Overview

The research topics from the Phd in Sustainable Development (By Research) degree offered by Sunway University will cover many complex issues and theories related to sustainable development, from the science of climate change and ecosystems to sustainable economics, social progress, management, public policies, environmental practices and governance.

Key facts

Students can select any of the key dimensions of sustainable development and undertake in-depth research to develop insights, theories and practical solutions to help advance the sustainability agenda.

Areas of Research

Economics and sustainable development
Education reform and social progress
Sustainable infrastructure, transportation and mobility
Urban sustainability
Corporate strategies and operations
Public policy and sustainable development
Solid and hazardous waste management
Political institutions, group conflicts, and democracy
Climate change adaptations
Renewable energy

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Economics and sustainable development

Finance and sustainable development

International economics, finance and investments

Social progress and social inclusion

Sustainable infrastructure, transportation and mobility

Urban sustainability

Land-use system

Corporate strategies and operations

Social entrepreneurship

Public policy and sustainable development

Trade and sustainable development

Solid and hazardous waste management

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-14 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00

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International: Email the University before applying. All application document are to be submitted to International Office at least 8week before the intake date

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

50

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Disciplines

Sustainable Development Risk Management Environmental Management

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

50

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Master’s Degree in a related field as accepted by the University Senate; OR

Other qualifications equivalent to a Master’s degree as accepted by the University Senate.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

14829 USD / year

≈ 14829 USD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

13297 USD / year

≈ 13297 USD / year

Additional Details

RM59,980 for Malaysian students

Living costs

Kuala Lumpur

Malaysia

2210 - 3815 MYR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Kuala Lumpur

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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