Doctor of Philosophy in Economics

1. Introduction

This Doctor of Philosophy in Economics programme is designed to produce competent graduates in the research field to meet the market demand as well as nations’ needs.

This Doctor of Philosophy in Economics programme will offer students the opportunity to develop advanced research skills in various types of research pertaining to the field of economics, which is in line with the direction of the Malaysian Education Blueprint for Higher Education (2015-2025).

2. Entry requirements

A Master’s degree in the field or related field as accepted by the HEP Senate;
OR
Other qualifications equivalent to a Master’s degree recognized by the Government of Malaysia;
IELTS Band 5.0/CEFR High B1/ TOEFL iBT 42/equivalent
*Exemption if medium of instruction during Master studies was in English

3. Enrollment time

All year round

(shortlisted candidates will be included in the cohort of the latest semester)

4. Duration

Minimum – 3 years
Maximum – 6 years

5. Curriculum

Research Methodology
Advanced Data Analysis for Economics and Business Research
Doctoral Thesis

6. Go back and forth

The 1st semester, complete the first two course in TAR UC
Each year after, stay in Malaysia for 01 month to renew visa/ passport
The last semester, stay about 01 – 02 months to finish graduating procedure

7. Graduation requirements

Complete compulsory course
- Research Methodology
- Advanced Data Analysis for Economics and Business Research
Complete PhD Thesis:
- Written in English
- Approx. 60,000 words
Publications
- 01 articles published in Scopus indexed Journal (not compulsory)
- 01 paper presented at an international conference

8. Fee & Payments

Registration fee: RM 1600 (≈ VND 8,400,000)
Tuition fee: RM 22,600/ 3 years (≈ VND 119,000,000/ 3 years)
* May change depending on the exchange rate at certain time