Institute of Postgraduate Studies & Research
   

Doctor of Philosophy (Science)
(R2/440/8/0020)03/27(A11018)

Kampar Campus

Programme Details




IntakeOpen throughout the year
    Research AreaAnalytical chemistry, Applied chemistry, Chemical biology, Computational chemistry, Organic chemistry, Inorganic chemistry, Physical chemistry, Theoretical chemistry, Physics
Duration Full Time  : Normal 3 years - Max 6 years
Part Time : Normal 4 years - Max 8 years
Indicative Fees Local: RM14,220.00 ~ RM 15,300.00
International: RM26,710.00
Fee Explanation
 *excluding Visa application fees and Dissertation Examination fees
Programme StructureResearch Methods in Science 
Directed Reading in Science
Thesis

Entry Requirement 

Academic Requirement

(a) a Master’s degree from UTAR and shows evidence of adequate related research or work experience to the satisfaction of the Senate; or

(b) A Master’s degree of another university or equivalent qualification from an institution as approved by the Senate and shows evidence of adequate related research or work experience to the satisfaction of the Senate; or

(c) Candidates without a related Master’s degree in the field or working or research experience in the relevant fields must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses determined by UTAR.

 (d) A Bachelor’s degree in the field or related fields from UTAR with First Class Honours or with a minimum CGPA of 3.67 and show evidence of related research aptitude to the satisfaction of the Senate; or 

(e) A Bachelor’s degree in the field or related fields of another university or equivalent qualification from an institution with First Class Honours or with a minimum CGPA of 3.67 as approved by the Senate and shows evidence of related research aptitude to the satisfaction of the Senate; or

(f) Any other qualifications equivalent to (a), (b), (d) or (e) as approved by the Senate.

Language Requirement
- IELTS : 5.0  (CEFR  Level B1) 
- TOEFL : 410-430/ TOEFL iBT Score  40 - 45
- Cambridge English Qualification and Tests : 154 - 159 (High B1 level in CEFR)
- Pearson Test of English (PTE) : 47 - 50
- MUET Band 3.5
* this programme is also available via Industrial Doctoral Degree. More detail refer here

Head of Programme

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Gs. Ts. Dr. Lam Weng Siew

Contact HoP  Find Supervisor 

Application

Sign up for an application account at UTAR Online Application Portal

Applicant to discuss with the potential supervisor before submitting the online application and to upload the agreed research proposal using with the prescribed Endorsement of Research Proposal form





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Research Scholar Scheme (RSS)


To provide financial support and opportunity for students to be involved and assist in research projects and thus enhancing their exposure and experience in research