Doctor of Philosophy in Sustainability Science and Technology 36 months PHD Program By Sunway University |Top Universities
Program Duration

36 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

14,330 USDTuition Fee/year

Scholarship

YesScholarships

Main Subject Area

Sustainable DevelopmentMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Sustainable Development

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

This novel PhD programme aims to produce leaders in academia and industry through its multi-disciplinary approach to sustainability. Graduates will be equipped with quantitative and qualitative analytical skills necessary to formulate and champion technological solutions to global sustainability issues.

Working with Sunway University's team of highly qualified, experienced and world class academicians, PhD candidates would gain exposure to the various systems involved in sustainability issues and debates. Our researchers are highly accomplished, internationally recognised and experienced with proven track records. Check out our School Research and School of Engineering and Technology Staff Profiles. Students will also be guided into identifying areas of investigation within the emerging areas of research contributing towards sustainable development solutions.

Sunway University's state-of-the-art facilities coupled with research partnerships with globally excellent institutions provide every scholar the opportunity to become key researchers in the field of sustainability.

Program overview

Main Subject

Sustainable Development

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

This novel PhD programme aims to produce leaders in academia and industry through its multi-disciplinary approach to sustainability. Graduates will be equipped with quantitative and qualitative analytical skills necessary to formulate and champion technological solutions to global sustainability issues.

Working with Sunway University's team of highly qualified, experienced and world class academicians, PhD candidates would gain exposure to the various systems involved in sustainability issues and debates. Our researchers are highly accomplished, internationally recognised and experienced with proven track records. Check out our School Research and School of Engineering and Technology Staff Profiles. Students will also be guided into identifying areas of investigation within the emerging areas of research contributing towards sustainable development solutions.

Sunway University's state-of-the-art facilities coupled with research partnerships with globally excellent institutions provide every scholar the opportunity to become key researchers in the field of sustainability.

Admission requirements

80+
6+

Entry Requirements

  • Master’s Degree -  A Master’s degree (Level 7, MQF) in Science or Engineering disciplines which can be accepted by the University Senate.
  • Other Qualifications - Any other qualifications will be considered on a case-to-case basis and subject to the approval and acceptance by University Senate.

English Language Requirements

  • IELTS 6.0

Note: Candidates who have completed a Bachelor's degree or equivalent in English would have met the language requirement.

Application Procedure

A) Applicants will be required to submit the following completed and signed documents:

  • Sunway Postgraduate application form 
  • One (1) passport-sized photograph
  • Research statement: The statement should briefly describe the research question that the applicant has discussed with his/her future PhD supervisor
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • PGR Scholarship application form (if any)

B) The following true copies of documents must be certified:

  • Passport (all pages including blank pages - for international students)/Identity card (for Malaysian students)
  • English Language Qualification (IELTS/TOEFL/MUET/others) - for international students
  • Academic qualifications/results (Certificates and complete transcripts) (Degree/master’s degree/others)

C) One (1) reference letter typed on official letterhead. The letter must be emailed by your referee using his/her official email to the Programme Coordinator.

Research Proposal - The research proposal should comprise between 1,000 and 1,500 words (excluding references), and covers the following structure:

  1. An appropriate title for the research project (designated supervisor if known)
  2. Introduction and justification of the study, which includes: Research background, Problem statement, Research objective(s), Research question(s)/hypothesis
  3. Literature review
  4. Research methodology
  5. Proposed research schedule
  6. List of references


 

3 Years
Jan
Jul
  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
  • Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

59,980 USD
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International Students

14,330 USD
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At Sunway we offer you a range of world-class post-graduate degrees designed to equip you with the transferable skills needed for success in your chosen career. Our 5-star QS ranking for Employability means you can be confident that you will graduate ready for the fast-track to the top. the national government has given Sunway University a 5-star grade in the last three SETARA quality assessments, placing us consistently among the top universities in Malaysia, and the QS university ranking organisation has placed Sunway in the top 2.5% of universities across Asia.

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