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The PhD in Engineering programme offered by School of Engineering aims at equipping students with an expanded mental capacity capable of carrying out advanced research in a chosen field and contribute to new knowledge. Graduates will be able to conduct research independently and expand the boundaries of knowledge in the global context. The programme will enable students to develop research collaboration and report the research findings at an appropriate level and provide expert advice to society in the relevant field.
INTAKES: JANUARY, MARCH, JUNE, AUGUST, OCTOBER
PHD BY PRIOR PUBLICATION MODE
PhD by Prior Publication is a pathway to achieve a Doctoral award. The candidate’s publications before registration are included in the submission for the Doctoral award.
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Full-Time Programme
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Curriculum
Normal and Prior Publication
*Bachelor’s degree candidates who are registered for master’s degree programmes may apply to convert to the doctoral degree programmes subjected to the following conditions:
i. Within 1 year for full time and within 2 years for part-time candidates;
ii. Having shown competency and capability in conducting research at doctoral level through rigorous internal evaluation.
iii. Approval of the Taylor’s University Senate.
*Bachelor’s degree candidates who are registered for master’s degree programmes may apply to convert to the doctoral degree programmes subjected to the following conditions:
i. Within 1 year for full time and within 2 years for part-time candidates;
ii. Having shown competency and capability in conducting research at doctoral level through rigorous internal evaluation.
iii. Approval of the Taylor’s University Senate.
*Students without a qualification in the related fields or relevant working experience requires to undergo and pass a bridging module.
*Any of the above conditions would require student's research proposal to be approved.
*All information is subject to change. The above entry requirements serve as a guideline. Readers are responsible to verify the information by contacting the university's Admissions Department.
*All information is subject to change. The above entry requirements serve as a guideline. Readers are responsible to verify the information by contacting the university’s Admissions Department.
1) How long is the candidature?
The minimum duration of candidature is 6 months and must not exceed 2 years.
2) What are the criteria for the award of the degree?
The minimum requirement for the award of the degree is to:
(a) Pass thesis examination and viva-voce/ oral examination.
(b) Confirmation of meeting minimum candidature period (from the first day of intake commencement to confirmation of satisfactory amendment of thesis/dissertation by examiners).
3) How will progression tracking be done?
Progression tracking is done by monitoring of research progress periodically through:
a) Regular consultation with the supervisors (supervisor-supervisee log);
b) Progress report; and Seminars (research seminar, thesis completion seminar).
Students are required to pass the Research Methodology modules (6 credit hours) in the first year of their candidature.
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