Program Overview

Doctor of Professional Practice (DPP) Program

The Doctor of Professional Practice program is a collaborative effort by eight engineering, science, and technology faculties of UTM. It offers a balanced blend of taught coursework and research activities. Candidates will engage in eight cutting-edge courses and complete a capstone project, enabling professionals to apply their extensive practical experience to doctoral-level research.

Program Overview

In this program, professional expertise takes center stage. Through the capstone project, candidates harness their practical knowledge to conduct advanced research. The focus lies on developing innovative solutions to real-world challenges within their field. Structured into six stages, the capstone project guides candidates through problem identification to project endorsement, with clear milestones to measure progress.

Mode of Programme

The program is offered in a mixed mode, combining open and distance learning.

Duration of Programme

The program duration is 6-16 semesters, subject to the current lesson plan and UTM academic regulations.

Admission Requirements

• A master's degree from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia or any other institution of higher learning recognized by the Senate.
• Other qualifications equivalent to a master's degree and experience in the relevant field recognized by the Senate.
• Candidates who are currently registered in a master's degree program at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia and approved by the Graduate Studies Committee of the respective faculty and the Senate.
• Minimum 3 years of working experience in a related field.

English Requirements for International Students

International students must meet the English language competency requirements:

• Malaysia University Entrance Test (MUET) with a minimum score of Band 4.0 and above.
• IELTS with a minimum score of Band 6.0 and above.
• TOEFL iBT with a minimum score of 60 and above.
• Cambridge English Qualifications (CEQ) B2 First (FCE), C1 Advanced (CAE), C2 Proficiency (CPE), with a minimum score of 168 and above.
• Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic with a minimum score of 59 and above.
• Certified Intensive English Programme Level (CIEP Level) achieving Level 109 and above.

Admission through APEL

Candidates with an APEL.A T8 certificate can be considered for admission, subject to faculty approval.

Visa Application for International Students

All international students who wish to enroll in UTM's Open and Distance Learning (ODL) programs are required to obtain EMGS Approval for Study prior to admission.

Tuition Fees

Malaysian Students

• Registration Fees: RM 670.00
• Service Fees: RM 1,470.00
• Doctor of Professional Practice: RM 570.00 for 1 credit (3 credits = RM 1,710.00)

International Students

• Registration Fees: RM 2,670.00
• Service Fees: RM 1,470.00
• Doctor of Professional Practice: RM 750.00 for 1 credit (3 credits = RM 2,250.00)

Other Fees

• Short semester fee: The fees applicable for registering for a short semester course are as follows:
  • Service fee: RM 1,470.00
  • Study fee: RM XX per credit hour (3 credits = RM XX)
• Graduation fee: Fee is based on the current rate and subject to changes.

Program Structure

The program comprises 80 credits. Students must complete the following courses:

Year 1

Semester 1

• ELPD 1113: Research Methods for Capstone Project (CORE, 3 credits)
• ELPD 1123: Project Ideation (CORE, 3 credits)
• ELPD 1110: Industrial Project 1: Problem Identification and Conceptions (RESEARCH, 7 credits)

Semester 2

• ULPD 1013: Ethics for Professional Practice (UGE, 3 credits)
• ELPD 1233: Applied Analytics and Data for Decision-Making (CORE, 3 credits)
• ELPD 1220: Industrial Project 2: Design and Planning (RESEARCH, 7 credits)

Year 2

Semester 3

• Choose 1 elective course:
  • ELPD 3184: Customer Centricity as Competitive Advantage (ELECTIVE, 3 credits)
  • ELPD 3163: Designing the Future of Work (ELECTIVE, 3 credits)
  • ELPD 3173: Design, Technology, and Planning for Sustainability (ELECTIVE, 3 credits)
  • ELPD 3153: Artificial Intelligence for Engineering Practice (ELECTIVE, 3 credits)
  • ELPD 3193: Safety Engineering (ELECTIVE, 3 credits)
• ELPD 2143: Commercialisation & Marketing for Innovative Products (CORE, 3 credits)
• ELPD 2130: Industrial Project 3: Prototyping/Modeling and Development (RESEARCH, 7 credits)

Semester 4

• ELPD 2253: Doctoral Seminar in Engineering Research (CORE, 3 credits)
• ELPD 2240: Industrial Project 4: Implementation and Testing (RESEARCH, 14 credits)

Year 3

Semester 5

• Choose 1 elective course:
  • ELPD 3184: Customer Centricity as Competitive Advantage (ELECTIVE, 3 credits)
  • ELPD 3163: Designing the Future of Work (ELECTIVE, 3 credits)
  • ELPD 3173: Design, Technology, and Planning for Sustainability (ELECTIVE, 3 credits)
  • ELPD 3153: Artificial Intelligence for Engineering Practice (ELECTIVE, 3 credits)
  • ELPD 3193: Safety Engineering (ELECTIVE, 3 credits)
• ELPD 3150: Industrial Project 5: Operation and Performance Assessment (RESEARCH, 14 credits)

Semester 6

• ELPD 3260: Industrial Project 6: Contributions, Impacts, and Reflections (RESEARCH, 7 credits)