Doctor of Information Technology (DIT)
Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka (UTeM) | 3½-Year Doctoral Programme
Doctor of Information Technology offers a unique 3½ year programme that consists of coursework (7 modules) and research studies to extend fundamental knowledge of information and communication technology in solving industrial relevant problems.
During the research studies, the candidate is supervised by an academic staff from the university and an industrial supervisor from the related research field. The directed research work will focus on an industrial problem that engages the candidate in industry-based problem solving by which new knowledge is developed or applied accordingly. The supervisor (or panel of supervisors), the industry supervisor and the candidate will select the topic of investigation.
Academic progress is assessed through assignments, written tests, and research progress reports throughout the studies. The degree is awarded based on the completion of coursework and an oral examination (viva-voce) of the thesis submitted upon completion of study. Interested candidates may submit their application for admission throughout the year. Successful candidates should begin their studies in common semester according to the university academic calendar.
During the research studies, the candidate is supervised by an academic staff from the university and an industrial supervisor from the related research field. The directed research work will focus on an industrial problem that engages the candidate in industry-based problem solving by which new knowledge is developed or applied accordingly. The supervisor (or panel of supervisors), the industry supervisor and the candidate will select the topic of investigation.
Academic progress is assessed through assignments, written tests, and research progress reports throughout the studies. The degree is awarded based on the completion of coursework and an oral examination (viva-voce) of the thesis submitted upon completion of study. Interested candidates may submit their application for admission throughout the year. Successful candidates should begin their studies in common semester according to the university academic calendar.
Duration
3½ years
Total credits
91
Coursework
7 modules
Phases
3
Application intake
Year-round
🔬 Areas of Research
💻 Software and Information Systems Engineering
📊 Data and Knowledge Engineering
🤖 Artificial Intelligence, Modeling and Decision Technology
🌐 Networking and Internet Computing
🔒 Computer Systems and Security
✅ Additional Entry Requirements
- A Master's degree (or equivalent) from any institution of higher learning recognized by the Malaysian Government; AND
- A candidate must obtain at least one computing-related degree; AND
- A candidate must be working in an industry with at least 2 years' experience and has obtained the approval from employer to accommodate research project in the workplace
📋 Programme Plan
Candidate is suggested to complete 91 credits of graduation requirement in 3 phases as follows:
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| Phase | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | Total Credit | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sem 1 | Sem 2 | Sem 1 | Sem 2 | Sem 1 | Sem 2 | Sem 1 | Sem 2 | ||
| P1: Coursework | 9 credits | 12 credits | – | – | – | – | – | – | 21 credits |
| P2: Research Preparation | – | – | 14 credits | – | – | – | – | – | 70 credits |
| P3: Research | – | – | – | 14 credits | 14 credits | 14 credits | 14 credits | – | |
| Total | 91 credits | ||||||||
📅 Programme Fees (Excluding SST)
📍 Malaysian Citizen
RM 20,725.00
Full time
🌐 International
RM 36,500.00
Full time only
ⓘ Fees shown are exclusive of SST. Please contact the faculty for the latest fee structure inclusive of SST.
📞 For Further Information
Faculty of Information and Communication Technology
📞 +606-229 2231