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Media and Communication Studies Taylor's University

Highlights
Tuition fee
6496 USD / year
4238 USD / year
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Tuition fee
6496 USD / year
4238 USD / year
Unknown
Duration
36 months
Duration
36 months
Apply date
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Apply date
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Start date
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Start date
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Campus location
Subang Jaya, Malaysia
Campus location
Subang Jaya, Malaysia
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

The Doctor of Philosophy in the Media and Communication Studies at Taylor's University 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. 

Overview

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.

Career:

When you've successfully completed this Doctor of Philosophy in Media and Communication Studies programme, you could embark on any of these exciting careers, including:

  • Account Manager
  • Brand Manager
  • Corporate Communication Manager
  • Creative Director
  • Marketing Communication Director

Programme Structure

Curriculum: 

  • At Taylor's University, we believe research can help shape the future. Our postgraduate research programmes cover a broad range of topics with the aim to help shape the future in the aspects of society, technology, economy, and environment.

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 36 months
  • Part-time
    • 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

More details

Applicants are advised to submit their application at least 8 weeks (2 months) prior to the commencement date.

Language

English
TOEFL® IBT
60
IELTS
6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • Subang Jaya, Malaysia

What students do after studying

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL® IBT
60
IELTS
6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

  • A Master’s Degree (Level 7, MQF) in Media and Communication with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 or equivalent, as accepted by the HEP Senate; or
  • A Master’s 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 Master’s 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

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
  • International

    Non-residents
    6496 USD / year
    6496 USD / year
  • Domestic

    Citizens or residents
    4238 USD / year
    4238 USD / year

Additional Details

  • MYR 51,560 (Local, Normal Mode, Full Time) 
  • MYR 51,560 (Local, Normal Mode, Part Time) 
  • MYR 34,640 (Local, Prior Publication Mode, Full Time) 
  • USD 19,489 (International, Normal Mode, Full Time) 
  • USD 14,315 (International, Prior Publication Mode, Full Time)

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Media and Communication Studies.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program

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U.S. government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 MYR
Deadline
03 Apr 2026
Malaysia International Scholarship (MIS)
Merit-based

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Malaysian Government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship

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ServiceScape
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 MYR
Deadline
03 Dec 2027
Malaysia International Scholarship

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Malaysian Government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based

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educations.com
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based

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Admit Lab
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
Need-based

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Leopold Figl Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
$1,500 Annual Students’ Presentation Crafting Scholarship

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship

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IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme

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The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
20 May 2026
PlagiarismSearch Essay Contest
Merit-based

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PlagiarismSearch
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid

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American Association of Petroleum Geologists Foundation
Location not available

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