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Doctor Of Philosophy (Engineering) By Prior Publication

Intakes
January, May and September
Course Duration
6 months - 2 years
Course Location
Kuala Lumpur
Course Mode
Research
Approval Code
R/0710/8/0014; 05/2027
Accreditation Code
MQA/FA 5877


Overview

A Doctor of Philosophy (Engineering) by Prior Publication is designed for experienced researchers with a substantial body of peer-reviewed work. It allows them to obtain a doctoral qualification by demonstrating the originality, significance and impact of their research. This pathway requires a coherent thematic contribution, where published works collectively address a significant research question. This route benefits established academics and professionals by formally recognising their research achievements without requiring them to undertake new studies from scratch.

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements

A Master’s degree in engineering or related fields, with a minimum of FIVE (5) publications or equivalent works as the first or corresponding author, aligned with the theme of the specialisation, within TEN (10) years prior to the application date.

English Language Requirements

MUET
Band 3.5
IELTS Academic
Band 5.0
CEFR
B1 (High B1)
Pearson Test of English
47
Cambridge Linguaskill
154
Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests
154
TOEFL Essentials (Online)
7.5
TOEFL IBT
Total and Section Score: 3, Total Score: 44+
Certified Intensive English Programme (CIEP) by ELS
Minimum score of 107

Courses Offered

  • Research Methodology
  • Research I - VI

Career Opportunities

Graduates will acquire essential research skills, opening doors to careers as academicians, researchers or chief technical officers in science and technology corporations.

Fees

Local Students

Approximate Total Fees:

(without bridging course)
RM 47,030

(with bridging course)
RM 47,750

International Students

Approximate Total Fees:

(without bridging course)
RM 64,453

(with bridging course)
RM 65,407

Note: This is an estimated fee, as different countries have different visa processing charges and administrative fees. For more information, kindly refer to your region’s counselor for the detailed fee breakdown.

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