City University

City University Malaysia Provides high-quality industry and market-driven education courses and programs to cultivate knowledge-based, socially responsible leaders and managers. Cultivate high-quality graduates to maintain a balance between professional skills, communication skills, curiosity, ethical behavior, and employability for lifelong learning. To become a recognized leading university of higher learning, unswervingly pursuing excellence and perfection.

Course Information

Academic Qualification

PhD

Duration

3.0 years

Intake

January, May, September

English Requirement

Class Type

Research

Offer Letter

Free

Yearly Tuition Fees

First Year

13,000

MYR

Second Year

14,200

MYR

Third Year

12,600

MYR

Total Tuition Fees 39,800 MYR

Other Fees

Application Fees + Visa 3,750 MYR

International Administration fee 8,000 MYR

Completion Processing 1,000 MYR

Total Additional Fees 12,750 MYR

Grand Total (All Fees) 52,550 MYR

Course Overview

The Doctor of Philosophy in Built Environment (PhD BE) at City University is designed to cultivate advanced research skills and innovative thinking in the architectural and built environment sectors. This program prepares graduates for leadership roles in academia, research, and industry, contributing to Malaysia's competitiveness and leadership within the ASEAN region.

Program Structure

Year 1: Research Methodology, Statistical Methods for Research
Year 2: Advanced Designer Urbanism & Architecture, Community Architecture and Corporate Social Responsibility
Year 3: Collaborative Design, Architectural Theory and Urban Studies, Doctoral Research

Entry Requirements

A Master’s degree (Level 7 MQF) or equivalent as approved by the HEP Senate
Other qualifications equivalent to a Master’s degree (Level 7, MQF) accepted by the Malaysian Government
For international students: A minimum IELTS score of 5.0 or equivalent

Career Opportunities

Lead Researcher
Academic in Institutions of Higher Learning
Specialist in areas such as green and sustainable technology, contracts management, strategic procurement, construction innovation, urban microclimate simulation, virtual reality simulation in building design, and conservation of historic architecture sites

Highlights

Duration: 3 years
Credit Hours: 80
Intakes: January/February, May/June, September/October
Mode: Full-time and Part-time
Location: Petaling Jaya

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