Doctor of Philosophy (Health Science)

Application Dates
Course Overview
Type
Doctorate (PhD)
Tuition Fees
RM63,500*
Duration
3 - 8 years
Study Field

About the Course

As a Management and Science University (MSU) candidate for a Doctor of Philosophy (Health Science) qualification, you will undertake supervised research with the aim to contribute new, significant knowledge to a health-related discipline or profession. You will be equipped with knowledge in research methodology as well as biostatistics, and a large part of your time will be spent attending seminars as well as writing your thesis.

Entry Requirements

Prospective applicants must have a Master’s degree (MQF Level 7) accepted by MSU Senate OR other qualifications accepted by MSU Senate as equivalent to a Master’s degree (MQF Level 7). 

Note that there is no direct entry from Bachelor’s degree (MQF Level 6) to Doctoral degree (MQF Level 8) programmes. Bachelor’s degree candidates registered on a Master’s degree programme (MQF Level 7) may apply for a change to a Doctoral degree programme within one (1) year of registering for the Master’s degree programme (MQF Level 7), subject to the following conditions: they demonstrate competence in and capability to conduct research at 

Fees

RM63,500
 
*The stated fees are estimation on overall completion of the program. In any cases where there are credit exemptions, offered rebates or approval of scholarship applications, there will be considerable reduction in the fees
 
The fees stated here are for Malaysians or local students only. Kindly refer to MSU regarding the fees for international students

Among the Courses Offered

  • Research Methodology
  • Biostatistics
  • Graduate Seminar
  • Thesis Writing

Career Prospects

Potential career fields include:

  • Academia
  • Research and Development
  • Medical and Health Services