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Research overview

We offer high-quality doctoral training to postgraduate students who wish to pursue an MPhil, MRes or PhD. As a research student, you will work under a supervisor who will assist you in your research and thesis design. 

 

How to apply for MPhil/PhD

If you are interested in applying to do an MPhil or PhD with the Institute of Work, Organisation and Wellbeing, we would recommend that you contact us and discuss your research project proposal with the relevant supervisor in the first instance. You can then visit our applications pages to find out how to apply.

Course content

Our current areas of research include:

  • Generation Gap at Work and its Implications
  • Occupational Health and Wellbeing
  • Organisational Change and Development and Employees’ Coping Behaviour
  • Psychology of Family Firms, Entrepreneurship and Innovation
  • Work Life Balance and Work Family Conflict
  • Human Resource Management and Development 
  • Applications of AI in Education Settings

Entry requirements

All candidates are considered on an individual basis and we accept a broad range of qualifications. The entrance requirements below apply to 2026 entry.

PhD

A good master’s degree (usually merit or higher) in a relevant discipline related to applied psychology, plus a second-class honours degree (2:1) in a relevant discipline. A master’s degree in psychology, or a degree with an element of psychology, is highly advantageous. Non-UK qualifications will be assessed against this standard.

MPhil 

An upper second-class honours degree (2:1) in a relevant discipline. Non-UK qualifications will be assessed against this standard.

Before starting an online application, applicants are required to carefully read, review, and understand the Compliance with MQA Standards and Programme Standards, as well as the Checklist for application.

Applicants must possess a degree awarded by a recognised university.

Faculty-Specific Requirements

  • Faculty of Science and Engineering: A qualification in a related field is usually necessary for admission to postgraduate programmes.
  • Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences: Consideration may be given to those whose previous degree is in a different discipline if they have relevant work experience and can supply further supporting documents as outlined in the application checklist.

In instances where additional evaluation is required, applicants may be invited to participate in an interview.

These guidelines are intended as a general reference; eligibility is confirmed following submission and assessment of a complete application.

IELTS (Academic):

6.5 (with no less than 6.0 in each element)

TOEFL (iBT):

 90 (minimum 19 in Writing and Listening, 20 in Reading and 22 in Speaking)

PTE (Academic):

 71 (with no less than 65 in each element)
MUET: Band 4.5
  • IELTS (Academic), TOEFL iBT, and PTE (Academic) test results must be less than two years old.
  • IELTS One Skill Retake is accepted.
  • IELTS Academic Online, TOEFL iBT Home Edition, and PTE Academic Online are not accepted.
  • MUET results are valid for five years from the release date.
  • English language tests must be taken at a test centre situated in the applicant’s country of residence.
  • International applicants who meet the University’s requirements may also need to submit extra documents or an approved English test for MOHE, if required.

Fees

ResidencyFees
Malaysian studentsRM51,500 per year
International studentsRM58,000 per year*

Enjoy peace of mind with our Fixed Tuition Fee policy, pay the same amount each year until you graduate. No annual increases, no hidden charges. Learn more about Fixed Tuition Fees.

*For International Students, a 6% Sales and Service Tax (SST) will apply to non-Malaysian citizens from 1 July 2025. For more details, read our Finance FAQ.

Funding

Find out about scholarships, financial assistance and specific research funding available to all malaysian and international students.

Scholarship funding

Your Global Education Starts Here

Why Join the University of Nottingham Malaysia

  • Study at Malaysia’s No. 1 UK university*, the first and largest UK institution in the country
  • Our university is ranked 97th globally according to the QS World University Ranking 2026.
  • A founding member of the prestigious Russell Group of UK universities, we offer a world-class UK education with strong global recognition, impactful research, and academic excellence
  • 5-Star Rating for research excellence recognised by the Malaysian Research Assessment (MyRA) for world-class research achievements
  • Our graduates are consistently sought after by the top 100 global brands and earn up to 2x more** than the average graduate salary in Malaysia

*Based on student enrolment data from the Profile Book IPTS (MOHE) 2023.
**Based on the UNM Graduate Destination Survey (June 2023), with a national average salary of RM2,700.

Careers

Our PhD or MPhil graduates generally pursue careers in academia or research, working for government departments, international research organisations, and universities or as experts and consultants in their field of expertise.

The University’s Career Advisory Services (CAS) support students with the necessary skills and career opportunities using its strong relationship with various employers and industries. The CAS will provide students with essential resources and guidance for career choices offering many opportunities to develop the skills needed to plan and manage your future. Our Careers Advisory Service will work with you to improve and maximise your employability skills as well as providing essential resources and guidance that will assist you with job/course applications. They will facilitate searches for appropriate work experience placements and connect you to a wide range of prospective employers and training opportunities.

 

Our programme director is also heavily involved with providing students with the necessary career advice.

This content was last updated on 07 December 2025. Every effort has been made to ensure that this information is accurate, but changes are likely to occur between the date of publishing and course start date. It is therefore very important to check this website for any updates before you apply.