Doctor of Philosophy in Sustainability Science and Technology
Shah Alam, Malaysia
PhD
DURATION
4 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
This Doctor of Philosophy program in Sustainability Science and Technology is designed for students who want to research and develop solutions for real-world environmental challenges. The coursework and research emphasize understanding sustainable practices, innovative technologies, and strategies that promote environmental preservation while supporting economic and social development. Students are encouraged to explore interdisciplinary areas, combining science, technology, and policy to create long-lasting impacts. The program aims to equip students with critical thinking skills, research capabilities, and practical knowledge that can be applied to sustainability issues across various industries.
Students in this PhD journey are expected to undertake original research that contributes to the body of knowledge in sustainability science. They will work closely with faculty to define their research focus, often addressing pressing issues like climate change, resource management, or clean energy. The program also offers opportunities for collaboration with industry and community projects, helping students translate their research into real-world applications. Throughout the degree, students build expertise in analyzing complex sustainability problems, developing innovative solutions, and presenting their findings to both academic and non-academic audiences. This makes it a pathway for those committed to driving positive change in a sustainable future.
Bursary
Programme: Master's by Research and PhD
Mode of study: Full-time
Financial Support:
- Master's by Research: 30% tuition fee waiver
- PhD: 50% tuition fee waiver
- Award Criteria: Sunway graduates who meet the entry requirements for the Master's by Research or PhD programmes
Scholarship
Programme: Master's by Research and PhD
Mode of study: Full-time
Financial Support:
- Master's by Research: 60% tuition fee waiver
- PhD: 100% tuition fee waiver
- Award Criteria: Sunway graduates who meet the entry requirements for the Master's by Research or PhD programmes. CGPA >= 3.5 or Merit (or equivalent)
Studentship
Programme: Master's by Research and PhD
Mode of study: Full-time
Financial Support:
- Master's by Research: Not eligible
- PhD: 100% tuition fee waiver, including registration and resource fees. Cost of living allowance of RM3,000 per month for 36 months
Award Criteria: Sunway graduates who meet the entry requirements for the PhD programmes.
CGPA >= 3.5 or Merit (or equivalent). One (1) published journal article indexed in WOS/Scopus as first or corresponding author. Eligible applicants will be interviewed, and Studentship awards will be given on a competitive basis
Modules
Candidates are required to take only one module namely Research Methodology to learn the techniques used to identify, select, process, and analyze information about a topic in research, in addition to the thesis component.
Thesis
The PhD is awarded based on the successful completion of a thesis. The thesis should demonstrate proficiency, criticality and mastery in the subject or chosen area of research.
Areas of Research
Our researchers are highly accomplished, internationally recognized, and experienced with proven track records with expertise in areas of research, including (but not limited to):
- Advanced Energy Materials
- Advanced Heat Transfer Fluids
- Advanced Water & Wastewater Technology
- Adsorption Processes Using Carbon-Based Materials
- Applications of Ionising Radiations in Biomedicine and Industry
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for Sustainable Energy Use
- Bio and Nano Composites, Biomass Processing and Integrated Biorefineries
- Biomass Energy & Waste Management
- Carbon Dioxide Capture, Utilisation and Conversion to Value-added Chemicals
- Circular Economy for Net Zero
- Crystal Engineering
- Development and Optimisation of CO₂ Conversion Processes
- Development and Optimisation of Renewable Energy Systems
- Development of New Solid Sorbents for CO₂ Capture
- Dye-sensitised Solar Cells
- Emerging Materials for Nanofluids and Nanolubricants
- Electrochemical CO₂ Conversion
- Electrochemical Energy Storage
- Electrochemical Sensors
- Energy Policy
- Energy Storage
- Graphene and 2D Material Synthesis and Application
- Green Technologies
- Heat Transfer Fluids
- Intelligent Systems in Power and Energy Applications
- Life Cycle Assessment
- Microgrid / Smart Grid; Internet of Energy
- Nano-Enhanced Phase Change Materials
- Nanofluids / Nanolubricants and Nanoadditives
- Novel Green Solvents with Properties Tuned for CO₂ Capture
- Phase Change Materials
- Power Electronics; Intelligent Inverter Controller; Custom Power Devices; Intelligent Embedded System
- Process Modelling and Simulation
- Process Safety
- Radiation Dosimetry
- Radiation Physics
- Radiological Risks Associated with Naturally Occurring Radioactive Materials (NORM)
- Renewable & Sustainable Energy Technologies
- Solar Energy
- Sustainability Science and Technology
- Sustainable Smart City
- Sustainable Value Chain
- Techno-economic, Energy, and Exergy Analysis
- Thermoelectric and Energy Harvesting
- Water and Wastewater Treatment
- Lecturer/Senior Educator
- Entrepreneur
- R&D, Senior Researcher, Manager
- Research Scientist/ Post-Doctoral Research Fellow
- Consultant
- Prolific Scientific Writer
- Scientific Policy Maker