Master of Philosophy, Field of Research: Chemistry
(MQA/SWA0310)
- Master of Philosophy, Field of Research : Chemistry
- Entry Requirement
- Programme Educational Objectives
- Programme Learning Outcomes
- Classification of Subjects
- Career Prospects
- MQA certificate
Awarding Institution | Universiti Teknologi Malaysia | |||
Teaching Institution | Universiti Teknologi Malaysia | |||
Programme Name | Master of Philosophy, Field of Research : Chemistry | |||
Final Award |
Master of Philosophy | |||
NEC Code |
0531 |
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Programme Code | MSCC3 | |||
Professional or Statutory Body of Accreditation |
MALAYSIAN QUALIFICATIONS AGENCY (MQA) | |||
Language(s) of Instructions |
Bahasa Melayu & English | |||
Mode of Study | Conventional | |||
Mode of operation | Self-govern | |||
Study Scheme | Full Time and Part time | |||
Study Duration |
Full Time: Minimum: 1 years; Maximum: 3 years
Part Time: Minimum: 2 years; Maximum: 4 years |
Type of Semester | No. of Semesters | No. of weeks per semester | ||
Full Time | Part Time | Full Time | Part Time | |
Normal | 3 | 6 | 14 | 14 |
MASTER’s DEGREE
- A Bachelor’s Degree with good honours from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia or any other institution of higher learning recognised by the Senate; or
- A qualification equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree and experience in the relevant field recognised by the Senate.
The programme objectives are:
Bil. | Pernyataan PEO (Versi BM) | PEO Statement (English Version) |
1 | Berpengetahuan dan mahir dalam memenuhi industri pengetahuan intensif dalam bidang Kimia melalui penerapan kemahiran penyelidikan dan inovasi. | Knowledgeable and skilful in catering to knowledge-intensive industries in the field of Chemistry through application of research and innovation skills. |
2 | Kompeten untuk memberi nasihat dan menyelesaikan isu kontemporari, serta mencadangkan penyelesaian dan inovasi baru untuk pembangunan dan kemajuan dalam bidang Kimia. | Competent to advice and solve on contemporary issues and proposed new solutions and innovations for development and advancement in the field of Chemistry. |
3 | Dilengkapi dengan kemahiran profesional kritikal untuk cemerlang dalam persekitaran kerja pelbagai budaya, transnasional dan pembelajaran. | Equipped with professional skills critical to excel within a multicultural, transnational work and learning environment. |
HASIL PEMBELAJARAN PROGRAM (PROGRAMME LEARNING OBJECTIVE – PLO)
Bil. |
Pernyataan PLO (Versi BM) |
PLO Statement (English Version) |
1 |
Mengintegrasikan dan menjana pengetahuan berkaitan secara mendalam menggunakan teknik, alat dan kemahiran yang inovatif untuk membuat keputusan bagi mengurus dan menyelesaikan masalah yang kompleks dalam bidang Kimia sebagai asas penyelidikan. |
Integrate and generate in-depth relevant knowledge independently using innovative techniques, tools and skills for decision-making to manage and resolve a complex problem in the field of Chemistry as a basis for research. |
2 |
Membina penyelesaian untuk masalah atau isu yang kompleks dalam bidang Kimia secara kritikal dan inovatif melalui penyelidikan menggunakan teknik dan kemahiran yang terkini. |
Construct a critical and innovative solution for complex problems or issues in the field of Chemistry through research using the latest development techniques and skills. |
3 |
Merangka metodologi penyelidikan yang standard berdasarkan pengetahuan terkehadapan dan perkembangan terkini dalam bidang Kimia untuk menyelesaikan masalah penyelidikan dengan tahap keaslian yang bersesuaian. |
Devise standard research methodology that is based on the forefront knowledge and latest development in the field of Chemistry to solve research problems with reasonable degree of originality. |
4 |
Mempamerkan kerjasama yang berkesan dengan rakan sebaya, komuniti ilmiah dan masyarakat umum dalam bidang kepakaran dan penyelidikan yang berkaitan. |
Demonstrate effective collaboration with peers, scholarly communities and society at large in the relevant field of expertise and research. |
5 |
Menyampaikan pengetahuan, kemahiran, dan idea dengan jelas menggunakan kaedah yang sesuai kepada rakan sebaya, pakar, dan bukan pakar melalui pelbagai medium. |
Communicate the knowledge, skills, ideas clearly using appropriate methods to peers, experts, and non-experts through various mediums. |
6 |
Menggunakan pelbagai teknologi digital, media dan perisian yang sesuai untuk merancang, mengurus, menganalisis dan melaporkan kajian penyelidikan. |
Use a broad range of suitable digital technologies, media, and software to design, manage, analyse and report research studies. |
7 |
Menunjukkan kemahiran mereka bentuk, merancang aktiviti penilaian, serta menganalisis data berangka dan bergrafik menggunakan alat kuantitatif atau kualitatif dalam menyelesaikan masalah. |
Demonstrate skills in designing, planning evaluation activities, and analysing numerical and graphical data using quantitative or qualitative tools in solving problems. |
8 |
Mempamerkan kepemimpinan, autonomi dan tanggungjawab dalam menjalankan dan menguruskan penyelidikan dan sumber secara kendiri. |
Demonstrate leadership, autonomy and responsibility in conducting and managing own research and resources. |
9 |
Mempamerkan keupayaan untuk mengurus dan meningkatkan kemajuan diri dalam perkembangan akademik, profesional dan kemahiran penyelidikan menggunakan strategi pembelajaran sepanjang hayat. |
Demonstrate the ability to manage and enhance own self-advancement for academic development, professional development and research skills using lifelong learning strategies. |
10 |
Membangunkan hasil penyelidikan yang berpotensi untuk dikomersialkan. |
Develop potential commercialisation research output. |
11 |
Menunjukkan kepatuhan kepada kod amalan undang-undang, etika dan profesional dalam bidang Kimia dan aktiviti penyelidikan. |
Demonstrate adherence to legal, ethical and professional codes of practice in the field of Chemistry and research activities. |
No. | Year Offered |
Course Code | Course Name | Classification (Major / Minor/ Elective) |
Credit Value | Remarks |
1. | 1 | UHXP / UHXW 6XX3 | Compulsory University Course | Elective | 3 | Offered by university |
2. | 1 | USCP 0010 | Research Methodology | Major | 0 | Offered by faculty |
3. | 1 – 2 | MSCK XX00 / MSCK XX10 | Thesis | Major | – | Supervisor |
Graduates of the program can work as
- Chemists or scientists in private and government research institutions such as MARDI, PORIM, RRI, PRSS, AMREC, SIRIM and MINT etc
- Lecturers or researchers at higher learning institutions based on their degree qualifications at Masters level
- Officers in agencies or industries in which sound knowledge of chemistry and high levels of generic skills are required.
- Further the study at PhD level.
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