Universities with Doctoral Degree (PhD) courses in Mass Communication & Media

Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) is Malaysia’s top private university, recognized globally with a QS "5 Stars Plus" rating and ranked in the Top 2.2% of universities worldwide in the QS World University Rankings 2024. Positioned #611-620 globally and #186 in Asia, APU is the #1 choice for international students in Malaysia, ranking #16 globally for international enrollment as of June 2023. Facts about Asia Pacific University ranking (in the latest QS World University...

SEGi University and Colleges (SEGi) stands as the largest group of higher education institutions in Malaysia, boasting a vibrant community of over 16,000 students hailing from approximately 85 countries worldwide. With an impressive 40% of its student body being international students and a dedicated 9.1% of foreign faculty staff, SEGi offers a richly diverse and inclusive environment for academic growth and cultural exchange.  This university has 4 campuses ( UEP Subang Jaya , Kuala...

Sunway University is a leading not-for-profit private university committed to the pursuit of education through scholarship, research and enterprise. It is ranked among the top 2% of universities in Asia and rated as a 5-star institution by Quacquarelli Symonds. The University has also been awarded a 5-Star rating in the SETARA 2017 assessment of Malaysian Higher Education Institutions, and is one of only eleven universities in Malaysia to be awarded the Premier Digital Technology University...

UCSI University is a leading private university in Malaysia, ranked #14 in the QS Asian University Rankings (Southeast Asia) 2024 and among the top 300 globally in the QS World University Rankings 2024. UCSI stands out for its strong academic reputation.  Founded in 1986 and achieving full university status in 2008, UCSI University has grown into a leading private university, offering industry-driven programs and preparing students for the modern world. UCSI University is recognized globally...

Monash University Malaysia's School of Arts and Social Sciences is a faculty dedicated to studying the world and all that forms it as we know it. Bachelor degrees and Master pathways are offered to expose students to be aware of the challenges brought about by digital media, globalisation and cross-cultural exchange through many different platforms, cases and mediums. Through SASS's units, students will learn about the interconnectedness of the world and the interdependency of mankind;...

Lincoln University College (LUC), located in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, was originally established in 2002 as Lincoln College (LC). In 2011, it achieved university status and was rebranded as Lincoln University College. Lincoln University College is one of the premier private institutions of higher education approved by the Ministry of Higher Education and Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA- National Accreditation Board). Lincoln University College, Malaysia, proudly ranks #185 in the QS...

Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) was officially launched on 13 August 2002 as a not-for-profit private university providing affordable quality education. It is established under the UTAR Education Foundation and registered under the Malaysian Private Higher Educational Institutions Act 1996. Guided by its vision to be a global university of educational excellence, UTAR is highly reputed as one of the fastest growing private higher education institutions in the country with phenomenal...

Founded in 1986, HELP University is a private institution in Malaysia known for its strong business programs and international partnerships. HELP University is ranked #=74 in the Asian University Rankings for South Eastern Asia in 2024. Globally, it is ranked 4618th overall and 1957th in Clinical Psychology in the 2024 rankings.  Known for its twinning programs, students can start their studies in Malaysia and complete their degrees abroad at prestigious universities like the University of...

Established in 1984, City University Malaysia is one of prominent low-cost private universities in Malaysia. It is known for its commitment to providing quality and afforadable education. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various fields, including business, engineering, technology, health sciences, and social sciences.  In global rankings, it is listed among the top 20,000 universities worldwide. Additionally, it received a "COMPETITIVE"...

Infrastructure University Kuala Lumpur (IUKL) is the first infrastructure university in Malaysia, focusing on integrating both hard and soft aspects of infrastructure. IUKL is one of the top-ranked universities in Malaysia. It holds a 5-star rating in the Teaching and Facilities category according to the 2020 QS Rating System and is recognized as the only Infrastructure University in Malaysia. For over 20 years, Infrastructure University Kuala Lumpur (IUKL) has been educating scholars in...

Founded in 1994 by Telekom Malaysia, Multimedia University (MMU) is Malaysia's first private university and a premier research institution located in Cyberjaya and Melaka. Initially established as the Institute of Telecommunication and Information Technology, it was renamed Universiti Telekom in 1996 before becoming Multimedia University in 1999. MMU has a strong commitment to equipping graduates for the digital future, particularly in the fields of information technology and...

Taylor's University is currently ranked #251 in the QS World University Rankings for 2025, reflecting its position among the top 1% of elite universities globally. Since its inception in 1969, Taylor’s has continuously provided excellent services for its students in terms of diverse study options, relevant curriculum and teaching methods, ongoing partnerships with leading universities worldwide, strong industry linkages, up-to- date facilities and well-equipped campuses. Taylor’s University...

The University of the West of England (UWE Bristol) is a thriving, modern university offering a wide range of highly respected courses and employment-enhancing opportunities in Bristol, one of the UK's most vibrant and desirable cities. Attracting students from 140 different countries and with over 27,000 students and 3,000 staff, UWE Bristol is a diverse and exciting place to study in the UK.

The roots of the University of Wolverhampton lie in the 19th century growth of Mechanics Institutes, providing vocational and general education for working men. In Wolverhampton the Free Library (1870) developed technical, scientific, commercial and general classes, while a School of Art, established in 1851, had been developed into the Municipal School for Art in new buildings by 1885. By 1903, we had courses in coach building, house painting and pattern making. The University has eight...

The University of Worcester is a British university, based in Worcester, Worcestershire, England. It was granted university status in September 2005. The university guide of the Times newspaper rates the university at place 81 (shared with Teesside University) out of 114 institutions. The University of Worcester is the UK's fastest growing University. Applications increased by 10.6% in 2009 and by 100% since 2004. The University has consistently recorded the largest increases in applications...

The University of Dundee is a global institution with over 16,000 students and 3,000 staff from around 140 different countries. We have a focus on teaching traditional and professional degrees using innovative approaches and we are one of the UK’s top 20 universities (Guardian University Guide 2021). The University of Dundee is split into ten Schools, each one with a focus on a different set of academic disciplines: ·   Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art & Design ·   School of Business ·  ...

Swinburne University of Technology is a progressive Australian public university focused on high-impact global research, high-quality teaching and active engagement with both industry and the community. It is based in Melbourne, Victoria, and was founded by the Honourable George Swinburne in 1908. It achieved university status in June 1992. Today there are more than 18,000 students enrolled in Higher education and an estimated 14,000 students enrolled in Technical and Further Education...

With its strong presence reaching to 3 continents of the world, Limkokwing University established itself as an international University that accommodates quality learning experience to more than 30,000 students. These students come from all walk of life from over 150 countries in one of its 12 campuses in countries such as United Kingdom, Swaziland, Malaysia, Indonesia, Cambodia, China, and many more. This institution is widely renowned for its established approach to delivering education by...

Curtin University, Malaysia (Curtin Malaysia) is the first offshore campus and largest international campus of Curtin University, Western Australia (Curtin Perth), an Australian university ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide in the highly regarded Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) 2017. It is also the first foreign university campus to be established in East Malaysia in 1999. Like its Australian parent, Curtin Malaysia has a very global focus with over 5,000 students...

The University of East London (UEL) is a vibrant, modern university with a highly diverse population of 19,000 students drawn from more than 120 nationalities. We stand for academic excellence, creative thinking and inspirational teaching. We enjoy a superb location in east London, just a short train ride from the city centre. Our two campuses are in the rapidly evolving Royal Docks area and in nearby Stratford – famous for hosting the 2012 London Olympics and Paralympics. The area is one of...

International University of Malaya-Wales (IUMW) is a private university located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. IUMW was established based on a mutual partnership between the University of Malaya (UM) & the University of Wales, UK. Leveraging on both universities' outstanding achievement, together with its own band of academicians, IUMW offers an array of undergraduate and postgraduate courses to both local and international students. The first university in the country to offer the Dual Award...

Torrens University Australia is registered as a self-accrediting Australian university by the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA). TEQSA is Australia’s regulatory and quality agency for higher education and its primary aim is to ensure that students receive a quality education at any Australian higher education provider. Torrens University Australia’s programs comply with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). Torrens' Academic Council, a subcommittee of the...