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Doctor of Philosophy (Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities) (Research)

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM)

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Program overview

The Doctor of Philosophy in Social Sciences and Humanities (Research) at UTM University Malaysia aims to produce graduates who are:

  • Proficient in synthesizing in-depth knowledge to address real-world problems using advanced research skills.
  • Competent in demonstrating critical and creative thinking, applying leadership and interpersonal skills to expand and share knowledge in their field.
  • Enthusiastic about adopting and extending the latest knowledge and cutting-edge technologies through a lifelong learning process.
  • Committed to complying with professional, societal, and ethical responsibilities.

This program prepares graduates to engage effectively with complex societal issues and contribute positively to their communities.

Entry Requirements

  • A Master’s Degree from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia or any other Institutions of higher learning recognised by the Senate.

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g.,,Other qualifications equivalent to a Master’s degree , etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.

Curriculum

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Course Brief of Doctor of Philosophy

Language(s) of Instruction English

University Courses UBSS6013 Organization Behavior And Development

UBSS6023 Business Ethics, Responsibility And Sustainability

UHMS6013 Seminar On Global Development, Economic And Social Issues

UHMZ6023 Malaysian Society And Culture

UHIS6013 Philosophy Of Science And Civilisation

UHPS6013 Dynamics Of Leadership

UHLM6013 Malay Language For Postgraduate

URTS6013 Environmental Ethics

UECS6013 IT Project Management

UECS6023 Introduction To Technopreneurship

UMJJ6013 Basic Japanese Language And Culture

Faculty (School) Core Courses UHPP6013 Language and Communication Research Methodology Section 01 (UTMJB)

UHPP6013 Language and Communication Research Methodology Section 90 (UTMKL)

Programme Core Courses There are no core courses since this is a full research programme. Students need to register a research subject every semester along with two general university subjects (compulsory programme as stated by University) to qualify students to submit their thesis. The code for research subject to register :

Sem 1: PLAG 1100

Sem 2: PLAG 1200

Sem 3: PLAG 2100

Sem 4: PLAG 2200

Sem 5: PLAG 3100

Sem 6: PLAG 3200

Professional Practice -

Elective Course -

Key Areas of Research English Online Learning and Communication

Language and Communication

Language and Communication difficulties

Reading Difficulty

Language and Media

Language Learning & Communication

Literacy and multiliteracy

Discourse Analysis (but NOT Critical Discourse Analysis)

Health Communication

Computer-Mediated Communication

Workplace Communication

Pragmatics

English Language Training

Corpus Linguistics

Genre

English for Specific Purposes

Systemic Functional Linguistics

Entry requirements

PhD: a master's degree and a research proposal.

Typically IELTS 6 or equivalent (TOEFL / PTE). Some universities offer a preparatory English program if you haven't reached the score yet.

Exact requirements vary by program, and an English certificate such as IELTS or an equivalent may be required.

Career opportunities

  • HR specialist
  • Social researcher
  • Pathway to counselling

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