• Research mode
• Research areas
• Application procedure

The School of Aerospace Engineering is offering a Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degree by research in the field of aeronautic and astronautic.
The duration of the offered programmes are as follows:
Programme Duration
Masters of Science (M.Sc) by Research Full time: Min. 2 semesters / Max. 6 semesters
Part-time: Min. 4 semesters / Max. 12 semesters
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) by Research Full time: Min. 4 semesters / Max. 10 semesters
Part-time: Min. 6 semesters / Max. 15 semesters
An applicant for Master of Science degree should have excellent performance in Bachelor of Engineering degree obtained in Universiti Sains Malaysia or university which is recognized by the Senate of Universiti Sains Malaysia with CGPA of at least 2.75. However, an applicant who has relevant experience and who is found to be capable in following the higher degree shall also be considered.
An applicant who wishes to pursue a Doctoral of Philosophy degree should have already obtained a Master degree or equivalent from the Universiti Sains Malaysia or university which is recognized by the Senate of Universiti Sains Malaysia. In special cases, the senate shall also consider applications from those who possessed a Bachelor degree with CGPA over 3.5.
An applicant should provide some form of evidence that he or she has sufficient practice and is capable of pursuing the higher degree program, applicants can contact the Dean of Institue of Graduate Studies, Universiti Sains Malaysia, or the program Chairman of Higher Degree, School of Aerospace Engineering, Universiti Sains Malaysia.
For more information on registration, please refer to IPS USM.

There are a few financial assistance available when enrolling as a postgraduate student in our school.

1. USM Global Fellowship
2. Vice-Chancellor Award
3. USM Fellowship Scheme
4. IPS-TWAS-USM Fellowship
5. USM-VIED
6. USM Graduate Assistant Scheme
7. GRA-Assist
8. Postgraduate Research Attachment (PGRA)
9. Others