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Doctor of Philosophy in Medical Microbiology

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Description
The PhD Medical Microbiology program emphasizes independence in scientific pursuit and critical thinking with an emphasis on quality research and life-long learning to bring the student to a higher level of competence in Medical Microbiology with special expertise in an area chosen for the thesis. It considers all aspects of Medical Microbiology and incorporates all learning domains of Malaysian Qualifications Framework.

A Doctoral Degree is to provide further enhancement of knowledge, skills and abilities obtained at the master’s level. It generally provides the graduate with the abilities to conduct independent research.

The broad objective of the PhD Medical Microbiology programme is to produce high quality graduates that are able to integrate knowledge and skills drawn from biological sciences and related technologies, taking into account the aspects of ethics, communication skills, leadership, professionalism and social responsibility.
Field of Study

Medicine

Duration (Years)

Full - time : 3 years
Part - time : 4 years

Course Fees

Full - time : RM 26,400 (USD 6,285)
Part - time : RM 26,300 (USD 6,261)

MQA No.

MQA/PA 6185
Intake (Month)

All over the year

Entry Requirements

A Masters degree in Microbiology or a related field

Masters degree in Microbiology or other equivalent qualification in Life Sciences.
English Requirements

All applicants are expected to have a reasonable command of the English Language and possess:
TOEFL score 550
IELTS Band 6
MUET Band 6
Or equivalent

All applicants who do not meet sufficient level of English Language may be required to attend and pass and English language course conducted by the University prior to being admitted into the postgraduate program.

Programme Structure

The programme is fully research-based. Components of the programme are not subject-based but are divided according to the research areas/expertise:

Medical Bacteriology, Medical Virology, Medical Parasitology, Medical Mycology, Immunology, Fermentation, Bioinformatics Genetic engineering, Molecular Pharmacology.

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