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Engineering & Applied Sciences · PhD

Doctor of Philosophy Urban and Regional Planning (Research)

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM)

Program overview

The Doctor of Philosophy in Urban and Regional Planning (Research) at UTM University Malaysia is part of a diverse range of doctorate programs offered by the faculty, which includes architecture, quantity surveying, and transportation planning These programs are fully research-based, allowing students to conduct original research under the guidance of experienced supervisors who hold PhDs

This structure enables students to delve deeply into urban and regional planning topics, contributing meaningful research that addresses contemporary challenges in the field.

Entry Requirements

  • A Master’s Degree from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia or any other Institutions of higher learning recognised by the Senate.

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g.,,Other qualifications equivalent to a Master’s degree , etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.

Curriculum

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Research Areas:

URBAN AND REGIONAL PLANNING

  • Rural Planning
  • Tourism Planning
  • Housing and Community Planning
  • Regional Planning
  • Geographic Information System
  • Spatial Modelling
  • Urban Morphology
  • Spatial Analysis for Social Issues
  • Remote Sensing Applications
  • Environmental Planning
  • Low Carbon Society/City
  • Climate Change
  • Urban Design
  • Urban Development and Management

Entry requirements

PhD: a master's degree and a research proposal.

Typically IELTS 6 or equivalent (TOEFL / PTE). Some universities offer a preparatory English program if you haven't reached the score yet.

Exact requirements vary by program, and an English certificate such as IELTS or an equivalent may be required.

Career opportunities

  • Project engineer
  • Design engineer
  • Maintenance engineer
  • Engineering consultant

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