Doctor of Philosophy (Computer Science) (Penang Campus)

This program provides you the opportunity to enhance your existing knowledge of computer programming and mathematical frameworks through independent research. You will develop your research skills through two taught modules, i.e. Research Methodology and Algorithm Design & Analysis. This program provides you the opportunity to explore in-depth knowledge within Computer Science with various computing algorithms, models, programming as well as mathematic computational framework.

Proposal Defence

A presentation session chaired by UOW Malaysia KDU, with an invited panel of examiners, to ensure the candidate is able to articulate their research ideas and plans, as well as having the necessary skills to carry out the research activities as proposed.

Research

Upon approval of the research proposal, under the guidance of their supervisors, students will work independently on their research projects.

Thesis

Upon completion of their research, students will document the research project and process in a thesis. Typically, a thesis for PhD should not be more than 80,000 words.

Viva Volce

Upon completion of research and thesis, candidates will undergo an oral examination, chaired by experts in the field.

Areas Of Research

– Artificial Intelligence

– Big Data

– Machine Learning/Deep Learning

– Data Visualization

– Image Processing

– Industry 4.0