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PhD / Doctorate Computer Science & IT Full Time

Doctor of Philosophy Computing and Lnnovation

at UOW Malaysia KDU · Malaysia

Duration

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

Intake

January; June; September

Mode

Full Time

About this program

Doctor of Philosophy (Computing and Innovation) is a research degree for candidates investigating emerging technologies and developing new insights in the specialist areas of computer science, information technology, and innovative technology studies. It is designed for advanced academic and theoretical knowledge, with candidates making a significant contribution to knowledge and understanding in their field of specialisation.

The programme is structured around RESEARCH PROPOSAL, a semester of Research Methodology, periodic research seminars and workshops, PROPOSAL DEFENCE, independent RESEARCH under supervision, THESIS with documentation of the research project and process, and a final VIVA VOCE chaired by experts in the field. Typically, the PhD thesis should not be more than 90,000 words.

Modules

  • RESEARCH PROPOSAL
  • Research Methodology
  • PROPOSAL DEFENCE
  • RESEARCH
  • THESIS
  • VIVA VOCE

Entry requirements

Master Degree:
Completion of Master’s Degree in Computing or related fields; or
Completion of a Master’s Degree in non computing field with min. 5 years working experience in computing or related fields.
(Candidate MUST undergo pre-requisite courses).

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)

Career outcomes

  • Academician
  • Researcher
  • Senior Leadership at Technology-Based Firms
  • Management in Government
  • Scientific Researcher
  • Industrial Researcher
  • Technology Developer
  • Innovation-Based Startups

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 3-5 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 Computing and Lnnovation at UOW Malaysia KDU?

It takes 3-5 years (Full-Time) / 4-8 years (Part-Time), studied Full Time.

When does the course start?

Intakes are in January; June; 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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