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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Petroleum Engineering
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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Petroleum Engineering

Source: https://www.utp.edu.my/Pages/Admission/Postgraduate/PhD/PhD-in-Petroleum-Engineering.aspx Parent: https://www.utp.edu.my/Pages/Students/Prospective%20Files/Programme-Offered.aspx

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Postgraduate

Admission

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Petroleum Engineering

(R3/524/8/0017) (12/29) (A8317)​​

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Introduction\

Venture into ground breaking, multidisciplinary research and work with professors and research teams from other institutions. Get set for advanced specialist research training, independent thought, critical analysis, effective communication and expert knowledge of the discipline.\

Programme Objectives

  1. Experts who are able to practice the knowledge acquired, conduct independent research and generate innovative and creative solution for research and scholarly activities in Petroleum Engineering related fields.
  2. 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

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Programme Outcomes

PLO 1 Contribute to original research to broaden the boundary of knowledge through thesis.

PLO 2 Demonstrate an in-depth scholarship of Engineering area of research.

PLO 3 Provide expert advice to the society in Engineering area of research.

PLO 4 Plan and perform independent research undertakings professionally, ethically and responsibly                      and to lead/supervise research project.

PLO 5 Internalise research finding & report to peers at level suitable for international publication.

PLO 6 Construct critical analysis, evaluation and synthesis of new ideas.

PLO 7 Recognise the needs for continuing professional development.

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Programme Highlights

  1. Enhanced Oil Recovery

  2. Oil Field Chemical

  3. Flow Assurance

  4. Drilling Optimisation

  5. Drilling Fluid & Completion

  6. Cementing Technology

  7. Deep Reservoir

  8. High Pressure High Temperature

  9. Unconventional Hydrocarbon

  10. Reservoir Modelling and Simulation

  11. Petroleum Production Enhancement

  12. Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)

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Programme Details

​Department:  Petroleum Engineering Department​\

Intakes: January, May, and September

Mode of Deliverance:

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E*ntr*y Requirements

i.    Candid​​ates must hold a Master Degree* in the relevant field OR equivalent from a recognized university.

ii. Candidates to enrol  in Engineering/ Engineering Technology & Computing programmes but having  qualification from different disciplines must undergo pre-requisite courses.

iii. *Master degree must be equivalent to Malaysian Qualifications Framework, Level 7 Master’s Degree.

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\ English Requirements

• Pass English requirement with a minimum score of:

• Engineering Programmes -  IELTS - 5.0, TOEFL - 500

• Science/PhD. in Management/PhD. in Social Science & Humanities Programmes – IELTS –            6.0,  TOEFL - 550

• Information Technology / Information Systems Programmes - IELTS – 6.0, TOEFL - 550

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However, this requirement is waived if candidate;

• have obtained Bachelor / Master or other relevant degree from Malaysian recognized institution whereby all courses are fully conducted in English or;

• a native of an English speaking countries or;

• graduated from English speaking countries institutions

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Pre-requisite courses

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Estimated Total Cost Fee\

​​​MALAYSIA​N   ​ ​ ​ ​
Research Progression Fees ​ ​ Masters (RM) PhD (RM)
Full Time Part Time Full Time Part Time
Annuall​y ​​​​
Engineering & Geoscience 7,600 2,020 12,200 2,400
Semester Fee  (Annual Amount) 2,400 1,200 2,400 1,200
​​​O​ne Time   ​ ​ ​
Research Methodology 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500
Examination & Viva (Final Semester) 1,800 1,800 3,000 3,000

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On-boarding Fee (for both Research and Masters by Coursework & Dissertation) Malaysian (R​​M) International (RM)
Personal Bond - 3,000
Registration 1,000 2,200
TOTAL 1,000 5,200​

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Notes:

  1. The above fees for Research are on an annual basis. However, the fees will be aggregated and charged every semester

  2. RM3000 refundable personal bond, or deposit is required from all international students.

  3. All fees are correct at the time of this page for the current intake year. The Management of UTP reserves the right to revise fees as and when required.\

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Other Related Fees

PARTICULARS LOCAL
Application Fee/ Processing Fee RM 50
Registration Fee​​​ RM 1000

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*Research Attachment Opportunity*

​​Available through supervisors using research grants

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Career Prospects

Postdoctoral Researcher, Lecturer, Research Scientist, Consultant, Product Development Specialist, Innovation Specialist etc​

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Programme Curriculum Structure and Programme Module Synopsis

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COURSE CODE​ COURSE TYPE SEMESTER COURSE NAME
SNB5032/ RAM5013 NR 1 Research Methodology
PCD6001/CCD6001 Core 1 Research Proposal Defence
Core 1 Research Progress 1 (PhD) - Research Progress 1 (PhD) 39
PCC6000 / CCC6000 Core 4 Research Completion Seminar (PhD)
PCV6001/CCV6001 Core 4 Viva Voce

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Contact

Programme Leader

AP Dr Mysara Eissa Mohyaldinn Elhaj

Email: mysara.eissa@utp.edu.my

Direct Line: +6053687057

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Academic Executive

Ms. Nini Nabila Bt Razman

Email: nini.razman@utp.edu.my

Direct Line: +6053687090

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General Inquiries

Ms Nurul Asmira Sulaiman

Email: asmira.sulaiman@utp.edu.my

Direct Line: +6053688192

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FAQ

1. Can a student with a non engineering background be accepted for MSc in Petroleum Engineering?

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Yes, students from a non engineering background (especially those from science backgrounds) can enrol in MSc in Petroleum Engineering by research. However, they need first to take a few prerequisite courses (typically two courses) before formally being registered as MSc students.

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2. What type of fundings a student may receive to do his MSc or PhD by research at UTP?

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There are different options for receiving funding to financially support MSc and PhD study by research at UTP. The internal funding include Graduate Assistantship (GA) and Graduate Research Assistantship (GRA).

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3. What is the difference between GA and GRA?

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GA is a scholarship scheme where UTP sponsors qualified students from the university financial resources. UTP allocates an annual budget for the GA scheme to pay for the tuition fees and monthly stipends.

GRA is a funding scheme where students are sponsored by their respective supervisors through different research grants offered by national, international, and industrial funders.

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