Doctor of Philosophy in Education
Doctor of Philosophy in Education
(N/0113/8/0002) 21.05.2033 / (MQA/PA 18856) 09.02.2026-08.02.2031
Overview
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Education is the highest level of academic study designed to produce scholars, researchers, lecturers, and educational leaders who are capable of contributing to the advancement of educational knowledge, policy, and practice through high-quality research. The programme emphasizes the development of advanced research skills, critical thinking, in-depth data analysis, and the ability to generate new knowledge that has a meaningful impact on educational communities at both national and international levels.
The programme also develops professional competencies in scholarly publication, conference presentations, academic writing, research ethics, and research project management. Graduates are expected to serve as subject-matter experts, policymakers, leaders of educational institutions, professional researchers, or academics who can drive educational transformation in the fields of Educational Psychology, Educational Sociology, Applied Linguistics, Educational Counselling and others related field.
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Entry Requirement
- A Master’s degree in Education field (Level 7 Malaysian Qualifications Framework, MQF) as accepted by the HEP Senate; OR
- Master’s degree (non-education) must undergo *prerequisite courses; OR
- Other relevant equivalent qualifications recognised by Malaysian government as equivalent to the above requirements.
* Prerequisite courses: Common Core Education foundation.
*English Competency Requirement for International Student:
Achieve Malaysian University English Test (MUET) or any English competency test equivalent to a Low B1 Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).
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Programme Duration
Full-Time:
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Minimum: 3 years
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Maximum: 8 years
Part-Time:
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Minimum: 4 years
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Maximum: 12 years
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Course Required
- Research Methodology
Tuition Fees
Tuition Fees
(Local Students)
RM 12,600
Approximate Total Fees
RM 20,450
Tuition Fees
(International Students)
RM 16,950
Approximate Total Fees
RM 27,300
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