Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Electrical & Electronic Engineering
(R3/523/8/0036) (12/29) (A8420)
Unleash your passion for research. Collaborate with different departments within the university and external research groups, universities and industries and push your research to the next level.
Programme Objectives
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Experts who are able to practice the knowledge acquired, conduct independent research and generate innovative and creative solution for research and scholarly activities in Electrical and Electronics Engineering related fields.
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Experts who promotes lifelong learning and are able to contribute to knowledge creation, innovation and creative solutions for the well-being and betterment of societies
Programme Outcomes
1. Demonstrate an in-depth scholarship of Electrical and Electronics Engineering area of research.
2. Contribute to original research to broaden the boundary of knowledge through thesis.
3. Construct critical analysis, evaluation and synthesis of new ideas.
4. Plan and perform independent research undertakings professionally, ethically and responsibly and to lead/supervise research project.
5. Internalise research finding & report to peers at level suitable for international publication.
6. Recognise the needs for continuing professional development.
7. Provide expert advice to the society in Electrical and Electronics Engineering area of research.
Programme Highlights
Core Specialisations:
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Power Systems & Renewable Energy
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Power Electronics and Electrical Drives
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Electronics & Embedded Systems
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Telecommunications & Signal Processing
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Instrumentation and Control
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Robotics and automation
Software & Tools
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Circuit Design & Simulation MATLAB/Simulink (System modeling, control systems, signal processing) PSpice (Analog/digital circuit simulation) LTspice IV (High-efficiency SPICE simulator) NI Multisim 13.0 (Circuit design and prototyping) Proteus Pro (PCB design and microcontroller simulation)
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Power Systems & Energy Management LVDAM-EMS 3.3 (Power system analysis and energy management) AutoCAD Electrical (Electrical control system design) ANSYS (Electromechanical and power system simulations)
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Embedded Systems & IoT LabVIEW (Data acquisition and embedded system development) EAGLE 5.2.0 (PCB design for embedded systems) Cadence (Advanced VLSI and PCB design)
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Telecommunications & Signal Processing Spectran V4 (RF spectrum analysis) MCS Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer (Wireless signal diagnostics)
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Industrial Automation & Control ICONICS (SCADA and industrial IoT platforms) VDS-2002 Remote Control Software (Industrial automation protocols)
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Advanced Simulation & Optimization Altair (Multiphysics simulation and optimization tools)
Industry Collaboration
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CREST
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Honeywell
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Huawei
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Infinecs Systems
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Infineon Technologies
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Intel
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MIMOS Bhd
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PETRONAS
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Schlumberger
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Siemens
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Starfive
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Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB)
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VitRox
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Yokogawa
Programme Details
Department: Electrical and Electronics Engineering Department
Intakes: January, May and September intake
Mode of Deliverance, Course Duration & Mode of Study: Full time and Part time research
Entry Requirements:
- Candidates must hold a Master Degree* in the relevant field OR equivalent from a recognized university.
- Bachelor’s Degree with first class OR minimum final CGPA 3.67/4.00 or its equivalent field from recognised university / institution & pass UTP internal rigorous assessment.
Note: Students with a bachelor’s degree qualification from a different discipline must undergo pre-requisite courses.
APEL A: APEL A Certificate (APEL T-7)
https://www2.mqa.gov.my/apel/
English Requirements:
Pass English requirement with a minimum score of:
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Engineering Programmes - IELTS - 5.0, TOEFL - 500
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Science/PhD. in Management/PhD. in Social Science & Humanities Programmes – IELTS – 6.0, TOEFL - 550
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Information Technology / Information Systems Programmes - IELTS – 6.0, TOEFL - 550
However, this requirement is waived if candidate;
Pre-requisite courses
Pre-requisite for Research Proposal Defence (RPD)
Estimated Total Cost Fee
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Local – RM14,601.00
- International – RM19,002.00
- One Time Fee & Other Related Fees
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Registration fee & Personal bond (Only applicable to international students) –
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Local: RM1,000.00
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International: RM5,200.00
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Research Methodology Fee (Local & International) – RM1,500.00
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Viva Voce Fee (Local & International) – RM3,000.00
Contact Information
Programme Leader
Ts. Dr. Ramani Kannan
Email: ramani.kannan@utp.edu.my
Direct Line: +6053687837
Academic Executive
Mr Md Fahmi Firdaus Bin Hashim
Email: fahmi.hashim@utp.edu.my
Direct Line: +6053687862
General Inquiries: Ms Nurul Asmira Sulaiman
Email: asmira.sulaiman@utp.edu.my
Direct Line: +6053688192
FAQs
1. How do I register for the programme?
You can register through
UTP Registry - Admission. Detailed guidelines and application procedures are available on the UTP website.
Click here:
UTP REGISTRY - ADMISSION
2. How do I find a potential supervisor?
Applicants can explore faculty profiles on the
Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering webpage to identify a supervisor whose research aligns with their interests. It is advisable to contact potential supervisors before applying.
Click here:
Directories staff
3. What is the tuition fee for the MSc/PhD programme?
The tuition fee structure varies for local and international students. You can check the latest fee details on the UTP official website under the
Postgraduate Fees section.
Click here:
https://utpdec.microsoftcrmportals.com/admission/
4. Are there any financial aid options available?
Yes, UTP offers scholarships, research assistantships, and industry-sponsored funding. Applicants can explore financial aid opportunities under the
Postgraduate Scholarships & Financial Aid section on the UTP website.
5. What are the research focus areas available in the MSc/PhD programme?
The programme covers key research areas, including
power systems, power electronics, renewable energy, signal processing, control systems, and communication engineering. Applicants are encouraged to align their research proposals with these domains.
