Frequently Asked Questions
Here are the additional information regarding postgraduate studies posted by the prospective and current students.
1) Maximum study duration enrolled into our graduate programmes:
| Mode of Study | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| Masters by Coursework (with thesis) | 2-4 semesters | 4-8 semesters |
| Masters by Research | 2-6 semesters | 3-10 semesters |
| Doctor of Philosophy | 6-12 semesters | 8-14 semesters |
2) Examinations for Master by Coursework candidates:
| Examination for Postgraduate by Coursework |
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| Final examinations are held at the end of each semester. (Mid-term examination will be held between Wee 4-14 depends on the lecturer's instruction) |
| Ongoing evaluation is possible for certain cases depends on the programme's perusal and the candidate's condition. |
| Oral examination (viva defence) will be held for the masters candidates to defend their thesis in front of the oral defence committee. |
3) Word limit for theses
| Programme | Total words |
|---|---|
| Masters by Coursework (with thesis) | <30,000 words |
| Masters by Research | <60,000 words |
| Doctor of Philosophy | <100,000 words |
| Abstract for all theses | Not more than 500 words |
4) Status of academic performance
| Grade Point Average | Level of performance | Eligibility to continue study | Eligibility for graduation |
|---|---|---|---|
| CGPA >3 | Pass | Eligible | Eligible |
| 2 < CGPA <3 | Pass with condition | Pending | Not eligible |
| CGPA <2 | Failed and dismissed | Dismissed | Not qualified |
5) Reasons for withdrawing from examination
| Postponing Examination |
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| Student can postpone or withdraw during an examination on health reason and other types of disruption |
| The application has to be made to the Faculty Dean within 48 hours after the exam was held |
| Postponement on health concern will require the student to submit medical certificate issued by the university's medical centre (Pusat Kesihatan UKM), public hospitals, and university's panel clinics only. |
6) How to apply for suspension
| Suspension of your study |
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| 1. Students can apply for suspension on compassionate reasons, such as poor health and financial problem. |
| 2. The application can be made during the semester or before the semester commence. However, the students cannot apply for suspension for two semesters in a row. Second application for suspension can be made after resuming study for at least one semester. |
| 3. Withdrawal is possible if the application to withdraw from study is made during the first four weeks of the semester. After Week 4, only application for suspension is allowed. |
| 4. Written application has to be submitted to the Faculty Dean, using the form available from the Graduate Centre of UKM. |
For more enquiries, please contact the Head of Postgraduate Studies, the General Office, the Postgraduate Affairs Committee (Faculty level), or the Graduate Centre (UKM).
7) Expulsion from the programme