Institute of Nano Optoelectronics Research and Technology (INOR) focuses on research and development (R&D) from the areas of nanoscience, nanomaterials, nanofabrication and nanoengineering that are collectively building intellectual and technological bridges from nanoscale concepts to practical nano optoelectronic devices and systems.

This institute has been considered to be one of the most modern and innovative research laboratory on optoelectronics and nanotechnology in Universiti Sains Malaysia which has an extensive range of equipments and facilities for growth, fabrication and characterization of optoelectronic and electronic devices at nanoscale. INOR has been setup with various state-of-the-art equipments, which supports the research activities from fundamental level to product development.

Currently, INOR offers Doctor of Philosophy and Master of Science (Research Mode) in Optoelectronics for the following research fields i.e Nano Materials Fabrication and Characterization; Nano Materials and Devices; Nano Device and Packaging; Modelling and Simulation of Nano Optoelectronic Devices; Nano Integrated Systems; Solid State Lighting Solutions; and Nano Optics. The graduates from these programs are expected to have high employment prospects in semiconductor electronics industry.

Research Thrust Area:

Nano Materials

• III-V nitrides
• Silicon (Si)
• Zinc oxide (ZnO)
• Carbon
• Silicon germinium (SiGe)
• Graphene
• Organic materials
• Biomaterials
• Porous Membrane

Nano Optical and ElectronicDevices

• Light Emitting Diode (LED)
• Organic Light Emitting Diode (OLED)
• LASER
• Solar Cell
• Sensor
• Discrete Electronic Diodes
• Nano Electromechanical System (NEMS)
• Solid State Lighting

1. CGPA of at least 2.75 / 4.00; or

2. CGPA between 2.50 - 2.74 with the following additional conditions: or

a) Research experience for at least one year; or
b) Work experience in related field for at least one year; or
c) At least one (1) academic publication in the relevant field; or
d) Grade B for major / elective courses; or
e) Grade B+ for final year project

3. CGPA between 2.00 - 2.49 (Bachelor's Degree with Honours) with the following additional conditions: or

a) Research experience for at least five (5) years; or
b) Work experience in related field for at least five (5) years; AND
c) At least one (1) academic publication in the relevant field; or
d) Grade B for major / elective courses; or
e) Grade B+ for final year project

Not Applicable

• Full-time: Min 12 months / Max 36 months

• Part-time: Min 24 months / Max 72 months

*Not inclusive 6% Sales and Service Tax (SST) imposed by Government of Malaysia

** Fees are subject to change