The programmes offered at PhD and Masters Degree level are:
- PhD in Material Science
- PhD in Energy Studies
- Master of Science in Material Science by Research
- Master of Science in Energy Studies by Research
Entry Requirement for CAMES Programmes
Doctor of Philosophy Programme
PhD in Energy Studies & PhD in Material Science
Entry Requirements
- At least, a Master’s Degree in Material Science or equivalent Master’s degree in other related discipline (Chemistry, Physics, Biology and Engineering) from a reputable university is the minimum academic qualification required for entry.
- In exceptional cases, subject to the relevant UBD regulations for Degree of Doctor of Philosophy, an applicant with a First Class Honours degree or relevant qualifications from a recognized institution may be considered to register as a PhD candidate.
- Subject to the UBD regulations, depending on the merits of each case, a Master’s by research degree candidate in a relevant field at UBD may be considered for conversion to PhD candidature.
- A sound research proposal
- Shortlisted applicants may be interviewed on a case by case basis.
- Applicants must be able to demonstrate English language proficiency of at least grade C6 in English Language at GCE ‘O’ Level Examinations or a grade ‘B’ in IGCSE English (as a Second Language) or an IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 or TOEFL PBT minimum overall score of at least 550, or Band B2 in UBD English Proficiency Test (UBD-EPT). Note: TOEFL-ITP (Institutional TOEFL Program) and IELTS General are not accepted in UBD English language entry requirement.
Duration of Programme
- Full-Time: minimum 36 months, maximum 60 months
- Part-Time: minimum 48months, maximum 84 months
Start Date
August and January
Master of Science in Material Science by Research & Master of Science in Energy Sciences by Research
Entry Requirements
- At least, a second lower class Bachelor Degree in Materials Science or equivalent in other related discipline (Chemistry, Physics, Biology and Engineering) from a reputable university is the minimum academic qualification required for entry.
- Applicants must be able to demonstrate English language proficiency of at least grade C6 in English Language at GCE ‘O’ Level Examinations or a grade ‘B’ in IGCSE English (as a Second Language) or an IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 or TOEFL PBT minimum overall score of at least 550, or Band B2 in UBD English Proficiency Test (UBD-EPT). Note: TOEFL-ITP (Institutional TOEFL Program) and IELTS General are not accepted in UBD English language entry requirement.
- Work experience in relevant field will also be taken into consideration.
Duration of Programme
- Full-Time: minimum 12 months, maximum 24 months
- Part-Time: minimum 24 months, maximum 48 months
Start Date
August and January
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