Master of Science in Physics

Core Courses
1. Advanced Quantum Mechanics
2. Electrodynamics
3. Advanced Solid-State Physics
4. Research Methodology

Elective Courses (Take 2 Only)
1. Materials Characterization and Analysis I
2. Materials Characterization and Analysis II
3. Advanced Condensed Matter Physics
4. Elementary Particles
5. Nuclear Techniques and Analysis
6. Computational Space Physics
7. Scientific Computing
8. Semiconductor Devices
9. Laser-Matter Interaction
10. Advanced Fiber Optics
11. Mathematical Methods for Physics.

1. Competent and skilful in advanced areas of physics relevant to academic and industrial demands.
2. Equipped with ethics and professional skills to excel within a multicultural
working environment.
3. Contribute to organization or society by engaging with contemporary issues.

1. PLO1:
Integrate scientific concepts related to advanced theoretical and contemporary knowledge comprehensively in the field of physics.
2. PLO2:
Formulate solutions using different approaches in solving complex physics problems independently.
3. PLO3:
Use advanced/contemporary tools in the field of physics constructively in conducting scientific research or activities.
4. PLO4:
Demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively with different groups of people, as well as
respectful of the other’s identities and opinions.
5. PLO5:
Convey technical and scientific ideas confidently and accurately in various communication media using appropriate presentation style catering to
different groups of audiences.
6. PLO6:
Utilize a broad range of relevant digital technologies and software effectively to enhance quality of work.
7. PLO7:
Evaluate available tools or approaches to analyze and solve Physics issues efficiently.
8. PLO8:
Exhibit leadership qualities in the form of planning, efficient resource management and responsibility when completing a task or project.
9. PLO9:
Evaluate information from various sources independently in completing research work while sustaining the habit of autonomous learning.
10. PLO10:
Initiate entrepreneurial projects constructively.
11. PLO11:
Demonstrate adherence to legal, ethical, and professional codes of practice consistently in discussing academics, civics, local and global issues.

UTM Master’s Degree Entry Requirements (Local & International)
To be eligible for a Master’s by Mixed Mode program at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), applicants—both local and international—must meet the following requirements;

Academic Requirements

For First Class / Second Class Upper / Excellent Pass Bachelor's Degree
CGPA of 2.75 or higher (Scale of 4) or equivalent: No working experience required.
CGPA of 3.38 or higher (Scale of 5) or equivalent: No working experience required.
CGPA of 13.75 or higher (Scale of 20) or equivalent: No working experience required.
Percentage of 68.75% or higher: No working experience required.
1000 Marks of 687.5 or higher: No working experience required.

For Second Class Lower / Very Good Pass Bachelor's Degree
CGPA between 2.50 and 2.75 (Scale of 4) or equivalent: Subject to rigorous internal assessment.
CGPA between 3.13 and 3.43 (Scale of 5) or equivalent: Subject to rigorous internal assessment.
CGPA between 12.5 and 13.75 (Scale of 20) or equivalent: Subject to rigorous internal assessment.
Percentage between 62.5% and 68.75%: Subject to rigorous internal assessment.
1000 Marks between 625 and 687.5: Subject to rigorous internal assessment.

For Good Pass / Third Class Bachelor's Degree
CGPA below 2.50 (Scale of 4) or equivalent: 5 years of relevant work experience required.
CGPA below 3.13 (Scale of 5) or equivalent: 5 years of relevant work experience required.
CGPA below 12.5 (Scale of 20) or equivalent: 5 years of relevant work experience required.
Percentage below 62.5%: 5 years of relevant work experience required.
1000 Marks below 625: 5 years of relevant work experience required.

Admission through APEL (For malaysian candidates only)
Malaysian citizens with an APEL.A T7 certificate can be considered for admission (subject to faculty approval).
Visit https://apel.utm.my/ for more information about APEL certificate.

English Language Requirements (International Applicants Only)
If your previous degree was not conducted in English, you’ll need to meet UTM’s English proficiency standards. Accepted minimum scores include:
MUET Band 4.0
IELTS Band 6.0
TOEFL iBT score of 60
Pearson (PTE Academic) score of 59
Cambridge English score of 169 (B2 level)
Or completion of ELS Level 109 (CIEP)
If your score is lower, you’ll need to attend either UTM's Intensive English Programme (IEP) or ELS CIEP and complete up to Level 109.
Visit https://admission.utm.my/english-language-requirements-3/ for more information about English requirements.

Who’s Exempted?
You’re exempted from English tests if:
You finished high school or graduated from English-speaking countries (like the US, UK, Australia, Singapore, India, Nigeria, etc.).
You’re an undergraduate with international school, A-Levels, or IB qualifications.
You’re a postgraduate from Brunei, Indonesia, or other Malay-speaking countries and your thesis will be written in Malay (with approval).
For Islamic Civilization postgrads, thesis in Arabic is also allowed (with approval).

Linguaskill is a 100% online and computer-based test, which enables test takers to be remotely proctored and have their English competency levels tested wherever they are. However, we would like to inform you that UTM will only accept the Linguaskill Online language proficiency test results if the candidate registers for the test with a Malaysian test center specifically under SASBADI (Institution: MY959) which is the exclusive and authorized Linguaskill Agent by Cambridge Assessment English in Malaysia. The decision to use a VPN to register for the Linguaskill test with a Malaysian test centeris up to the individual student.
Candidates may click the link below to register for the Cambridge Linguaskill test: https://e4c.sasbadi.com/linguaskill/register/ra-utm1-c1

Health Requirements (International Students)
All international students must undergo a mandatory health screening upon arriving in Malaysia. You must be free from any infectious or contagious diseases, and if you're from a yellow fever endemic country, you must provide a valid immunization certificate. Without it, you may be subject to quarantine for up to 6 days.

UTM reserves the right to withdraw admission offers or terminate enrollment if a student is found to have serious health issues that may affect their academic progress.

Graduate of the programme can work as:
• Research officer – Research Institute, university, and industries
• Science Officer – Research Institute, university, and industries
• Physics Teacher – Schools and colleges
• Quality control officer – Industries
• Industrial materials scientist
• Material testing and analysis expert
OR
They can further their education by doing a PhD programme in the related field of study.

Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA)