10,
Malaysia
Type
International
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MPhil/PhD Mathematical Sciences in Selangor Selangor Malaysia | University of Nottingham Malaysia
University of Nottingham Malaysia
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Selangor Selangor Malaysia
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2026)
MYR
58,000
(c. USD14,628.01)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Join the School of Mathematical Sciences to work on projects in both fundamental and applied mathematical sciences that can be applied to solve a wide range of real-world problems. Projects cover the areas of:
- Pure mathematics
- Applied mathematics
- Statistics and probability
- Mathematical education
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Throughout your PhD you will focus on learning what information is already published and identifying gaps in knowledge. You will start to formulate your own research questions and develop skills to become a professional researcher.
- Study the research literature in your field, guided by your PhD advisor.
- Attend seminars on modern research.
- Take additional training in mathematical sciences and research skills.
- Conduct research and obtain novel results.
- Be part of an active and welcoming community of research students.
- Write annual reports and journal publications to communicate your research findings.
- Complete a written thesis of up to 100,000 words.
- Take a verbal examination (viva voce) where you defend your research to an expert examination panel.
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each element)
Qualification Requirements
PhD
A master’s degree with a distinction or merit grade, plus an upper second-class honours degree (2:1) in mathematics or a closely related discipline with substantial mathematical content. Non-UK qualifications will be assessed against this standard.
Or
A first-class honours degree in mathematics or a closely related discipline with substantial mathematical content. Non-UK qualifications will be assessed against this standard.
MPhil
An upper second-class honours degree (2:1) in mathematics or a closely related discipline with substantial mathematical content. Non-UK qualifications will be assessed against this standard.
Before starting an online application, applicants are required to carefully read, review, and understand the Compliance with MQA Standards and Programme Standards, as well as the Checklist for application.
Applicants must possess a degree awarded by a recognised university.
Faculty-Specific Requirements
- Faculty of Science and Engineering: A qualification in a related field is usually necessary for admission to postgraduate programmes.
- Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences: Consideration may be given to those whose previous degree is in a different discipline if they have relevant work experience and can supply further supporting documents as outlined in the application checklist.
Tuition
MYR
58,000