Postgraduate by Research

Doctor of Philosophy
(Electrical Engineering)

Become the researcher the future depends on.

Pursue an original line of inquiry under the guidance of UiTM's leading Electrical Engineering scholars. Publish indexed research. Defend a thesis that contributes to the discipline. Earn a doctoral title recognised across Asia and beyond.

Programme Code: EE950
★★★★★★
6-Star
Employability Rating 2024
Top 400
QS World Ranking by Subject 2025
MQA Accredited
Malaysian Qualifications Agency

Why Pursue Your PhD with FKE?

A doctorate is more than a credential — it's training in independent thought. At FKE, you'll find the supervision, infrastructure, and research culture that turns ambition into recognised contribution.

Globally Recognised Excellence

Study at a Top 400 QS-ranked institution by subject — a credential respected by universities and industry partners worldwide.

Strong Supervisory Foundation

At least two qualified supervisors guide every PhD candidate, with senior faculty bringing decades of research and industry experience.

Strategic Shah Alam Location

Located at UiTM's flagship Shah Alam campus — the centre of Malaysia's electrical engineering research, with access to industry partners across the Klang Valley.

What You'll Achieve

The PhD is a tangible outcome. By the time you complete the programme, you will have produced original research that meets international standards of scholarship.

2+
Indexed Publications
SCOPUS / WoS / MyCite as main or corresponding author
1
Doctoral Thesis
30,000 – 100,000 words of original research
Dr.
Doctoral Title
Conferred upon successful viva voce and Senate endorsement

Your Doctoral Journey

A clear, well-supported pathway from your first day of registration to convocation — typically completed in 4 years on a Graduate-on-Time track.

1
Apply & Register
Begin with a supervisor matched to your research interests
2
Defend Your Proposal
Within 12 months — your research direction takes shape
3
Conduct & Publish
Original research culminating in indexed publications
4
Submit & Defend Thesis
Viva voce with internal and external examiners
5
Convocation
Awarded the title of Doctor of Philosophy

Is This Programme for You?

The PhD is ideal if you are…

  • An engineer or researcher with a clear research question you want to investigate deeply
  • A Master's graduate looking to advance into academia or senior R&D roles
  • An industry professional seeking to formalise technical expertise with a doctoral credential
  • A practitioner aiming to publish and influence the field internationally
  • Self-directed, with strong written communication and analytical skills

You'll thrive here if you bring…

  • A relevant Master's qualification (or recognised equivalent)
  • Curiosity and a willingness to engage with the unknown
  • The discipline to manage a multi-year independent project
  • Openness to constructive critique from supervisors and examiners
  • Time commitment for full-time or part-time study (minimum 2.5 years)

A Track Record of Graduates

FKE's postgraduate community is active and productive — with regular cohorts completing viva voce examinations and conferments throughout the year.

Real Researchers. Real Outcomes.

Our postgraduate office consistently supports candidates through every viva-voce cycle. Recent semesters have seen dozens of PhD and MSc candidates successfully defend their theses across diverse Electrical Engineering specialisations.

158
PHD CANDIDATES ENROLLED
4 yr
GRADUATE-ON-TIME TARGET
RESEARCH POSSIBILITIES

Where You Can Study

The EE950 PhD programme is available across five UiTM campuses nationwide — choose the location that best fits your career, family, and research network.

Shah Alam
Main Campus
Pasir Gudang
Permatang Pauh
Kota Samarahan
Dungun

Funding Your Doctoral Studies

UiTM offers a range of funding opportunities and financial assistance schemes to support PhD candidates throughout their research journey.

UiTM Postgraduate Teaching Assistant
UPTA
UiTM Endowment Scholarship
Endowment
Conference Support Fund
CSF
Journal Support Fund
JSF
Postgraduate Mobility Fund
Mobility
Zakat for Postgraduate
Zawaf UiTM
UiTM EMKAY Scholarship
EMKAY
Yayasan Budiman & Other Foundations
External
Note: Eligibility and application requirements vary by scheme. For full details and application procedures, please refer to the IPSIS Financial Support portal.

Ready to Begin?

Take the first step toward becoming a Doctor of Philosophy. Applications open through the UiTM Study portal — start your conversation with a potential supervisor today.

Pejabat Pentadbiran  : +603-5543 5677/ 5131
Pejabat Hal Ehwal Akademik  : +603-5543 5107/ 5015/ 5072
Pejabat Hal Ehwal Pelajar  : +603-5543 5414/ 5112
Pejabat Penyelidikan dan Jaringan Industri : +603-5543 5079/ 5012

Faculty of Electrical Engineering
Kompleks Kejuruteraan Tuanku Abdul Halim Mu'Adzam Shah
Universiti Teknologi MARA
40450, Shah Alam
Selangor, Malaysia

Phone Number : +603-5544 4210