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Research Mode Programme

The Master of Science in Sustainability, Master of Arts in Sustainability, and Doctor of Philosophy in Sustainability 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 carry out independent research supervised by respective lecturers in various specialisations in the field of Sustainability.

As concerns and interest in sustainability issues increased, potential areas of studies of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) & WEHAB+3- Water, Energy, Health, Agriculture, Biodiversity + Climate Change & Disaster Risk Management, Production & Consumption, Population & Poverty are explored. Upon graduation, postgraduate students can pursue their careers in academic as well as industry-based research. Research Thrust Areas: 1. Sustainable Development Goals 2. WEHAB+3 (Water, Energy, Health, Agriculture, Biodiversity, Climate Change & Disaster Risk Management, Production & Consumption, Population & Poverty)

Admission Requirements

MASTER

Qualifications (any of the below):

I. Bachelor degree
A) CGPA of at least 2.75/4.00; or
B) CGPA of 2.50 - 2.74/4.00 with; or

  • Research experience – 1 year; or
    • Professional experience in related field- 1 year; or
    • One(1) academic publication in related field; or
    • Grade B for major/ elective courses; or
    • Grade B+ for final year project.

C) CGPA of 2.00 - 2.49/4.00 (Honours degree) with; or
• Research experience - 5 years; or
• Professional experience in related field - 5 years, AND
• One (1) academic publications in related field; or
• Grade B for major/elective courses; or
• Grade B+ for final year project.

II. APEL A Certificate (APEL T-7)
http://www2.mqa.gov.my/APEL/
For non-CGPA qualifications, please refer to IPS for confirmation.
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PhD / DOCTORATE

Qualifications (any of the below):

Master degree (Coursework or Mixed Mode)

A) CGPA of at least 3.00 / 4.00; or
B) CGPA of 2.50 - 2.99 with; or

  • Research experience – 2 years; or
    • Professional experience in related field – 2 years; or
    • Two (2) academic publications in the field; or
    • Grade B+ for major/elective courses; or
    • Grade B+ for Coursework Mode or P for Mixed Mode dissertation/project;

Master degree (Research Mode)
For non-CGPA qualifications, please refer to IPS for confirmation.

Language Requirements

The minimum score for each programme can be varied 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; 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 CAN BE CONSIDERED 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

Master

Full Time: Mininum 2 semesters / Maximum 6 semesters
Part Time: Mininum 4 semesters / Maximum 12 semesters

PhD

Full Time: Mininum 4 semesters / Maximum 10 semesters
Part Time: Mininum 6 semesters / Maximum 15 semesters

Fees

Local Student

 Research Programme  TUITION FEES (RM) / SEM 
 FULL TIME  PART TIME
 Arts   3,050  2,515
 Science   3,550  2,975

Other Fees:

 Type of Fees   Amount (RM)
 Registration   340
 Convocation   120
 Thesis   Master  750
 PhD  1,000

International Student

 Research Programme   TUITION FEES (USD) / SEM
 FULL TIME  PART TIME
 Arts  1,150  1,025
 Science  1,325  1,188

Other Fees:

 Type of Fees   Amount (USD)   
 Registration   227.50
 Convocation   30
 Personal Bond (Refundable upon completion of study)  475
 Thesis   Master  250
 PhD  375
  • Tuition fees are calculated based on minimum semester
  • Fees are subject to change by University without prior notice. Candidates are advised to check the rates before making any transactions
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Disclaimer: The information provided is subject to change depending on current circumstances.