MASTER OF PHILOSOPHY (RESEARH) (INSTITUTE FOR ADVANCED STUDIES)

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MASTER OF PHILOSOPHY (INSTITUTE OF ADVANCED STUDIES)



Programme Overview

The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) is conducted purely based on individual supervised research and the candidates will carry out research in their areas of specialization. In most fields, the Master is considered the pinnacle of academic achievement, and the Master of Philosophy is a testament to the candidate’s academic excellence and ability.


The candidates will have a chance to pursue their dreams in key areas of sciences, social sciences and humanities. The MPhil research approach is based on tools of different sciences (i.e., systematic organization of knowledge) and disciplines which are utilized to explain the issue under study, as a means to bridge gaps in problem-solving that result from disciplinary specialization.


  • Full-Time Duration: 4 Semesters, (Research)
  • Part-Time Duration: 6 Semesters, (Research)

Programme Structure

  1. Research Methodology
  2. Dissertation 
  3. Publication
  4. Additional Courses (If Required)
  5. Basic of Malay Language for International Students                                                                         

                                                                     

Career Prospects

Research Scientist, Policy Analyst, Consultant in Strategic Management, Academic Researcher, Project Development Specialist, Organizational Development Expert

Tuition Fee

Local

RM21,600 (Full-Time)

RM33,400 (Part-Time)

International

RM43,200 (Full-Time)

RM66,700 (Part-Time)

Intake

Semester 2 (March) Intake, Academic Session 2025/2026

Entry Requirement

General Entry Requirements
For applicants with a CGPA of not less that 3.00:
  • Possess a Bachelor's Degree with a CGPA of not less than 3.00; or
For applicants with a CGPA of 2.50-2.99 (must fulfill at least one of the following):
  • Graduate from Universiti Malaya; or
  • Accumulate at least one (1) year of work experience in related fields; or
  • Produce publications in related field; or
  • Receive a scholarship; or
  • Serve as a staff member of a government agency; or
  • Pass an interview conducted by Faculty; or
  • Pass a Special evaluation by Faculty.

Specific Entry Requirements
  • General University Requirements: Fulfill the General University Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree Qualification: Possess a Bachelor's Degree
  • Equivalent Qualification:
    1. Possess professional qualification from a recognized professional body; or
    2. Possess professional qualification approved by Senate from time to time
  • Related Fields: N/A
  • Special Requirements: N/A

English Requirements
  • Malaysia University English Test (MUET): Band 4.0; or
  • International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic: Band 6.0; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Paper-Based Test (PBT): Not applicable; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Internet-Based Test (IBT) (Centre-Based): Score 60; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Computer-Based Test (CBT): Not applicable; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Essential Online: Score 8.5; or
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: Score 59; or
  • Cambridge English Qualifications & Tests – B1 Preliminary, B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency: Score 169; or
  • Cambridge English Qualifications & Tests – B2 Business Vantage, C1 Business Higher: Not applicable; or
  • Cambridge English Qualifications & Tests – Linguaskill Online: Not applicable; or
  • Occupational English Test (OET) (Conventional / Online): Not applicable; or
  • Cambridge English: First (FCE): Not applicable; or
  • Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): Not applicable; or
  • Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): Not applicable