Study PhD in Education at University of Nottingham Malaysia in Malaysia, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
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What will I learn?

This course allows students to become both independent researchers and experts in their chosen specific area of Education. UNM offers high-quality doctoral training at the School of Education where applicants will have a strong background in research of their chosen discipline (see our areas of strength below). Students should be highly motivated and enthusiastic with an inquisitive mindset.Why choose this programme?As a school, we are committed to improving and investigating transformative and effective practices in Education. You will study in a supportive, dynamic and inclusive environment with an international team from across the globe. Many of our colleagues are research active with ongoing national and international research grants.Course content3 main research strands1. Education for Sustainability and InclusivitySustainability and Climate Change Education, Adaptation and MitigationSustainable Schools, Higher Education Institutions and CommunitiesIndigenous FuturesEcopedagogogyWhole School/Whole Institution ApproachesEducation and the SDGs for interdisciplinary solutionsLiving LabsWhole School/Whole Institution ApproachesSchool EcologyInclusive PedagogyAlternative CurriculumCritical PedagogyEarly InterventionDiversity and MulticulturalismCreative Pedagogy2. Education for STREAM and DigitalisationBlended, Flipped and Hybrid LearningEngineering EducationMaker CultureTechnology-Enhanced Teaching and LearningMultimodalitye-PLC (Personal Learning Community)Educational Leadership and Management3. Education for Language Learning SciencesEnglish Language and LiteracyEarly Language Development and DisorderScience of ReadingVocabulary DevelopmentMultilingualismTranslanguagingContent and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL)CareersOur graduates embark on successful careers within both education and academia. Many also branch out using their acquired leadership skills to work with international organisations and NGOs.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences

Study options

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees
RM58,000.00 (US$ 13,192) per year
Not Available

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

Expected July 2027

Start date

September 2026

Venue

University of Nottingham Malaysia

Jalan Broga,

Semenyih,

Selangor,

43500, Selangor, Malaysia

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
RM58,000.00 (US$ 13,192) per year
Not Available

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

31/07/2027

Start date

September 2027

Venue

University of Nottingham Malaysia

Jalan Broga,

Semenyih,

Selangor,

43500, Selangor, Malaysia

Entry requirements

For international students

A masters degree, normally with a merit grade (or international equivalent) in a relevant discipline, and some experience in research methodology (e.g., postgraduate level dissertation or research project), plus an upper second-class honours degree (2:1) or international equivalent. Non-UK qualifications will be assessed against this standard.ORA first-class honours degree (or international equivalent) in a relevant discipline, with some experience in research methodology (e.g., dissertation or research project). Non-UK qualifications will be assessed against this standard.Direct admission with a first-class honours degree is at the discretion of the School and is subject to the Schools evaluation of the applicants competency level.IELTS: 7.0 (with no less than 6.0 in each element)TOEFL (iBT): 100 (minimum 19 in Writing and Listening, 20 in Reading and 22 in Speaking)PTE (Academic): 76 (with no less than 65 in each element)
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About University of Nottingham Malaysia

The University of Nottingham Malaysia offers students the rigour and academic quality of a UK education in an Asian setting.

  • Ranked 97th globally (QS World University Rankings 2026)
  • Opportunities to study abroad at the UK or China campuses
  • Internationally recognised UK degrees awarded
  • State-of-the-art facilities and research opportunities

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