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PhD Industry Program

The PhD Industry program is a doctoral research program designed to accommodate a range of activities that support original and innovative work, encompassing academic, professional, and technological fields. This program is equivalent to all other types of doctoral programs, including the conventional PhD.

Bridging the Gaps

The PhD Industry program provides opportunities for students and researchers to bridge the gap between the academic and industrial worlds. It establishes cooperation between the university, a company, students, and researchers on a specific research project that is of high value to the company and the participating parties.

What Makes PhD Industry Unique?

• FOCUS: Research focus is based on industrial issues or problems.
• SUPERVISION: Joint supervision by experts from the University and industry.
• RESEARCH PLACE: Research is conducted in the industry, and candidates do not have to leave their workplace.
• INNOVATION: The program preserves the mark of originality or innovative research and the scholarship expected in a doctoral study.
• BENEFITS: The company benefits from access to new and innovative knowledge acquired by the student/researcher, while the University gains access to new knowledge and innovation provided by the private company.
• STUDENT STATUS: PhD students/researchers are employed by a private company during the entire research work, while being registered as PhD students at the university.

Mode of Study

The study is only offered in full-time mode, with students expected to conduct their doctoral research in their respective companies throughout their registration period. Students are given a minimum of 2.5 years and a maximum of 8 years to complete the PhD Industry Program.

Entry Requirements

• A Master's degree qualification recognized by the University Senate.
• Candidates must be currently employed in a company in Malaysia.
• Candidates must be Malaysian citizens.
• Minimum of 3 years working experience in a related field.

Admission

Applicants who have fulfilled the requirements can apply with a brief research proposal and the approval or supporting letter from the employer. The proposal should include the background of study, problems to be addressed, research questions, research objectives, scope, significance of research, short review of the literature in the proposed study area, methodology, and research schedule.

Our PhD Industry Graduates

A list of graduates with their research titles and companies is available, showcasing the diversity of research areas and industries involved in the program.

Research Areas

The PhD Industry program covers a wide range of research areas, including but not limited to:

• Management
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Chemical and Energy Engineering
• Built Environment and Surveying
• Science

Industry Collaborators

The program collaborates with various industries, including automotive, oil and gas, telecommunications, and manufacturing, among others.