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Doctor of Philosophy in Media and Communication Studies

Malaysia

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What will I learn?

Our Doctor of Philosophy in Media and Communication Studies programme is designed to enrich your proficiency in the communication industries. It prioritises cultivating your research capabilities and fostering a profound understanding of communication theories, methodologies, and practices within media studies. You will actively engage in rigorous research, contributing significantly to advancing knowledge and ethics in the communication field. Through industrial training, you will identify and tackle intricate challenges, conducting cutting-edge studies that have meaningful implications for the field. Throughout your journey, you will be encouraged to critically analyse and evaluate existing theories and practices while generating fresh perspectives and ideas, such as in the social media context. This process will not only refine your analytical skills but also equip you with the ability to inspire and influence others. As a doctoral candidate, you will emerge with the prowess to communicate critically, objectively, and creatively, essential qualities demanded by academia. With the programme's reputation for producing impactful scholars and thought leaders, only selective cohort of aspiring researchers gains admission. This creates an environment of intellectual rigour and collaborative innovation, where student's research will truly making a difference.

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
RM6,496.33 (US$ 1,478) per year
Accommodation- Standard Twin- RM 1,700 / month
Start date

April 2027

Venue

Taylors University Lakeside Campus

No. 1, Jalan Taylor's,

Subang Jaya,

Selangor,

47500, Selangor, Malaysia

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
RM6,496.33 (US$ 1,478) per year
Accommodation- Standard Twin- RM 1,700 / month
Start date

September 2027

Venue

Taylors University Lakeside Campus

No. 1, Jalan Taylor's,

Subang Jaya,

Selangor,

47500, Selangor, Malaysia

Entry requirements

For international students

A Masters Degree (Level 7, MQF) in Media and Communication with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 or equivalent, as accepted by the HEP Senate; orA Masters Degree (Level 7, MQF) in Media and Communication with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 can be accepted. The candidates must undergo rigorous internal assessment as determined by the HEP; or A Masters Degree (Level 7, MQF) in Media and Communication with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 can be accepted subject to a minimum of FIVE years of working experience in the related fields and rigorous internal assessment as determined by the HEP; orAny other Masters Degree (Level 7, MQF) (Non-Media and Communication) with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 can be accepted subject to a minimum FIVE years of working experience in the field of Media and Communication or related fields. The candidates must undergo prerequisite courses and rigorous internal assessment as determined by the HEP; orOther qualifications equivalent to a Masters Degree (Level 7, MQF) in the field of Media and Communication or related fields recognised by the Government of Malaysia must undergo rigorous internal assessment as determined by the HEP (the requirement of CGPA is based on item i – iv)

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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