Doctor of Philosophy (Creative Arts and Media) at the University of Wollongong Malaysia is a research doctorate focused on digital media, communication and creative practice.
Malaysia
University of Wollongong
PhD
Media
In-person
5 Years
US$3,359
N/A
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Doctor of Philosophy (Creative Arts and Media) at the University of Wollongong Malaysia is a research doctorate focused on digital media, communication and creative practice. It is built around speculative inquiry and original contribution to knowledge in the creative disciplines, with candidates working through a structured research process from proposal to thesis and viva voce.
The programme places emphasis on advanced research capability, critical analysis and practical research through design. Students are supported through communities of practice and academic discourse as they explore new approaches to creative research. With a 3-5 year full-time duration, it offers a substantial in-person doctoral experience for candidates developing specialist expertise in creative arts and media.
Sociology
Media Studies
Cinema and Television studies
Digital Entertainment
Communications
Creative Industries
Digital Ethnography
Digital Art and Design
Visual and Spatial Communication
Screen Production
Creative Writing
Upon completion of research and thesis, candidate will undergo an oral presentation, chaired by experts in the field.
Doctor of Philosophy (Creative Arts and Media) at the University of Wollongong Malaysia is a research doctorate focused on digital media, communication and creative practice.
Doctor of Philosophy (Creative Arts and Media) takes 5 years and is delivered in person.
Doctor of Philosophy (Creative Arts and Media) centres on independent research with academic supervision and formal progress milestones.
Academic entry requirements include Master Degree: See the published academic entry requirements. English evidence may include IELTS 6.0.
The estimated international tuition fee is US$3,359 per year.
| Curriculum | Required Score |
|---|---|
| Master Degree | Accepted pathways
|
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Additional assessment | Additional assessmentCandidates MUST undergo and pass interview and submission of portfolio and research proposal. |
| Research structure | Research structure
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| Test | Score |
|---|---|
| IELTS | Band 6.0 |
| TOEFL iBT | Minimum score 60 |
| TOEFL Essentials | Minimum score 8.5 |
| Cambridge English | 169 |
| PTE Academic | 59 |
| Details | Fee |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | US$3,359 |
| Year 2 | US$3,359 |
| Year 3 | US$3,359 |
| Year 4 | US$3,359 |
| Year 5 | US$3,359 |
| Estimated total | US$16,795 |
Fee amounts are estimates based on university-published international student fee information available at the time of publication. Actual fees may change by intake and may vary because of exchange rates, taxes, or university updates.