By Research

Doctor of Philosophy in Economics (N/314/8/0022) (05/28) (MQA/PA 14032)

Programme Overview:

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 the nation's 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).

Intake:

Rolling Intake (throughout the year)

Duration:

Full time (Malaysian & International students) - 3 years

Part time (Malaysian students ONLY) - 4 years

Campus:

KL Main Campus

Compulsory

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

Career Prospects

  • Academia
  • Market Researcher
  • Economist
  • Consultant
  • Analyst
  • Advisor

Minimum Entry Requirements

  • A Master's Degree (MQF, Level 7) in the field or related field as accepted by the HEP Senate; OR
  • Other qualifications equivalent to a Master's Degree (MQF, Level 7) recognized by the Government of Malaysia
  • Candidates without a related qualification in the field/s or working experience in the relevant fields must undergo prerequisite courses determined by the HEP.

English Language Requirements

Malaysian Students

  • MUET Band 3.0 or IELTS Band 5.0 or CEFR High B1 or TOEFL iBT 42 or equivalent; OR 
  • Exemption of English Language requirement if medium of instruction during Master studies was in English

International Students

  • IELTS Band 5.0 or CEFR High B1 or TOEFL iBT 42 or equivalent; OR
  • Exemption of English Language requirement if medium of instruction during Master studies was in English

      

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CENTRE FOR POSTGRADUATE STUDIES AND RESEARCH
TUNKU ABDUL RAHMAN UNIVERSITY COLLEGE
JALAN GENTING KELANG
SETAPAK
53300 KUALA LUMPUR

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