Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Artificial Intelligence

The Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Artificial Intelligence at Brickfields Asia College (UNIMY) is a research-based doctoral programme focused on independent doctoral-level research in Applied Artificial Intelligence. It is designed to develop advanced theoretical, conceptual, and technical expertise, so your work can contribute new knowledge, practical innovations, or solutions within Applied Artificial Intelligence.

Assessment is primarily through research proposal development and evaluation, continuous supervision and progress monitoring, seminars, thesis development, and a viva voce at the end of study. Teaching and learning are delivered through lectures, online sessions, research work, thesis writing, seminars, and blended learning. The course structure includes Research Methodology & Academic Writing, Research Thesis, and Doctoral Research.

Modules

• Research Methodology & Academic Writing
• Research Thesis
• Doctoral Research

You can enter the programme with:

• A Master’s Degree: A Master’s degree (Level 7, MQF) in Computing or related fields recognised by the UNIMY Senate; OR
• A Master’s degree in a non-Computing field with a minimum of FIVE (5) years of working experience in Computing or related fields must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses as determined by UNIMY; OR
• A Master’s degree (Level 7, MQF) in Non-Computing fields with less than FIVE (5) years of working experience in Computing or related fields must undergo a thorough rigorous assessment as determined by UNIMY;
• Other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Government of Malaysia.

Option 2: Bachelor’s Degree

• A First-Class Bachelor’s degree (CGPA 3.67 or higher) in Computing or a related field from an academic or Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programme, subject to internal assessment and Senate approval.

Master’s-to-PhD Conversion

• Bachelor’s degree candidates who are registered for a Master’s programme may apply for conversion to the doctoral degree programmes, subject to: Within 1 year for full-time and within 2 years for part-time candidates; Demonstrated doctoral-level research capability; Approval of the UNIMY Senate.

To graduate, students must: null

Minimum MUET Band 4 or equivalent (CEFR Mid B2). Applicants who do not meet this requirement may be required to undertake English proficiency support courses.

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