DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN SOCIAL SCIENCE

(R2/312/8/0005)(09/25)(A8788)

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Doctor of Philosophy in Social Sciences (MQA Certificate: 05888): This research programme in the field of social sciences and behaviour has a duration of 3 – 8 years of study. Candidates will show a critical understanding of the most advanced knowledge within the boundaries of the field of study or professional practice. It independently conducts, manages, and leads advanced research that contributes to large, new, and original, and professional knowledge and practices. It produces research results in the form of theses, patents, products, advanced professional practices or advanced technologies, creative models or works of art, or music. Furthermore, it also demonstrates the ability to present and defend points of view, theses, and ideas in the field of expertise with knowledge and confidence. Candidates can become consultants, researchers, and planners in social management. This program also requires the writing of a thesis as prescribed by MQA.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

A Master’s Degree, as accepted by the HEP’s Senate; OR
Other qualifications equivalent to a Master’s Degree, as accepted by the HEP Senate.

TUITION FEES
  • Local tuition fee: RM16,000
  • International tuition fee: RM26,400
STUDENT OUTCOMES

At the end of this programme, students should be able to:

Apply the research knowledge and skills learned to various tasks and situations.
Demonstrate a comprehensive-knowledge of the field of study and be informed of the latest developments and trends.
Integrate core knowledge in the planning, preparation, and implementation of research results.
Plan effective research strategies to increase potential for revenue enhancement to build
solid foundation for future growths.
Demonstrate innovative and productive management skills in handling responsibilities,
problems, and tasks.
Display capabilities as a researcher with the ability in academic writing, practical and verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
Perform tasks as an individual, a team member and a member of education institutions in the plural society effectively.
Practice life-long learning to face global challenges.
Apply professional and ethical values in the daily undertaking of tasks and responsibilities.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

The graduates of the programme are expected to fulfil the market needs at the academic
institutions or research institutions, especially in the social sciences related sectors. This is in line with the nation’s economic transformation programmes of becoming a high-income nation. Some candidates become consultants, researchers, and planners in social management. The candidates will be able to obtain employment in the following capacity as an Academia, a Research, and Development, and a Higher Educational Institutions Staff.

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Universiti Selangor (UNISEL), formerly known as Universiti Industri Selangor was established on 23rd August 1999 and was given an approval under Private Higher Education Institutions Act 1996 (Act 555) on 14 March 2000. We are currently operating at two campuses; the sprawling 1000-acre Main Campus in Bestari Jaya and the City Campus in Shah Alam. Our establishment is in line with the State Government’s intention to make Selangor the leading regional education hub. Selangor plays an active role in the delivery of higher education programmes in order to enhance the development of human capital excellence. As one of the earliest private institutions of higher learning in Malaysia, UNISEL is unique as it is Malaysia’s first state-owned university.

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