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PhD · Accounting

Doctor of Philosophy in Accounting

at Universiti Kuala Lumpur

UniKL BIS (Business School), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur

Details last verified 3 Oct 2026. The source and date of each figure are shown beside it.

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Course at a glance

University
Universiti Kuala Lumpur
Campus
UniKL BIS (Business School), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Study level
PhD
Field
Business
Discipline
Accounting
Duration
3 years
Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy in Accounting
Faculty
UniKL Business School
Intakes
January, July
Tuition
Annual tuition: MYR 5,500Tuition per semester: MYR 2,750
Entry requirements
Academic: A master’s degree in accounting or related field as accepted by the UniKL SenateEnglish: IELTS · minimum score 6English: TOEFL PBT · minimum score 550

Details last updated 3 Oct 2026. Each figure is explained, with its source, in the sections below.

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About this course

Accounting programme at PhD by research produces graduates with an in-depth knowledge and capabilities to carry out research with incremental contributions to accounting knowledge and facilitate policy initiatives by relevant policy makers.

How this course fits

Other study levels of Accounting at Universiti Kuala Lumpur

Fees

  • Annual tuition

    Tuition fee for international students, per year. Tuition only (international student); excludes visa processing; subject to SST 6% and to change. MQA ref: N/344/8/0492 MQA/PSA 14117.

    MYR 5,500

    Applies to: International students

    Source: official website · retrieved 3 Oct 2026

  • Tuition per semester

    Tuition fee for international students, per semester. Tuition only (international student); excludes visa processing; subject to SST 6% and to change. MQA ref: N/344/8/0492 MQA/PSA 14117.

    MYR 2,750

    Applies to: International students

    Source: official website · retrieved 3 Oct 2026

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

Intakes

  • January (January intake)

    Source: official website · retrieved 3 Oct 2026

  • July (July intake)

    Source: official website · retrieved 3 Oct 2026

Entry requirements

  • Academic

    A master’s degree in accounting or related field as accepted by the UniKL Senate

    Source: official website · retrieved 3 Oct 2026

  • English language

    IELTS 6.0 or equivalent, for international applicants

    IELTS · minimum score 6

    Source: official website · retrieved 3 Oct 2026

  • English language

    TOEFL PBT 550.0 or equivalent, for international applicants

    TOEFL PBT · minimum score 550

    Source: official website · retrieved 3 Oct 2026

Quick answers about this course

When can I start Doctor of Philosophy in Accounting?

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

How long does Doctor of Philosophy in Accounting take?

3 years, as stored for this course.

How much does Doctor of Philosophy in Accounting cost?

Annual tuition: MYR 5,500; Tuition per semester: MYR 2,750. 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: IELTS, minimum score 6; TOEFL PBT, minimum score 550. The Entry requirements section has the full wording.

Where is it taught?

UniKL BIS (Business School), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur.

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.

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