Doctor of Philosophy (Social Science)
(R2/310/8/0042)(06/26)(A10033)
Kampar Campus
Programme Details
| Intake | Open throughout the year |
| Research Area | Psychology Sociology and Cultural Studies Political Science and civics |
| Duration | Full Time : Normal 3 years - Max 6 years Part Time : Normal 4 years - Max 8 years |
| Indicative Fees | Local: RM12,900.00 ~ RM13,910.00 International: RM25,000.00 Fee Explanation *excluding Visa application fees and Dissertation Examination fees |
Programme Structure | Research Methodology Thesis |
| Programme Outcome and Objectives | |
| Academic Requirement |
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(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 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 |
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| - IELTS Academic : 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
Application
Sign up for an application account at UTAR Online Application PortalApplicant 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
RSS Vacancies
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