11 Best PhD Computer Science & IT Programs in Malaysia

Across Malaysia, 8 universities offer 11 PhD Computer Science & IT programs — most run 4–6 years. The list starts with courses at Multimedia University, Perdana University and Universiti Industri Selangor.

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1PhD / Doctorate

Malaysia

Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Artificial Intelligence

Brickfields Asia College — The Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Artificial Intelligence at Brickfields Asia College (UNIMY) is a research-based doctoral programme focused on independent doctoral-lev...

PhD / DoctorateLevel

—Duration

Full TimeMode

JanuaryMaySeptemberIntake

Computer Science & IT

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2PhD / Doctorate

Malaysia

Doctor of Philosophy in Computing

Brickfields Asia College — The Doctor of Philosophy in Computing at Brickfields Asia College is a research-focused doctoral programme aimed at developing advanced knowledge, critical thinking, and...

PhD / DoctorateLevel

3 - 5 YearsDuration

Full TimeMode

February, May & SeptemberIntake

Computer Science & IT

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3PhD / Doctorate

#21 in Malaysia Malaysia

Doctor of Philosophy in Computing (By Research)

Multimedia University — The Doctor of Philosophy in Computing (By Research) at Multimedia University offers an extensive platform for students to delve deeply into the fields of computer science...

PhD / DoctorateLevel

4–6 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

FallIntake

Computer Science & IT

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4PhD / Doctorate

#43 in Malaysia Malaysia

Doctor of Philosophy Phd in Computer Science

Perdana University — The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Computer Science at Perdana University is a full programme for advanced research in computer science. Students focus on research methods...

PhD / DoctorateLevel

Full-time: 3 years / Part-time: 4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Jan, Mar, June, Aug, OctIntake

Computer Science & IT

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5PhD / Doctorate

#43 in Malaysia Malaysia

Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science Odl

Perdana University — The Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science at Perdana University is a PhD offered through Open and Distance Learning (ODL). Students study Research Methods for Computer...

PhD / DoctorateLevel

3 years (ODL)Duration

Full TimeMode

Jan, Mar, June, Aug, OctIntake

Computer Science & IT

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6PhD / Doctorate

#44 in Malaysia Malaysia

Doctor of Philosophy in Computing

Universiti Industri Selangor — The Doctor of Philosophy in Computing at Universiti Selangor (UNISEL) is a research-oriented programme that provides advanced research training and supports independent r...

PhD / DoctorateLevel

—Duration

Full TimeMode

—Intake

Computer Science & IT

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7PhD / Doctorate

#48 in Malaysia Malaysia

Doctor of Philosophy (Information Technology)

Open University Malaysia — The Doctor of Philosophy (Information Technology) program at Open University Malaysia delves deep into the innovative realm of IT, preparing students for advanced researc...

PhD / DoctorateLevel

4–6 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

FallIntake

Computer Science & IT

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8PhD / Doctorate

#50 in Malaysia Malaysia

PhD (ICT)

Asia E University — The PhD in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) at Asia E University is designed to equip students with advanced knowledge and research skills in the dynamic fi...

PhD / DoctorateLevel

4–6 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

FallIntake

Computer Science & IT

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9PhD / Doctorate

#52 in Malaysia Malaysia

Doctor of Philosophy Computer Science

UOW Malaysia KDU — The Doctor of Philosophy (Computer Science) at UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College prepares students for supervised research in computer science. It includes a min...

PhD / DoctorateLevel

3-6 years (Full-time) / 4-8 years (Part-time)Duration

Full TimeMode

23 January; 2 June; 11 SeptemberIntake

Computer Science & IT

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10PhD / Doctorate

#52 in Malaysia Malaysia

Doctor of Philosophy Computing and Lnnovation

UOW Malaysia KDU — Doctor of Philosophy (Computing and Innovation) is a research degree for candidates investigating emerging technologies and developing new insights in the specialist area...

PhD / DoctorateLevel

3-5 years (Full-Time) / 4-8 years (Part-Time)Duration

Full TimeMode

January; June; SeptemberIntake

Computer Science & IT

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11PhD / Doctorate

#63 in Malaysia Malaysia

Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science

Raffles University — The Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science at Raffles University is a full research programme. It is designed to develop proficient computing experts through advanced t...

PhD / DoctorateLevel

4–6 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

FallIntake

Computer Science & IT

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How these courses are ranked

The rest are ordered by research impact. Multimedia University has the largest research record in this group, with 440,362 citations and an h-index of 197. 1 university have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

What the courses look like

The usual length is 4–6 years and Full-time: 3 years / Part-time: 4 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (60% of courses with a stated intake). UOW Malaysia KDU offers the widest choice, with 2 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in Malaysia for PhD Computer Science & IT?

Multimedia University (#21 in Malaysia), Perdana University (#43 in Malaysia) and Universiti Industri Selangor (#44 in Malaysia) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does a PhD Computer Science & IT course take in Malaysia?

Most listed courses run 4–6 years, with Full-time: 3 years / Part-time: 4 years the next most common.

When do PhD Computer Science & IT courses start in Malaysia?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Which university has the most PhD Computer Science & IT courses in Malaysia?

UOW Malaysia KDU, with 2, ahead of Brickfields Asia College (2).

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