PhD (Zoology) - School of Distance Education

OVERVIEW

The animal biology programme offers postgraduate training that prepares students for careers in conservation, management, biomedical, academic and a variety of other professional opportunities. Students are trained to do original and significant research in zoological science, to develop a broad understanding of the zoological literature, and to provide experience and training in the presentation and publication of scientific findings.

In addition the broad range of biological sciences permits collaborative programmes in oceanography, wildlife and aquatic sciences. Some areas of study include wildlife ecology, water quality, habitat management, fishery science and conservation zoology. Postgraduate studies in wildlife and aquatic research are designed to provide training in ecological principles, field research technique, and the application of these tools for the management of all types of zoological resources. Modern research facilities (including molecular laboratories, specimen collections and a computer laboratory) are available and would be beneficial for in depth research in zoology and trans-disciplinary research.

The animal biology group consists of members with diverse approaches, expertise, and subject organisms. Specialties include behavioural studies, population ecology, ecological genetics, phylogenetic systematic and population genetics. The group emphasizes lower invertebrates (fish, amphibians) and insects (cockroaches, ants) although postgraduate student research often involves other groups of organisms.

Research Thrust Areas

Zoology

Animal Taxonomy
Entomology
Mammalogy
Herpetology

Expertise available in the following School:
School of Distance Education https://pppjj.usm.my/

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

DURATION

FEES

Malaysian (MYR)
Full Time	Part Time
Registration Fee : 310.00 Tuition Fee (Semester) : 3,350.00 Research Methodology : 320.00 Thesis Evaluation Fee : 1000.00 Convocation Fee : 200.00	Registration Fee : 310.00 Tuition Fee (Semester) : 2,775.00 Research Methodology : 320.00 Thesis Evaluation Fee: 1000.00 Convocation Fee : 200.00

International (USD)
Full Time	Part Time
Registration Fees : 222.50 Personal Bond : 1000.00 Tuition Fee (Semester) : 1,250.00 Research Methodology : 80.00 Thesis Evaluation Fee: 375.00 Convocation Fee : 50.00	Registration Fee : 222.50 Personal Bond :1000.00 Tuition Fee (Semester) : 1,113.00 Research Methodology : 80.00 Thesis Evaluation Fee : 375.00 Convocation Fee : 50.00

** Fees are subject to change

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PhD (Zoology) - School of Distance Education