CENTRE FOR GRADUATE STUDIES

The Centre for Graduate Studies is responsible for monitoring the implementation of graduate programmes at UTHM. Established in 1999, the centre was first set up to train instructors and academic staff for polytechnics throughout Malaysia. Currently, the programmes are not only open to polytechnic staff but to those who are interested and fulfill the admission requirements as stated.
Postgraduate Programmes

The following postgraduate degrees are offered full-time and parttime.

    Doctor of Philosophy
    Master’s degree by research
    Master’s degree by coursework

Doctor of Philosophy
The Doctor of Philosophy degree is a research degree by thesis under the supervision of experienced members of academic staff or a supervisory panel. A panel is made up of a graduate staff and experts from the University or those of other selected universities. The minimum duration of study is 3 years (full-time) and 4 years (part–time).

The progress of a research student is evaluated through a progress report by the supervisor every semester. An annual assessment is done through the thesis prepared by the student and viva voce examination. Students who have satisfied the Examination Committee for Postgraduate Studies in all aspects of their work are eligible for the award of the degree of Doctor of Philosophy.

Master’s Degree by Research
The master’s degree by research is under the supervision of experienced members of academic staff or a supervisory panel. A panel is made up of graduate staff and experts from the University or those of other selected universities.

The minimum duration of study is 1 ½ years (full–time) and 2 years (part–time). The progress of a research student is evaluated through a progress report by the supervisor every semester. The degree is examined through the presentation of his or her thesis and through a viva voce examination. Students who have satisfied the Examination Committee for Postgraduate Studies in all aspects of their work are eligible for the award of the master’s degree.

Master’s degree by Coursework
The master’s degree by coursework programme is designed to extend the knowledge and skills gained from the first degree and to develop new professional skills in graduates. The programme involves lectures, seminars and project work. A minimum of 40 credits of study and a final Cumulative Grade Point (CGPA) of at least 3.0 is required for the award of the master’s degree.

The minimum 40 credits of study comprise a combination of compulsory subjects, electives and a master’s project. Each subject carries a weightage of 2 to 3 credits, and assessments are made through take-home assignments, tests and final semester examinations. The students’ progress and performance in the master’s project is assessed through oral presentations and written reports.