Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman - (N/314/8/0023)01/29 (MQA/PSA 15504)

Doctor of Philosophy (Economics)

  • Delivery: Face to Face
  • Study Level: Postgraduate

A part-time or full-time research-intensive programme specialising in economics.

Course Overview

The Doctor of Philosophy (Economics) equips candidates with research skills in advanced econometrics and experimental methodologies. This programme aims to produce economists, researchers and university instructors capable of using cutting-edge methods to analyse economic phenomena.

Job-ready skills for a career in economics research
Candidates will acquire these capabilities:

  • Generate and interpret research work that contributes to the economics field.
  • Conduct research ethically, independently and responsibly to address complex economic problems.
  • Analyse and understand current issues and trends concerning economic and societal challenges.

Career paths
Graduates can work either in the commercial sector or in academia.

Key Facts

Delivery
Face to Face
Study Level
Postgraduate
Programme Type
Doctorate
Modules
2
Fees
Scholarships
Intake
Anytime
Total Price
From RM14,210
More Information
International Student: RM26,710

Course Structure

Students are required to complete two compulsory modules and a thesis. The major courses are assessed based on a continuous assessment that includes assignments and presentations.

  • Business Research Methodology
  • Quantitative and Qualitative Research Methods

Intake Dates

Open throughout the year

Fees

Local Students
RM14,210 - RM15,300

International Students
RM26,710

Fees are estimation on overall completion of the programme with a normal duration. In any cases where there are credit exemptions, offered rebates or approval of scholarship applications, there may be a reduction in the fees. Fees for international students may differ from those for local Malaysian students.

Entry Requirements

Academic Qualification

To apply for this course, you must meet either one of the criteria below:

  1. A Master’s degree from UTAR and shows evidence of adequate related research or work experience to the satisfaction of the Senate.
  2. 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.
  3. Candidates without a related Master’s degree in the field or working experience in the relevant fields must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses determined by UTAR.
  4. A Bachelor’s degree in the field or related fields from UTAR with First Class Honours or with a minimum CGPA of 3.67 and show evidence of related research aptitude to the satisfaction of the Senate.
  5. A Bachelor’s degree in the field or related fields of another university or equivalent qualification from an institution with First Class Honours or with a minimum CGPA of 3.67 as approved by the Senate and shows evidence of related research aptitude to the satisfaction of the Senate.
  6. Any other qualifications equivalent to (1), (2), (4) or (5) as approved by the Senate.

English Language Requirement

  • IELTS Academic : 5.0
  • Cambridge English Qualification and Tests : 154 - 159 (High B1 level in CEFR)
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE) : 47 - 50
  • MUET Band 3.5