Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - Study (Study) (Monash Malaysia)

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Be part of a proud tradition of research excellence.

This PhD program consists of an extensive, independent research project in your discipline of choice, supported by a minimum of two academic supervisors throughout your candidature. Your study will result in a research thesis, which makes a valuable contribution to the current body of knowledge on your chosen topic.

As a graduate research student at Monash, you’ll explore your discipline on an advanced level and learn how to apply your new knowledge to real problems. You’ll have access to world-class research facilities and equipment, on top of great academic support, so that you too can devise innovative solutions to global challenges.

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At a glance

Areas of research and career paths

Why Monash?

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Duration

3-4 years (full-time) or 6-8 years (part-time)

Type

Research

Intake

15 January, 1 May, 15 July, and 15 October (subject to availability of supervision). Flexibility may apply for students whose enrolment is supported by external funding.

Fees

In 2027, the annual tuition fees for this course are:

• RM49,920 for Malaysian students
• RM57,600 for international students.

General fees:

• Application (once only) - RM100
• Registration (once only) - RM200
• General amenities (per semester) - RM100
• International student pass application - Click here.

• Artificial intelligence
• Computer vision and pattern recognition
• Cybersecurity
• Data science
• Digital health
• Human-machine interaction
• Image, video and speech processing
• Learning analytics
• Machine learning
• Mobile networks
• Software engineering

Monash's international reputation offers graduates career and research opportunities in Malaysia and around the world.

You'll have a highly respected qualification that positions you well for employment in multinational corporations, government and non-governmental organisations, and universities. Depending on your research area, the award can advance your career in:

• artificial Intelligence
• bioinformatics
• cryptography
• multimedia
• robotics
• software engineering
• systems analysis
• technology consultancy.

Top 100 in the world Monash University is ranked #48 in the world for data science and artificial intelligence and #51 for computer science and information systems (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026).

Benefit from expert supervision You'll work with some of the world’s most inspiring and distinguished researchers in a stimulating, supportive and professional environment.

Make an impact At Monash, we recognise the potential of IT to positively transform our world. Adopting a collaborative and cross-disciplinary approach, our world-leading researchers are tackling the world’s most pressing social, economic and environmental issues. From maximising energy efficiency, detecting criminal activity to predicting worsening heart failure, join us as we unite people and advance technology in the pursuit of a smarter digital future.

Be supported We offer a range of scholarships to help ensure money and circumstances aren’t barriers to you accessing a world-leading IT education. Click here for details and a full list of scholarships

Entry requirements

To enter Monash University, you must satisfy particular academic, English language and age requirements. All applicants must be able to demonstrate a capacity to carry out independent research and have adequate training, qualifications and ability to pursue the proposed course of study. In all cases, the qualifications described below are expected to be equivalent to Australian Qualifications Framework levels and standards. In considering applicants' qualifications from international institutions, the Graduate Research Committee (GRC) will consider a range of qualifications, publications, experience and demonstrated research capacity. Standard entry The minimum academic qualification requirements for admission into a PhD or doctoral course are:

• A bachelor’s degree of at least four years in a relevant discipline, which includes a research thesis or project, with a minimum overall average grade of an honours degree equivalent to the Second Class Honours Division A; or
• A master's degree in a relevant discipline which includes a research thesis or project equivalent to at least 25 percent of one year of full-time study, with a minimum overall average grade of honours equivalent to the Second Class Honours Division A; or
• A qualification, or combination of qualifications and relevant professional experience, deemed equivalent by the GRC (or delegate).

Please refer to the Admission criteria for more details.

Application process

Step 1: Check your eligibility

Admission

Please refer to the Entry Requirements listed above or visit this page for further information on admission criteria for graduate research degrees.

Enquiries

For further information, please contact the Monash University Malaysia Graduate Research Office (MUMGRO) at mum.gro@monash.edu

Scholarships

To explore our range of scholarships, please click here.

Step 2: Find Supervisors (minimum of one)

Graduate research degrees involve the independent investigation of a research problem formulated by students in consultation with their supervisors. Potential supervisors can be viewed using this link.

Step 3: Submit your application

Submit your application here. To check the application requirements, take a look at our application submission guide. When you submit your application, you can select your intended Monash University Malaysia scholarship. Discover available scholarship opportunities here. Once you’ve submitted your application, it will be reviewed and you will be notified via email of the outcome. Please allow 4-8 weeks for your application to be processed. If you are offered a place at Monash University Malaysia, your letter of offer will explain the enrolment process. For further information and clarifications, please contact the Monash University Malaysia Graduate Research Office at mum.gro@monash.edu.

"Research is about collaboration and contribution, not competition, and this philosophy is practiced at Monash by experts with over a decade of research experience in various disciplines. Monash recognises and appreciates hard work and talent, which greatly influenced my decision to study here."

Sayyida Masoom Gilani Doctor of Philosophy

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• Master of Artificial Intelligence
• Master of Data Science
• Master of Business Information Systems
• Master of Philosophy

More information

For further information and clarifications, please contact the Monash University Malaysia Graduate Research Office at mum.gro@monash.edu