Management and Science University
Doctor of Philosophy in Education
Shah Alam, Malaysia
Doctor of Education
DURATION
6 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Jan 2027
TUITION FEES
MYR 31,000
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The Doctor of Philosophy in Education at Management and Science University (MSU) is for education practitioners who want to expand their education knowledge. The programme develops scholarly research skills so graduates can become credible authorities in specialized fields. Graduates will show multidisciplinary thinking and a deep understanding of multiculturalism and diversity, and they're equipped to practice in Malaysia and overseas.
Career Outcomes: Graduates often take academic and professional roles. They can work as Academician, Education Advisor, Curriculum Developer, or in related positions such as Researcher, Education Consultant, Policy Analyst, Teacher Educator, and Academic Leader in Malaysia, globally or overseas.
A PhD in Education is designed for education practitioners who wish to build on and further expand their education knowledge. The programme develops the ability to undertake scholarly research and to become credible authorities in their specialised fields.
Graduates are expected to demonstrate mastery of multidisciplinary thinking and a deep understanding of multiculturalism and diversity, and will be equipped to practise in Malaysia and overseas.
This PhD is designed for education practitioners who want to develop advanced research skills and become credible experts in their field. The programme emphasises multidisciplinary thinking, multicultural understanding and prepares graduates for practice and leadership roles in Malaysia and overseas.
The fees (RM29,000–RM31,000) are an estimation for overall completion for Malaysian students; where credit exemptions, rebates or approved scholarships apply, there may be a considerable reduction in fees.
Contact MSU for details and for international student fees.
- Academician
- Education Advisor
- Curriculum Developer
Modes
Doctoral degree may be obtained by Coursework, Mixed Mode or Research.
Core Taught Modules
- Research Methods in Education
- Statistical Analysis
- Research Proposal
- Thesis Writing
The programme culminates in a thesis/research project.


