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UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MALAYSIA

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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
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​Professional Certificate in Innovation and Strategy (PCIS) - Elective
London Examinations Board, United Kingdom


Duration: 3 years (extendable)

Entry Requirements


A Master’s Degree from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia or any other Institutions of higher learning
recognised by the Senate; or Other qualifications equivalent to a Master’s degree and experience in the relevant field recognised by the Senate; or Candidates who a currently registered in a Master’s Degree programme at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, and approved by the Graduate Studies Committee of the respective faculty and the Senate.

Programme Description


Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is a research-only qualification designed for students who intend to pursue an academic or research career. The degree is awarded on the basis of the submission of a thesis which should give evidence of the candidate’s ability to carry out research, evidence that candidate has shown originality and independence and that the candidate has made a significant contribution to knowledge in particular field.

English Language Requirements


For non-Malaysian candidates, please refer to the list below:

  • TOEFL (Internet-based Test): 60
  • IELTS: Band 6.0
  • MUET: Band 4.0
  • PEARSON Online: 59
  • Linguaskill Online: 169​
  • CIEP – ELS: 109

Programme Fee (Premium)


Fee (Local)
Fee (Intl.)
47,821
79,821
3 years
3 years
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Malaysian
Non-Malaysian
​​This programme is classified as a Premium Doctorate Programme. The higher fee reflects the additional academic support services provided by UTMSPACE Services to ensure the successful progression of VVIP Candidates throughout their PhD journey. Applicants who wish to enrol in the regular PhD programme offered directly by Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) are advised to contact the University accordingly.

Enrolment for international candidates under this programme is administered through UTMSPACE Services’ appointed Postgraduate Partners (PGPs). Interested applicants may contact any authorised PGP for further information and application procedures.

The Professional Certificate in Innovation and Strategy (PCIS) is a leadership development programme in corporate innovation, conducted at the University of Oxford, with convocation held at the House of Commons. The PCIS fee is of £3,380 is not included in the overall programme fee.

Graduate Research Assistant services are available at the USS official rate of RM72,000 (RM2,000 per month for a period of 36 months).

​​An international student visa will be provided under this programme. Visa fees and a personal bond apply.
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