The Doctor of Philosophy (Information Technology) research program is  programme is an exciting graduate programme that offers its students the prospects of working on cutting-edge research in a wide spectrum of technological areas.Areas of specialization may include but are not limited to software engineering, cybersecurity, data science, artificial intelligence, computer networks, information systems, and more. Under the guidance of experienced and esteemed researchers, students will receive supervision and support to facilitate their research journey. Additionally, access to state-of-the-art research facilities will be provided to aid in the pursuit of academic excellence and eventual success as a researcher in the field of Information Technology.

Entry Requirements

• A Master’s degree in the field or related fields, as accepted by the Senate; OR
• A Master’s degree (Level 7, MQF) in a non-computing fields, as accepted by the Senate, with a minimum of FIVE (5) years of relevant working experience must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses as determined by the HEP; OR
• A Master’s degree (Level 7, MQF) in non-computing fields, as accepted by the Senate and with less than FIVE (5) years of relevant working experience, must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses as determined by the HEP and subject to rigorous internal assessment; OR
• Other qualifications equivalent to a Master’s degree in the field of Computing or related fields recognised by the Government of Malaysia must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses as determined by the HEP; OR
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Computing or related fields with minimum CGPA of 3.67 or equivalent, as accepted by the HEP Senate can be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment

Career Opportunities 

Academia, Research and Development (R&D), Industry Leadership, Consulting, Government and Policy, Entrepreneurship, Data Science and Analytics, Cybersecurity.