Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) by Research
Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka (UTeM)
The Doctoral candidate by research is supervised by an academic staff — or a panel of supervisors — from the faculty. The directed research work will focus on a particular subject that introduces the candidate to the processes by which new knowledge is developed or applied. The specific topic of investigation will be agreed upon by the supervisor(s) and the candidate.
Academic progress is assessed through a research progress report submitted at the end of each semester. The degree is awarded based on an oral examination (viva-voce) of the thesis submitted upon completion of study. Applications for admission may be submitted throughout the year.
Academic progress is assessed through a research progress report submitted at the end of each semester. The degree is awarded based on an oral examination (viva-voce) of the thesis submitted upon completion of study. Applications for admission may be submitted throughout the year.
Total credits
90
Full time
3–8 yrs
Part time
4–8 yrs
Application intake
Year-round
📚 Programme Structure
Research Methodology Compulsory3 credits
Thesis87 credits
Total90 credits
📅 Programme Fees (Excluding SST)
📍 Malaysian Citizen
RM 20,604.00
Full time & part time
🌐 International
RM 54,852.00
Full time only
🟢 Detailed Fee Structure – Local Students (Malaysian Citizen)
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| Fee Structure | Sem 1 | Sem 2 | Sem 3 | Sem 4 | Sem 5 | Sem 6 | Sem 7+ | Exam Fee | Full Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registration Fee |
280.00 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| Semester Fee |
310.00 | 310.00 | 310.00 | 310.00 | 310.00 | 310.00 | 310.00 | – | – |
| Tuition Fee |
5,814.00 | 2,030.00 | 2,030.00 | 2,030.00 | 2,030.00 | 2,030.00 | 2,554.00 | 2,500.00 | – |
| Programme Fee |
6,404.00 | 2,340.00 | 2,340.00 | 2,340.00 | 2,340.00 | 2,340.00 | 2,864.00 | 2,500.00 | 20,604.00 |
ⓘ Table above reflects local (Malaysian citizen) student fees, excluding SST. Applicable for both full time and part time modes.
🔷 Detailed Fee Structure – International Students (Incl. 6% SST)
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| Fee Structure | Sem 1 | Sem 2 | Sem 3 | Sem 4 | Sem 5 | Sem 6 | Sem 7+ | Full Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registration Fee | 280.00 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| Semester Fee | 310.00 | 310.00 | 310.00 | 310.00 | 310.00 | 310.00 | 310.00 | – |
| Tuition Fee | 15,458.00 | 11,802.00 | 9,488.00 | 4,488.00 | 4,488.00 | 6,988.00 | 2,500.00 | – |
| Programme Fee | 16,048.00 | 12,112.00 | 9,798.00 | 4,798.00 | 4,798.00 | 7,298.00 | 2,810.00 | 54,852.00 |
| SST 6% | 962.88 | 726.72 | 587.88 | 287.88 | 287.88 | 437.88 | 168.60 | – |
| Total (Incl. SST) | 17,010.88 | 12,838.72 | 10,385.88 | 5,085.88 | 5,085.88 | 7,735.88 | 2,978.60 | 58,143.12 |
ⓘ Table above reflects international student fees. Malaysian citizen full programme fee: RM 20,604.00 (excl. SST). Part time mode is not available for international applicants.
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