Doctor of Philosophy (Engineering) (By Research)
PhD Degree
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Duration
3 years
Study Format
On Campus
No. of Student Mentors
71
Total Tuition Fees
43,200 MYR (Approx)
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Duration
3 years
Study Format
On Campus
No. of Student Mentors
71
Total Tuition Fees
43,200 MYR (Approx)
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ABOUT THIS PROGRAM
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Engineering programme has been designed to provide students with in-depth knowledge in various fields of specialization to enable them to formulate questions and plan and carry out research in their respective subject areas. The candidates would be able to conduct a high-level research and address complex technical questions and challenge the established knowledge and practices on the respective subjects. The PhD candidates would be capable enough to evaluate the work of others as well, at the same level. The candidates will also evaluate the application of different techniques in the subject areas and shall contribute to the development of new theories, new knowledge and new methods in the respective subject area.
For successful completion of PhD degree in LUC, each candidate should publish minimum of Four research articles in scopus indexed journals, with Lincoln affiliation.
KEY INFORMATION
Degree
PhD
Language
English
Location
Malaysia
Intake Start Date
Nov 2025
Study Format
On Campus
Duration
3 years
Program Highlight
Standard Program
Total Semester
6
Total Tuition Fees
43,200 MYR (Approx) / in total
Application deadline
Nov 2025
ABOUT UNIVERSITY
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Students
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About Lincoln University College
Lincoln University College (LUC), located at Petaling Jaya, Malaysia was established in the year 2002 as Lincoln College (LC) and later upgraded to Lincoln University College in the year 2011. Lincoln University College is one of the premier private institutions of higher education approved by the Ministry of Higher Education and Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA- National Accreditation Board). The University College is also crowned with 5 Star ranking by the Ministry of Higher Education, Malaysia Consecutively in 2017 and 2019. Our promise to the stakeholders that we shall hold this position forever. Lincoln University College is listed among the top nine Malaysian universities according to the Times Higher Education (THE) University Impact Rankings 2019 (2021). LUC is also an ISO 9001:2015 certified academic institution. Lincoln University College is also the associate member of the ‘Association of Indian Universities (AIU)’, Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU), London and a member of ‘International Association of Universities (IAU)’, Paris.
The founders and administrators of Lincoln are true academicians who are committed to helping the students to achieve their potential in the education, research and employment world of this exciting new millennium. They bring together almost fifty years of higher education, post-secondary education and language teaching experience. Their backgrounds include teaching, research and professional training. The main focus of Lincoln University College is student-centred and student-directed. Our philosophy is that everyone has a claim to education to better their life, advance their career and reach their desired level of personal success.
Vision
To be an acclaimed institution of higher learning that provides world class education with high capability in providing knowledgeable and skillful professional to serve the global society.
Mission
The mission of Lincoln University College is to become a truly global university with risk-based approach that enhances lifelong learning opportunities, practical and scientific skills, social values, leadership and entrepreneurship by harnessing information technology along with artificial intelligence to create a noble human society.
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PROGRAM STRUCTURE
Master’s Level Subjects and Elective Research Areas
Core Subjects
Sl.No. MQA Subject Code Subject Name Credits
1 PEN 101 Research Methodology 3
2 PEN 102 Computer Applications 3
3 DISSERTATION ON ANY ONE OF THE FOLLOWING AREA NA
PHDE 101 – CIVIL ENGINEERING: Research Work (Choose any one topic)
1 Structural Engineering
2 Off-Shore Structural Engineering
3 Highway & Transportation Design Engineering
4 Environmental Engineering and Management
5 Geotechnical Engineering
6 Water Resources Engineering
7 Urban Planning Engineering
8 Town & Country Planning Engineering
9 Hydraulic Engineering
10 Geotechnical Engineering
11 Architectural Engineering
12 Wastewater Engineering
13 Sustainable Engineering
14 Advanced Seismic Technology Engineering
15 Non-Seismic Methods Engineering
16 Advanced Engine Development Engineering
17 Construction And Project Management Engineering
18 Manufacturing System Optimization Engineering
19 System Level Integration Engineering
20 Infrastructure Systems Engineering
21 Construction Engineering Management
22 Rock Physics Engineering
PHDE 102 – MECHANICAL ENGINEERING: Research Work (Choose any one topic)
1 Deep Reservoir (High Pressure High Temperature) Engineering
2 Cementing Technology Engineering
3 Flow Assurance Engineering
4 Drilling Optimization Engineering
5 Drilling Fluid and Completion Engineering
6 Mechanical Systems Design Engineering
7 Vehicle Design Engineering
8 Friction Stir Welding Engineering
9 Metallurgical Engineering
10 Instrumentation Engineering and Control
11 Printing Engineering
12 Modeling, Simulation, And Visualization Engineering
13 Integrated Basin Analysis Engineering
14 Reservoir Characterization, Modeling & Simulation Engineering
15 Carbonate Reservoir Characterization Engineering
16 Carbonate Sedimentology, Diagenesis and Sequence Stratigraphy Engineering
17 Energy Systems Engineering
18 Production & Industrial Engineering
19 Energy And Sustainability Engineering
20 Engineering Management
PHDE 103 – ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING: Research Work (Choose any one topic)
1 Geographical Information System (GIS) Engineering
2 Communications Engineering
3 Sensor Technology Engineering
4 Energy Utilization & Power System Engineering
5 Electronic System Design Engineering
6 Power Electronics Engineering
7 Power Systems Engineering
8 Microelectronics Engineering
9 Computer Engineering
10 Computer Architecture Engineering
11 Intelligent Imaging Engineering
PHDE 104 – CHEMICAL ENGINEERING: Research Work (Choose any one topic)
1 Ionic Liquid Engineering
2 Bio-Fuel Engineering
3 Material Development Engineering
4 Advanced Process Control Engineering
5 Process System Engineering
6 Process Safety Engineering
7 Oil Field Chemical Engineering
8 Petroleum Engineering
9 Catalysis Engineering
10 Reactor Technology Engineering
11 Unconventional Hydrocarbon Engineering
12 Petrochemical Engineering
13 Petroleum Geosciences Engineering
14 Separation Engineering
15 Advanced Materials and Processing Engineering
16 Biochemical Engineering
17 Bioengineering
18 Enhanced Oil Recovery Engineering
19 Corrosion And Reliability Engineering
TUITION FEES
Tuition fees
43,200 MYR (Approx) / in total
Application fees
5,850 MYR
Application fee cannot be refunded.
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ADMISSIONS PROCESS
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1. **Application Form:**
Students must fill out an application form available at the Admission Office or apply online via the official Lincoln University College website.
2. **Documents Submission:**
Submit the completed application form along with required documents such as:
* Certified true copies of academic transcripts and certificates
* Photocopy of IC or passport
* Passport-sized color photographs
* Proof of English proficiency
* Health and medical certificate
* Statement of purpose
* Letters of recommendation (depending on the program)
3. **Application Fee Payment:**
A crossed cheque, money order, or bank draft for the first payment is to be submitted with the application or after receiving the offer.
4. **Offer Letter:**
After review, the university sends an offer letter for admission that the student should keep.
5. **Tuition Fee Payment:**
Pay the first-year fees after visa approval but before arrival in Malaysia. (Full first-year fee payment is required for international students.)
6. **Student Visa:**
Apply for a student visa for Malaysia after payment.
7. **Arrival:**
Once the visa is obtained, students can arrange their travel to Malaysia.
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Possible Career Pathway
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Engineering programme is in high demand for employers in a variety of industries. It provides students with thorough knowledge of relevant engineering subjects by equipping the students with a skills, knowledge and abilities that are applicable to the workplace and beneficial to the PhD candidate. Some possible career options are:
-Lecturer/Professor
-Testing Engineer
-Patent Engineer
-Technology Transfer Specialist
-Engineering Consultant
-Design Engineer
-Research and Development Engineer
-Project Engineer
-Product Development Engineer
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