The main aim of this Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Degree Programme is to enable graduates to continue their studies at a higher level by conducting research in a particular field related to education. This programme is offered on a full-time or part-time basis.

Research Fields:

Science & Mathematics Education

• Science Education
• Mathematics Education
• Vocational & Technical Education
• Science, Technology & Society
• Education for Sustainable Development

Curriculum & Instruction

• Curriculum Studies
• Primary Education
• Early Childhood Education
• Multicultural Education
• Distance Education 

Educational Psychology, Psychometric & Counseling 

• Education Psychology
• Guidance & Counseling
• Psycometric & Education Evaluation
• Statistics & Research Methodology
• Special Education for Diverse Needs 

Professional Educational, Leaderships & Policy Studies 

• Comparative Education
• Educational Management & Leadership
• Educational Planning & Policies Studies 
• Life-long Education
• International Education & Globalisation
• Higher Education
• Professional & Teacher Education

Multimedia Education & IT

• Educational Technology
• Multimedia Education & IT
• Computer Assisted Instruction
• Virtual Learning & Internet

Social & Philosophy of Education

• History of Education & Development
• Sociology of Education
• Philosophy of Education
• Comparative Education

Language Education & Literacy

• English Language Education/TESOL
• Malay Language/Literature Education
• Second Language Learning

Social Studies Education

• Economy & Commerce Education
• Geography Education
• Physical & Sport Education
• History Education
• Ethics, Moral & Religious Educations

• Applicants should possess the following:

  • A Master degree in related field (minimum CGPA 3.00/4.00); or
  • A Master degree in related field (research mode)
  • Working experience in education field, but this can be exempted if:
    • Min. CGPA 3.00/4; or
    • Obtain sponsorship; or
    • Official request by employer

• (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 score of 40 for TOEFL (Internet-based); or
  • A minimum of Band 7.5 for TOEFL Essentials (Online); or
  • A minimum of Band 6 for IELTS; or
  • A minimum score of 47 for PTE; or
  • A minimum score of 154 for Cambridge English (CAE/CPE); or
  • A minimum score of 154 for Linguaskill Online; or
  • A minimum of Band 3.5 for 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  :  Minimum 24 months / Maximum 60 months
• Part-time :  Minimum 36 months / Maximum 90 months