Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology

The programme is designed to prepare postgraduates for careers in academia, or non-academic careers where in-depth research training is required. It is a research-intensive programme with the aims to produce postgraduates with critical knowledge to evaluate current issues in the various psychology fields. It would also equip postgraduates with the skills to conduct and manage advanced and independent research which will contribute to valuable, significantly new and original knowlegde and/or professional practice in psychology. Postgraduates work closely with the faculty supervisor to develop and conduct a specialized (often multidisciplinary) research that would ultimately culminate in a written dissertation and final oral examination. The postgraduates can apply technology to support their research activities and communicate their research findings effectively with peers, scholarly communities, and society at large. They also can pursue lifelong learning and drive their research and contribution to the field ethically and professionally. Our faculty and postgraduate students incorporate a range of research methodologies including traditional quantitative and qualitative techniques along with mixed-methods and community-engaged research.

Overview
MODE OF STUDY
Full-time
Part-time
EDUCATION LEVEL
Postgraduate
Intakes and Duration
All Year
3 Years (full time) 4 Years (part time)
Fees
Course Fee (Local)
RM15,200
Full Time
Course Fee (International)
RM22,400
Full Time. EMGS fees is not included
Course Fee (Local)
RM16,200
Part Time
Entry Requirements
Minimum Entry Requirements
- A Bachelor's degree Psychology and Master's degree in Psychology at CGPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 or equivalent (Level 7, MQF) as accepted by the HEP Senate;
- Candidates with a Bachelor's degree (non-psychology, Level 6, MQF) with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 and a Master's degree in Psychology with a minimum 45 credits of prerequisites modules in Psychology or a graduate diploma in Psychology or its equivalent as accepted by the HEP Senate; OR
- Other relevant or equivalent qualifications recognised by Malaysian goverment as equivalent to the above requirements.
English Language Requirements
Malaysian Students:

- MUET Band 3.5 or IELTS Band 5.0 or CEFR High B1 or TOEFL iBT 40 or equivalent ; OR
- Exemption of English Language requirement if medium of instruction during Master studies was in English

International Students:

- IELTS Band 5.0 or CEFR High B1 or TOEFL iBT 40 or equivalent ; OR
- Exemption of English Language requirement if medium of instruction during Master studies was in English

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