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Doctor of Philosophy


  • OVERVIEW

    Microelectronic Systems Engineering

    CEDEC has over the years built-up a strong capabilities and International reputation for research particularly in Very Large Scale Integrated (VLSI) circuit. Our strategy is to pursue excellence by conducting high-impact research, and producing future talents in meeting the demand by industries and research institutions. In fulfilling these objectives, CEDEC offers exciting opportunities for students to undertake high quality research, leading to the award of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and Master of Science (MSc) in Microelectronic Systems Engineering.

    Research Trust Areas

    1. Analog and Digital IC Design
    • CMOS Technology
    • BJT
    • Field Effect Transistor (FET)
    1. Microelectronic System Design
    • Applications in Manufacturing
    • Biomedical
    • Consumer
    • Internet
    • Communication
    • Transport
    • Security
    • Food production
    1. System on Chip
    • Mixed Signal
    • ASIC
    • 3-D Devices
    • MPSoC
    • DSP
    • FPGA
    1. Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS) Devices
    • Sensors
    • CMOS silicon & devices
    • Fabrication technologies
  • ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

    • MSc in Electrical and Electronic Engineering or related fields (Research Mode); or
    • MSc in Electrical and Electronic Engineering or related disciplines (taught or mixed mode) with minimum CGPA of 3.0 or equivalent.
    • Other qualifications will be considered on case by case basis
  • LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

    (Applicable for International Applicants Only)

    The minimum score for each programme can be vary from the below list, candidates are required to check for each programme requirements.

    • A minimum score of 40 for TOEFL (Internet-based); or
    • A minimum of Band 7.5 for TOEFL Essentials (Online); or
    • A minimum of Band 5 for IELTS; or
    • A minimum score of 47 for PTE; or
    • A minimum score of 154 for Cambridge English (CAE/CPE); or
    • A minimum score of 154 for Linguaskill Online; or
    • A minimum of Band 3.5 for MUET

    Exemption is given to candidate if:

    • English is the candidate’s mother tongue or National Language; or
    • Candidate graduated from an Institution of Higher Learning in which the medium of instruction at Bachelor and/or Master degree level is English (statement of proof required)
  • DURATION

    • Full-time: Min 4 semesters / Max 10 semesters
    • Part-time: Min 6 semesters / Max 15 semesters
  • FEES

    Malaysian (MYR)
    Full Time Part Time
    • Registration Fee : 330.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) :3,700.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee : 800.00
    • Convocation Fee : 200.00
    • Research Methodology : 320.00
    • Registration Fee : 330.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 3,085.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee: 800.00
    • Convocation Fee : 200.00
    • Research Methodology : 320.00

     

    International (USD) *
    Full Time Part Time
    • Registration Fee : 225.00
    • Personal Bond : 1,000.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 1,850.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee: 250.00
    • Convocation Fee : 50.00
    • Research Methodology : 80.00
    • Registration Fee : 225.00
    • Personal Bond : 1,000.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 1,570.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee : 250.00
    • Convocation Fee : 50.00
    • Research Methodology : 80.00

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

    ** Fees are subject to change

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Universiti Sains Malaysia,
11800 Penang, Malaysia.

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