What is overseas education?

Overseas education is leaving your home country and going abroad to pursue further education. Through overseas education, you can avail of long-term degree courses as well as short-term certificate courses to learn a language or upskill yourself.

How to get a scholarship to study abroad?

If you are aiming to study abroad, identify your career goals, look for relevant courses and universities abroad, know the tuition fees and other expenditures, prepare well for the entrance exams, apply to shortlisted universities, accept the offer letter from the desired university, apply for a student visa and get ready to jet off!

The best way to study abroad for free is to avail of full-funded scholarships or university grants. The fully-funded scholarships are typically awarded to students who excel in academics or extracurricular activities and cover their tuition fees, travel expenses, accommodation, and other living expenses.

How to study abroad for free?

To get an education loan for studying abroad, you need to have the admission offer letter from the university and fulfill the eligibility criteria for securing the loan. In order to get an education loan at the best rate of interest, seek guidance from a reputed study-abroad consultant.

How to get an education loan for studying abroad?

Choose to study abroad to leverage better learning opportunities, see the world, meet new people, boost your resume, develop a broader perspective, become culturally competent, and avail yourself of lucrative job opportunities globally.

How to go abroad for studies?

The best way to go abroad for studies is to get in touch with reputed study-abroad consultants. They can help you explore courses aligned with your academic interests, guide you in preparing for entrance exams, help you with university and student visa applications, and even provide post-arrival assistance.

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Become a Visionary Leader: Doctor of Philosophy in Education at Sunway University!

Pursue your passion for education with a Doctor of Philosophy in Education at Sunway University! Our doctoral programme is designed to foster your independent thinking and deep expertise in your research area. You will engage in advanced research, critical analysis, and scholarly enquiry guided by our expert faculty, renowned for their contributions to various educational fields. These educators will mentor you, offering valuable insights and supporting your research efforts to ensure you develop essential skills for making impactful contributions.

Join Sunway University’s vibrant research community and become part of a collaborative network that includes diverse research centres and dedicated groups. Supported by top-tier expertise and facilities, our programme will nurture you into a leader capable of conducting transformative research. This synergy between innovative research domains and a supportive community will equip you to drive significant advancements in the field of education.

This Doctor of Philosophy in Education programme is ideal for:

Experienced educators with a Master’s degree in Education and a strong research foundation, seeking to make a significant contribution to the field.
Educational professionals seeking a career shift into high-level research or educational policy development.
Aspiring academic leaders with a passion for shaping the future of education through groundbreaking research.

Starting your journey towards a Doctor of Philosophy in Education at Sunway University marks a thrilling step forward in your educational and professional development. We are committed to making the application process as seamless and straightforward as possible. For detailed information about the application steps and the necessary documents, contact us at [email protected]. We’re here to help guide you every step of the way.

Programme Structure

Research Methodology

In addition to the thesis component, students will be required to take Research Methodology to enhance their knowledge in research.

Thesis

Students pursuing the PhD (Education) programme shall undertake an in-depth study on a particular research topic, the findings of which shall be submitted in the form of a thesis. The thesis must be defended in an oral examination, called viva voce.

Professional Development Activities

Workshops

To support our postgraduate students in their research journey, we provide a comprehensive and enriching learning experience through a strategic combination of workshop series and research colloquium. The workshop series aims to enhance practical research skills through hands-on sessions, fostering collaboration among students and addressing research challenges collectively. The tailored content delivery will cater specifically to the unique needs of educational research, covering areas such as skill acquisition, literature review techniques, methodologies, and ethical considerations. We also include a workshop on generative artificial intelligence (AI), equipping you with cutting-edge skills relevant to the demands of 21st-century teaching and learning.

There are nine (9) series of workshops that postgraduate students can attend before embarking on thesis writing. The first six (6) series of workshops are compulsory and the last three (3) series of workshops are optional.

Workshop 1: Introduction to Research
Workshop 2: Reviewing the Literature
Workshop 3: Research Purpose, Research Objectives, Research Questions and Hypotheses
Workshop 4: Quantitative Research Methodology
Workshop 5: Qualitative Research Methodology
Workshop 6: Research Proposal and Thesis Writing
Workshop 7: Generative AI for Research
Workshop 8: SPSS for Beginners
Workshop 9: NVivo for Beginners

Areas of Research

We have a team of dedicated Supervisors with expertise in areas of research including (but not limited to):

Sustainable Educational Technology

Human Computer Interaction in Education

Educational Psychology

Educational Management and Leadership

Continuous Professional Development

Educational Development and Innovations

Curriculum and Instruction

Classroom Practices in Higher Education

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements

A Master’s Degree (Level 7 Malaysian Qualifications Framework, MQF) as accepted by the HEP’s Senate; OR
Other qualifications equivalent to a Master’s Degree (Level 7, MQF), as accepted by the HEP Senate.

English Competency Requirement for International Student

Achieve a minimum score of 6.0 for International English Language Testing System (IELTS) OR its equivalent.

Academic Staff

At the School of Education, we take pride in our exceptional faculty, a team of dedicated educators and researchers at the forefront of their fields. Our lecturers have a wealth of practical experience in classrooms and a passion for educational innovation. They are not only dedicated to teaching future educators but also actively engaged in groundbreaking research that shapes educational practices and policies. This unique blend of experience and expertise ensures you will learn from the best and gain insights directly from those who are influencing the future of education.

The current academic staff consist of the following members:

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Malissa Maria Mahmud

Assoc. Prof. Dr Malissa Maria Mahmud is passionate about fostering inclusive, equitable, and lifelong access to high-quality education opportunities for all. Her research explores a broad spectrum of topics in instructional technologies, with a particular focus on post-pandemic modalities. Over the course of her professional career, she has received acclaim for her valuable contributions, presenting and publishing in esteemed conferences and journals. Notably, she has received accolades for research excellence and has been acknowledged for her excellence in teaching.

Her research areas include sustainable educational technology, human computer interaction in education, open educational resources, and m-learning.

Dr Ahmad Faizuddin

Dr Ahmad Faizuddin (S.Pd.I, M.Ed, PhD) is a professional with extensive experience in education, management, and leadership. Currently, he is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Educational Development and Innovation, School of Education, Sunway University, Malaysia. He is passionate about writing and actively produces articles for journals and newspapers. His areas of interest include educational management and leadership, continuous professional development, educational development and innovation, curriculum and instruction, foundations of education, early childhood education, Islamic studies, teaching and learning, and community development.

His research areas include educational management and leadership, continuous professional development, educational development and innovation, and curriculum and instruction.

Dr Farah Naaz Abd Yunos

Dr Farah is an English ESL instructor, English lecturer, and trainer with over 17 years of experience. She has trained teachers from MARA as well as corporate clients. Training areas include General English and basic Communication Skills for local as well as corporate clients. She also has training experience in the aviation industry. She has designed various English and communication courses for both the education and aviation sectors. Her research interests are in continuous professional development and classroom practices in higher education. She is a member of MELTA (Malaysian English. Currently, Farah teaches English for Business.

Her research areas include continuous professional development and classroom practices in higher education.

Application Procedure

Applicants are requested to send the completed application with the following supporting documents to [email protected].

i. Sunway postgraduate application form
ii. ONE(1) certified true copy of Identity Card (NRIC) / Passport Information Page (for International Students)*.
iii. Statement of research interest.
iv. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
v. Certified true copy of English Language qualification (IELTS, TOEFL, MUET, Others).
vi. Certified true copies of completion certificates (if available).
vii. Certified true copies of relevant academic qualifications/results:
– Pre-University / Diploma
– Degree
– Master (If applicable)
– Other Evidence of prior Studies
viii. Documentary evidence (if financed by scholarship/sponsorship/study loan).
ix. ONE(1) passport-size photograph (size 3.5cm x 4.5cm).

Research Statement

The research statement should comprise between 1,000 and 1,500 words (excluding references), and covers the following structure:

1. An appropriate title for the research project (designated supervisor if known)
2. Introduction and justification of the study, which includes
i. Research background
ii. Problem statement
iii. Research objective(s)
iv. Research question(s)/hypothesis
3. Literature review
4. Research methodology
5. Proposed research schedule
6. List of references