Overview
About the programme
The Communication programme at the International Islamic University of Malaysia involves an appreciation of the Western and Islamic heritage behind the current media forms and institutions, exposing students to the contributions of Western and Muslim scholars in developing concepts, theories, principles and practises in the discipline of communication. Modern techniques are recognized as important tools in effective communication and receive special attention in the programme.
Programme Structure
Structure:
- Candidates are trained in communication theories, research methods and Islamisation of human knowledge to prepare them for the challenging task of producing original research in the form of a dissertation/thesis.
- The expected length of the dissertation/thesis is around 80,000 - 100,000 words.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 72 months
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Language
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Disciplines
Communication Studies View 3 other PhDs in Communication Studies in MalaysiaAcademic requirements
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- A relevant Bachelor's degree and Master's degree or equivalent from IIUM or any other accredited institution of higher learning
- A suitable Research Proposal is required for Ph.D. applicants
Required documents:
- 1 passport sized photograph
- A copy of your passport (detail page)
- Academic certificates and transcripts (verified by Institution or Ministry)
- Research Proposal (compulsory for those applying for PhD programmes by research only mode)
- Financial statement or scholarship letter (if any)
Tuition Fee
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International
13426 MYR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 40280 MYR for the full programme during 36 months. -
National
5525 MYR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 16575 MYR for the full programme during 36 months.
Living costs for Kuala Lumpur
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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