Doctor of Philosophy
Full time Swinburne University of Technology, Sarawak CampusCourse Key Info
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Field of Study General Studies
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Subject Research Skills
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Qualification PhD
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Course Fee From RM 110,200
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Course Duration 4 Years
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Intakes JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
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Study Mode Full time
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Institution Type Private University
Course Description
Teacher Training and Education Science | N/140/8/0014 (05/21) – MQA/SWA0828
Social and Behavioural Science | N/310/8/0016 (05/21) – MQA/SWA0739
PhD candidates are required to make a significant and original contribution to a discipline or profession by submitting one of the following, each equivalent to 70,000 – 100,000 words:
- a written research thesis; or
- a written research thesis including associated papers; or
- an artefact, such as a creative work or design product, with an accompanying exegesis (critical explanation).
The candidate is expected to conduct independent research of high originality and quality; independently conceive of, design, conduct and complete a research project; develop a critical knowledge and understanding of the research area and methodological approaches; and communicate convincingly with relevant audiences.
Tuition Fees:
Malaysian Student: RM 27550 per year costing RM 110,200 for the whole course
International Student: RM 35050 per year costing RM 140,200 for the whole course
Applicants must produce evidence of adequate language capability in written and spoken English through one of the following:
- obtain a minimum IELTS overall band of 6.5 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0 or a TOEFL equivalent no longer than 24 months before submitting your application
- satisfactorily complete the Swinburne College English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Advanced level certificate at the postgraduate level (EAP 5: PG-70%)
- successfully complete a total of 24 months (full time equivalent) of formal study where the language of instruction and assessment was English at AQF level 7 or above (or equivalent) at an approved university no longer than 60 months before submitting your application.
A candidate must have completed at least four years (or equivalent) of tertiary education in a relevant discipline at a high level of achievement, and must have been approved for the award of the degree(s) in that discipline.
A high level of achievement is defined as the equivalent of a four year Swinburne Honours degree that includes a significant research component in the fourth year, leading to an Honours degree class 1n (average grade between 80-100) or Class 2Ab (average grade between 70-79) level.
Four years of tertiary studies can be demonstrated by the completion of any of the combinations of qualification below, at the required standard of achievement:
- a four year degree; or
- a three year degree and a Masters by
Research; or - a three year degree and an Honours year; or
- a three year degree and a Masters by Coursework that includes a research component with a duration of at least one semester full time (or part time equivalent)
