Doctor of Philosophy

Doctor of Philosophy by research - PhD

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

Admission Requirements

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

Language 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 score of 40 for TOEFL (Internet-based); or
- A minimum of Band 7.5 for TOEFL Essentials (Online); or
- A minimum of Band 5 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)
IMPORTANT: Candidates are required to provide any of the above English result upon application. Incomplete application will be rejected.

Language Requirements for TESOL

(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 80 in Internet- Based TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) ;or
A minimum score of Band 6.0 in IELTS (International English Language Testing System);or
A minimum score of 169 in Cambridge English: Advance (CAE);or
A minimum score of 169 in Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE);or
A minimum score of 59 in Pearson Test of English (PTE);or
A minimum score of Band 4 in 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)

IMPORTANT: Candidates are required to provide any of the above English result upon application. Incomplete application will be rejected.

Duration

Full-time : Minimum 24 months / Maximum 60 months
Part-time : Minimum 36 months / Maximum 90 months

Fees

Malaysian (MYR)
Full Time	Part Time
Registration Fee : 310.00 Tuition Fee (Semester) : 3,050.00 Thesis Evaluation Fee : 1,000.00 Convocation Fee : 200.00 Research Methodology : 320.00	Registration Fee : 310.00 Tuition Fee (Semester) : 2,515.00 Thesis Evaluation Fee: 1,000.00 Convocation Fee : 200.00 Research Methodology : 320.00

International (USD)
Full Time	Part Time
Registration Fee : 227.50 Personal Bond : 1,000.00 Tuition Fee (Semester) : 1,150.00 Thesis Evaluation Fee: 375.00 Convocation Fee : 50.00 Research Methodology : 80.00	Registration Fee : 227.50 Personal Bond : 1,000.00 Tuition Fee (Semester) : 1,025.00 Thesis Evaluation Fee : 375.00 Convocation Fee : 50.00 Research Methodology : 80.00

** Fees are subject to change

** New fees to be imposed starting from Academic Session 2025/2026 (October 2025 intake onward)

Malaysian (MYR)
Full Time	Part Time
Registration Fee : 330.00 Tuition Fee (Semester) : 3,050.00 Thesis Evaluation Fee : 800.00 Convocation Fee : 200.00 Research Methodology : 320.00	Registration Fee : 330.00 Tuition Fee (Semester) : 2,515.00 Thesis Evaluation Fee: 800.00 Convocation Fee : 200.00 Research Methodology : 320.00

International (USD)
Full Time	Part Time
Registration Fee : 225.00 Personal Bond : 1,000.00 Tuition Fee (Semester) : 1,400.00 Thesis Evaluation Fee: 250.00 Convocation Fee : 50.00 Research Methodology : 80.00	Registration Fee : 225.00 Personal Bond : 1,000.00 Tuition Fee (Semester) : 1,190.00 Thesis Evaluation Fee : 250.00 Convocation Fee : 50.00 Research Methodology : 80.00

** Fees are subject to change