Doctor of
Philosophy (PhD)
(By Research)

Programme Duration

This programme is offered to both Local & International Students. Full-time (3-6 years) and Part-time (4-8 years) modes available.

Area of Specialisation

Applied Linguistics
Sociolinguistics | Ethnolinguistics | Pragmatics | Discourse analysis | Psycholinguitics

Language Learning and Teaching
Second/foreign language learning and acquisition | Computer assisted language learning | Literacy | Translation | Language Teacher Development

Linguistics
Phonetics and phonology | Morphology | Syntax | Semantics | Lexicology | Comparative linguistics

Literature
Literature in language teaching | Literary studies

Communication
Visual communication | Speech communication | Group communication | Mass communication | Strategic communication | Risk communication | Intergrated marketing communication | Communication education | Communication policy and analysis | Communication campaign | Political communication | Development communication | Leadership communication

Media
Media laws | Journalism | Media discourse | Media management | Public relations | Broadcasting | Publishing | Advertising | Media culture | Media literacy
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About the Programme
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programme is a research degree by thesis under the supervision of an experienced member of academic staff or a supervisory panel. A panel is made up of graduate staff and experts from either within or outside the University.

The academic progress of a research student is evaluated twice a year through the progress reports. Final assessment is through thesis and a viva-voce examination. A student who has satisfied the Examination Committee for Postgraduate Studies in all aspects of their work is eligible for the award of the degree of Doctor of Philosophy.