PhD Programmes (APU)

PhD Programmes at Asia Pacific University (APU), Malaysia

Available PhD Programmes

• PhD in Computing
• PhD in Technology
• PhD in Management
• PhD in Finance
• PhD in Engineering
• Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)

Duration & Study Modes

• Full-time: Minimum 3 years, up to 5 years
• Part-time: Minimum 4 years, up to 6 years

Research Support

• Dedicated research supervisors
• Access to APU’s PhD Title Bank
• Participation in seminars, workshops, and colloquiums
• Academic support for journal publications and research tools

PhD in Technology (On-Campus)

Specialisation areas include:

• Artificial Intelligence
• Cyber Security
• Big Data
• Cloud Computing
• Internet of Things (IoT)
• Natural Language Processing
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Malware Analysis
• Green Computing

Entry Requirements: A Master’s degree in relevant field and IELTS 6.0 for international applicants.

PhD in Management (On-Campus)

This programme includes dual accreditation with an award in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice.

Specialisation areas include:

• Strategic Management
• Digital Transformation
• Green Business
• International Human Resource Management
• Entrepreneurship and Innovation
• Corporate Social Responsibility

Entry Requirements: Master’s degree and IELTS 6.0 (international students)

Online / Distance Learning (ODL) PhD Programmes

• PhD in Computing (ODL)
• PhD in Technology (ODL)
• PhD in Management (ODL)

These programmes are delivered via online platforms with flexible pacing. They include online supervision, research methodology training, and final dissertation with a viva voce.