Skip to main content Skip to footer

Doctor of Philosophy (Engineering)

College of Graduate Studies

Overview

Doctor of Philosophy (Engineering)
This programme is a research-intensive doctoral degree designed to advance knowledge and innovation in engineering disciplines. It emphasises independent, original research under expert supervision, developing high-level analytical, technical, and research capabilities. 

 

ABOUT COURSE

Doctor of Philosophy (Engineering) is a full research programme where candidates are given unique opportunity to follow their interest in a specialised area of research (including major research areas of electrical, electronics, mechanical and civil engineering) for 3-7 years and make an important academic contribution to the knowledge of chosen research area.

Prospective candidates are future researchers / academicians in universities and / or research institutions, R&D Engineers, Engineering Specialists and Technopreneurs.

 

Program Structure:
The program can be completed within 3-7 years for full-time candidates and 4-7 years for part-time candidates.  Candidates who enroll in this program are required to register for the following courses:

  • UNIM613 Research Methodology for Research Students
  • MPRP672 Research Project
🗓️ Intakes
January & September
 
🕒 Duration
4 years (Part-time)
3 years (Full-time)

🪙 Total Programme Fee

RM33,600 - for Malaysian students

RM36,600 - for International students

What You Will Learn

Entry requirements

1 A Master’s Degree from UNITEN or any Institutions of higher learning recognised by UNITEN; or 
2 Other qualifications equivalent to a Master’s degree & experience in the relevant field recognised by UNITEN; or 
3 Candidates without a related qualification in the field/s or working experience in the relevant fields must undergone appropriate prerequisite courses determined by the COGS Committee
4 For International Students: IELTS 5.0/ TOEFL 3.0/ MUET 3.5/ Linguaskill 154 
* *Bachelor's in the domain with 1st class with honours or CGPA 3.67 & above. For this qualification, candidates must register for the Master Programme (By Research) & apply for conversion to PhD within 1 year of registration, subject to assessments & approval by the Senate.

Financial Aid Opportunities

Discover various funding opportunities available to help manage your tuition and campus life expenses.
From merit-based awards to need-based assistance, find the right support system to fuel your success at the university.

UVA Logo
Chat with UVA
UNITEN Virtual Assistant