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PhD (Computer Science) - School of Computer Sciences

PhD (Computer Science) - School of Computer Sciences


  • OVERVIEW

    A research degree is awarded primarily on the basis of a thesis embodying the results of a research project and any coursework topics (when necessary) or other formal studies required by the University and the School of Computer Sciences to be undertaken during the candidature period.

    The degree can be pursued under the supervision of at least one academic staff of the school. Under this mode of study, the candidate is required to complete a thesis within a stipulated time period. Usually, full-time candidates for M.Sc. complete their thesis in 12 - 18 months and for Ph.D. in 30 - 40 months.

    Current research and development activities are organised under three research clusters:

    Service Computing COM11-Enterprise Computing 01 Service Science and Innovation
    02 Management of Information Systems (MIS)
    03 Human Computer Interaction (HCI)
    04 IT Operations and Management
    05 Technopreneurship
    COM12-Software Engineering 01 Service Systems Engineering (SSE)
    02 Software Analysis and Design Patterns
    03 Software Productivity and Quality
    04 Value-Based Software Engineering
    05 Sustainable and Evolutionary Software Systems
    COM13-Social and Sustainable Computing 01 Social Informatics
    02 Computer Ethics
    03 Collaborative Computing
    04 Information Evaluation
    05 Usability Engineering
    COM14-Multimedia Computing 01 Virtual Reality and Animation
    02 Multimedia Retrieval, Processing and Analysis
    03 Distributed Multimedia and Multimedia Communication
    04 E-Learning
    05 Multimedia Tools and Applications
    Data to Knowledge COM21-Computational Intelligence 01 Intelligent System Techniques
    02 Scheduling/Timetabling/Planning
    03 Evolutionary Computing
    04 Collective Intelligence
    05 Brain Inspired Computing
    COM22-Computer Vision and Image Processing 01 Image Analysis
    02 Semantic Image and Video Knowledge Extraction
    03 Image Retrieval
    04 Multimodal Integration
    COM23-Visual Computing 01 Data Visualisation
    02 Information Visualisation
    03 Knowledge Visualisation
    04 Computer Graphics
    05 Visual Analytics
    06 Virtual Environment
    COM24-Language Engineering 01 Natural Language Processing
    02 Automated Translation
    03 Speech Recognition
    04 Speech Synthesis
    05 Semantic Web Search
    06 Text Summarisation
    COM25-Knowledge Engineering 01 Health Informatics
    02 Knowledge Management and Engineering
    03 Data Mining
    Enabling Technologies and Infrastructure COM31-High Performance Computing 01 Distributed Systems
    02 Parallel Tools and Applications
    03 Cluster and Multicore Computing
    04 Grid Computing
    05 Peer-to-Peer Computing
    COM32-Computer Networks 01 Embedded Systems
    02 Wireless and Mobile Computing
    03 Quality of Service
    04 Network and Communication Protocols
    05 Network Modeling
    06 Wireless Sensor Networks
    COM33-Information Security 01 Network Security
    02 Malware
    03 Cryptology
    04 Steganography
    05 Data Privacy and Preservation
    06 Security Management
    07 Digital Forensic
    COM34-High Performance Computational Biology 01 Parallel Sequence Analysis Algorithms
    02 Parallel Structure Prediction Algorithms
    03 Concurrency Theory in Biology
    04 Parallel Biological Data Mining

    Note:- The above may serve as a guide for applicants to choose his/her title and research field.

    Expertise available in the following School: School of Computer Sciences

  • ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

    Applicants should possess the following:

    • A Master’s degree with minimum CGPA of 3.00 or equivalent in Computer Science/ Information Technology or equivalent or
    • A Master’s degree with minimum CGPA of 3.00 or equivalent in Electronic Engineering/ Electrical Engineering/ Computer Engineering (60% of the core component must be Computer Science related) with
    • A Bachelor’s degree in related area with minimum CGPA 3.67/4 (fast-track to PhD)
  • 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 of Band 6 for IELTS; or
    • A minimum score of 60 for TOEFL (Internet-based); or
    • A minimum of Band 8.5 for TOEFL Essentials (Online); or
    • A minimum score of 169 for Cambridge English: Advance (CAE)/Proficiency (CPE) /Preliminary (PET) /First (FCE)/ Linguaskill Online min. score 169/ Occupational English Test (OET) min. score 250; or
    • A minimum score of 59 for Pearson Test of English (PTE); or
    • A minimum of Band 109 for CIEP Level (ELS); or
    • A minimum of Band 4 for Malaysian University English Test (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)

    IMPORTANT: Candidates are required to provide any of the above English result upon application. Incomplete application will be rejected.

  • DURATION

    Full-time: Min 2 years / Max 5 years

    Part-time: Min 3 years / Max 7.5 years

  • FEES

    Malaysian (MYR)
    Full Time Part Time
    • Registration Fee : 310.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 4,150.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee : 1,000.00
    • Convocation Fee : 200.00
    • Research Methodology : 320.00
    • Registration Fee : 310.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 3,535.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee: 1,000.00
    • Convocation Fee : 200.00
    • Research Methodology : 320.00

     

    International (USD)
    Full Time Part Time
    • Registration Fee : 222.50
    • Personal Bond : 1,000.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 1,550.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee: 375.00 
    • Convocation Fee : 50.00
    • Research Methodology : 80.00
    • Registration Fee : 222.50
    • Personal Bond : 1,000.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 1,400.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee : 375.00 
    • Convocation Fee : 50.00
    • Research Methodology : 80.00

    ** Fees are subject to change

    ** New fees to be imposed starting from Academic Session 2025/2026 (October 2025 intake onward)

    Malaysian (MYR)
    Full Time Part Time
    • Registration Fee : 330.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 4,150.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee : 800.00
    • Convocation Fee : 200.00
    • Research Methodology : 320.00
    • Registration Fee : 330.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 3,535.00
    • 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

    ** Fees are subject to change

     

     

     

     

     

     

PhD (Planning Studies) - School of Housing, Building and Planning

PhD (Planning Studies) - School of Housing, Building and Planning


  • OVERVIEW

    Doctor of Philosophy in Planning Studies are research programmes offered throughout the year. These programmes are offered as full-time and part-time modes to qualified Malaysian and international students to do independent research supervised by respective lecturers in major fields of urban and regional planning, landscape architecture and tourism development. As concerns on sustainability issues in built environment increased, many new areas/fields of studies are potentially explored. Upon graduation, students will be exposed to specific theories and knowledge of the industry to support their employment in various relevant sectors.

    Research Thrust Areas:

    Urban and Regional Planning

    • Community Development
    • Housing Issues
    • Social Development Planning
    • Geographical Information System
    • Rural Planning / Environment
    • Sustainable Development
    • Conservation
    • Urban Planning and Management
    • Urban and Rural Poverty
    • Urban Studies
    • Urban and Environment Planning
    • Tourism
    • Resource Planning
    • Transport Planning
    • Landscape

    Landscape Architecture

    • Crime and the Environment
    • Open Space
    • Park and Recreation
    • Landscape Ecology
    • Landscape Management
    • Landscape Planning
    • Landscape Technology
    • Landscape Geographic Information System

    Tourism Development

    • Tourism Planning/Sustainable Tourism Development
    • Heritage Tourism
    • Cultural Tourism
    • Ecotourism/Nature Tourism
    • Special Interest and Alternative Tourism
    • Border and Regional Tourism
    • Community Participation in Tourism
    • Resort and Park Development
    • Tourism Infrastructure
    • Tourism Policy
    • Tourism Organisation
    • Tourism Business and Marketing

    As a graduation requirement(s), students are required to fulfil the below requirement(s):

    • Minimum grade C+ for RUL670 (Research Methodology)
    • Fulfil the publication(s) requirement
    • Minimum Grade C for Bahasa Malaysia course (LKM100) (Applicable for International Only)

    Expertise available in the following School: School of Housing, Building & Planning

  • ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

    Applicants should possess one of the following:

    • A Master's degree in research mode; or
    • A Master’s degree in related area with CGPA 3.00/4; or
    • A Master’s degree in related area with CGPA 2.50-2.99/4 with additional requirements; or
    • Bachelor’s degree in related area with minimum CGPA 3.67/4 (fast-track to PhD)
  • 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 of Band 5 for IELTS; or
    • A minimum score of 40 for TOEFL (Internet-based); or
    • A minimum of Band 7.5 for TOEFL Essentials (Online); or
    • A minimum score of 154 for Cambridge English: Advance (CAE)/Proficiency (CPE) /Preliminary (PET) /First (FCE)/ Linguaskill Online min. score 154; or
    • A minimum score of 47 for Pearson Test of English (PTE); or
    • A minimum of Band 107 for CIEP Level (ELS); or
    • A minimum of Band 3.5 for Malaysian University English Test (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 : 310.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 3,550.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee : 750.00
    • Convocation Fee : 200.00
    • Research Methodology : 320.00
    • Registration Fee : 310.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 2,975.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee: 750.00
    • Convocation Fee : 200.00
    • Research Methodology : 320.00

     

    International (USD)
    Full Time Part Time
    • Registration Fee : 222.50
    • Personal Bond : 1000.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 1,325.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee: 250.00
    • Convocation Fee : 50.00
    • Research Methodology : 80.00
    • Registration Fee : 222.50
    • Personal Bond : 1000.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 1,188.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee : 250.00
    • Convocation Fee : 50.00
    • Research Methodology : 80.00

    ** Fees are subject to change

    ** New fees to be imposed starting from Academic Session 2025/2026 (October 2025 intake onward)

    Malaysian (MYR)
    Full Time Part Time
    • Registration Fee : 330.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 3,550.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee : 800.00
    • Convocation Fee : 200.00
    • Research Methodology : 320.00
    • Registration Fee : 330.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 2,975.00
    • 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 : 1000.00
    • 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 : 1000.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 1,570.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee : 250.00
    • Convocation Fee : 50.00
    • Research Methodology : 80.00

    ** Fees are subject to change

MSc (Architecture) - School of Housing, Building and Planning

MSc (Architecture) - School of Housing, Building and Planning


  • OVERVIEW

    The Master of Science  in Architecture are research programmes offered throughout the year. These programmes are offered as full-time and part-time modes to qualified Malaysian and international students to do independent research supervised by respective lecturers in various specialisations in the field of Architecture. As the concern on sustainability issues in built environment emerged, many new areas / fields of studies are explored. Besides focusing on different aspects of design, these programmes also offer research on energy, urban, crime and landscape. These research programmes have attracted many academicians as well as industry players to enhance their knowledge in various related issues in architecture.

    Research Thrust Areas:

    Architecture

    • Energy Efficient Design
    • Environmental Design: Lighting
    • Environmental Design: Acoustic
    • Environmental Design: Thermal Comfort
    • Architecture History and Theory
    • Vernacular Architecture
    • Sustainable Architecture
    • Housing Design
    • Computer Aided Design (CAD)
    • Human Factors in Architecture
    • Architecture Design
    • Fire Safety Design
    • Architectural Materials and Technology
    • Architecture Management and Practice
    • Architecture Pedagogy
    • Urban Design
    • Urban Management
    • Urban Conservation
    • Urban Culture
    • Building Conservation
    • Building Performance
    • Intelligent Building Design
    • Design of High-Rise Building

    Landscape Architecture

    • Crime and the Environment
    • Open Space
    • Park and Recreation
    • Landscape Ecology
    • Landscape Management
    • Landscape Planning
    • Landscape Technology
    • Landscape Geographic Information System

    As a graduation requirement(s), students are required to fulfil the below requirement(s):

    • Minimum grade C+ for RUL670 (Research Methodology)
    • Fulfil the publication(s) requirement
    • Minimum Grade C for Bahasa Malaysia course (LKM100) (Applicable for International Only)

    Expertise available in the following School: School of Housing, Building & Planning

  • ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

    Applicants should possess the following:

    A. Bachelor's degree in related area

    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

  • 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 of Band 5 for IELTS; or
    • A minimum score of 40 for TOEFL (Internet-based); or
    • A minimum of Band 7.5 for TOEFL Essentials (Online); or
    • A minimum score of 154 for Cambridge English: Advance (CAE)/Proficiency (CPE) /Preliminary (PET) /First (FCE)/ Linguaskill Online min. score 154; or
    • A minimum score of 47 for Pearson Test of English (PTE); or
    • A minimum of Band 107 for CIEP Level (ELS); or
    • A minimum of Band 3.5 for Malaysian University English Test (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 2 semesters / Max 6 semesters

    Part-time: Min 4 semesters / Max 12 semesters

  • FEES

    Malaysian (MYR)
    Full Time Part Time
    • Registration Fee : 310.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 3,550.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee : 750.00
    • Convocation Fee : 200.00
    • Research Methodology : 320.00
    • Registration Fee : 310.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 2,975.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee: 750.00
    • Convocation Fee : 200.00
    • Research Methodology : 320.00

     

    International (USD)
    Full Time Part Time
    • Registration Fee : 222.50
    • Personal Bond : 1000.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 1,325.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee: 250.00
    • Convocation Fee : 50.00
    • Research Methodology : 80.00
    • Registration Fee : 222.50
    • Personal Bond : 1000.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 1,188.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee : 250.00
    • Convocation Fee : 50.00
    • Research Methodology : 80.00

    ** Fees are subject to change

    ** New fees to be imposed starting from Academic Session 2025/2026 (October 2025 intake onward)

    Malaysian (MYR)
    Full Time Part Time
    • Registration Fee : 330.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 3,550.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee : 800.00
    • Convocation Fee : 200.00
    • Research Methodology : 320.00
    • Registration Fee : 330.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 2,975.00
    • 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 : 1000.00
    • 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 : 1000.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 1,570.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee : 250.00
    • Convocation Fee : 50.00
    • Research Methodology : 80.00

    ** Fees are subject to change

Master of Science in Bioprocess Technology – School of Industrial Technology

Master of Science in Bioprocess Technology – School of Industrial Technology


  • OVERVIEW

    Research Thrust Areas:

    Bioprocess Technology

    • Bioprocess Technology
    • Enzymology/Enzyme Technology/Biocatalysts
    • Fermentation Technology
    • Waste Treatment via Bioprocess Technology
    • Pharmaceutical Bioprocess Technology
    • Biochemical/Metabolite Technology
    • Process Control/Automation
    • Food/Nutraceutical Bioprocess Technology

    Expertise available in the following School: School of Industrial Technology

  • ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

    Applicants should possess the following:

    A. Bachelor's degree in related area

    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

  • LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

    Not Applicable

  • DURATION

    Full-time: Min 2 semesters / Max 6 semesters

    Part-time: Min 4 semesters / Max 12 semesters

  • FEES

    Malaysian (MYR)
    Full Time Part Time
    • Registration Fee : 310.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 3,550.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee : 750.00
    • Convocation Fee : 200.00
    • Research Methodology : 320.00
    • Registration Fee : 310.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 2,975.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee: 750.00
    • Convocation Fee : 200.00
    • Research Methodology : 320.00

     

    International (USD)
    Full Time Part Time
    • Registration Fee : 222.50
    • Personal Bond : 1000.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 1,325.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee: 250.00
    • Convocation Fee : 50.00
    • Research Methodology : 80.00
    • Registration Fee : 222.50
    • Personal Bond : 1000.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 1,188.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee : 250.00
    • Convocation Fee : 50.00
    • Research Methodology : 80.00

    ** Fees are subject to change

    ** New fees to be imposed starting from Academic Session 2025/2026 (October 2025 intake onward)

    Malaysian (MYR)
    Full Time Part Time
    • Registration Fee : 330.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 3,550.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee : 800.00
    • Convocation Fee : 200.00
    • Registration Fee : 330.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 2,975.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee: 800.00
    • Convocation Fee : 200.00

     

    International (USD)
    Full Time Part Time
    • Registration Fee : 225.00
    • Personal Bond : 1000.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 1,850.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee: 250.00
    • Convocation Fee : 50.00
    • Registration Fee : 225.00
    • Personal Bond : 1000.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 1,570.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee : 250.00
    • Convocation Fee : 50.00

    ** Fees are subject to change

Master of Science in Bioresource, Paper and Coatings Technology - School of Industrial Technology

Master of Science in Bioresource, Paper and Coatings Technology - School of Industrial Technology


  • OVERVIEW

    Research Thrust Areas:

    Bioresource, Paper and Coatings Technology

    • Biomass Sciences
    • Durability and Protection
    • Wood Polymer Composites
    • Paper Recycling / Paper Technology
    • Natural Fibre Filled / Reinforced Polymer Composites
    • Bioresource based products
    • Chemical Modification Of Bioresource
    • Environment Friendly Pulping/ Alternative Pulping Technology
    • Polymer Chemistry And Resin Technology
    • Surface Coatings Technology
    • Adhesives Science and Technology
    • Biomass Processing and Applications
    • Nanofiber and Nanocellulose Sciences and Technologies
    • Green Materials/ Composite
    • Radiation Curing Technology
    • Environmentally sustainable pulp bleaching Technology
    • Biomaterials
    • Cellulose derivatives
    • Biocomposites/ Hybrid Biocomposites

    Expertise available in the following School: School of Industrial Technology

  • ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

    Applicants should possess the following:

    A. Bachelor's degree in related area

    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

  • LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

    Not Applicable

  • DURATION

    Full-time: Min 2 semesters / Max 6 semesters

    Part-time: Min 4 semesters / Max 12 semesters

  • FEES

    Malaysian (MYR)
    Full Time Part Time
    • Registration Fee : 310.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 3,550.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee : 750.00
    • Convocation Fee : 200.00
    • Research Methodology : 320.00
    • Registration Fee : 310.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 2,975.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee: 750.00
    • Convocation Fee : 200.00
    • Research Methodology : 320.00

     

    International (USD)
    Full Time Part Time
    • Registration Fee : 222.50
    • Personal Bond : 1000.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 1,325.00 
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee: 250.00
    • Convocation Fee : 50.00
    • Research Methodology : 80.00
    • Registration Fee : 222.50
    • Personal Bond : 1000.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 1,188.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee : 250.00
    • Convocation Fee : 50.00
    • Research Methodology : 80.00

    ** Fees are subject to change

    ** New fees to be imposed starting from Academic Session 2025/2026 (October 2025 intake onward)

    Malaysian (MYR)
    Full Time Part Time
    • Registration Fee : 330.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 3,550.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee : 800.00
    • Convocation Fee : 200.00
    • Registration Fee : 330.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 2,975.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee: 800.00
    • Convocation Fee : 200.00

     

    International (USD)
    Full Time Part Time
    • Registration Fee : 225.00
    • Personal Bond : 1000.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 1,850.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee: 250.00
    • Convocation Fee : 50.00
    • Registration Fee : 225.00
    • Personal Bond : 1000.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 1,570.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee : 250.00
    • Convocation Fee : 50.00

    ** Fees are subject to change

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