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Doctor of Philosophy (Professional Communication)

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Doctor of Philosophy (Professional Communication)

Programme Information

Qualification

PhD

Duration

3 Years

Intake

February, July, October

Tuition Fee

RM 41410

Overseas Program

Available

Location

Kuala Lumpur

Overview

This research programme is aimed for future researchers who are extremely excited to explore and discover new concepts, explanations, and ideas in the communication field. This programme caters to the students who possess a strong theoretical background and wish to undertake independent research with the guidance of one or more faculty members.

The research curriculum of the PhD programme consists of an in-depth investigation into specific research issues related to professional communication, with the aim of adding to existing knowledge, as well as contributing new and groundbreaking knowledge to the field.

Entry Requirements

Malaysian Students
  • Master’s degree accepted by the University Senate or other qualifications as approved by the University Senate
International Students
  • Master’s degree accepted by the University Senate and pass IELTS with band 6 or better, or TOEFL with a minimum score of 600.
English Competency Requirements
All international students are bound to the English Competency requirement set by the University and the Malaysian Qualification Agency except those who are:
  • From countries where English is the official language; OR
  • From an academic institution which uses English as its main medium of instruction.

Course Outline

Phase 1

Coursework (Two core courses)
  • Research Process and Academic Writing
  • Research Design and Methodology

Phase 2

Proposal Defence
  • Each student must present and defend his/her PhD research proposal. The student is only allowed to continue with his/her research to Phase Ill on passing of the defence of his/her proposal

Phase 3

Data Collection and Thesis Preparation
  • The student proceeds to his/her data collection, data analysis and thesis writing

Phase 4

Viva Voce
  • After submitting the thesis, the students is required to attend a Viva Voce to defend his/her thesis

Programme Information

Qualification

PhD

Duration

3 Years

Intake

February, July, October

Tuition Fee

RM 41410

Overseas Program

Available

Location

Kuala Lumpur