Overview
Since about 71% of the Earth’s surface is covered by water, these aquatic ecosystems are the major environment and ecosystems on Earth.
Features
- By doing research on this area, students will be applying the basic principles of aquatic science, and will be able to analyse, synthesize and evaluate the experimental data and information objectively.
- Research in Aquatic Biology at University Sains Malaysia also involves practical experience in aquatic sampling inventory and various field and lab-based measurement techniques.
- Management and sustainable utilization of aquatic resources for various ecological and economic importance will also be emphasized.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Aquaculture
- Limnology
- Marine Ecology
- Oceanography
- Coastal Ecosystems
- Plankton Ecology & Productivity
- Aquatic Animal Disease
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
- Part-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
Language
Delivered
Disciplines
Biology View 11 other PhDs in Biology in MalaysiaAcademic requirements
English requirements
Student insurance
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- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- A Master’s degree in related area with CGPA 3.00/4; or
- A Master’s degree in related area with CGPA 2.50-2.99/4 with additional requirements; or
- Bachelor’s degree in related area with minimum CGPA 3.67/4 (fast-track to PhD)
Tuition Fee
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International
11816 MYR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 5908 MYR per semester during 24 months. -
National
6700 MYR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3350 MYR per semester during 24 months.
International (USD) - 1,250
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