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Master of Information Systems by Research

INTI International University & Colleges

Nilai, Malaysia
2 years
English
On campus
Master

About the program

Doctor of Philosophy in Information Systems (by Research) is a full-time 3-year PhD programme taught in English at INTI International University (Nilai).

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: no
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (0 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop foundational knowledge and practical skills related to Information Systems by Research.

Career outcomes

This programme prepares students for academic careers in colleges
Universities and high-level positions in government
Public and private sectors

Curriculum

36-month full-time programme. Modules include Research Methodology
Proposal Defense
Research Thesis Supervision
Viva Voce in the final year. Taught full time on campus in English at INTI International University (Nilai).

Entry requirements

Academic

Bachelor degree in the field or a related field with CGPA 2.75 (2.50 after assessment
Or 2.00 with relevant work experience); Prerequisite courses for unrelated degrees; Data Science needs CGPA 3.00.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor degree in the field or related field; CGPA 2.75 (2.50 or 2.00 with work experience, After assessment); Prerequisite courses if unrelated

Language tests

IELTS 5.5
TOEFL iBT 46

Documents you’ll need

Academic transcripts
Identification document
Application form
Language proficiency evidence where applicable

How to apply

Check the entry requirements and apply at least 2-3 months before the intake (). Submit the International Student Application Form and the application fee (amount ) to an INTI representative. Provide passport copies
Photos
Certified academic and English-test copies and the pre-arrival medical report. Receive the offer letter. INTI processes the EMGS student visa (about 6-8 weeks). Pay the prepaid fee (first-semester tuition plus miscellaneous fees) before the e-VAL is released. Collect the e-VAL and
If required
A Single-Entry Visa. Arrive
Pay the arrival and enrolment package (RM2
847) and enrol at the International Office.

Other costs

Tuition per year	RM20,234 MYR
Application fee	RM0 MYR
Deposit	RM1,500 MYR

Program details

Campus	INTI International University
Faculty or school	Faculty of Data Science and Information Technology
Department	Information Systems by Research
Teaching language	English
Credit value	36
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	0 year
Scholarship note	Potential institution scholarships may have separate eligibility and application requirements; Confirm availability for this program.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
3 Oct 2026
Closed
Program starts
May 2027
Apply by
31 Jan 2027
79 days left
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
3 Jun 2027
202 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.