Doctor of Philosophy (Computer Science)
| Overview The Doctor of Philosophy (Computer Science), or PhD (CS), offers a unique combination of scientific and engineering appeal in Information and Communication Technology. It provides candidates with the opportunity to conduct in-depth research and development and also equips candidates with the ability to perform professional analysis, design, implementation, testing and documentation. Throughout the programme, candidates will be encouraged to participate in such knowledge-enhancement activities as seminars/talks/workshops/conferences, and publish their research findings and outcomes in international journals. Knowledge developed in this field will further enhance the capability of the nation to utilize the human and natural resources of the country efficiently. Overall, the UTARs' doctoral programme in Computer Science intends to produce graduates who are competent and highly skilled, have broadened and deepened knowledge, and are able to conduct advanced research and development in the vast areas of Computer Science. Mode of Study By Research (Structure A) The research-based postgraduate programmes in ICT entail a specific programme of research under appropriate supervision. Research-based programmes generally have the objective of training candidates in research methodology and techniques, and in the critical evaluation of the research work carried out. Candidates are also required to apply and evaluate methodologies and techniques. The research work produced in the form of a PhD thesis must display original and critical thought and be a significant contribution to knowledge. To assist candidates in research methodology and techniques, candidates are required to attend and complete research enhancement classes, such as Research Methods and Directed Reading. Additional classes in other subjects may be deemed necessary by UTAR Senate for candidates without the appropriate background. Duration of Study PhD Full-time Minimum 2 years; Maximum 6 years Part-time Minimum 5 years; Maximum 8 years Medium of Instruction English Language Intakes Open throughout the year Minimum Entry Requirements For PhD(Sc) Programme (i) a Master's degree from UTAR and shows evidence of adequate related research or work experience to the satisfaction of the Senate; or (ii) a Master's degree of another university or equivalent qualification from an institution as approved by the Senate and shows evidence of adequate related research or work experience to the satisfaction of the Senate; or (iii) any other qualifications equivalent to (i) or (ii) as approved by the Senate English Requirements SPM/O-Level English, minimum C4 Paper-based TOFEL, score > 580 Computer-based TOEFL, score > 237 Internet-based Testing (IBT), score > 92 International English Language Testing System (IELTS), score > 6.5 English 1119, credit MUET, band 4.0 American College Testing Assessment (ACT), score > 22 Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT), score > 500 English Language Proficiency Test (ELPT), score > 980
Programme Structure 1. For PhD(Computer Science) Programme:
Process of Evaluation and Assessment · The PhD student need to take 2 subjects on the first trimester, the subsequence trimesters, the student will proceed with their research work and thesis writing. · This research proposal defence must be done within nine (9) months from the date of registration as a PhD degree student. · Upon completion of the course of study and research, a candidate shall be required to present his research results in a work completion seminar with Satisfactory grade before being allowed to submit his thesis for examination. · A viva shall be conducted for a candidate and in this event the candidate shall be required to satisfy the examiners in the examination.
FICT Research Area for staff Doctor of Philosophy (Computer Science)
Other Possible Research Areas:- Information Systems, Intelligent Systems, Software Engineering, Business Intelligence Systems, Image Processing, Pattern Recognition, Communication and Networking, Parallel and Distributed Systems, Multimedia Technologies, Knowledge Management, Databases, Distributed Programming, Machine Learning, Software Engineering, Advance Network Design, Network Security, Agent Technology, Web Services, Simulation and Modeling, Computer Vision, Computational Theory, Embedded Systems, Digital Systems Design, Mobile Computing, Game Development, Object Oriented Data Modeling and etc.
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For additional information, please contact:- Dr. Choo Wou Onn (周云安) Assistant Professor Head of Programme (Postgraduate Degree Programmes) Department of Information Systems Faculty of Information and Communication Technology Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman, Perak Campus choowo@utar.edu.my Tel: +605-4688888 Ext:2285 UTAR reserves the right to make changes without prior
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