Doctor of Philosophy (Information Technology)

(R3/481/8/0072 (A6083) 06/25)

The PhD (Information Technology) programme is designed to produce high quality professionals in computing industry. This is in line with the nation aspiration in enhancing the human capital which will be the pillar in achieving vision 2020. The PhD (Information Technology) programme in OUM  create an opportunity to develop various skills which includes research, critical thinking, practical, communication and academic writing among working adults in research institutions and industries towards creating specialised and technology driven economic structure.

Upon completion of this programme our graduates will be:
i. Professionals who are knowledgeable theoretically and technically in research in-line with industry requirement.
ii. Professionals who are effective in communication and demonstrate good leadership quality in an organisation.
iii. Professionals who are capable to solve or develop computing solution innovatively, creatively, ethically and propagate lifelong learning

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Dr Hazalina Binti Hashim

Program Director

Email :
hazalina@oum.edu.my

* Fees applicable to Malaysians and Permanent Residents only.
* International students are required to pay registration fees of RM1,000 and an additional 20% for the tuition fees.
* The University reserves the right to revise the fees without prior notice.

Discount for the Physically Challenged Learners (OKU) and Senior Citizens

The University offers 50% discount for:
1. Senior citizens aged 60 and above on registration date; and
2. Physically challenged learners – a valid Orang Kelainan Upaya (OKU) is required.
These discounts are for subject fees only and are not applicable for research and other fees. The discounts are also not valid for second time registration and repeating of subjects.
Learners who receive this discount are not entitled to other discounts and promotions.

Note
Processing fee: RM50 (Malaysian) & RM100 (International Students)
Re-registration fee of RM220 per semester is chargeable for extension of Masters Projects

Normal Entry
i. Master’s degree or equivalent AND candidate must complete at least ONE (1) of the first degree studies (Bachelor or Master) in Computing or related to Computing.
ii. International students should have proof of written and oral English proficiency, for example a 6.0 scale for the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or equivalent.Notes for PhD by Research:
a) No direct admission from Bachelor’s degree to Doctoral programme.
b) Candidate with a bachelor degree who has enrolled for a masters degree programme may apply to change to a doctoral programme within 1 year after registering for the programme, subject to the following provisions:
i. Has demonstrated competency and ability to conduct research at the postgraduate level (Level 8 MQF);
ii. A comprehensive internal assessment by the HEP; and
iii. Obtain approval from the HEP Senate.

NOTE: Intake is subject to the approval of the Post-Graduate Committee of the Cluster.

Note:

1. The provisional offer of admission will be revoked if the candidate:
   • Fails to submit evidence of qualification within the stipulated date; or
   • Does not meet the entry requirements of the University.
2. Entry requirements are subject to change as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency.