Master of Philosophy Field of Research : Physics
Programme Overview
Max: 4 Years
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The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Physics programme at the Department of Physics, Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), provides advanced research training for aspiring physicists and educators seeking to deepen their expertise in cutting-edge areas such as quantum materials, photonics, nanotechnology, and theoretical physics. Designed for graduates with a strong foundation in physics, this programme emphasizes original research under the supervision of world-class faculty, fostering skills in experimental design, data analysis, and scientific communication. The MPhil equips students with the theoretical and practical tools to tackle real-world challenges, preparing them for PhD pursuits, academic careers, or industry roles in technology and innovation.
All research students must enrol in Research Methodology (USCP 6013) and at least one of the University’s General Courses (subjected to courses offered in each semester listed in SPS website).
1. Knowledgeable and skilful in catering to knowledge-intensive industries in the field of Physics through application of research and innovation skills
Berpengetahuan dan mahir dalam memenuhi industri pengetahuan intensif dalam bidang Fizik melalui penerapan kemahiran penyelidikan dan inovasi.
2. Competent to advice and solve on contemporary issues and proposed new solutions and innovations for development and advancement in the field of Physics.
Kompeten untuk memberi nasihat dan menyelesaikan isu kontemporari, serta mencadangkan penyelesaian
dan inovasi baru untuk pembangunan dan kemajuan dalam bidang Fizik.
3. Equipped with professional skills critical to excel within a multicultural, transnational work and learning environment.
Dilengkapi dengan kemahiran profesional kritikal untuk cemerlang dalam persekitaran kerja pelbagai budaya, transnasional dan pembelajaran.
1. Integrate and generate in-depth relevant knowledge independently using innovative techniques, tools and skills for decision-making to manage and resolve a complex problem in the field of Physics as a basis for research.
Mengintegrasikan dan menjana pengetahuan berkaitan secara mendalam menggunakan teknik, alat dan kemahiran yang inovatif untuk membuat keputusan bagi mengurus dan menyelesaikan masalah yang kompleks dalam bidang Fizik sebagai asas penyelidikan.
2. Construct a critical and innovative solution for complex problems or issues in the field of Physics through research using the latest development techniques and skills.
Membina penyelesaian untuk masalah atau isu yang kompleks dalam bidang Fizik secara kritikal dan inovatif melalui penyelidikan menggunakan teknik dan kemahiran yang terkini.
3. Devise standard research methodology that is based on the forefront knowledge and latest development in the field of Physics to solve research problems with reasonable degree of originality.
Merangka metodologi penyelidikan yang standard berdasarkan pengetahuan terkehadapan dan perkembangan terkini dalam bidang Fizik untuk menyelesaikan masalah penyelidikan dengan tahap keaslian yang bersesuaian.
4. Demonstrate effective collaboration with peers, scholarly communities and society at large in the relevant field of expertise and research.
Mempamerkan kerjasama yang berkesan dengan rakan sebaya, komuniti ilmiah dan masyarakat umum dalam bidang kepakaran dan penyelidikan yang berkaitan
5. Communicate the knowledge, skills, ideas clearly using appropriate methods to peers, experts, and non-experts through various mediums.
Menyampaikan pengetahuan, kemahiran, dan idea dengan jelas menggunakan kaedah yang sesuai kepada rakan sebaya, pakar, dan bukan pakar melalui pelbagai medium.
6. Use a broad range of suitable digital technologies, media, and software to design, manage, analyse and report research studies.
Menggunakan pelbagai teknologi digital, media dan perisian yang sesuai untuk merancang, mengurus, menganalisis dan melaporkan kajian penyelidikan.
7. Demonstrate skills in designing, planning evaluation activities, and analysing numerical and graphical data using quantitative or qualitative tools in solving problems.
Menunjukkan kemahiran mereka bentuk, merancang aktiviti penilaian, serta menganalisis data berangka dan bergrafik menggunakan alat kuantitatif atau kualitatif dalam menyelesaikan masalah.
8. Demonstrate leadership, autonomy and responsibility in conducting and managing own research and resources.
Mempamerkan kepemimpinan, autonomi dan tanggungjawab dalam menjalankan dan menguruskan penyelidikan dan sumber secara kendiri.
9. Demonstrate the ability to manage and enhance own self-advancement for academic development, professional development and research skills using lifelong learning strategies.
Mempamerkan keupayaan untuk mengurus dan meningkatkan kemajuan diri dalam perkembangan akademik, profesional dan kemahiran penyelidikan menggunakan strategi pembelajaran sepanjang hayat.
10. Develop potential commercialisation research output.
Membangunkan hasil penyelidikan yang berpotensi untuk dikomersialkan.
11. Demonstrate adherence to legal, ethical and professional codes of practice in the field of Physics and research activities.
Menunjukkan kepatuhan kepada kod amalan undang-undang, etika dan profesional dalam bidang Fizik dan aktiviti penyelidikan.
i. A bachelor’s degree in the field or related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 or
equivalent, as accepted by the HEP Senate; or
ii. A bachelor’s degree in the field or related fields or equivalent with a minimum CGPA of
2.50 and not meeting CGPA of 2.75, can be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment;
or
iii. A bachelor’s degree in the field or related fields or equivalent with minimum CGPA of
2.00 and not meeting CGPA of 2.50, can be accepted subject to a minimum of 5 years working
experience in the relevant field and rigorous
internal assessment.
iv. Candidates without a qualification in the related fields or relevant working experience must
undergo appropriate prerequisite courses determined by the HEP and meet the minimum
CGPA based on (i) to (iii).
Research Officer in universities, research institutes, or private industries.
Science Officer supporting R&D in government labs or tech firms.
Physics Teacher or Lecturer at secondary schools and colleges.
Quality Control Officer in manufacturing.
Industrial Materials Scientist analyzing semiconductors, optics, or nanotechnology for electronics companies.
Data Analyst or Scientific Computing Specialist in tech or finance, leveraging physics modelling skills.
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