Doctor of Philosophy (Engineering)
SEGi University · Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: #731
Quick Overview
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The Doctor of Philosophy (Engineering) by Research programme at SEGi University provides an immersive and in-depth exploration of engineering, equipping professionals with the expertise to tackle research and engineering challenges effectively.
Students are guided by an experienced academic team and a structured research curriculum, developing advanced analytical thinking skills while working on real industry-relevant projects under academic and industry mentorship.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Advanced Research Methods and Design to build research design capability and technical research planning.
- Research Proposal and Seminar to develop and present your research proposal for approval.
- Research and Thesis begins with structured supervision during the early programme period.
- Research and Thesis continues under supervision as you progress through your doctoral research activities.
- You complete the core research work that your thesis is based on.
Curriculum
This programme is Doctor of Philosophy (Engineering) by research. SEGi University states that the compulsory modules total 7 credit hours and are taken before research work begins; modules listed below are published with a programme structure by year/semester.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | Compulsory module | Advanced Research Methods and Design (MSCE1131) | 7 | 7 |
| Year 1 Semester 2 | Compulsory module | Research Proposal and Seminar (PE1241) | ||
| Year 2 | Research and Thesis | Research and Thesis | ||
| Year 3 | Research and Thesis | Research and Thesis | ||
| Total | Programme research work (Research and Thesis) plus compulsory modules before the research work begins | |||
Career outcomes
- Prepare to work as a practising engineer by specialising in areas derived from your doctoral research findings.
- Gain research competitiveness and advanced engineering problem-solving skills that support industry roles and innovation-focused projects.
- Develop the expertise to support leadership progression by supervising and guiding younger engineers as your career grows.
- Build an academic career pathway by becoming a lecturer and researcher, contributing engineering knowledge to the next generation.
Employability rate
For engineering PhD graduates in Malaysia, employability is typically high, with an estimated employability rate of around 85% and an unemployment rate of about 15% for graduates who complete research aligned with industry and are willing to apply to technical and research roles.
Overall, these figures indicate a comparatively stable outlook when you target engineering and research positions that match your thesis area.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Master's degree in a related engineering field | International applicants must hold a Master’s degree (or its equivalent) in a related field recognized by the Government of Malaysia and the University’s Senate. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering | Direct match | Applicants should have a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in a related engineering field recognized for admission under the University’s Senate. |
Language requirements
For international applicants, the Doctor of Philosophy (Engineering) by Research requires an accepted English proficiency test result. If you do not meet the published minimum, the Higher Education Provider may provide English proficiency courses through an assessment process to ensure you can meet the needs of the programme.
TOEFL iBT
IELTS Academic
MOI (Medium of Instruction)
MOI waiver details are not published for this programme. See the English test requirements above.
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | Not published |
Proof of financial resources
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone |
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| Application portal opens |
| Application deadline (final submit) |
| Application deadline (EU students) |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) |
| Recommended apply-by |
| Semester begins |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone |
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| VPD request - recommended |
| VPD result expected |
| APS - recommended |
| Start eligibility check |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone |
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| Application submission deadline |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) |
| Language certificate deadline |
| Official transcripts deadline |
| Certified translations deadline |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline |
| Missing documents (if requested) |
📝 How to Apply
Check eligibility and English requirement
Review the international entry requirements for this PhD engineering programme, including the requirement for a related Master’s degree (or equivalent) recognized by the Government of Malaysia and the University’s Senate. Confirm whether your English test result meets the published minimum. If you do not meet the minimum, note that the Higher Education Provider may offer English proficiency courses through an assessment process.
Apply online during the published intake window
Submit your application through the university’s official application process during the intake period for the semester you want to start. Complete all required fields and provide your supporting documents as requested by the application system. If an application fee is required by the portal, pay it before submission and keep your payment record.
Prepare for admission assessment and research start
After submitting your application, the university will review your eligibility for the programme and determine the next steps. If English proficiency requires additional support, the assessment process may be used to confirm readiness for programme demands. Continue preparing documents for your research registration and thesis work schedule once admitted.