PhD (Marine Sciences) - School of Biology Sciences

The study on marine and coastal ecosystem includes the sandy beaches, rocky shores, coral reefs, mangrove, estuaries and the open sea. In this research area, emphasis will be given on the processes and dynamics of these ecosystems, in relation with biotic and abiotic factors. The ecological and economic importance of each ecosystem will be emphasized. Research in this area also involves practical experience in sampling inventory and various field and lab-based measurement techniques. By studying the marine and coastal ecosystem, students are able to understand the flora and fauna adaptations to different ecosystems, which are currently threatened by humans and what options exist for dealing with these problems. This field of study is also inclusive of cultivation of marine organisms for food and other products. 

Research Thrust Areas:

1. Marine & Coastal Ecosystem

• Mangrove Ecosystem
• Marine Pollution & Toxicology
• Mariculture
• Coral reefs Ecosystems
• Integrated Coastal Zone Management

Expertise available in the following School:
School of Biological Sciences

Applicants should possess one of the following:

• 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)

(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)

Full-time: Min 4 semesters / Max 10 semesters

Part-time: Min 6 semesters /Max 15 semesters

** Fees are subject to change