PhD (Education) by Research – ODL

The Doctor of Philosophy (Education) by Research – ODL program at SEGi University is tailored for educators seeking to elevate their careers and assume influential leadership roles in academia or industry. This program focuses on developing advanced research skills through meticulous supervision, structured methodologies, and the practical application of research projects customized to individual areas of interest.

SEGi University’s program features flexible scheduling, multi-campus access, and extensive academic and administrative support. Students gain 24/7 access to SEGi University’s digital library, which houses an extensive collection of resources, along with complimentary access to over 200,000 online courses. Additionally, online personalized one-on-one consultations ensure individualized guidance and support throughout the research journey.

A distinctive element of SEGi University’s program is the ‘Industry into Classroom’ approach, where students engage in coursework and assignments derived from real-world industry projects. This hands-on experience is further enriched through mentorship provided by both academic scholars and industry practitioners, offering a comprehensive understanding of how to translate theoretical knowledge into practical applications.

With a student body representing over 90 nationalities, SEGi University fosters a diverse and globally inclusive environment, encouraging cross-cultural learning and international networking. Accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency and the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia, the program adheres to high educational standards and is widely recognized both locally and internationally.

• A master’s degree in the field or related fields accepted by the University Senate; or
• Other qualifications equivalent to a master’s degree recognised by the Government of Malaysia.
• Candidates without a related qualification in the field/s or working experience in the relevant fields must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses determined by SEGi University.
• A Bachelor’s degree with the following conditions:

a. a bachelor’s degree in the field or related fields with first-class (CGPA of 3.67 or higher) or its equivalent from an academic or Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programme;

b. undergo internal assessment; and

c. any other requirements of the University

• Bachelor’s degree candidates who are registered for master’s degree programmes may apply to convert to the doctoral degree programmes subjected to the following conditions:

a. within 1 year for full time and within 2 years for part-time candidates;

b. having shown competency and capability in conducting research at doctoral level through rigorous internal evaluation by SEGi University; and

c. approval of the University Senate.

Year 1:

• Advanced Quantitative Research Methods
• Advanced Qualitative Research Methods
• Research Proposal and Seminar
• Research and Thesis

Year 2:

• Research and Thesis

Year 3:

• Research and Thesis