Pioneer Program Description
The Ph.D. program on the Malaysia campus aims to nurture global research professionals capable of making significant contributions in fields of economic and societal benefit through a clear demonstration of sustained scholarship.
Our aim is to enable each student an opportunity to deploy knowledge, understanding, and critical thinking and develop an analytical approach to identifying and resolving problems.
Accreditation
All Heriot-Watt degrees are accredited by the MQA (Malaysia Qualifications Agency).
Programs delivered at the Malaysia campus lead to degrees awarded by ‘Heriot-Watt University.
Duration of Study
3-6 / 4-8 Years
Course Mode
Full-time / Part-time
Course Location
Putrajaya
Intakes
Research
The mode of delivery is via supervised research work of a typical duration of three years and culminating in the submission of a thesis normally within 4 years from the date of first registration. Students will work under the supervision of an expert academic team; normally comprising staff from both our Malaysia and UK campuses.
Students will also be expected to publish their work in high-impact journals (although this is not a pre-requisite for viva and/or graduation).
All students are subject to an annual appraisal to assess progress. Students will not be allowed to progress to the following year of study if this process is not complete.
The language of instruction is English.
Research areas in the field include (but are not limited to):
- Statistics
- Actuarial Studies
- Statistical Quality Control
- Queueing Theory
- Financial Modelling
- Risk Theory
Entry Requirement
Interested applicants should complete the online application, making clear on the form that you are applying to study at the Malaysia Campus.
All applicants should hold an MSc recognized by the Malaysian government and deemed acceptable by the University. Occasionally, candidates holding a first-class BSc Hons may be admitted if they also have significant research experience.
Some Ph.D. students will be invited to interview prior to a formal offer being made.
Supporting Documents
Applicants should also submit the following:
- Copies of full academic transcripts from all previous academic degree courses and copies of certificates for degrees already awarded.
- A detailed research proposal.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
In addition to meeting the required academic levels of achievement, students will also need to demonstrate an ability to speak, read and write in English at level IELTS-6.5 or equivalent.
