Postgraduate
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Programs
Duration and Fees
Enrollment Requirements
Programme Outline
Entry requirement through APEL.A
Students Activities
Programs
IPI offers two (2) years for master and four (4) years for PhD targeted to students who are interested in doing space, geospatial, and climate change research. IPI attracts international students and conducts the program in English and/or Bahasa Melayu.
The Master (MSc) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programs in IPI are developed and guided by research fellows and professors at IPI. The program begins with a one (1) week orientation course in which students will be trained to become familiar with basic research practices and ethics. This course comprises thesis writing skills, publication ethics, and UKM regulations. This program is offered either as part-time and full-time. All intellectual properties developed and collected at IPI belong to UKM. Therefore, all registered students are required to sign a confidential disclosure and limited use agreement.
| Programs | National Education Code (NEC) |
Specializations |
| Doctor of Philosophy (Research Mode) | 0530 |
|
Duration and Fees
| Programmes | Full Time | Part Time |
| Doctor of Philosophy | 6 – 12 semesters | 8 – 14 semesters |
Intake
All PhD candidates by research can register at any time throughout the year.
Fees
| LOCAL/ INTERNATIONAL | Registration | 1ST SEMESTER | SUBSEQUENT SEMESTER | TOTAL FEES | |
| (Registration, Service Activity & Tuition Fees) | (Service Activity & Tuition Fees) | (MIN SEM) | MIN SEM | ||
| Local | RM 1, 010 | RM 4, 190 | RM 3, 180 | RM 20, 900 | 6 |
| International | RM 1, 710 | RM 9, 050 | RM 9, 050 | RM 56, 010 | 6 |
IMPORTANT NOTES
- Total fees above are approximated figures and only serve as a guideline. Total fees for the entire study may vary depending on the number of semesters registered.
- All fees are payable in advance. Full settlement of the first semester fee is required upon enrolment. Subsequently, full settlement of fees is to be made before the commencement of each semester.
- Payment from overseas need to be done using FLYWIRE payment gateway. Tuition fees are to be made in Ringgit Malaysia only.
- Any shortfall arising from foreign currency exchange transactions to Ringgit Malaysia and bank charges will be borne by the student while any surplus will be reflected as excess payment in the student’s account.
- This fee scheduled is subject to review accordingly. The University reserves the right to make the necessary changes deemed fit. While all changes are usually communicated on a best effort basis, the University reserves the right to amend the fee schedule without prior notice.
- Registration fee is non-refundable.
- Visa and Personal bond payment varies according to country of origin. Kindly visit UKMShape website for more information.
Enrollment Requirements
Academic Qualification
- A Master’s degree in relevant areas which are recognised by the Senate; or
- Other related qualifications which are recognised by the Senate as equivalent; or
- (Fast Track Route) Bachelor’s Degree (honour) with First Class Honour (CGPA: above 3.67), or equivalent recognition from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, or other Institute of Higher Learnings recognised by the MQA, or other equivalent international standardizing bodies; or
- Master’s programme at the Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia and being recommended by the Graduate Studies Committee and the relevant faculty for conversion to the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programme with the approval of Senate.
English Proficiency
International students are required to obtain a minimum English Language test score as a prerequisite for entry into graduate programmes at UKM:- IELTS : Minimum Band 6.0
- TOEFL : Minimum 60 (iBT) or 550 (PBT)
- CEFR : Level Mid B2
- MUET : Minimum Band 4
Programme Outline
- Research Methodology Course (ZFDS 8014)
- Research Proposal Presentation
- Workshop and Colloquium
- Journal Publication
- Thesis
- Elective Course: Click to check courses
Requirements for graduate
Student would have to defend their thesis for graduation via a final viva examination The requirements for this are the following: Requirements Overview- Complete 8 credit hours of courses including 4 hours Research Methodology course + 4 hours elective course related to study.
- For international students: Pass in Bahasa Melayu 3 hours audit course (LMCM1083/LMCM1093).
- Students must observe strict confidentiality in all aspects relating to research activities, research methodology course and workshop.
- Students can only be excused from daily research activities, research methodology course and workshop by obtaining prior permission from their respective supervisor/ person in-charge.
- Students whose unsatisfactory performance during the course may be required to attend for an additional evaluation before an award of their Masters/Phd is made.
- Students are expected to be professional during their time at IPI and adhere to rules and cultural norms of UKM and in Malaysia.
Entry requirement through APEL.A
Eligibility Requirements for APEL.A
- Must be a Malaysian citizen.
- Must be 35 years of age or above in the year the application is submitted for admission to a Doctoral (PhD) programme (APEL T-8).
- Must possess at least a Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification recognized by the relevant authorities.
- Must have a minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience after completing the degree stated above.
- Alternative pathway to postgraduate study
- Recognises your professional experience
- Ideal for working professionals
- Turn your experience into your next academic achievement
- Applicants applying for the Doctoral (PhD) programme (APEL T-8) are required to undergo an eligibility screening assessment before submitting their application.
- See more information: https://www.ukm.my/apel/apel-a/
Students Activities
Students are required to attend teaching/learning sessions which includes:
IPI Research Colloquium
The colloquium gives the opportunity for students to present their current research progress in a power point. The colloquium is held once a year.
IPI Seminar Series and Workshops
The goal of the Seminars is for research fellows, students and research officer to share their recent research findings or anything related to their research in a general manner. The content of the talk may include theories, research findings, progress report, or networking activities. Public Lectures are usually done by visiting researchers. These activities are opened to all the UKM students, research assistants, laboratory assistants, science officers, research officers, fellow researchers, professors.
Orientation Briefing
All Master and PhD candidates are required to attend an orientation briefing organized by IPI during the 1st year of registration. The briefing aims to introduce graduate students to basic laboratory SOP, rules and regulations.
Master of Science (MSc)
Programs
Duration and Fees
Enrollment Requirements
Programme Outline
Entry requirement through APEL.A
Students Activities
Programs
IPI offers two (2) years for master and four (4) years for PhD targeted to students who are interested in doing space, geospatial, and climate change research. IPI attracts international students and conducts the program in English and/or Bahasa Melayu.
The Master (MSc) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programs in IPI are developed and guided by research fellows and professors at IPI. The program begins with a one (1) week orientation course in which students will be trained to become familiar with basic research practices and ethics. This course comprises thesis writing skills, publication ethics, and UKM regulations. This program is offered either as part-time and full-time. All intellectual properties developed and collected at IPI belong to UKM. Therefore, all registered students are required to sign a confidential disclosure and limited use agreement.
| Programs | National Education Code (NEC) |
Specializations |
| Master of Science (Research Mode) | 0530 |
|
Duration and Fees
| Programmes | Full Time | Part Time |
| Master of Science | 4 – 6 semesters | 6 – 8 semesters |
Intake
All Masters candidates by research can register at any time throughout the year.Fees
| LOCAL/ INTERNATIONAL | Registration | 1ST SEMESTER | SUBSEQUENT SEMESTER | TOTAL FEES | |
| (Registration, Service Activity & Tuition Fees) | (Service Activity & Tuition Fees) | (MIN SEM) | MIN SEM | ||
| Local | RM 1, 010 | RM 4, 155 | RM 3, 145 | RM 7, 300 | 4 |
| International | RM 1, 410 | RM 7, 225 | RM 7, 225 | RM 30, 310 | 4 |
- Total fees above are approximated figures and only serve as a guideline. Total fees for the entire study may vary depending on the number of semesters registered.
- All fees are payable in advance. Full settlement of the first semester fee is required upon enrolment. Subsequently, full settlement of fees is to be made before the commencement of each semester.
- Payment from overseas need to be done using FLYWIRE payment gateway. Tuition fees are to be made in Ringgit Malaysia only.
- Any shortfall arising from foreign currency exchange transactions to Ringgit Malaysia and bank charges will be borne by the student while any surplus will be reflected as excess payment in the student’s account.
- This fee scheduled is subject to review accordingly. The University reserves the right to make the necessary changes deemed fit. While all changes are usually communicated on a best effort basis, the University reserves the right to amend the fee schedule without prior notice.
- Registration fee is non-refundable.
- Visa and Personal bond payment varies according to country of origin. Kindly visit UKMShape website for more information.
Enrollment Requirements
Academic Qualification
- An Honour’s degree or its equivalent in relevant areas which are recognised by the Senate with a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 2.75 and above; or
- An Honour’s degree or its equivalent in relevant areas with a CGPA between 2.50 to 2.75 (or equivalent) will be accepted after passing internal evaluation; or
- An Honour’s degree or its equivalent in relevant areas with a CGPA less than 2.50 (or equivalent) with more than 5 years of related industrial experience, will be accepted after passing internal evaluation
English Proficiency
International students are required to obtain a minimum English Language test score as a prerequisite for entry into graduate programmes at UKM:- IELTS : Minimum Band 6.0
- TOEFL : Minimum 60 (iBT) or 550 (PBT)
- CEFR : Level Mid B2
- MUET : Minimum Band 4
Programme Outline
- Research Methodology Course (ZFSS 6014 )
- Research Proposal Presentation
- Workshop and Colloquium
- Journal Publication
- Thesis
- Elective Course : Click to check courses
Requirements for graduate
Student would have to defend their thesis for graduation via a final viva examination The requirements for this are the following: Requirements Overview- Complete 6 credit hours of courses including 4 hours Research Methodology course + 2 hours elective course related to study.
- For international students: Pass in Bahasa Melayu 3 hours audit course (LMCM1083/LMCM1093).
- Students must observe strict confidentiality in all aspects relating to research activities, research methodology course and workshop.
- Students can only be excused from daily research activities, research methodology course and workshop by obtaining prior permission from their respective supervisor/ person in-charge.
- Students whose unsatisfactory performance during the course may be required to attend for an additional evaluation before an award of their Masters/Phd is made.
- Students are expected to be professional during their time at IPI and adhere to rules and cultural norms of UKM and in Malaysia.
Entry requirement through APEL.A
Eligibility Requirements for APEL.A
- Must be a Malaysian citizen.
- Must be 30 years of age or above in the year the application is submitted
- Must possess a STPM certificate, Diploma, or other equivalent qualifications recognized by the relevant authorities
- Must have relevant work experience after completing the certificate stated above.
- Alternative pathway to postgraduate study
- Recognises your professional experience
- Ideal for working professionals
- Turn your experience into your next academic achievement
- Applicants applying for the Master’s Degree level through APEL (APEL T-7) are required to undergo an eligibility screening assessment before submitting their application.
- See more information: https://www.ukm.my/apel/apel-a/
Students Activities
Students are required to attend teaching/learning sessions which includes:
-
IPI Research Colloquium
-
IPI Seminar Series and Workshops
-
Orientation Briefing
Master (Coursework)
Programs
Duration and Fees
Enrollment Requirements
Programme Outline
Courses
Courses Poster
Programs
Master in Climate Change Coursework is one of its kind programme in this country focusing on raising the awareness of climate change and its impact on local and global scales. We are committed to improve the knowledge of graduates with the latest and state of the art tools in measuring, analyzing and predicting climate change that can aid in mitigation and policy making. Government agencies, private entities, consultation firms are welcomed to join us!
| Programs | National Education Code (NEC) | Specializations |
| Master in Climate Change (Coursework) | 0521 |
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- Course mode: Full time
- Course delivery method
- Medium language: English
- Blended Learning: Physical and virtual lectures, tutorials, practical work, visiting of sites
- Online: UKMFolio, Online meeting platforms
Duration and Fees
| Programmes | Full Time | Part Time |
| Master of Science | 2 – 4 semesters | None |
Intake
Master by coursework enrollment is in March/April 2023Fees
| LOCAL/ INTERNATIONAL | Registration | 1ST SEMESTER | SUBSEQUENT SEMESTER | TOTAL FEES | |
| (Registration, Service Activity & Tuition Fees) | (Service Activity & Tuition Fees) | (MIN SEM) | MIN SEM | ||
| Local | RM 1, 010 | RM 9, 515 | RM 8, 505 | RM 18, 020 | 2 |
| International | RM 1, 410 | RM 18, 740 | RM 17, 330 | RM 36, 070 | 2 |
- Total fees above are approximated figures and only serve as a guideline. Total fees for the entire study may vary depending on the number of semesters registered.
- All fees are payable in advance. Full settlement of the first semester fee is required upon enrolment. Subsequently, full settlement of fees is to be made before the commencement of each semester.
- Payment from overseas need to be done using FLYWIRE payment gateway. Tuition fees are to be made in Ringgit Malaysia only.
- Any shortfall arising from foreign currency exchange transactions to Ringgit Malaysia and bank charges will be borne by the student while any surplus will be reflected as excess payment in the student’s account.
- This fee scheduled is subject to review accordingly. The University reserves the right to make the necessary changes deemed fit. While all changes are usually communicated on a best effort basis, the University reserves the right to amend the fee schedule without prior notice.
- Registration fee is non-refundable.
- Visa and Personal bond payment varies according to country of origin. Kindly visit UKMShape website for more information.
Enrollment Requirements
Academic Qualification
- Bachelor’s Degree, CGPA ≥ 2.50
- Bachelor’s Degree, CGPA ≤ 2.50, but with 5 years related working experience
English Proficiency (Foreign Enrollments)
Not required for:
- Citizens of countries with English language as official language (Native Speakers)
- Graduated from academic institutions using English as medium of instruction
None native speaking candidates are required to produce minimum test score from recognized language standards
- IELTS ≥ Band 5.0
- TOEFL ≥ 60 (iBT)
- CEFR ≥ Mid B2
- MUET ≥ Band 3
Candidates who do not meet minimum English language requirements:
- Attend university level English Preparation Course for maximum 2 years
- Candidates that attended third party English Preparation Course, should sit for either:
- Malaysia university English Test (MUET); or
- Exams recognized by The Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR)
Programme Outline
Requirements for Degree Conferment
- Achieve at least a final CGPA of 3.00; and
- Complete the number of credits prescribed by the programme; and
- Fulfil the Bahasa Melayu proficiency requirement for international students as prescribed by
the University; and
Other Requirements
- Students are expected to be professional during their time at IPI and adhere to rules and cultural norms of UKM and in Malaysia.
- Be recommended by the Graduate Examination Committee for Senate approval; and
- Have returned all property of the University; and
- Have settled debts and made all payments prescribed by the University.
Courses
Students are required to attend teaching/learning sessions which includes:
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IPI Seminar Series and Workshops
The goal of the Seminars is for research fellows, students and research officer to share their recent research findings or anything related to their research in a general manner. The content of the talk may include theories, research findings, progress report, or networking activities. Public Lectures are usually done by visiting researchers. These activities are opened to all the UKM students, research assistants, laboratory assistants, science officers, research officers, fellow researchers, professors.
Orientation Briefing
All Master and PhD candidates are required to attend an orientation briefing organized by IPI during the 1st year of registration. The briefing aims to introduce graduate students to basic laboratory SOP, rules and regulations.
Courses Poster
Contact Us
Postgraduate Secretariat
Tel : +603-89118484
Email : siswazah_ipi@ukm.edu.my