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PhD · Education

Doctor of Education

at City University Malaysia

City University Malaysia (Petaling Jaya, main campus), Petaling Jaya, Selangor

Details last verified 27 Oct 2026. The source and date of each figure are shown beside it.

Course at a glance

University
City University Malaysia
Campus
City University Malaysia (Petaling Jaya, main campus), Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Study level
PhD
Field
Education
Discipline
Education
Duration
36 months
Study mode
Full-time
Qualification
Doctor of Education
Faculty
Faculty of Education & Liberal Sciences
Intakes
January, May, September
Tuition
Total tuition (standard price): MYR 66,600Total tuition (promotional price): MYR 35,280
Entry requirements
Academic: ii) Other qualifications equivalent to a Master’s Degree (Level 7, MQF) recognised by the Government of Malaysia.English: MUET (Band) · minimum score 3.5

Details last updated 27 Oct 2026. Each figure is explained, with its source, in the sections below.

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About this course

The Doctor of Education programme is a rigorous doctoral programme designed for experienced professionals in the field of education pursuing educational leadership roles. This advanced program provides students with the opportunity to develop their expertise, enhance their leadership skills, and make a significant impact in the field of education through research, scholarship, and practice. This programme is committed to producing educational leaders who can shape and transform educational policies, practices, and systems.

How this course fits

Other study levels of Education at City University Malaysia

Fees

  • Total tuition (standard price)

    Standard 2026 tuition for the whole programme, as published by City University. Excludes the resource fee and other university fees. All City University fees are subject to 6% SST.

    MYR 66,600

    Applies to: International students

    Source: official document · retrieved 24 Sep 2026

  • Total tuition (promotional price)

    Special promotional tuition for intakes from 1 Feb to 31 Dec 2026, only for students from South and Southeast Asia, Africa (except Nigeria), Central Asia and the Middle East (except UAE, Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain). Excludes the resource fee and other university fees. All City University fees are subject to 6% SST.

    MYR 35,280

    Applies to: International studentsfrom 1 Feb 2026 to 31 Dec 2026

    Source: official document · retrieved 24 Sep 2026

  • Application fee

    One-time application fee, paid with the first payment. All City University fees are subject to 6% SST.

    MYR 1,000

    Applies to: International students

    Source: official document · retrieved 24 Sep 2026

  • Other compulsory fee

    One-time international student fees: EMGS visa collection RM2,940, international fee RM8,000 and completion processing fee RM1,000. All City University fees are subject to 6% SST.

    MYR 11,940

    Applies to: International students

    Source: official document · retrieved 24 Sep 2026

Fees are set by the university and can change. Check the source and date beside each figure.

Intakes

  • January

    Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

  • May

    Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

  • September

    Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

Entry requirements

  • Academic

    i) A Master’s Degree [Level 7, Malaysian Qualifications Framework (MQF)] in the field or related fields accepted by the Higher Education Provider (HEP) Senate; OR

    Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

  • Academic

    ii) Other qualifications equivalent to a Master’s Degree (Level 7, MQF) recognised by the Government of Malaysia.

    Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

  • Academic

    iii) Candidates without a related qualification in the field/s or working experience in the relevant fields must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses determined by the HEP.

    Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

  • English language

    English requirement for international students: MUET (Band) 3.5

    MUET (Band) · minimum score 3.5

    Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

Study guides

Quick answers about this course

When can I start Doctor of Education?

Intakes stored for this course: January, May and September. Intakes can change, so confirm the date before you apply.

How long does Doctor of Education take?

36 months, full-time, as stored for this course.

How much does Doctor of Education cost?

Total tuition (standard price): MYR 66,600; Total tuition (promotional price): MYR 35,280. Fees are set by the university and can change; the Fees section gives the source and the date of each figure.

What English score do I need?

Stored for this course: MUET (Band), minimum score 3.5. The Entry requirements section has the full wording.

Where is it taught?

City University Malaysia (Petaling Jaya, main campus), Petaling Jaya, Selangor.

How do I apply, and which documents are needed?

The Entry requirements section on this page lists what the university has stated. You can also ask a Zawqari advisor on WhatsApp.

Interested in this course?

A Zawqari advisor can answer your questions on WhatsApp. We aim to respond within about 30 minutes; this is not guaranteed.

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