PhD/MSc In Microelectronic System Engineering
Analog and Digital IC design
CMOS analog circuit design for low-power and high-precision applications including Operational Amplifier (Op-Amp), Operational Transconductance Amplifier (OTA), Bandgap Voltage References (BGR), Low Dropout Regulators (LDO), Current Mirrors, Voltages, Comparators, Phase-Locked bias circuits, Sensor Interfaces Circuits and Analog Front-End building blocks
RFIC Design
Advanced radio-frequency integrated circuit design for wireless communication and energy autonomous systems including Power Amplifier (PA), Low Noise Amplifiers (LNA), Voltage Controlled Oscillator (VCO), RF Mixers, RF Switchers, Frequency Synthesizers, RF Energy Harvesting Circuits (RFEH), Matching Network, RF Transceivers and milimeter-wave front-end subsystems.
Mixed-Signal IC Design
Design of high-performance mixed-signal data conversion and interface circuits including Analog-to-Digital Converters (ADC), Digital-to-Analog Converters (DAC), Delta-Sigma Modulator, Phase-Locked Loops (PLL), Clock and Data Recovery (CDR), Comparator Architectures, Signal Conditioning Circuits, and CMOS sensor read interfaces.
Digital IC Design and System-on-Chip (SoC)
Full-custom and semi-custom digital integrated circuit development including CMOS standard cells, Arithmetic Logic Units (ALU), Finite State Machines (FSM), Memory Architectures, FIR Filters, IIR Filters, DSP accelerator, RISC-V Processor Design, Hardware Description Language (Verilog/VHDL) implementation, ASIC synthesis, FPGA prototyping, embedded controllers, and System-on-Chip (SoC) integration.
Microelectronic System Design
Integrated electronic system development involving biomedical electronics, industrial automation, IoT sensing platforms, embedded monitoring systems, smart instrumentation, AI-edge hardware platforms, communication modules, transportation electronics, and secure semiconductor-enabled smart applications.
Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS) and Advanced Devices
Design and development of MEMS sensors, microfabrication technologies, CMOS-MEMS integration, graphene and nanomaterial devices, microsensors, microactuators, energy harvesting devices, biomedical MEMS platforms, and advanced semiconductor device characterization.
Sensors and Intelligent Sensing Systems
Design and development of advanced sensing technologies and intelligent sensor interface systems for biomedical, industrial, environmental, and IoT applications including temperature sensors, pressure sensors, gas sensors, biosensors, humidity sensors, optical sensors, wearable sensing devices, wireless sensor nodes, low-power readout circuits, and AI-assisted smart sensing platforms.
Master
-Full time : Min 2 semesters / Max 6 semesters
-Part time : Min 4 semesters / Max 12 semesters
| PEO | PEO Statement |
|---|---|
| PEO1 | Master's graduates who possess advanced knowledge as well as practical and research skills to analyze and address complex problems in the field of microelectronics. |
| PEO2 | Microelectronics professionals who demonstrate good leadership as well as interpersonal and communication skills to cooperate and interact with various stakeholders in a professional environment. |
| PEO3 | Microelectronics professionals who practice lifelong learning as well as good personal skills, possess an entrepreneurial mindset, and are able to apply digital and numeracy skills to support work and studies. |
| PEO4 | Microelectronics professionals who demonstrate professional, ethical, and sustainable practices in their work and professional responsibilities. |
2. Program Learning Outcomes (PLO)
| PLO | PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES, PLO |
|---|---|
| PLO1 (Knowledge) |
Mastering significant and current knowledge in the field of microelectronics as well as being able to critically apply it in research and technical problem solving. |
| PLO2 (Critcal Thinking) |
Capable of analyzing research findings systematically and accurately, as well as using the results of the analysis to solve complex problems within the context of research projects or practical applications. |
| PLO3 (Practical/Psychomotor Skill) |
Demonstrating technical skills in conducting research and investigation, with limited guidance, as well as being able to apply appropriate methodologies to achieve project objectives. |
| PLO4 (Interpersonal Skill) |
Demonstrating the ability to cooperate effectively with various parties in conducting research as well as practicing good social and professional ethics. |
| PLO5 (Communication Skill) |
Demonstrating effective communication skills in conveying ideas and research results both orally and in writing, as well as being capable of developing innovative thinking within the context of industry and society. |
| PLO6 (Digital Skill) |
Analyzing findings systematically using appropriate digital technology and software to support the research methods used. |
| PLO7 Numeracy Skill) |
Describe/Elaborate on the findings using analysis that is appropriate to the methods and research findings to ensure the research conclusions are accurate and impactful. |
| PLO8 (Leadership skill) |
Demonstrate a responsible attitude in conducting research, possess good judgment in making decisions, and be able to cooperate in managing research. |
| PLO9 (Personal Skill) |
Demonstrate high motivation in exploring new knowledge, manage research resources well, and organize information neatly and in detail. |
| PLO10 (Entrepreneurship Skill) |
Apply entrepreneurial skills to identify opportunities and translate research ideas into practical projects. |
| PLO11 (Ethics & Professionalism) |
Demonstrate professional values and ethical conduct in research activities and in engagements with the community and stakeholders. |
- A Bachelor's Degree with Honours from Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) or another recognized university, or an equivalent qualification in a relevant field accepted by the University Senate.
- CGPA ≥ 2.75 or equivalent.
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CGPA 2.50 – 2.74 or equivalent:
Applicants with a Bachelor's Degree and a CGPA between 2.50 and 2.74 must meet one of the following criteria
to be considered by the School/Centre's Higher Degree Committee:
- At least 1 year of research experience
- At least 1 year of professional experience in the relevant field
- At least one (1) scholarly publication in the field applied for
- A minimum grade of B in major/elective courses
- A grade of B+ in the final-year project
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CGPA 2.00 – 2.49 or equivalent:
Applicants with a Bachelor's Degree and a CGPA between 2.00 and 2.49 must meet the following criteria
to be considered by the School/Centre's Higher Degree Committee:
- At least 5 years of research experience
- At least 5 years of professional experience in the relevant field
- At least one (1) scholarly publication in the field applied for
- A minimum grade of B in major/elective courses
- A grade of B+ in the final-year project
- Additional requirements may be imposed by the respective School/Centre (PTJ), if necessary.
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English Language Requirements (For International Students Only):
Applicants must meet one of the following minimum English language proficiency requirements:
- TOEFL iBT: minimum score 40
- TOEFL Essentials: minimum Band 7.5
- IELTS: minimum Band 5.0
- PTE Academic: minimum score 47
- Cambridge English (CAE/CPE): minimum score 154
- Linguaskill Online: minimum score 154
- MUET: minimum Band 3.5
Exemptions may be granted if:
- English is the applicant’s native language or national language
- The applicant graduated from a higher education institution where the medium of instruction for the Bachelor's and/or Master's degree was English (supporting documentation/evidence is required)
