Programme Name: Master of Philosophy, Field of Research : Chemistry
Last update 24 February 2021
- Master of Philosophy, Field of Research : Chemistry
- Entry Requirement
- Programme Objectives
- Programme Learning Outcomes
- Classification of Subjects
- Career Prospects
| Awarding Institution | Universiti Teknologi Malaysia | |||
| Teaching Institution | Universiti Teknologi Malaysia | |||
| Programme Name | Master of Philosophy in Chemistry | |||
| Final Award |
Master of Philosophy, Field of Research : Chemistry | |||
| Programme Code | MSCK | |||
| Professional or Statutory Body of Accreditation |
Kementerian Pengajian Tinggi | |||
| 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 |
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| Type of Semester | No. of Semesters | No. of weeks per semester | ||
| Full Time | Part Time | Full Time | Part Time | |
| Normal | 3 | 6 | 14 | 14 |
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY
- A Master’s Degree from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia or any other Institutions of higher learning recognised by the Senate; or
- Other qualifications equivalent to a Master’s degree and experience in the relevant field recognised by the Senate; or
- Candidates who a currently registered in a Master’s Degree programme at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, and approved by the Graduate Studies Committee of the respective faculty and the Senate.
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:
- Graduate whom are successful in their career in chemistry.
- Graduates whom are able to set and achieve goals set for their career satisfaction.
- Graduates will continue their professional development.
- Graduates whom are able to engage in the international arena in their careers.
- Graduates who have basic knowledge of research to pursue a doctorate level.
| 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.