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Doctor of Philosophy(Polymer Engineering) - MIN

Offered By: University Sains Malaysia(USM)

Course Fields: Engineering

Course Level: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Course Modes: Full Time

English Proficiency: IELTS

Course Duration: Min 4 semesters / Max 10 semesters

Course Intake: April , October

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Total Cost: RM 14,818.00

Fees Title Fees Amount
Tuition Fee ( per Semester) MYR 6,630.00
total MYR 6,630.00

University Fee:

Fees Title Fees Amount
Registration Fee MY 6,118.00
Student Visa MY 2,070.00
total MYR 8,188.00
Research in polymer engineering is focused in:
  • Development of new materials such as new thermoplastic elastomer materials based on natural rubber, bioactive composite materials, degradable plastics and production of new compatibIliser or coupling agent with the utilisation of the nation's diverse natural resources.
  • Preparation and characterisation of nano and natural filler-polymer composites such as development of cost effective modified polymer composites via incorporation of multi-component filler and high performance lignocelluloses/mineral fillers.
  • Polymer synthesis of new polymers, such as polysiloxane, water-soluble polymer, conducting polymer etc.
  • Various aspects of polymer processing and new technologies for recycling of various rubber and plastic waste.
Research Thrust Areas:
Polymer Engineering
  • Plastics
  • Rubber and Latex
  • Polymer Alloy and Blends
  • Polymer Composites
  • Polymer Waste Management
  • Biopolymers
  • Polymer Synthesis
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University Details:

University Sains Malaysia(USM)

Established as the second university in the country in 1969, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) was first known as Universiti Pulau Pinang. In 1971, USM moved from its temporary premises at the Malayan Teachers’ Training College, Bukit Gelugor to the present 416.6 hectare site at Minden, approximately 9.7 km from Georgetown. Read more

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