UPM-UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM DUAL PHD DEGREE PROGRAMME

» UPM-UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM DUAL PHD DEGREE PROGRAMME

The DDP with Nottingham is a Dual PhD Degree in areas offered by both universities such as Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, Computer Science, Life Sciences, Economics, Politics, History, Science, Education, and Language. The PhD degree programme is developed and quality assured by both UPM and Nottingham. Upon completion of the DDP, students will be awarded two certificates, one from UPM and one from The University of Nottingham.

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How long does it take to complete the programme?

The programme takes three to four years (six to eight semesters) to complete. You are required to spend at least one year at UPM and at least 18 months at Nottingham (either in the UK or at the Malaysia Campus). Students will register at the Malaysia Campus but can spend up to one year in the UK.

What are the benefits?

The programme enriches the international study and experience of PhD candidates. Students get to work in two universities and have access to the latest research equipment and facilities. Students will also gain from the knowledge and experience of the department and research groups from both UPM and Nottingham. The Dual PhD Degree programme not only facilitates international experience and networking, it offers a more substantial association and real collaboration in research supervision. It provides PhD students with an unforgettable international experience and personal and professional links at the start of their career. The cost of gaining an overseas experience through this programme is also much lower compared to what it would cost to enroll on a PhD programme overseas. A student registering at one institution must also register at the partner institution and pay tuition fees relevant to the place of study (UK fees while studying in the UK and Malaysia fees while studying in Malaysia).

What can I study?

You can specialise in any of the following programmes, or any other programme which is offered at both UPM and Nottingham:

Engineering
Biomedical Sciences
Computer Science
Life Sciences
Economics
Politics
History
Science
Education
Language

How much is the tuition fee?

Tuition fee if enrolled at UPM

	Cluster	Amount (RM) Per Semester
Local Students	Medical	3,800.00
	Science	3,500.00
	Social Science	3,000.00
International Students	Medical	8,800.00
	Science	8,000.00
	Social Science	7,000.00

Tuition fee if enrolled at Nottingham

Nottingham Standard Fees will be charged. For fee details,
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How much is the processing fee and how do I pay?

The processing fee for international students is USD63.60 (or equivalent). For local applicants, the processing fee is MYR63.60.

Methods of Payment:

Please note that a copy of the payment transaction must be attached with your application for our reference.

(A) Cash	Payment by cash can be made at the CIMB Bank counter.
(B) Online / Bank Draft	Direct your payment to: U.P.M. Collection Account, A/C No: 8002155042 CIMB, UPM Branch, Serdang, Selangor Malaysia.
(C) Electronic Fund Transfer (From Outside Malaysia)	Bank Account No. : 8002155042 Bank Name : CIMB BANK BERHAD Account Name : U.P.M. COLLECTION Bank Branch : UPM, SERDANG Swift Code : CIBBMYKL
(D) Credit Card	We accept Visa, MasterCard and American Express. Please download the Authorization Form. After you have filled up the form, please fax the form to +603-89472048 or email it to bursar.student_pg@upm.edu.my.

What are the entry requirements?

Typically, if you hold a recognised UK or Malaysian Master’s degree or its equivalent, or a UK 2:1 (upper second class honours) or above Bachelor’s degree (or the international equivalent), then you are eligible for the programme.

You are also required to fulfil the minimum English language requirement. Each discipline will have its own requirements, but typically, you need to obtain at least Band 6.5 for IELTS (minimum 6.0 for each component).

How do I apply?

Download and fill out the following forms: