The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD.) programme is offered by full research. However, students without sufficient research skills and knowledge are required to enrol and pass the following courses during the first two (2) semesters of their enrolment (i.e. before being allowed to defend their thesis proposal):

1.  SZRZ6014 Research Methodology
2.  SCLE6014 Academic Writing
3.  Any other course as determined by the supervisor or Academic Committee.

To complete the PhD. programme, students are required to:

1.  Present and defend the proposed research/thesis to a committee;
2.  Present progress reports of research work at colloquiums arranged by the Graduate School or College;
3.  Produce at least two (2) articles, in which (Option A or Option B):

   Option A:

1. At least one (1) article is accepted for publication in ISI Journal or Scopus; and
2. At least one (1) article is under review for publication in a refereed journal.

   Option B:

   Two (2) articles are published in a refereed journal

1. Attend a viva voce session to defend the thesis; and
2. Submit a written thesis

Postgraduate Coordinator:
Ts. Dr. Nassiriah binti Shaari
Tel: +604-928 5815
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