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PhD / Doctorate Computer Science & IT Full Time

Doctor of Philosophy Computer Science

at UOW Malaysia KDU · Malaysia

Duration

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

Intake

23 January; 2 June; 11 September

Mode

Full Time

About this program

The Doctor of Philosophy (Computer Science) at UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College prepares students for supervised research in computer science. It includes a minimal number of preparatory coursework classes, with emphasis on a dissertation that addresses a gap in knowledge. Students focus on advanced study across research and development areas such as Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Machine Learning/Deep Learning, Data Visualization, Image Processing, and Industry 0.

Students develop and structure their research through a Research Proposal, a proposal defence presentation chaired by UOW Malaysia with an invited panel of examiners, and independent research guided by supervisors. Completion includes a thesis, a viva voce oral presentation chaired by experts in the field. The program also includes two taught core modules: Research Methodology and Algorithm Design & Analysis.

Modules

  • RESEARCH PROPOSAL
  • Research Methods and one other subject (Qualitative\ Quantitative methods)
  • Research Methodology
  • Algorithm Design & Analysis

Entry requirements

Master’s Degree: Completion in Master’s Degree or equivalent in a related field

English:

Local Student : Band 5 in MUET

International Student : Band 6.0 in IELTS; or a min score of 60 (IBT) or 8.5 (Essentials- Online) in TOEFL; or Cambridge English (169); or PTE Academic (59)

Notes: If English language requirements are not fulfilled, additional English module(s) may be taken at UOW Malaysia.

How this course compares

  • UOW Malaysia KDU is #52 in Malaysia on research impact (10,981 citations).
  • It lists 3 Computer Science & IT courses in total, 2 of them at phd / doctorate level.
  • 8 universities in Malaysia teach phd / doctorate Computer Science & IT; the best ranked of the others are listed below.
  • Most phd / doctorate Computer Science & IT courses in Malaysia take 4–6 years; this one takes 3-6 years (Full-time) / 4-8 years (Part-time).
  • UOW Malaysia KDU has 8 scholarships listed on Educads.

Frequently asked questions

Which other universities in Malaysia offer phd / doctorate Computer Science & IT?

Multimedia University (#21 in Malaysia), Perdana University (#43 in Malaysia), Universiti Industri Selangor (#44 in Malaysia), Open University Malaysia (#48 in Malaysia), Raffles University (#63 in Malaysia), Brickfields Asia College, Asia E University (#50 in Malaysia) are among the 8 that do.

How long is the Doctor of Philosophy Computer Science at UOW Malaysia KDU?

It takes 3-6 years (Full-time) / 4-8 years (Part-time), studied Full Time.

When does the course start?

Intakes are in 23 January; 2 June; 11 September.

Are there scholarships at UOW Malaysia KDU?

Yes — 8 are listed on the university's Educads page, with eligibility and deadlines.

Is UOW Malaysia KDU a good university for Computer Science & IT?

UOW Malaysia KDU is #52 in Malaysia on research impact (10,981 citations).

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