Highlights
Tuition fee
66248 MYR / year
59980 MYR / year
Unknown
Tuition fee
66248 MYR / year
59980 MYR / year
Unknown
Duration
36 months
Duration
36 months
Apply date
Anytime
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Apply date
Anytime
Unknown
Start date
Anytime
Unknown
Start date
Anytime
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Campus location
Subang Jaya, Malaysia
Campus location
Subang Jaya, Malaysia
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

This Philosophy in Education, PhD course from Sunway University is designed to foster your independent thinking and deep expertise in your research area.

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Overview

The Philosophy in Education , PhD degree delivered by Sunway University you will engage in advanced research, critical analysis, and scholarly enquiry guided by our expert faculty, renowned for their contributions to various educational fields. These educators will mentor you, offering valuable insights and supporting your research efforts to ensure you develop essential skills for making impactful contributions.

Join Sunway University's vibrant research community and become part of a collaborative network that includes diverse research centres and dedicated groups. Supported by top-tier expertise and facilities, our programme will nurture you into a leader capable of conducting transformative research. This synergy between innovative research domains and a supportive community will equip you to drive significant advancements in the field of education.

This Doctor of Philosophy in Education programme is ideal for: 

  • Experienced educators with a Master's degree in Education and a strong research foundation, seeking to make a significant contribution to the field.
  • Educational professionals seeking a career shift into high-level research or educational policy development.
  • Aspiring academic leaders with a passion for shaping the future of education through groundbreaking research.

Career opportunities:

  • Academician / Lecturer
  • School principal
  • Head Faculty
  • School Director
  • Kindergarten Teacher
  • Teacher
  • Corporate Trainer
  • Year Level Coordinator
  • Student Engagement Lead
  • Student Experience Lead
  • Education Manager
  • Head of Department

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Qualitative Research Methodology

  • Research Proposal and Thesis Writing

  • Generative Al for Research

  • SPSS for Beginners

  • NVivo for Beginners

Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
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Rolling Intake

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • Subang Jaya, Malaysia

What students do after studying

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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

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

  • A Master's Degree (Level 7 Malaysian Qualifications Framework, MQF) as accepted by the HEP's Senate; OR
  • Other qualifications equivalent to a Master's Degree (Level 7, MQF), as accepted by the HEP Senate.
English Competency Requirement for International Student
  • Achieve a minimum score of 6.0 for International English Language Testing System (IELTS) OR its equivalent.
  • Sunway postgraduate application form

  • ONE(1) certified true copy of Identity Card (NRIC) / Passport Information Page (for International Students)*.

  • Statement of research interest.

  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)

  • Certified true copy of English Language qualification (IELTS, TOEFL, MUET, Others).

  • Certified true copies of completion certificates (if available).

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Tuition Fees

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

    Non-residents
    66248 MYR / year
    66248 MYR / year
  • Domestic

    Citizens or residents
    59980 MYR / year
    59980 MYR / year

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Philosophy in Education.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program

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U.S. government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship

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ServiceScape
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 MYR
Deadline
03 Dec 2027
Malaysia International Scholarship

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Malaysian Government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based

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educations.com
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based

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Admit Lab
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
Need-based

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Leopold Figl Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
$1,500 Annual Students’ Presentation Crafting Scholarship

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme

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The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
20 May 2026
PlagiarismSearch Essay Contest
Merit-based

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PlagiarismSearch
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid

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American Association of Petroleum Geologists Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship

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IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available

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