For Research Mode Programme
A Research Mode student must comply with the following graduation requirements:
- Fulfil the minimum duration of candidature.
- Pass the pre-requisite courses (if any) as determined by the School/Centre/Institute.
- Malaysian Culture and Malay Language (LKM 111) is compulsory for all international students. Minimum grade C must be obtained prior to graduation.
- Pass the Research Methodology course.
- Fulfilled the publication requirements as below;-

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For Doctorate Programme by Mixed Mode
A Coursework/Mixed Mode student must comply with the following graduation requirements:
- Pass all courses and other pre-requisite courses determined by the respective School/Centre/Institute.
- Pass dissertation/research project.
- Obtain at least a CGPA of 3.00; and
- Fulfil the minimum duration of candidature.
- Master of Medicine/Pathology/Surgery students must pass all Professional examination and satisfactory in dissertation.
- Malaysian Culture and Malay Language (LKM 111) is compulsory for all international students. Minimum grade C must be obtained prior to graduation.
Fulfilled the publication requirements as below (for Doctorate Programme from School of Dental Sciences and School of Medical Sciences only);-

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Blacklisted Journals: https://referencephsusm.wordpress.com/research-guide/predatory-blacklisted-journal-publishers/