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Humanities (English) MPhil/PhD

• Full-time: MPhil: 1-2 years / PhD: 3-4 years
• Part-time: MPhil: 2-4 years / PhD: 6-8 years
• Start date: February and September 2024
• Malaysian fee: RM39,900 per year
• International fee: RM45,900 per year
• Intake: February and September

Research overview

We offer high-quality doctoral training to postgraduate students who wish to pursue an MPhil or PhD. As a research student, you’ll work closely with two allocated supervisors who will assist you in planning, executing and presenting your research. We encourage applications in any topic related to English studies.

The School of English offers research opportunities across a variety of topics related to English studies and draws on the resources of Nottingham’s renowned Centre for Research in Applied Linguistics. This is an interdisciplinary research centre devoted to describing and understanding language as it is acquired and used in the real world. Research expertise within the school includes 19th-century literature and post-colonial studies along with American, British, Indian, South-East Asian and Malaysian literatures. Creative writing, grammar, gothic literature, the fairy tale, literary theory, gender, identity, discourse analysis, World Englishes, grammatical analysis, interactional linguistics, sociolinguistics, publishing studies and systemic functional linguistics are also included in the course programme. Please refer to the school website for more details on potential specialisation.

Why choose this programme? 

You will cover the range of theoretical approaches making up the contemporary critical terminology of English and English studies. The course will also develop your awareness of practices in language use and their application to various contexts. The course will focus on developing your ability to engage in critical evaluations of current research along with developing your ability to problem-solve in respect of real-world projects and case studies.

Our global footprint allows you to draw on the supervisory expertise of over 80 staff specialising in numerous fields of English studies across our three campuses. Located in the UK, Malaysia and China, students are encouraged to spend a period of time at any or all of our campuses worldwide.

How to apply

If you are interested in applying for an MRes/MPhil or PhD in the School of English, please email the Programme Director, Dr Shivani Sivagurunathan , to discuss your research proposal before making a formal application or visit our applications pages to find out how to apply .

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Current areas of research.

We encourage applications in any topic related to English. Our current research topics include:

• 19th-century British and American literature
• creative writing
• discourse analysis
• gender studies
• language in the classroom
• Malaysia literature
• new literatures in English
• world englishes

Research training

The School also offers research training seminars and students also have access to training programmes offered by the graduate school. The University also has an early-career researchers’ network which provides peer-support for students.

Exceptional candidates working in areas of research deemed priority areas for the school may also be eligible to partial fee waiver scholarships at the discretion of the Programme Director.

Entry requirements

All candidates are considered on an individual basis and we accept a broad range of qualifications. The entrance requirements below apply to 2024 entry.

A good master’s degree (usually merit or higher) plus, an upper second class honours degree (or international equivalent) in a relevant discipline. Non-UK qualifications will be assessed against this standard.

A first class honours degree (or international equivalent) in a relevant discipline. Non-UK qualifications will be assessed against this standard.

If deemed necessary, applicants may also be required to attend an interview.

An upper second class honours degree (or international equivalent) in a relevant discipline. Non-UK qualifications will be assessed against this standard.

Applicants must have graduated from an approved university. Other equivalent qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Entry requirements in the prospectus and website may not always apply and individual offers may vary.

IELTS, TOEFL and PTE (Academic) test results must be less than two years old and all IELTS must be the academic version of the test. MUET results are valid for five years from the date of the release of results.

Find out about scholarships, financial assistance and specific research funding available to all malaysian and international students.

Where you will learn

Malaysia campus.

Semenyih Campus is 48km from Kuala Lumpur International Airport and just 45 minutes’ drive from the famous city centre with its iconic Petronas Twin Towers. On arrival, you are immersed in the green jungle backdrop that Malaysia provides with wildlife, sunshine and campus lake.

The campus is home to our business, education, science and engineering schools, which sit alongside a sports centre, library and student accommodation. The University has everything a modern day student could wish for with the added bonus of being located in central Asia allowing you to travel further afield in your free time.

Public transport is plentiful with free shuttle services operating on some routes. Taxi/Grab services in Malaysia are very reasonable and used widely by the student community.

The School features a world-class network of researchers and academics offering a wide range of research opportunities. The school seeks to equip you with the skills to succeed in a variety of careers, including teaching, broadcasting, publishing, literary criticism, advertising, marketing, publishing, journalism, communications, business, banking, law, human resources, and public relations to name but a few. Former research students hold senior posts in top-tier universities across the world and prominent positions in government and the private sector.

The University’s Careers Advisory Services (CAS) support students with the necessary skills and career opportunities using its strong relationship with various employers and industries. The CAS will provide students with essential resources and guidance for career choices, offering many opportunities to develop the skills needed to plan and manage your future. Our Careers Advisory Service will work with you to improve and maximise your employability skills, as well as providing essential resources and guidance that will assist you with job/course applications. They will facilitate searches for appropriate work experience placements and connect you to a wide range of prospective employers and training opportunities.

A postgraduate research degree in English equips you with the skills to succeed in a variety of careers including teaching, freelance writing, literary criticism, marketing, public relations, and publishing to name just a few. Former research students hold senior posts in top-tier universities across the world and prominent positions in government and the private sector.

This content was last updated on 21 December 2023 . Every effort has been made to ensure that this information is accurate, but changes are likely to occur between the date of publishing and course start date. It is therefore very important to check this website for any updates before you apply.

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PhD in English Literature (PhD) University Putra Malaysia Seri Kembangan

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About University Putra Malaysia:

The Universiti Putra Malaysia was first opened in 1931 as an agricultural college. As a multidisciplinary university with a long history of 89 years, Universiti Putra Malaysia is world-renowned for its outstanding educational and academic disciplines and courses, which have made great contributions to its knowledge and develop qualified human capital since 1931.

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Seri Kembangan is a township formerly known as Serdang New Village. Located within the borders of Selangor, it is fairly located at only approximately 20 minutes away from the city centre of Kuala Lumpur.  Seri Kembangan is known for its good and varied street food, incorporating Chinese, Malay, Indian and other races' influences into its literal melting pot. 

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PhD in English Language Studies

The Ph.D of Human Science in English Language Studies programme aims to develop professionals in fields ranging from education, public service, consultancy, academic and related services. Another of its objectives is to produce skilled personnel with excellent grasp of the English language, instilling in them knowledge of rhetorical and linguistic skills to conduct research and produce academic and professional materials in the field. 

Programme Description

The programme normally requires three years of full time study or five years on a part time basis. Students in this programme are engaged in in-depth study of the linguistic aspects of the English language. Students have a choice of selecting the ‘coursework and thesis’ or ‘thesis only’ programme. This programme trains  students to become independent researchers in the future. 

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• CGPA of 3 (out of 4.0) or the equivalent
• Relevant working experience will be an added advantage
• A research proposal
• University requirements as stated in the application form
• For international applicants: TOEFL (600) or IELTS (Band 7.0)
• For Malaysian applicants: TOEFL (600) or IELTS (Band 7.0) or EPT (Band 7.0)
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The programme aims to equip candidates with in-depth knowledge of theories and practices relevant to the field of English literature.  In this programme, candidates are exposed to the latest developments in world literature, American literature and British literature.  The programme aims to train professionals from the public and private sectors especially lecturers from public and private institutions of higher learning, to be specialists in English literature.

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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D)

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) is University of Malaya’s premier research training degree. The pinnacle of academic achievement here at University of Malaya, the Ph.D is awarded based on the foundation of the thesis prepared under supervision, resulting in an original and significant contribution, displaying extensive knowledge and comprehension of the subject and field of study.

Judged by independent experts using current and internationally accepted standards, the University’s Ph.D programme produces human capital, which is not only intellectual and skilful in modern technology but also very versatile and able to handle problems in real life situation. Ph.D. students will carry out focused research in their area of specialisation, which is of immediate relevance to local interest. Additionally, they will be alert to the challenges faced in the international arena through the media, seminars, conferences and keynote addresses, and also through research attachments and collaborative exchange arrangements with international recognised research centres.

The Ph.D programme is more than just an academic distinction. The programmes are designed to ensure the fields of study remain relevant to the needs of today. At the same time, the candidates in pursuit of their Ph.D’s foresee the changes of societal & industry standards, trends and behavioural patterns; the very same qualities that make them brilliant and effective leaders.

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This Ph.D programme is purely based on individual supervised research. At the end of the candidate's study, a thesis must be submitted and upon successful defense of the paper, the candidate will be granted Ph.D status. All research proposals must be approved and supervised by the Faculty.

Ph.D candidates’ theses must not exceed 100,000 words. They are required to complete their studies within 12 semesters.

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The Postcolonial Literature in English Programme at the Centre for Research in Language and Linguistics is anchored in new and dynamic paradigms intricately blending the study of Malaysian and other New Literature in English along with established Western literary texts The programme especially encourages students and scholars of literature to challenge existing euro-centric theoretical parameters of reading and literary criticism and to engage in the creation of theories and approaches that imbibe and centre Asian aesthetics. The programme prides itself on its diverse capacity in both the teaching of and research into literary studies. The master’s degree offers a range of courses that will provide graduate students with the opportunity to learn and master a variety of critical theories, issues, and approaches in the discipline of literature. At the PhD and MPhil levels, candidates will have the option to pursue one of the many research areas or interests that the academic staff is well versed in. The research areas include (but are not limited to): the postcolonial condition (experience of colonization and its effects), nationhood, multi-ethnic communal engagements, gender relations, social issues in everyday relations, popular culture, revisionism, religion, ideology and identity. The programme also ensures that its scope and vision remain relevant and forward looking in the 21st century digital era by continuously upgrading its courses’ contents and teaching approaches. Special emphasis is therefore paid to the interdisciplinary nature of the programme and the relation between literature and new media. By doing so, the programme hopes to produce graduates who will be able to address the critical issues in the current and future modern world.

• The programme is well established with a track record of over 20 years and parked in a leading higher learning institution in Malaysia, which is also ranked among the top 200 Universities in the world.
• The postgraduate programme attracts a sizeable number of international students every year.
• All programmes are fully taught in English.
• You will find that the staff members are friendly, experienced and competent in their respective fields of expertise and able to provide both supervision and supportive advice.
• Students in this programme receive very strong publication support from the academic staff as the Centre for Research in Language and Linguistics hosts two WOS and Scopus indexed research journals, Gema Online Journal of Language Studies at http://ejournal.ukm.my/gema and 3L: Language, Linguistics, Literature at http://ejournals.ukm.my/3l

For the Masters Degree, students will take all the compulsory courses and choose three elective courses from the list below. The programme will also determine if the student needs to take a pre-requisite course. Pre-requisite courses will be deemed necessary if the student’s first degree is from a different discipline.

Compulsory Courses

SKBK6013 Critical Theory SKBK6023 Postcolonial Theory and Issues SKBK6123 Re-reading Canonical Texts SKBK6153 Parameters in Comparative Literature SKBK6033 Malaysian Literature in English SKBK6004 Research Methodology in Literary Studies SKBK601C Masters Thesis

Elective Courses

SKBK6113 Nation and Narration: Asia SKBK6133 Occidental Perspectives on Malaysia SKBK6173 Literature in Translation SKBK6183 Literary Studies in Action SKBK6193 Literature and Popular Culture

Pre-requisite Courses

SKBS1023 Critical Appreciation SKBS2213 Selected Literary Works

For the MPhil and PhD degrees, candidates will take the following courses which are compulsory: SKBK6004 Research Methodology in Literary Studies SKBK6014 Academic Writing in Literary Studies

Master of Arts (Postcolonial Literature in English)

Duration): 1½ – 4 years of study. Mode: Coursework and thesis (28 units of courses and a 12 unit thesis)

Master of Philosophy (Postcolonial Literature in English)

Duration: 2 – 4 years of study. Mode: Research only, candidates will have to pass a Viva Voce upon completion of study (oral defense of Thesis)

Doctor of Philosophy (Postcolonial Literature in English)

Duration: 3 – 6 years of study. Mode: Research only, candidates will have to pass a proposal defense in the early stage and a Viva Voce upon completion of study (oral defense of Thesis)

Contact: [email protected] , Tel: 603-89215144

Basic qualifications for Master of Arts and Master of Philosophy:

• A Bachelor’s degree from a higher education provider that is recognised by the UKM Senate and the Ministry of Higher Education, Malaysia, with a CGPA of 3.0 and above for Master of Arts and 3.65 and above for Master of Philosophy. Lower CGPAs will be considered if the applicant possesses work experience. A Diploma will be considered if the applicant has at least 5 years of work experience.
• English Language requirements: MUET Band 4, or TOEFL 550, or IELTS 6.5 or any other English Language qualification that is endorsed by the UKM Senate for international candidates.

Basic qualifications for Doctor of Philosophy:

• A Master’s degree (preferably in a related field) from a higher education provider that is recognised by the UKM Senate and the Ministry of Higher Education, Malaysia.

Bahasa Melayu (Malay Language) requirement

International candidates are required to enrol in two courses of Bahasa Melayu (2 units each) as determined by the University. An exemption can be granted to candidates who can produce proof of enrolment in an equivalent Bahasa Melayu course organised by other bodies that are recognised by UKM.

Doctor of Philosophy in English

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The Doctor of Philosophy in English program of Lincoln University College, Malaysia (LUC) is designed to help the students to maximize the benefits of research by advancing fundamental knowledge and contributing to efficacious public policy, improved health outcomes, economic prosperity, social cohesion, international development, community identity, arts, culture and the quality of life.

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The Doctor of Philosophy in English program of Lincoln University College, Malaysia (LUC) is designed to help the students to maximize the benefits of research by advancing fundamental knowledge and contributing to efficacious public policy, improved health outcomes, economic prosperity, social cohesion, international development, community identity, arts, culture and the quality of life. LUC not only provides a supportive research environment in which scholars at every stage of their career, can flourish and develop but also prepares a student for full participation as a scholar and literary critic in the profession.

Program Aim

The English Department seeks to teach and promote an understanding of both the significance and the history of British and American literature and to foster an appreciation of the richness and variety of texts in the language. It offers rigorous training in interpretive thinking and precise expression. This degree course enables the students to go for various English and its related jobs and aids one to keep pace with the expanding frontiers of knowledge. This doctoral degree provides research training relevant to the present social and economic objectives of the country.

Career Opportunities

Our doctoral program prepares students for academic careers at colleges and universities and for non-academic work in related fields. The faculty in the Department offer extensive preparation in methods for working in English Studies and supplement the official curriculum with a series of professional development workshops and colloquia, including sessions on developing academic, “alternative-academic,” and non-academic career search plans. After completion of this course the students are expected to find jobs and work as:

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PROGRAMME BY RESEARCH (PHD/MASTER)

UPM also offers more than 290 fields of study for programme by research that include: Master of Veterinary Science (M.V.Sc.) Master of Science (M.S.) Master of Arts (M.A) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Doctor of Engineering (Deng) Doktor Falsafah (PhD) by Retrospective The study cluster categories outlined below are applicable solely to postgraduates enrolled in UPM from Semester 1 of 2023/2024 session onwards.  For any inquiries, please contact the Students Financial Section at  [email protected] .

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The Faculty offers a PhD programme by research in languages and linguistics.

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) is University of Malaya’s premier research training degree. The pinnacle of academic achievement at University of Malaya, the Ph.D is awarded based on the foundation of the thesis prepared under supervision, resulting in an original and significant contribution, displaying extensive knowledge and comprehension of the subject and field of study.

Evaluated by independent experts using current and internationally accepted standards, the University’s Ph.D programme produces human capital, which is not only intellectual and skilful in modern technology but also very versatile and able to handle problems in real life situations. Ph.D. students will carry out focused research in their area of specialisation, which is of immediate relevance to local interest. Additionally, they will be alert to the challenges faced in the international arena through the media, seminars, conferences and keynote addresses, and also through research attachments and collaborative exchange arrangements with internationally recognised research centres.

The candidates will carry out focused research in their area of specialization, which is of immediate relevance to local interest. They will be alert to the challenges faced in the international arena through the seminars, conferences and many more.

Students may also choose to undertake research in the one of the following areas of specialization subject to the availability of academic staff to supervise them:

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The Ph.D programme is more than just an academic distinction. The programme is designed to ensure the fields of study remain relevant to the needs of today. At the same time, the candidates in pursuit of their Ph.D degrees foresee the changes of societal and industry standards, trends and behavioural patterns; the very same qualities that make them brilliant and effective leaders.

Language Requirement

A non-Malaysian applicant who wishes to follow a programme and/or write their dissertation in the English Language but whose degree is from a university or institution of higher learning where the medium of instruction for that degree is not the English Language must possess:

• A minimum score of 550 for a paper-based total, a score of 213 for a computer-based total, or a score of 80 for an internet-based total for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL); or
• At least a band 6 for the International English Language Testing System (IELTS)(ACADEMIC); or
• A score of 50 and above for the Pearson Test of Academic English (PTE)

A non-Malaysian applicant pursuing a programme of study and/or writing a dissertation in a language other than English Language, that is, Bahasa Malaysia and Arabic, which is related to his/her field of research prior to graduation is required to obtain:

• A minimum score of 400 for a paper-based total for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL); or
• At least a band of 4.0 for the International English Language Testing System (IELTS)(ACADEMIC)

Career Opportunity

Graduates from this programme can work, for example,

• In the media, advertising and publishing industry (e.g. script-writers, journalists, writers, editors, copywriters, proof-readers);
• In corporate communication;
• In the education industry (e.g. corporate trainers, language teachers/instructors, teacher educators, programme/curriculum developers, education managers/administrators at government and private schools and institutions, researchers and lecturers in higher education);
• As translators and interpreters;
• As language or linguistic consultants (e.g. linguistic and language-related fieldwork, researchers, analysing linguistic aspects of spoken and written texts).

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PhD (English Language & Literature Studies) -  School of Humanities

This field of study is to promote the study of the production, distribution and reception of texts, of their linguistic, rhetorical and literary structures and functions, and of internal and external forces that create literature in English Language. The programme aims to fulfil the needs of graduates who are interested in furthering their studies in Linguistics and English Language Studies.

The programme prepares students for entrance into the profession as both teachers and scholars.

Candidates who join this programme have the option of choosing part-time or full-time status to suit their personal and work schedule.

Research Thrust Areas:

1. English Language Studies

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• Literacy Studies [Reading & Writing]
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• English Literature
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• Corpus-based Language Studies

Expertise available in the following School: School of Humanities

Applicants should possess one of the following:

• A Master's degree in research mode; or
• A Master’s degree in related area with CGPA 3.00/4; or
• A Master’s degree in related area with CGPA 2.50-2.99/4 with additional requirements; or
• Bachelor’s degree in related area with minimum CGPA 3.67/4 (fast-track to PhD)

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The minimum score for each programme can be vary from the below list, candidates are required to check for each programme requirements.

• A minimum of Band 6 for IELTS; or
• A minimum score of 60 for TOEFL (Internet-based); or
• A minimum of Band 8.5 for TOEFL Essentials (Online); or
• A minimum score of 250 for Cambridge English: Advance (CAE)/Proficiency (CPE) /Preliminary (PET) /First (FCE)/ Linguaskill Online min. score 169; or
• A minimum score of 59 for Pearson Test of English (PTE); or
• A minimum of Band 109 for CIEP Level (ELS); or
• A minimum of Band 4 for Malaysian University English Test (MUET)

Exemption is given to candidate if:

• English is the candidate’s mother tongue or National Language; or
• Candidate graduated from an Institution of Higher Learning in which the medium of instruction at Bachelor and/or Master degree level is English (statement of proof required)
• Full-time: Min 4 semesters / Max 10 semesters
• Part-time: Min 6 semesters /Max 15 semesters

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M.A./Ph.D. in English Literature

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