Pioneer Overview
This research programme aims to prepare graduates with in-depth and advanced knowledge within their specific areas of Mathematical Sciences. It also aims to inculcate in students a systematic and ethical approach in conducting research in specialised areas, thereby paving the way for the students to make significant contributions to the body of knowledge and practice.
Duration of Study
Minimum 3 Years (Full time mode) or 4 Years (Part time mode)
Course Mode
Full/Part Time (Local) / Full (International)
Course Location
Kuala Lumpur
Intakes
About the program
- UCSI University is one of the few private universities offering this programme.
- Pathway for existing Master of Actuarial Management (Structure B & C) students in UCSI University to further their studies at the doctoral level in the area of Mathematical Sciences.
- Many postgraduate degree holders in Mathematical Sciences are needed to fulfill human resources requirement in STEM (M stands for Mathematics) (MOE,2013). This programme can fill in this gap.
- Courses are taught by experienced researchers with PhD qualification.
Career Opportunities
- Data Scientist
- Risk Analyst
- Systems Analyst
- Business Analyst
- University Lecturer
- Mathematician,
- Statistician
- Researcher in Business and Industry
Subjects Offered
Semester 1
- Advanced Research Methods in Mathematical Sciences
Semester 2-9
- PhD Thesis
Entry Requirement
ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS
ii. Other qualifications equivalent to a Master’s degree in Mathematical Sciences or other related areas that is accepted by the UCSI University Senate.
Note
i. UCSI University can accept candidates with excellent Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) for direct admission to the Doctoral programme (by research) (Level 8, MQF) with the following conditions:
- Obtained first class bachelor’s degree or equivalent; or
- Obtained Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) with at least 3.67 or equivalent from academic programme or Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programme; and
- Rigorous internal assessment by UCSI University; and
- Approved by UCSI University’s Senate and admitted as a candidate for Doctoral programme (Level 8, MQF). Student must demonstrate appropriate progress during the candidature period.
ii. Candidate with Bachelor’s degree who are registered for Master’s degree programmes may apply to convert their candidacy to the Doctoral Degree programmes within one (1) year after Master’s degree registration, subjected to:
- Having shown competency and capability in conducting research at Doctoral degree level
- Rigorous internal evaluation by the UCSI University.
- Approved by the UCSI University Senate.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
IELTS
Band 5.0
TOEFL IBT
42
Cambridge English Qualification and Test
154
Pearson Test of English
47
MUET
Band 3
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