Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D)

The PhD degree is offered by research mode only leading to the submission of a thesis.
Candidates are required to take Research Methodology course during the first year of studies.

The minimum requirements for admission into the PhD programme are :

• a Bachelor’s degree in the relevant field; and
• a Master’s degree in the relevant field; and
• evidence of adequate training, work experience and ability to undertake research

Candidates having a Bachelor’s degree with a CGPA of 3.7 and above, may also be considered for direct admission to the PhD programme.

International applicants are required to have:
University of Malaya requires all postgraduate candidates to be proficient in the English language. Entry requirements for those who are writing their Thesis/Dissertation in English:

• A band 6 for IELTS; OR
• A score of 550 paper based total, a score of 213 for computer-based total or a score of 80 for internet-based for TOEFL.

Application and admission are open throughout the year.