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Philosophy (MPHIL)

University of Malaya
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Degree Master
Duration 12 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Language English

Program Overview

The Philosophy (MPHIL) at University of Malaya is a Master programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Philosophy (MPHIL) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Malaysia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6
  5. Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Philosophy (MPHIL) programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. HGA \x96 Master of Philosophy by research
  2. HQA \x96 Master of Renewable Energy by coursework
  3. HGF - Master of Philosophy \xa0(Power Energy) by research
  4. HGG - Master of Philosophy\xa0(Photonics) by research
  5. HGT - Master of Philosophy\xa0(Ocean and Earth Sciences) by research

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

You need the following GPA score:

Required score: 3

Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).

Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).

  • A Bachelor\xc2\x92s Degree with honours or equivalent with CGPA 3.0 and above;\xc2\xa0

English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.

Application Deadline

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About University of Malaya

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University of Malaya

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

The University of Malaya is a public research university located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It is the oldest Malaysian institution of higher education, and was the only university in newly...

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Application Information
  • Start Date 2018-09-01
  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months
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