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Master of Philosophy, Field of Research: Chemistry

(MQA/SWA0310)
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
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

Postgraduate Entry Requirements

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

  1. Chemists or scientists in private and government research institutions such as MARDI, PORIM, RRI, PRSS, AMREC, SIRIM and MINT etc
  2. Lecturers or researchers at higher learning institutions based on their degree qualifications at Masters level
  3. Officers in agencies or industries in which sound knowledge of chemistry and high levels of generic skills are required.
  4. Further the study at PhD level.

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