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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Psychology
About
Psychology has emerged as one of the world’s most sought-after academic disciplines, offering profound insights into how the mind, brain, relationships, and societies function. At the University of Nottingham Malaysia (UNM), the School of Psychology provides high-quality doctoral training for students pursuing an PhD. As a research student, you will collaborate with two academic supervisors and join one of the school’s seven specialised research groups. The school’s broad research expertise enables a wide range of project opportunities, allowing for personalised and impactful scholarly exploration. The postgraduate training is designed to build strong research capabilities while enhancing skills in communication, information technology, personal development, and employability—offering a tailored experience to suit your academic and professional goals.
Key facts
| Qualification | Doctoral Degree (PhD) |
| Study mode | Full-time, Part-time |
| Duration | 3 years |
| Intakes | April, June, September |
| Total estimated cost (local) | B$ 44,788 |
| Total estimated cost (foreign) | B$ 50,163 |
Subjects
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Psychology
Duration
3 years
Tuition fees
| Description | Local students | Foreign students |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | B$ 44,788 | B$ 50,163 |
| Miscellaneous fees | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total estimated cost of attendance | B$ 44,788 | B$ 50,163 |
| Estimated cost per year | B$ 14,929 | B$ 16,721 |
Estimated cost as reported by the institution. There may be additional administrative fees. Please contact us for the latest information.
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Admissions
Intakes
Entry Requirements
Academic Requirements
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A Master’s degree (typically Merit or higher) in Psychology
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An Upper Second-Class Honours degree (2:1) or international equivalent in Psychology or a related discipline.
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Degrees must be from a recognised university.
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Applicants from all academic backgrounds are welcome; however, relevant prior qualifications are required for certain programmes.
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Applicants may be invited to attend an interview if further evaluation is necessary.
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Eligibility is confirmed only upon submission of a complete application.
English Language Requirements
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IELTS (Academic): 6.5 overall (no less than 6.0 in each element)
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TOEFL (iBT): 90 overall
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Minimum: 19 in Writing and Listening, 20 in Reading, 22 in Speaking
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PTE (Academic): 71 overall (no less than 65 in each element)
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MUET: Band 4.5
Notes:
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IELTS (Academic), TOEFL iBT, and PTE (Academic) results must be less than two years old.
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IELTS One Skill Retake is accepted.
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IELTS Academic Online, TOEFL iBT Home Edition, and PTE Academic Online are not accepted.
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MUET results are valid for five years from the release date.
Curriculum
Areas of Research:
- Active Vision
- Animal Behaviour
- Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)
- Face and object processing
- Human-computer Interaction
- Language and development
- Memory
- Social psychology and affective science
- Vision and attention
Research Training and Development
The programme provides:
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Training in research methodology and design
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Development of communication, IT, and employment-related skills
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Emphasis on personalised training to support individual academic goals