Doctor of Philosophy in Education

(R4/0110/8/0019)(01/32)(A5718)

Synopsis

Doctor of Philosophy in Education (MQA Certificate: 03227): The teaching and training research programme has a study programme for 3 – 8 years. Candidates will show a critical understanding of the most advanced knowledge within the boundaries of the field of study or professional practice. It conducts, manages, and leads advanced research independently that contributes to great professional knowledge and practice, and original, and professional. It produces research findings in the form of theses, patents, products, advanced professional practices or advanced technologies, creative models or artworks, or music. Furthermore, it also demonstrates the ability to present and defend points of view, thesis, and ideas in the field of expertise with knowledge and confidence. Candidates can become consultants, researchers, and planners in education management. In addition, candidates can get jobs in their capacity as academicians, development officers or researchers, and employees of higher education institutions. This program also requires the writing of a thesis as prescribed by MQA.

Career Prospects

The graduates of the programme are expected to fulfil the market needs at the academic institutions or research institutions, especially in the social sciences related sectors. This is in line with the nation’s economic transformation programmes of becoming a high-income nation. Some candidates become consultants, researchers, and planners in education/education management. The candidates will be able to obtain employment in the following capacity as an Academia, a Research & Development Officer, and a Higher Educational Institutions Staff.

Entry Requirement

A Master’s Degree, as accepted by the HEP’s Senate; OR other qualifications equivalent to a Master’s Degree, as accepted by the HEP Senate.

English Language Requirement

International students are required to achieve a minimum score of IELTS 5.0 OR it’s equivalent.

Learning Outcomes

At the end of this programme, students should be able to:

Apply the research knowledge and skills learned to various tasks and situations.
Demonstrate a comprehensive-knowledge of the field of study and be informed of the latest developments and trends.
Integrate core knowledge in the planning, preparation, and implementation of research results.
Plan effective research strategies to increase potential for revenue enhancement to build solid foundation for future growths.
Demonstrate innovative and productive management skills in handling responsibilities, problems, and tasks.
Display capabilities as a researcher with the ability in academic writing, practical and verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
Perform tasks as an individual, a team member and a member of education institutions in the plural society effectively.
Practice life-long learning to face global challenges.
Apply professional and ethical values in the daily undertaking of tasks and responsibilities.

Study Field

The field of this study is teaching and training.

Admission Application

Applications for admission should be accompanied by a brief research proposal containing the title, subfield, and research questions.

Tuition Fees

Local — Total RM16, 200
International — Total RM26, 400

Lecturer / Supervisor

The faculty and supervisor of the dissertation for the programme consist of qualified lecturers in
related fields at the Masters and Doctoral degrees. A total of 12 of them graduated with a doctorate. Two
lecturers hold professors, four Associate Professors, while the other is Senior Lecturers in the field either
locally or overseas.

Programme Study Plan Appendix A (Full-time long semester intake), and Appendix B (Part-time long semester intake).

Full-Time Study Scheme (3 YEARS)

Semester 1 (FIRST YEAR)
 Completion of the prescribed course: Research Methodology
 Progress report

Semester 2 (FIRST YEAR)
 Colloquium / seminar / workshop
 Progress report

Semester 3 (2nd YEAR)
 Proposal defence
 Research data collection
 Progress report

Semester 4 (2nd YEAR)
 Processing research data
 Writing a research report/dissertation
 Progress report

Semester 5 (THIRD YEAR)
 Research presentation
 Progress report

Semester 6 (THIRD YEAR)
 Viva voce

For further information, please contact:

Deputy Dean (Research & Postgraduate)
Name : Tuan Syed Lamsah bin Syed Chear
E-mail : syedlamsah@unisel.edu.my
contact : 018 – 4684247

Programme Coordinator
Name: Dr. Abu Bakar Mohd Sheikh
E-mail: abu_sheik@unisel.edu.my
Contact: 017-2023798

Description	Course Code
Semester 1	EPP7111
Research Methodology	CMP7000
Semester 2	EPP7121
Proposal Defence	CPP7000
Semester 3	EPP7131
Semester 4	EPP7141
Semester 5	EPP7151
Candidature Defence	CCD7000
Semester 6	EPP7161
Viva Voce	EPP7331
Viva Voce Correction	EPP7000