This programme is based on a mutual agreement between Universiti Malaysia Pahang (UMP) and University of Nice Sophia Antipolis (UNS) securing the framework of the double PhD programme. At the end of this programme, the PhD student shall receive two PhD degrees, awarded by UMP and UNS. This framework will produce high impact research collaborations and knowledge sharing between two universities, while producing high quality and competitive students.
Candidates should have a Master Degree in relevant studies from the University or Institute recognized by the University Senate or an equivalent professional qualification in a related field recognized by the Senate.
Candidates should have a good command of English equivalent to IELTS (Academic) Band 5.0, TOEFL* paper based 500 points (for international students only) and MUET Band 4 (for local students only).
The field of research study:
Candidates can specialise in any of the following field of research study (but not limited to):
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Communications
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Embedded systems
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Information technology
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Network and security
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Computational biology
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Computing
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Software and knowledge engineering
The programme takes three years to complete. The candidates are required to spend at least six (6) months at UMP and at least one (1) year at UNS.
Programme Fees:
The fees of this programme follow the fees of conventional PhD programme at both universities as follows:
Table 1: Fees if candidates enrolled at UMP
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Fees for every semester |
Malaysian (MYR) |
International (MYR) |
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1st Semester |
Subsequent Semester |
1st Semester |
Subsequent Semester |
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Tuition Fees |
1500 |
1500 |
3400 |
3400 |
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Services |
300 |
300 |
300 |
300 |
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Health |
50 |
50 |
50 |
50 |
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Welfare |
30 |
30 |
30 |
30 |
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Insurance |
20 |
20 |
150 |
150 |
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One off payment fees |
Malaysian (MYR) |
International (MYR) |
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Examination Fees |
500 |
500 |
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Registration |
100 |
1200 |
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Student Card |
50 |
50 |
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Alumni |
100 |
100 |
The tuition fees at UNS are based on regular French university fees, which is approximately 600 euros. This fees cover course expenses for one (1) year.
Candidates are advised to look up for a suitable supervisor from both UMP and UNS in his/her field of interest. The information of supervisors and their expertise can be found from the following links:
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UMP – http://ips.ump.edu.my/index.php/en/academics/99-expertise
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UNS – http://edstic.unice.fr/edsticTheses/dirThesePourSite.php
Candidates are encouraged to discuss with the potential supervisors from both universities on the complement research subject that will be conducted during the study.
Upon agreeing on the complementary research subject from both supervisors, candidates may apply online for both Universities using the following link:
For further information, please contact Dr. Mohd Ashraf Ahmad at +609-424-6041 or email: mashraf@ump.edu.my
Programme Educational Objectives (PEO)
| PEO | PEO Statement |
| PEO1 | Graduate professionally being recognised based on their technical expertise and accomplishment to engineering practise. |
| PEO2 | Graduates continue to acquire advanced knowledge for professional development in pursuing of life-long learning. |
| PEO3 | Graduates display commitment to the community and the professions, holding position that contributes to the benefits of the society. |
| PEO4 | Graduates continue to evaluate problem critically, generate solution and publication adhere to legal, ethical and professional codes of practice. |
Programme Outcome (PO)
| PO | PO Statement |
| PO1 | Demonstrate mastery of advanced knowledge in the electrical engineering field and have the capabilities to further develop or use these in new situations or multi-disciplinary contexts. |
| PO2 | Analyze and evaluate problems in the electrical engineering field critically and to provide solutions through the application of appropriate tools and techniques. |
| PO3 | Relate ideas and research evidence to societal issues in the electrical engineering field. |
| PO4 | Demonstrate ethical qualities in communication and conduct according to professional codes of practice |
| PO5 | Disseminate theory and findings in respective fields of Electrical Engineering |
| PO6 | Manage knowledge for lifelong learning and continuing professional development. |
Our postgraduates generally progress to exciting roles in design, research and development with multinational companies or government agencies, obtain consultancy posts with consultant companies or move into academic careers
Job options
- Sustainable energy-related consultant
- Academic post
- Design engineer
- Energy manager
- Energy auditor
- Research engineer
- Senior electrical engineer
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