Doctor of Philosophy (Medical Science) 36 months PHD Programme By Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) |TopUniversities
Programme Duration

36 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

5,992 USDTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

Medicine Related StudiesMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Medicine Related Studies

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

Doctor of Philosophy (Medical Science)
Programme Educational Objectives (PEO)
  1. Graduates who use their practical and analytical skills to contribute to the development in medical science and to the well-being of society.
  2. Graduates who are ethical, professional in their conduct and effective in communication.
  3. Graduates who are engaged in life-long learning and continued professional development.
  4. Graduate who can contribute to national and global development through teaching, learning and research.
Programme Learning Outcome (PLO)
  1. Demonstrate a solid foundation in the scientific principles underlying research
  2. Apply information and knowledge for the formulation of a research project
  3. Plan, organise and conduct research activities related to the selected area of research 
  4. Analyse, interpret and conclude research data and results
  5. Communicate effectively through research proposals, oral presentations and publications
  6. Demonstrate enhanced capacity through leadership, teamwork and ICT skills in a research-based environment
  7. Demonstrate independence and life-long learning for continued professional development
  8. Adhere and respect relevant legal, ethical principles, professional code of conduct, cultural and religious sensitivities

Programme overview

Main Subject

Medicine Related Studies

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

Doctor of Philosophy (Medical Science)
Programme Educational Objectives (PEO)
  1. Graduates who use their practical and analytical skills to contribute to the development in medical science and to the well-being of society.
  2. Graduates who are ethical, professional in their conduct and effective in communication.
  3. Graduates who are engaged in life-long learning and continued professional development.
  4. Graduate who can contribute to national and global development through teaching, learning and research.
Programme Learning Outcome (PLO)
  1. Demonstrate a solid foundation in the scientific principles underlying research
  2. Apply information and knowledge for the formulation of a research project
  3. Plan, organise and conduct research activities related to the selected area of research 
  4. Analyse, interpret and conclude research data and results
  5. Communicate effectively through research proposals, oral presentations and publications
  6. Demonstrate enhanced capacity through leadership, teamwork and ICT skills in a research-based environment
  7. Demonstrate independence and life-long learning for continued professional development
  8. Adhere and respect relevant legal, ethical principles, professional code of conduct, cultural and religious sensitivities

Admission Requirements

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(a) A Master’s degree in the field or related fields from UTAR;  or
(b) A Master's Degree  in the field or related fields of another  university or equivalent qualification from an institution as approved by Senate; or
(c) Candidates without a related Master’s degree in the field or working experience in the relevant fields must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses determined by UTAR; or
(d) A Bachelor’s degree in the field or related fields from UTAR with First Class Honours or with a minimum CGPA of 3.67 and show evidence of related research aptitude to the satisfaction of the Senate; or  (e) A Bachelor’s degree in the field or related fields of another university or equivalent qualification from an institution with First Class Honours or with a minimum CGPA of 3.67 as approved by the Senate and shows evidence of related research aptitude to the satisfaction of the Senate; or (f) Any other qualifications equivalent to (a), (b), (d) or (e) as approved by the Senate.

3 Years
Jan
May

Domestic
3,187 USD
International
5,992 USD

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