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PhD New Energy Science and Engineering
About
The PhD program in New Energy Science and Engineering at Xiamen University Malaysia (XMUM) focuses on energy-related disciplines, including novel material design, optimisation, and applications. The program offers practical training in energy technology modules, including materials fabrication and characterisation. It aims to develop knowledge of chemistry, physics, and engineering fundamentals for commercially important energy applications. Their diverse research environment provides students with access to contemporary laboratories and equipment. Students can receive multidisciplinary knowledge and practical skills through speciality lectures, workshops, research seminars, and hands-on lab and analytical experience.
Key facts
| Qualification | Doctoral Degree (PhD) |
| Study mode | Full-time, Part-time |
| Duration | 3 years |
| Intakes | January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December |
| Tuition (Local students) | $ 20,299 |
| Tuition (Foreign students) | $ 23,683 |
Subjects
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Engineering
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Environmental Science
Duration
3 years
Tuition fees
| Description | Local students | Foreign students |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | $ 20,299 | $ 23,683 |
| Miscellaneous fees | $ 67 | Data not available |
| Total estimated cost of attendance | $ 20,367 | $ 23,683 |
| Estimated cost per year | $ 6,789 | $ 7,894 |
Miscellanous fees explained
Local students
| Description | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | $ 22 |
| Registration Fee | $ 45 |
Foreign students
| Description | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | $ 22 |
| Registration Fee | $ 45 |
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International Student Fee
International Student Fee is inclusive of Admin fee, EMGS fee, visa application, visa renewal, insurance. |
$ 563 |
| Security Deposit (refundable) | $ 225 |
| Hostel Deposit (refundable) | $ 112 |
| Hostel Application Fee | $ 22 |
Estimated cost as reported by the institution. There may be additional administrative fees. Please contact for the latest information.
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Admissions
Intakes
Entry Requirements
Any of these:
- A Master’s Degree in related science or engineering discipline
- Any other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government, with evidence of adequate related research or work experience and as accepted by the Senate
Candidates with a bachelor’s degree who are registered for master’s degree programmes may apply to convert their candidacy to the doctoral degree programmes within ONE (1) year after master’s degree registration, subjected to:
- a. The candidate’s competency and capability in conducting research at doctoral degree level
- b. Rigorous internal evaluation by the university
- c. Approval by the Senate.
English Proficiency Requirement (for International Students):
- IELTS 5.0
- CEFR High B1
- TOEFL with TOEFL Essentials (Online) 7.5 or TOEFL IBT: 40
- Cambridge English Qualifications 154
- PTE 47
- ELS 107
- MUET Band 3.5
Note: *For other equivalent qualifications, please consult our programme counsellor.
Curriculum
Main Courses:
- Research Methodology
- Graduate Seminar
- Research Thesis
- Chinese 1*
- Selected Topics on China
Research Areas:
- Catalysis
- Solar energy research
- Electrochemical energy storage research
- Piezoelectric energy research
- Energy materials simulation research
- Wave energy research
- Building-integrated photovoltaic, urban flows, heat and mass transfer, turbulence simulation research
- Petroleum chemical energy research
- Life cycle assessment, solid waste management, energy optimization research
- Low dimensional photonics and plasmonics, physical modelling of urban systems research
- Renewable and sustainable energy research
* Students with credits for Chinese courses in previous result slips (UPSR/STPM/UEC/A-Level/Foundation/Matriculation/Diploma/SPM/O-Level/HSK, etc.) can be exempted from Chinese 1.