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Communication & Media · PhD

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Communication (Research)

Kuala Lumpur University of Science and Technology (KLUST)

Program overview

A PhD in Communication is a doctoral program focused on advanced research and scholarship in the field of communication, preparing graduates for academic careers as professors or researchers and leadership roles in media, public relations, advertising, non-profit organizations, and government agencies, where they can apply their expertise in communication strategies and influence effective communication practices.

Entry Requirements

  • A Master’s Degree

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.

Future Careers

  • Academic Professor
  • Researcher
  • Media Analyst
  • Public Relations Specialist
  • Advertising Strategist
  • Corporate Communication Manager
  • Social Media Manager
  • Communication Consultant
  • Government Communication Specialist
  • Nonprofit Communication Director.

Curriculum

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  • Communication Technology and Society
  • Corporate Communication
  • Crisis and Risk Communication
  • Human Communication
  • Intercultural Communication
  • Journalism
  • Mass Communication
  • Media and Culture
  • Media Ethics and Professionalism
  • Media Management
  • Organizational Communication
  • Political Communication
  • Reputation and Branding.

Available scholarships

  • International Discount (Conflict-Affected Regions)

    Up to 30% coverage

    30% tuition fee reduction is available to international students arriving from conflict-affected countries. This discount carries no prerequisite conditions or academic benchmarks and will be automatically applied to the student's account upon enrollment.

  • International Discount

    Up to 50% coverage

    The student must maintain the required CGPA every semester to get the 50% discount

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

  • Content creator
  • PR specialist
  • Journalist
  • Social media manager

Is this program right for you?

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