Doctor of Philosophy academic program by research which takes a minimum period of 3 year (full time) is offered to focus on the specialization of IR4.0 field, namely Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data Science (DS) and Internet of Things (IoT).

However, it is not limited to such specialization, in fact it will evolve according to technological developments over time and preparation for the current IR5.0.

The programs offered are able to meet the current demand for employment needs in the public and private sectors over the next few years.

For more details regarding the program, please contact Program Coordinatior, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nooraini Binti Yusoff (nooraini.y@umk.edu.my)

Entry Requirements :

Master's Degree by Research in a field related to Information Technology or Computer Science; OR

Master's Degree by coursework in a related field to Information Technology or Computer Science with a minimum CGPA of 3.00; OR

Bachelor's Degree in a related field to Information Technology or Computer Science with:

• A First Class Bachelor's qualification or equivalent; OR
• Achieve a minimum CGPA of 3.70 or equivalent from an academic program or Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) program; OR

Qualification other than (a), (b) and (c) can be considered if the candidate has experience in research or working in related industries subject to fulfil the entry criteria by the Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA).

For international students who have a qualification (a) OR (b), must obtain at least Level 6.0 in IELTS (International English Language Testing System) or its equivalent.

Research Field: 

• Data Science (DS)
• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Internet of Things (IoT) 

More Information (Program Booklet): https://bit.ly/48q04jJ

Related Courses

• BACHELOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY WITH HONOUR (TRACK IN ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE)
• MASTER OF COMPUTING (RESEARCH)
• DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (RESEARCH)

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

• Senior AI Engineer/ AI Specialist/ AI Entrepreneur/ AI Lead/ AI Researcher/ AI Manager/ Senior ML Engineer/ Senior Deep Learning Engineer/ ML Specialist/ ML Manager/ ML Researcher/ Senior ML Architect/ Lecturer

Data Science (DS)

• Senior Data Engineer/ Senior Data Scientist/ Data Manager/ Senior Business Analyst/ Senior Data Analyst/ Data Analytics Consultant/ Analytics Manager/ Big Data Lead/ Lecturer

Internet of Things (IoT)

• Senior IoT Solution Architect/Senior IoT Software Developer/ IoT Product Manager/ IoT Service Manager/ Lecturer