Overview

At University Putra Malaysia (UPM), the Tourism Doctoral Program encapsulates the essence of travel and hospitality. Designed to cater to the evolving landscape of the tourism industry, this program integrates economic principles with the nuances of tourism management. Students are exposed to a comprehensive curriculum that covers tourism economics, destination management, sustainable tourism practices, and the impact of global trends on the industry. Engage with renowned faculty members who bring a wealth of experience, and delve into research that contributes to shaping the future of tourism. UPM's commitment to a global perspective ensures that graduates are well-prepared to navigate the complexities of the dynamic tourism sector.

Key Features

Comprehensive Curriculum: Integration of economic principles with tourism management.
Sustainable Tourism: Emphasis on environmentally and socially responsible tourism practices.
Global Perspective: Exposure to international trends and challenges in the tourism industry.
Research Opportunities: Engage in cutting-edge research that contributes to the advancement of tourism studies.
Industry Collaboration: Connect with professionals and industry leaders for practical insights.

Programme Structure

Research areas include:

Tourism Economics
Destination Management
Sustainable Tourism
Cultural Tourism
Tourism Marketing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-03-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-31 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-10-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-07-31 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bandar Labuan, Malaysia

Disciplines

Tourism & Leisure View 5 other PhDs in Tourism & Leisure in Malaysia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Master's Degree by research in a field related to the Ph.D. program applied for; or
Master's Degree by coursework in a related field with a minimum CGPA of 3.000; or
Bachelor's Degree in a related field with a minimum CGPA of 3.75 or equivalent to a First Class Bachelor's Degree.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

12074 MYR / year

≈ 12074 MYR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

5374 MYR / year

≈ 5374 MYR / year

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Scholarships Information

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