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DOCTOR OF
EDUCATION
(N-DL/0110/8/0027)(03/32)(MQA/PA18017)

Faculty of Education & Social Science

Doctor of Education | Geomatika

The Doctor of Education (Ed.D) program at Universiti Geomatika Malaysia offers a prestigious doctoral opportunity tailored for professionals in the education sector. Emphasizing educational leadership, policy analysis, curriculum development, and instructional leadership, the program blends theoretical understanding with practical applications. Its comprehensive curriculum covers diverse topics such as educational leadership theories, strategic planning, educational technology, and research methodologies. The program’s coursework delivery combines face-to-face and online learning, allowing flexibility for working professionals. Students benefit from personalized mentorship by experienced faculty, engaging in critical discussions, case studies, and hands-on projects.

Graduates emerge as adept educational leaders, equipped to tackle challenges in roles such as school principals, university administrators, policymakers, or consultants, driving positive change in education.

First Year


  • Research Methodology
  • Academic Writing
  • Doctoral Seminar
  • Assessment and Evaluation in Education
  • Education in Multicultural Society
  • Sociology of Education
  • Ethics and Professionalism in Education
  • Special Education
  • Psychology of Education

Second Year


  • Elective Core (Educational Management)
    • Educational Administration
    • Issues & Trends in Curriculum
    • Educational Law and Governance
    • Curriculum Issues and Trends
    • Policy Study for Educational Leaders
    • Instructional Tools and Applications
  • Elective Core (Instructional Technology)
    • Advance in Instructional Technology
    • Issues & Trends in Instructional Technology
    • Technology And Innovation in Adult Learning
    • Integrating Technology Across the Curriculum
    • Instructional Design & Development
    • Technology Tools For 21st Century Teaching

Third Year


  • Proposal and Dissertation

Local Admission


1. A Master’s Degree in related field (Level 7, Malaysian Qualifications Framework, (MQF)] as accepted by the Higher Education Providers (HEPs) Senate; OR
2. A Master’s Degree (Non-Education) must undergo prerequisite courses*
3. Other relevant and equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government.

International Admission


The English Language Entry Requirement for International Student at University of GEOMATIKA Malaysia are as follows:

Achieve minimum Band 3 in Malaysian University English Test (MUET) OR any English competency test aligned with Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)(Mid B1).

Note:
* Prerequisite courses:
i. Educational Psychology course
ii. Curriculum course

Pre-requisite courses may be taken at Universiti Geomatika Malaysia or through Micro-Credential, MOOC, Short Course, or CPD platforms such as Coursera, OpenLearning, and others. Candidates must provide evidence and pass a rigorous internal assessment.

Note for D.Ed:
i) There shall be no direct entry from Bachelor’s Degree level to D.Ed level.
ii) Candidates with Bachelors and Masters Degree who are registered for programmes may apply to convert their candidacy to the D.Ed programmes within one (1) year after Master’s Degree registration, subject to:
a) Having shown competency and capability in conducting research at D.Ed level.
b) Rigorous internal evaluation by HEP
c) Approval by the HEP’s Senate

** For students who do not have the above English Qualification, they must undergo Geomatika’s English Program

Employment opportunities are available as per the following :


  • School Administrator
  • Educational Consultant
  • Higher Education Roles
  • Corporate Training and Development
  • Educational Non-Profits and NGOs
  • Government and Public Policy
  • Specialized Education Roles
  • International Educator
  • Professional Associations and Accrediting Bodies
  • Private Sector and EdTech Companies
  • Human Resources in Education Sector