Doctor of Philosophy in Professional Communication

IUMW - International University of Malaya-Wales

At IUMW, our main business is providing you with quality and globally relevant education in Professional Communication. Our Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programme is aimed prepare students for a career as an academic or a researcher in the public or private sector. It is a sign of expert knowledge, power, and limitless opportunities. Students are expected to have strong theoretical and research methodological foundations and be able to conduct their research fairly independently.

Our PhD programme also is designed to mold students into more than just an expert in their field. It is mean to nurture students into becoming the catalyst of human development for the betterment of mankind through groundbreaking ideas, analytical skills and the power of knowledge.

Your educational journey has been meticulously designed to unlock full potential towards pursuing professional certification and postgraduate studies. All these and much more in unique education package inclusive of a vibrant university life in the heart of Kuala Lumpur.

Entry Requirements

Applicants are required to possess one of the following qualifications:

A Master's Degree or its equivalent in the relevant field; OR
Other qualifications equivalent to a Master’s Degree, as accepted by the University Senate

Programme Structure

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 defense 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 are required to attend a Viva Voce to defend his/her thesis

Research Proposal

Applicants for Doctor of Philosophy (Professional Communication) programme are required to submit a comprehensive statement of the research which they propose to carry out. The proposal should comprise the following elements:

Field of research
Topic of research proposal
Background or a brief literature review on the research topic
Objective of study - Explain the objectives that influence the research
The Methodology of study - Explain the methods used in a study such as a library research, lab work, field work, etc.
Work schedule
Equipment required (where applicable)
Brief bibliography
The research proposal should contain between 1,500 - 2,000 words or about four (4) pages