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DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is a doctoral degree offered by the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities. This is a research program, that has received full accredited by MQA (ref: MQA/FA14679) since 29th October 2018.

DURATION OF STUDY

The Master program is offered full-time or part time, with the part-time program is only applicable to local students. The study duration for a full-time program is 3 – 6 years, and 4 – 8 years for a part-time program.

SUPERVISORS

In this program, students are closely guided by their respective supervisors. The supervisory team usually consists of one main supervisor and one co-supervisor; they are selected from the academics of this faculty, or within or outside the University, who are experts in the student’s field of study. In some cases, a student may have more than two supervisors in his/her panel of supervisors. It is also common for students to have only the main supervisor with them.

FIELDS OF STUDY

The fields and sub-fields of study offered by FSSH consists of, but not limited to:

• Political Studies: Electoral studies, public administration, political economy, policy studies
• International Relations: Strategic and security studies, foreign policy studies
• Anthropology: Borneo ethnography, anthropology of development, medical anthropology, media anthropology, indigenous communities, cultural studies
• Social Work: Disability studies, criminology, social policy, youth studies
• Sociology: Community development, sociology of development, gender studies
• Development Studies: development and poverty studies, human geography and demographic studies, urbanisation and community development, planning and management
• Industrial and Employment Relations: Industrial sociology, labour studies, labour economics, labour law
• Geography Information System and Remote Sensing: spatial social science, spatial modelling

PASSING THE PROGRAMME

A student’s progress is evaluated through the submission of a progress report which is done twice a year. As part of the requirements to successfully graduate from this program, students are required to pass GSF7011: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY, pass their proposal defence, publish in Indexed journals, submit a full thesis for internal and external examinations, and pass their viva-voce examination. A student who has satisfied the Examination Committee for Postgraduate Studies in all aspects of their work is eligible for the award of the degree of Doctor of Philosophy.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

This program is open to graduates with a Master’s degree with a good pass from an approved university in an area relevant to the candidate’s proposed area of research. Other equivalent qualifications (apart than that mentioned above) may be accepted by the Senate.

ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS

For International students, a minimum IELTS Score of 5.0 or its equivalent (e.g., TOEFL – 525; Computer Test – 196; TOEFL Internet Test 69 – 70 or MUET Band 3) is required. This English requirement is as approved by Senate Nos. 04/2020 – 189.

TUITION FEES

To see the fees for Local and International students, please visit UNIMAS Centre of Graduate Study: https://www.postgrad.unimas.my/index.php/research-fees

For more information, kindly contact:

Dr Haslina Hashim Postgraduate Coordinator Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities Email: [email protected]

Or visit our FSSH Postgraduate Community website to learn more about the program: https://sites.google.com/view/postgraduatefssh/home

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Tips for Preparing Research Proposal Defense at UNIMAS

Before proceeding to proposal defense, candidate is required to present the research methodology. 

Here is the presentation rubric . 

Next, two internal examiners will be assigned to assess your oral proposal defense and the submitted Chapters 1-3.

Here is the rubric for proposal defense . 

Based on the CGS proposal defense report , you will be assessed on 

• Did the student clearly explain the research question and objectives?
• Did the student correctly relate literature with the context of his/her work?
• Did the student explain the methodology well?
• Is the research sound and feasible?
• Did the student understand the subject matter?

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Research programme, master by research programmes, entry requirements (as approved by senate nos. 04/2020 -189).

• A Bachelor degree with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 or equivalent, as accepted by the Senate; or
• A Bachelor degree or equivalent with at least CGPA of 2.50 and did not achieve CGPA of 2.75, may be admitted depends on rigorous internal evaluation, or
• A Bachelor degree or equivalent but with CGPA less than 2.50, may be admitted subject to a minimum of 5 years working experience in the relevant field.
• Other equivalent qualifications approved by the Senate.
• For international students, a minimum IELTS Score of 5.0 or its equivalent ( eg. TOEFL-525; TOEFL Computer Test-196; TOEFL Internet Test 69-70 or MUET Band 3) is required (as approved by Senate Nos. 01/2020 -186).

Duration of Study

The normal duration of study for a Master's degree (by research) is (2 - 4) years full-time or (3 - 6) years part-time.

PHD BY RESEARCH PROGRAMMES

Eligibility.

• A Master Degree with good pass from an approved university in an area relevant to the candidate's proposed area of research.
• Other equivalent qualifications approved by the Senate
• For international students, a minimum IELTS Score of 5.0 or its equivalent (e.g TOEFL-525; TOEFL Computer Test-196; TOEFL Internet Test 69-70 or MUET Band 3) is required (as approved by Senate Nos. 04/2020 -189)
• Direct Entry from Bachelor Degree Level to PhD by Research Programme
• A Bachelor’s Degree with minimum CGPA of 3.67 or equivalent, as accepted by Senate subject to rigorous internal assessment

For a PhD, the normal duration is (3 - 6) years full-time and (4 - 8) years part-time.

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A research proposal describes what you will investigate, why it’s important, and how you will conduct your research.

The format of a research proposal varies between fields, but most proposals will contain at least these elements:

Introduction

Literature review.

• Research design

Reference list

While the sections may vary, the overall objective is always the same. A research proposal serves as a blueprint and guide for your research plan, helping you get organized and feel confident in the path forward you choose to take.

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Research proposal purpose, research proposal examples, research design and methods, contribution to knowledge, research schedule, other interesting articles, frequently asked questions about research proposals.

Academics often have to write research proposals to get funding for their projects. As a student, you might have to write a research proposal as part of a grad school application , or prior to starting your thesis or dissertation .

In addition to helping you figure out what your research can look like, a proposal can also serve to demonstrate why your project is worth pursuing to a funder, educational institution, or supervisor.

Research proposal length

The length of a research proposal can vary quite a bit. A bachelor’s or master’s thesis proposal can be just a few pages, while proposals for PhD dissertations or research funding are usually much longer and more detailed. Your supervisor can help you determine the best length for your work.

One trick to get started is to think of your proposal’s structure as a shorter version of your thesis or dissertation , only without the results , conclusion and discussion sections.

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Writing a research proposal can be quite challenging, but a good starting point could be to look at some examples. We’ve included a few for you below.

• Example research proposal #1: “A Conceptual Framework for Scheduling Constraint Management”
• Example research proposal #2: “Medical Students as Mediators of Change in Tobacco Use”

Like your dissertation or thesis, the proposal will usually have a title page that includes:

• The proposed title of your project
• Your supervisor’s name
• Your institution and department

The first part of your proposal is the initial pitch for your project. Make sure it succinctly explains what you want to do and why.

Your introduction should:

• Introduce your topic
• Give necessary background and context
• Outline your  problem statement  and research questions

To guide your introduction , include information about:

• Who could have an interest in the topic (e.g., scientists, policymakers)
• How much is already known about the topic
• What is missing from this current knowledge
• What new insights your research will contribute
• Why you believe this research is worth doing

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As you get started, it’s important to demonstrate that you’re familiar with the most important research on your topic. A strong literature review  shows your reader that your project has a solid foundation in existing knowledge or theory. It also shows that you’re not simply repeating what other people have already done or said, but rather using existing research as a jumping-off point for your own.

In this section, share exactly how your project will contribute to ongoing conversations in the field by:

• Comparing and contrasting the main theories, methods, and debates
• Examining the strengths and weaknesses of different approaches
• Explaining how will you build on, challenge, or synthesize prior scholarship

Following the literature review, restate your main  objectives . This brings the focus back to your own project. Next, your research design or methodology section will describe your overall approach, and the practical steps you will take to answer your research questions.

To finish your proposal on a strong note, explore the potential implications of your research for your field. Emphasize again what you aim to contribute and why it matters.

For example, your results might have implications for:

• Improving best practices
• Informing policymaking decisions
• Strengthening a theory or model
• Challenging popular or scientific beliefs
• Creating a basis for future research

Last but not least, your research proposal must include correct citations for every source you have used, compiled in a reference list . To create citations quickly and easily, you can use our free APA citation generator .

Some institutions or funders require a detailed timeline of the project, asking you to forecast what you will do at each stage and how long it may take. While not always required, be sure to check the requirements of your project.

Here’s an example schedule to help you get started. You can also download a template at the button below.

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If you are applying for research funding, chances are you will have to include a detailed budget. This shows your estimates of how much each part of your project will cost.

Make sure to check what type of costs the funding body will agree to cover. For each item, include:

• Cost : exactly how much money do you need?
• Justification : why is this cost necessary to complete the research?
• Source : how did you calculate the amount?

To determine your budget, think about:

• Travel costs : do you need to go somewhere to collect your data? How will you get there, and how much time will you need? What will you do there (e.g., interviews, archival research)?
• Materials : do you need access to any tools or technologies?
• Help : do you need to hire any research assistants for the project? What will they do, and how much will you pay them?

If you want to know more about the research process , methodology , research bias , or statistics , make sure to check out some of our other articles with explanations and examples.

Methodology

• Sampling methods
• Simple random sampling
• Stratified sampling
• Cluster sampling
• Likert scales
• Reproducibility

 Statistics

• Null hypothesis
• Statistical power
• Probability distribution
• Effect size
• Poisson distribution

Research bias

• Optimism bias
• Cognitive bias
• Implicit bias
• Hawthorne effect
• Anchoring bias
• Explicit bias

Once you’ve decided on your research objectives , you need to explain them in your paper, at the end of your problem statement .

Keep your research objectives clear and concise, and use appropriate verbs to accurately convey the work that you will carry out for each one.

I will compare …

A research aim is a broad statement indicating the general purpose of your research project. It should appear in your introduction at the end of your problem statement , before your research objectives.

Research objectives are more specific than your research aim. They indicate the specific ways you’ll address the overarching aim.

A PhD, which is short for philosophiae doctor (doctor of philosophy in Latin), is the highest university degree that can be obtained. In a PhD, students spend 3–5 years writing a dissertation , which aims to make a significant, original contribution to current knowledge.

A PhD is intended to prepare students for a career as a researcher, whether that be in academia, the public sector, or the private sector.

A master’s is a 1- or 2-year graduate degree that can prepare you for a variety of careers.

All master’s involve graduate-level coursework. Some are research-intensive and intend to prepare students for further study in a PhD; these usually require their students to write a master’s thesis . Others focus on professional training for a specific career.

Critical thinking refers to the ability to evaluate information and to be aware of biases or assumptions, including your own.

Like information literacy , it involves evaluating arguments, identifying and solving problems in an objective and systematic way, and clearly communicating your ideas.

The best way to remember the difference between a research plan and a research proposal is that they have fundamentally different audiences. A research plan helps you, the researcher, organize your thoughts. On the other hand, a dissertation proposal or research proposal aims to convince others (e.g., a supervisor, a funding body, or a dissertation committee) that your research topic is relevant and worthy of being conducted.

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1.What are the research ethics committees in UNIMAS? We have the Animal Research Ethics Committee (AEC), Medical Research Ethics Committee (MREC) and Human Research Ethics Committee (Non-Medical) (HREC). All ethics committee are under the care of Deputy Vice Chancellor (Research & Innovation).

2.What is HUMAN RESEARCH ETHICS? Research ethics govern the standards of conduct for scientific researchers. It is important to adhere to ethical principles in order to protect the dignity, rights and welfare of research participants. As such, all research involving human beings should be reviewed by an ethics committee to ensure that the appropriate ethical standards are being upheld. Discussion of the ethical principles of beneficence, justice and autonomy are central to ethical review. (WHO, 2022)

3.What is the scope of HREC UNIMAS? HREC reviews research proposal involving human participants to ensure that they are ethically acceptable. The research projects are non-medical such as psychology, counselling, human management, or those in the relevant fields (see Buku Dasar Penyelidikan, Inovasi & Enterprise UNIMAS, pg. 15)

4.What are the levels of HREC? There are two levels of HREC: the Main Committee at the university and the Faculty level committee. The Main Committee will oversee the ethics clearance of high-risk studies and the Faculty level committee will evaluate the applications coming from low-risk studies. Your research is considered high risk if it has any of these criteria: (i) interventional study (see no. 6); or (ii) sensitive topic; or (iii) requires the participation of sensitive/vulnerable groups. Examples include (but not limited to) the elderly, women, children, disabled, ethnic minority, illegal people, or groups that deviate from social norms. A research may be considered low-risk if it does not carry any of the criteria above. Note that the Faculty level committee may refer your application to the Main Committee if it is felt that your research is more than low-risk. 5.Who are the members of HREC UNIMAS? The Main Committee consists of a Chair, selected Directors of research institutes, selected Deputy Deans Deputy Dean (Research and Innovation), a legal officer and other appointed members that the DVC (Research and Innovation) sees fit. The Secretariat of Main Committee is UNIMAS Publisher.

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