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| Description | The PhD program is a research and thesis mode. Candidates must complete at least 8 credits (units) course, writing a thesis, and defend research results (viva voce) for graduation. In addition, the candidates are required to present their research proposal and research results at the end of the study (oral examination). The presentation will be evaluated by the supervisor and a member of the Graduate Committee. For additional requirements, candidates must publish two (2) articles in journals (accepted for publication) and extend the findings orally at least in the related conference prior to graduation (subject to change). Candidates are also eligible to participate in internship programs abroad through the MOU signed by the IVI. Candidates can also follow mobility programs offered by the University such as attending conferences, short courses, or workshops abroad. |
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| Name of Institution | UNIVERSITI KEBANGSAAN MALAYSIA (UKM) |
| Qualification | Doctoral Degree |
| Course Duration | 72 months |
| NEC Field | 10 |
| Entry Requirements | A person who wishes to apply for admission to the Doctorate programme shall possess the following qualification: Master’s Degree from a University or any institution of higher learning recognized by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) and/ or have accreditation recognized by a foreign Accreditation Body, or an institution with accreditation as prescribed by a programme; other qualifications equivalent to a masters degree or other qualifications with experience recognised by the Senate; or a student currently pursuing full time master’s programme under sub regulation 6 (a) at the University and recommended by the Faculty’s/ Institute’s Graduate Studies Committee for status conversion to a doctoral programme with approval from the Dean/ Director; or Bachelor Degree with distinction from the University or any institution of higher learning subject to what is prescribed by the Faculty/ Institute and approval by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) and/ or with accreditation recognised by a foreign Accreditation Board any other qualification recognised by the Senate obtained through the Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL); or fulfils other requirements prescribed by the programme (if applicable); and fulfils requirements of the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) |
| English Requirement | 1. An international candidate is required to fulfill the English Language proficiency requirements as follows: a) Obtained TOEFL (550), IELTS(6) or MUET (4) results which fulfil the score or minimum band requirements prescribed by the programme; or b) For certain programmes, a candidate is required to sit for an English Proficiency Test (EPT) and if he/she fails to achieve the level specified by the programme, the candidate is required to attend and pass the English Proficiency Module (EPM) in a maximum period of two (2) semesters before he is allowed to register for the study programme. The candidate shall register as a Non Graduating Student. 2. The Faculty/Institute may grant exemption to the requirements specified in subregulation (1) for the international candidate who: a) will be writing his/her thesis/dissertation in the Malay/ Arabic languages; b) has the academic qualifications obtained from any local universities recognised by the Senate; or c) is originally from a country where English is the official language or he/she has the academic qualifications obtained from any higher learning institution which uses English as the medium of instruction. The candidate may be exempted from the requirements stated in subregulation (2), but the candidate shall sit for the English Proficiency Test (EPT) and if he/she fails to obtain the level specified by the programme, the candidate is required to attend and pass the English Proficiency Module (EPM). |
| Special Requirement | - |
| Scholarship | No Scholarship Available |
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