Dr. Muhamad Hariz Bin Muhamad Adnan is a postgraduate AI supervisor at Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI), accepting PhD and Master candidates for the 2026 intake in artificial intelligence, educational technology and technopreneurship. Enquiries: mhariz@meta.upsi.edu.my.
Who this is for
This page is for prospective Master and PhD candidates in Malaysia and abroad who want an AI supervisor with both an academic record and applied industry experience. Dr. Hariz holds a Doctor in Artificial Intelligence and is a Senior Lecturer at the Faculty of Computing and Meta-Technology, UPSI.
Research areas open for supervision
- Artificial intelligence, optimisation and autonomous decision-making
- AI in education, educational technology and learning analytics
- Generative AI adoption in schools, universities and workplaces
- Data mining, social media analytics and applied data science
- Technopreneurship and digital transformation of small businesses
Study modes
UPSI offers Master by Research, Master by Coursework and PhD routes. Candidates who want a research-heavy path and intend to publish should look at Master by Research or PhD. If you are still deciding, read the guide on Master by Research and PhD and the comparison of Master, PhD and degree.
How to apply
- Write a one-page summary of the problem you want to work on and why it matters.
- Email that summary, your CV and your transcript to mhariz@meta.upsi.edu.my.
- If the topic fits, you will be invited to discuss scope, method and supervision arrangements.
- Submit your formal application to UPSI once the research direction is agreed.
A stronger proposal makes acceptance far more likely. See the practical walkthrough on writing an AI research proposal for Master and PhD in Malaysia and this research proposal example.
Frequently asked questions
Is Dr. Hariz accepting students for 2026?
Yes, subject to place availability at UPSI. Places are limited each intake, so early enquiries with a clear topic have the best chance.
Do I need a computing background to do a PhD in AI?
Not always. Candidates from education, business and other fields are considered when the proposed topic applies AI to their domain and they are willing to build the necessary technical skills.
Can international students apply?
Yes. UPSI accepts international postgraduate candidates; visa and admission requirements are handled through the university.
Next step
For the full supervision policy, expectations and current research group details, see the postgraduate supervision page, or contact Dr. Hariz directly.