DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (PHD) IN CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

▶ MOHE APPROVAL                                                ▶ MQA ACCREDITATION
      N/0733/8/0001 [08/29]                                            MQA/PA15763

▶ INTAKES                                                                ▶ DURATION OF STUDY
     September & March                                                   Full Time: Min 3 Years, Max 6 Years
                                                                                            Part Time: Min 4 Years, Max 8 Years

▶ TOTAL COURSE FEE
     Malaysia Full Time: ±RM17,250, Part Time: ±RM15,700
     International Full Time: ±RM21,250

  *excludes fees for research expenditure, recurring fees, dissertation/thesis re-examination fees, fee for appeal to review the examination results and fee for        appeal to review dissertation/thesis.

    Programme Aims

    This programme aims to provide students with in-depth and advanced knowledge within their specific areas of Construction Management field. It also aims      to inculcate a systematic, rigorous and ethical approach in conducting research in specialized areas, thereby contributing new insights to the body of                  knowledge and practices.

    Programme Objective

▶ To utilize fundamental knowledge, analytical and problem-solving skills to articulate and make decisions critically and creatively within the field of                        construction management based on research evidences;
▶ To conduct research independently and develop functional work skills through presentation, research publication, and the application of appropriate tools         and techniques; and
▶ To acquire advanced knowledge in pursuing lifelong learning and display commitment to the community and profession by adhering to legal, ethical, and           professional codes of practice in the field of construction management.

    Entry Qualifications

▶ A Master’s Degree in Construction Management or equivalent in related field accepted by the Senate; OR
▶ Other qualifications equivalent to a Master’s degree recognised by the Government of Malaysia.
▶ Candidates without a related qualification in the fields/or working experience in the relevant fields must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses                       determined by the HEP.
  • A Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or equivalent in related field with first class (CGPA of 3.67 or higher) can be accepted subject to having          shown competency and capability in conducting  research at the PhD level through rigorous internal assessment and approval by the Senate. However,
    no exit award of Master’s degree for candidate who does not meet PhD graduation requirements.

  • Candidates registered for Master’s degree by research programmes with a Bachelor’s Degree level may apply to convert their candidacy to the PhD                      programmes within one (1) year for full time and within two (2) years for part-time subject to having shown competency and capability in conducting                  research at PhD level through rigorous internal assessment and approval by the Senate.

    Fulfil English Language Requirements for International Students ONLY:

▶ International English Language Testing System (IELTS) 5.0; OR
▶ Malaysian University English Test (MUET) Band 3; OR
▶ Other equivalent qualifications approved by the Senate.