(R/545/7/0056) (03/27) (MQA/FA5374)
January, April, July and October
Full-time: Minimum 2 years/Maximum 4 years
Part-time: Minimum 3 years/ Maximum 6 years
Full-Time, Part-Time
The Master of Science (MSc) programme can be undertaken in the principal areas of research such as Natural Sciences, Mathematics and Statistics. This postgraduate programme is ideal for graduates who wish to seek advanced knowledge in science and essential research skills. It will also benefit candidates from various industries and the public who are keen on continuous life-long learning.
The MSc programme is research driven and will help upgrade the student’s fundamental knowledge, develop areas of expertise and increase their professional credibility. It involves a comprehensive review of literature, advanced research techniques and extensive analysis applied to research areas. The high calibre training in this programme improves students’ interpersonal skills and guides them on different ways of communicating their research findings through critical dialogue.
Graduates from this programme will demonstrate mastery of knowledge in an area specific to the research topic and may find employment in jobs related to research, scientific analysis, tertiary level education, consultation and product development.
Field of Study:
Natural Sciences, Mathematics and Statistics
A bachelor’s degree in the field or related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 or equivalent, as accepted by the HEP Senate;
OR
A bachelor’s degree in the field or related fields or equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 and not meeting CGPA of 2.75, can be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment;
OR
A bachelor’s degree in the field or related fields or equivalent with minimum CGPA of 2.00 and not meeting CGPA of 2.50, can be accepted subject to a minimum of 5 years working experience in the relevant field and rigorous internal assessment
Candidates without a qualification in the related fields, or relevant working experience must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses determined by the HEP and meet the minimum CGPA based on (i) to (iii).
English Proficiency Requirement
International students: IELTS Band 5.5 / MUET Band 4 or its equivalent
List of Compulsory Courses/Modules Offered
For enquiries on our programme fees and funding, please fill up the form below or you may contact our Student Recruitment Division representative. We offer many funding opportunities to support students. Check out our Financial Assistance Page to find out more.
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| Public Holidays | Week start | Week end | Academic Week |
| 1 Jul | 6 Jul | Registration – 1 Jul (Mon) | |
| ** Orientation Week 2 – 6 Jul (Tue – Sat) | |||
| *8 Jul Awal Muharram | 9 Jul | 13 Jul | Week 1 – Class Starts (9 Jul) |
| 15 Jul | 20 Jul | Week 2 | |
| 22 Jul | 27 Jul | Week 3 | |
| 29 Jul | 3 Aug | Week 4 | |
| 5 Aug | 10 Aug | Week 5 | |
| 12 Aug | 17 Aug | Week 6 | |
| 19 Aug | 24 Aug | Week 7 | |
| 26-Aug | 31-Aug | Week 8 | |
2-Sep | 7-Sep | Week 9 | |
9-Sep | 14-Sep | Week 10 | |
16-Sep Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday & Malaysia Day | 17-Sep | 21-Sep | Week 11 |
23-Sep | 28-Sep | Week 12 | |
| 30-Sep | 5-Oct | Week 13 | |
| 7-Oct | 12-Oct | Week 14 | |
| 14-Oct | 16-Oct | Self Study | |
17-Oct | 19-Oct | Final Examination | |
| 21-Oct | 25-Oct | Final Examination | |
| 28-Oct | 29-Oct | Final Examination | |
| 31-Oct Deepavali | 30-Oct | 2-Nov | Semester Break |
| 1-Nov Sultan of Perak’s Birthday | |||
| 4-Nov | 9-Nov | Semester Break | |
| 11 Nov | 17 Nov | Semester Break |
* When a public holiday falls on Sunday, the holiday is substituted with the following working Monday/ working day
**Orientation (Jul 2024 sem) – Not compulsary for returning students
Note: The University reserves the right to amend as and when required
