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  1. Master of Philosophy in Malaysian and International Studies

Mode of Study: Research
Registration Status: Full Time & Part Time

MALAYSIAN & INTERNATIONAL STUDIES PROGRAMME

Institute of Malaysian & International Studies

PROGRAM SUMMARY

The postgraduate program at IKMAS emphasizes research within the social sciences with focus on various disciplines especially economics, sociology, political science, law and culture. The program is devoted to Malaysian and International Studies within the framework of inter-regionalism, connectivity and inclusive development. The thrust of the program advances the graduates’ understanding of historical and contemporary transformations, bearing in mind the interests of Malaysian society. 

Our approach to Malaysian Studies is multidisciplinary, and the context is Malaysia in the globalising world and the processes as well as effects of its interaction with the outside world. Our graduates will understand the processes of social inequalities, for example economic differentiation and competition, as well as processes that impact class, ethic, gender, politics and identity. 

International Studies, on the other hand, focuses on the multiple dimensions of globalization and occidentalism as they impact the international community and regions around the world. Graduates of IKMAS will understand societies, regions and states – taken as case studies – not only in the framework of new area studies, but also how these societies, regions and states are impacted by the various dimensions of globalisation. The responses of these societies and states to the phenomena and processes of globalisation are also studied, and a comparative approach is applied to understand inter-regionalism. 

LIFE AT THE FACULTY

IKMAS is located at the heart of the university’s main campus about 35 kilometers south of Kuala Lumpur, the capital city of Malaysia. A wide range of facilities are available on the campus grounds for both academic and extracurricular activities. IKMAS graduates also benefit from the institute’s active networking with international and local bodies that leads to the organization of multiple events and programs every year. The graduates’ involvement in the four levels of IKMAS Postgraduate Seminar during the duration of their study provides them the platform to present their research work, engage with peers and research fellows, and be involved in intellectual interactions and discourse. Academic counsel from the esteemed members of institute’s International Advisory Board, Adjunct Professors and Distinguished International Professors is an added bonus.

Programme Requirement

A person who wishes to apply for admission to the Doctorate programme shall possess the following qualification:

  1. Bachelor’s Degree by obtaining a good Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) from a University or any institution of higher learning recognized by the Malaysia Qualification Agency (MQA) and/ or having accreditation recognized by foreign Accreditation Body, or institution who has accreditation as prescribed by a programme;

  2. Doctor of Medicine degree or Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University or any institution of higher learning or an equivalent degree from any institution of higher learning recognized by the Senate;

  3. any other requirements recognized by the Senate obtained through the Accreditation pf Prior Experiential Learning (APEL);

  4. fulfils other requirements prescribed by the programme (if applicable); and

  5. fulfils requirements of the Malaysia Qualification Agency (MQA)

A person who wishes to apply for admission to the Doctorate programme shall possess the following qualification:

  1. Bachelor’s Degree by obtaining a good Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) from a University or any institution of higher learning recognized by the Malaysia Qualification Agency (MQA) and/ or having accreditation recognized by foreign Accreditation Body, or institution who has accreditation as prescribed by a programme;

  2. Doctor of Medicine degree or Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University or any institution of higher learning or an equivalent degree from any institution of higher learning recognized by the Senate;

  3. any other requirements recognized by the Senate obtained through the Accreditation pf Prior Experiential Learning (APEL);

  4. fulfils other requirements prescribed by the programme (if applicable); and

  5. fulfils requirements of the Malaysia Qualification Agency (MQA)

ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS

1. An international candidate is required to fulfill the English Language proficiency requirements as follows:

a) Obtained TOEFL (550), IELTS(6) or MUET (4) results which fulfil the score or minimum band requirements prescribed by the programme; or

b) For certain programmes, a candidate is required to sit for an English Proficiency Test (EPT) and if he/she fails to achieve the level specified by the programme, the candidate is required to attend and pass the English Proficiency Module (EPM) in a maximum period of two (2) semesters before he is allowed to register for the study programme. The candidate shall register as a Non Graduating Student.

2. The Faculty/Institute may grant exemption to the requirements specified in subregulation (1) for the international candidate who:

a) will be writing his/her thesis/dissertation in the Malay/ Arabic languages;

b) has the academic qualifications obtained from any local universities recognised by the Senate; or

c) is originally from a country where English is the official language or he/she has the academic qualifications obtained from any higher learning institution which uses English as the medium of instruction.

The candidate may be exempted from the requirements stated in subregulation (2), but the candidate shall sit for the English Proficiency Test (EPT) and if he/she fails to obtain the level specified by the programme, the candidate is required to attend and pass the English Proficiency Module (EPM).

How Much It Will Cost Me?

Please contact Centre for Academic Management for further details:

Tel: +603 8911 8173/ 8027/ 8456
Fax: +603 89118471
Email: admission_ppa@ukm.edu.my

Please contact Shaping Advanced & Professional Education Center (UKMShape) for further details:

Tel: +603-8921 3366 / 4196 / 3997 /5377
Fax: + 603-8925 1391
Email: accpkp@ukm.edu.my

Why This Programme?
  • Discover your full potential as an independent researcher by working closely with our experienced faculty members who will supervise you throughout your study.
  • Participate in various projects ranging from laboratory-based or field research (hospitals or community) to inculcate genuine interest in your specialised research area.
  • Our graduates are equipped with research knowledge and skills to support their career development/improvement in every area of academic or fundamental/applied pharmaceutical sciences which requires professional research and development scientists. 
  • Opportunity to join the postgraduate society to take advantage of increased networking, career development, and learning opportunities.
How To Apply
  1. Candidates have to apply online via: http://www.ukm.my/join/
  2. Intake for coursework and mixed mode are open twice a year, which is every October (for the March intake of the following year) and every April (for the October intake).
  3. Application for research mode programmes can be made any time throughout the year.
  4. The duration for Masters programme requires 2 to 4 semester of study on fulltime basis and 4 to 8 semesters on a parttime basis and for Doctor of Philosophy programme is 6 to 12 semesters on fulltime basis and 8 to 14 semesters on a part-time basis.
Faculty Information

Campus: Bangi, Selangor
Faculty: Institute of Malaysian and International Studies (IKMAS)
Degree: Master of Philosophy in Malaysian and International Studies

Duration:

  1. Full Research (Full Time – min 2 sem; Part Time – min 4 sem)

Contact
Institute of Malaysian and International Studies (IKMAS)
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
43600 UKM Bangi, Selangor
Malaysia

Tel: +603 8921 5839/ 3368
Fax: +603 89261022
Email: ctsalwa@ukm.edu.my
Website: www.ukm.my/ikmas

Contact Us

Local Students

Centre for Academic Management
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
43600 UKM Bangi, Selangor
Malaysia

Tel: +603 89118468 / 8389
Fax: +603 89118471 
Email: admission_ppa@ukm.edu.my
Web: www.ukm.my/akademik

International Students

Shaping Advanced & Professional Education Center (UKMShape)
Level 2, Bangunan Wawasan
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
43600 UKM Bangi, Selangor
Malaysia

Tel: +603 8921 5585 / 5609
Email: admissionpkp@ukm.edu.my
Web: https://www.ukm.my/ukmshape

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