTM) is a public research University in Malaysia and a research-intensive university in engineering, science and technology. UTM Specialisation in pure sciences and engineering as well as technology are available at this university.
Application:
- Closing date for September admission: 30 May
- Closing date for February admission: 30 October
Note: Application for PhD by research-mode is open throughout the year and registration will be in February, May, September and November.
May 2023
May 2023
Southampton Malaysia (UoSM), the leading UK university in Malaysia. They are currently offering a range of globally recognized programmes across the fields of Engineering, Business, and Computer Science.
Deadline:
Application intake deadline for international students -13 May 2023.
For Malaysia students – 12 July 2023.
The programme enables students to undertake specialised and applied in-depth research work in computer science, mobile computing, network security, software engineering, business analytics, multimedia and games development, and other relevant areas as well as emerging disciplines, which can contribute to the body of knowledge and the enhancement of technologies.
The research fields are (Information Systems) ,Innovation and Technology, Data Science
Intake:
January, May & September
Fees – From RM 49,800
The PhD in informatics is an independent research contributing towards the science of information, the practice of information processing, and the engineering of information systems. They are offering scholarship for students.
Study Method: Full time
Intake: January, April, June & August.
Universiti Malaysia Pahang currently offers graduate studies by research at Master’s and Doctoral levels. For a PhD degree the minimum time period is 36 months and the maximum time period for researchers is 72 months. For part time , minimum time period is 48 months and the maximum time period for researcher is 96 months.
Southampton Malaysia (UoSM), the leading UK university in Malaysia. They are currently offering a range of globally recognized programmes across the fields of Engineering, Business, and Computer Science.
Deadline:
Application intake deadline for international students -13 May 2023.
For Malaysia students – 12 July 2023.
The programme enables students to undertake specialised and applied in-depth research work in computer science, mobile computing, network security, software engineering, business analytics, multimedia and games development, and other relevant areas as well as emerging disciplines, which can contribute to the body of knowledge and the enhancement of technologies.
The research fields are (Information Systems) ,Innovation and Technology, Data Science
Intake:
January, May & September
Fees – From RM 49,800
The PhD in informatics is an independent research contributing towards the science of information, the practice of information processing, and the engineering of information systems. They are offering scholarship for students.
Study Method: Full time
Intake: January, April, June & August.
Universiti Malaysia Pahang currently offers graduate studies by research at Master’s and Doctoral levels. For a PhD degree the minimum time period is 36 months and the maximum time period for researchers is 72 months. For part time , minimum time period is 48 months and the maximum time period for researcher is 96 months.
