Study PhDs in Science in Malaysia.
Biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, biotechnology, food science and the environmental sciences, from foundation through to research doctorates.
- Programmes
- 9
- Campuses
- 5
- Median total
- RM 53,677
- Lowest total
- RM 34,500
Tuition the universities list, from the 8 programmes priced as a ringgit total. Fees given per year, per semester or in US dollars are shown on each programme as given, not averaged.
- PhD by Research (Social Science Cluster)Universiti Putra Malaysia · PhDRM 34,500Total, up to 4 years
- PhD by Research (Science & Tech Cluster)Universiti Putra Malaysia · PhDRM 44,200Total, up to 4 years
- PhD Social Sciences and HumanitiesUniversiti Kebangsaan Malaysia · PhDRM 48,210Programme fee
- PhD (Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Bioscience) (Research Mode)Universiti Teknologi Malaysia · PhDRM 48,600Programme fee
- PhD Programme (KAED - Environmental Design Group B)International Islamic University Malaysia · PhDRM 53,677Programme fee
- PhD Programme (Environmental Design Group C)International Islamic University Malaysia · PhDRM 53,800Programme fee
- PhD Science and TechnologyUniversiti Kebangsaan Malaysia · PhDRM 58,710Programme fee
- PhD Programme (KAED - Environmental Design Group A)International Islamic University Malaysia · PhDRM 59,677Programme fee
- PhD (Applied Science) (By Research)Management & Science University · PhDUSD 25,478Programme fee · in US dollars
5 partner campuses teach science at phd level. The range is the ringgit totals they list.
What you would need.
- Academic
- A recognised Master's degree in a related field, plus a research proposal and, for most programmes, a supervisor willing to take you on.
- English
- Around CEFR B2 to C1 — commonly IELTS 6.0 to 6.5, or our placement test at PEP Level 5.
Read this first. This is the usual route to a programme at this level in Malaysia, not this university's published rule. The university sets the actual requirement and can vary it by intake — a counsellor confirms yours before you apply, free.
Not sure which one fits?
Send a counsellor what you have studied and what you want to do with it. They come back with the programmes on this page you actually qualify for, the English level each needs, and the intakes still open — free.
Or reach us directly — inquiry@premium.edu.my · +603 2740 0711
How much does it cost to study science in Malaysia?
Across the 8 of these 9 programmes priced as a ringgit total, tuition runs from RM 34,500 to RM 59,677, with a median of RM 53,677. The others are priced per year, per semester or in US dollars, and each shows its fee as the university gives it. These are the universities' fees and exclude the student visa, EMGS processing and medical, accommodation and living costs.
What do I need to get in?
A recognised Master's degree in a related field, plus a research proposal and, for most programmes, a supervisor willing to take you on. This is the usual route to a programme at this level in Malaysia, not this university's published rule. The university sets the actual requirement and can vary it by intake — a counsellor confirms yours before you apply, free.
What English level do I need?
Around CEFR B2 to C1 — commonly IELTS 6.0 to 6.5, or our placement test at PEP Level 5. Our free placement test establishes your CEFR level, and as an official English provider we can take you to the level the university asks for before you enrol.
Which universities teach science?
5 of our partner institutions do, including International Islamic University Malaysia, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Management & Science University. Each is listed on this page with what it charges.
Can I apply to more than one?
Yes — and you should. Shortlist the programmes that fit and send the list to a counsellor, who comes back with the ones you actually qualify for and the intakes still open. There is no fee to enquire.