PhD

PhD of Behavioural and Social Science

International Medical University

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
3 years
English
On campus
PhD

About the program

A three-year research doctorate supervised by IMU academics.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Apply psychological concepts to human behaviour and wellbeing. Interpret research evidence. Use appropriate assessment and communication skills. Apply ethical reasoning. Develop evidence-informed recommendations for relevant settings.

Career outcomes

Psychology Practitioner
Behavioural Health Specialist
Research Assistant
Community Services Officer
Program Coordinator

Curriculum

Research degree: supervisory committee and proposal
Proposal defence for IMU ethics approval
Data collection and mid-term review
Data analysis and thesis writing
Publication preparation
Then viva voce. Compulsory research modules sit alongside the thesis.

Entry requirements

Academic

Master's degree accepted by the Senate
Or exceptional bachelor (first class
CGPA 3.67+) after assessment
Research proposal and IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

Accepted academic background

Master's degree (or equivalent accepted by the Senate), Exceptional bachelor graduates (CGPA 3.67+) by internal assessment, Master's candidates may convert.

Language tests

IELTS 6.0
TOEFL iBT 60
PTE Academic 59

Documents you’ll need

Passport or Government Photo ID
Academic Transcripts and Qualification Certificates
English Proficiency Results (where applicable)
CV or Résumé (where requested)
Academic or Professional References (where required)
Research Proposal (if required by department).

How to apply

Review the entry requirements for Doctor of Philosophy in Behavioural and Social Science at IMU University (formerly International Medical University). Prepare your academic records and any research proposal or references required for this doctoral program. Submit your application through the institution's admissions process. Provide language evidence and pay an application fee if required. Await the admissions decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year	RM31,376 MYR
Application fee	RM500 MYR
Deposit	RM1,500 MYR

Program details

Campus	IMU campus, Bukit Jalil
Faculty or school	Postgraduate Studies
Department	Behavioural and Social Science
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	Flexible
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	Scholarship availability is indicated in the source dataset. Eligibility, Award amounts and application dates must be confirmed through the institution.

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 3 years.