I have been thinking where should I pursue my PhD.
Option 1 - USM
The fees are affordable since it is subsidised by the government. It is located in Penang making it even so much more convenient for me.
But, I have been hearing scary stories as well. Scary stories that relate to the the oral examinations (proposal defence, proposal findings, and the viva voce). Yes, getting a PhD is NOT easy. People keep telling the same story over and over again, like seeing cases of students crying and ended up depressed after the oral examination. You must have thick skin and you must get ready to be bashed up during the oral examination.
Option 2 - Asia e University
This is my second choice. Unfortunately, the main campus is located in KL and there is no branch in Penang. But I am allowed to nominate my own doctoral qualified supervisor in Penang. If I do it in this University, I have to travel to KL probably only during the oral examinations or whenever there are any workshops. So, I don't have to travel to KL that often and furthermore, this is an online distance learning university. I can still stay in Penang and still be a student at this University.
No scary stories for this University unlike USM. Anyway, it's a private university. That's what I like about it. Anyway, the fees are just a little more expensive compared to USM.
I am still deciding....
What's now? Memory back to 5 years ago
3 years ago
3 comments:
2nd option lu ~~ =D
If I were you, I opt for USM. Good reputation of a university always make your CV stand out.
Getting bashed up terribly during viva voce only happens when a candidate does not really understand his/her thesis.
Best luck to your future undertaking.
Hi Mr Lonely!
That's right, Jack. USM definitely has a better reputation.
And thanks for the advice/opinion from both of you.
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