DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY
KPT / JPT( N / 0300 / 8 / 0002) 08 / 31- MQA / PSA 17705
Undertaking a PhD at Monash is one of the most challenging and rewarding experiences we can offer you. Be part of a proud tradition of research excellence.
The program consists of an extensive, independent research project in your discipline of choice, supported by a minimum of two academic supervisors throughout your candidature. Your study will result in a research thesis which makes a valuable contribution to the current body of knowledge in your chosen field.
Areas of research
• Anthropology( visual and urban)
• Climate change
• Communications
• Critical Asian studies
• Cultural studies
• Development studies
• Film and television studies
• Gender and sexuality studies
• History
• Human geography
• International political economy
• International relations
• Internet studies
• Literary studies
• Media studies
• Migration studies
• Politics / political science
• Religious studies
• Sociology
• Theology
• Urban studies.
Professional development
This module is a selection of research, teaching, professional and career-related development workshops and seminars designed to give our PhD graduates a competitive edge when it comes to employment opportunities.
It is built around skills that are in demand in a professional environment, including project management, team building, leadership and other soft skills that academia and the private sector value.
Enrolling in the professional development mode will require you to complete a minimum of 120 hours of activities. These activities are offered under two topics:
• Excellence in Research and Teaching, which is designed to develop knowledge, skills and abilities that are immediately relevant to academic life.
• Professionalism, Innovation and Career, which focuses on developing the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to apply your expertise within and beyond academia.
Following these compulsory modules, you’ re free to explore a variety of modules that are made available online and on-campus. These include a module that encourages you to undertake practical training through teaching and participation in other academic activities, sessions on various methodologies in the humanities and social sciences, and relevant skills and information including workshops on publication and thesis writing.
3 – 4 years( full-time) 6 – 8 years( part-time)*
Your PhD research project is to be conceived from the outset as clearly achievable within three years equivalent full time, and you’ re expected to complete your degree within three to four years equivalent full time.
Throughout the year
( subject to availability of supervision)
Research
RM47,040 Malaysian student
RM53,280 International student 2025 fees per year
CAREER OUTCOMES As a graduate of this degree, you will have developed finely-honed research skills, a dedicated area of specialisation, in-depth methodological training in your field, and a wealth of academic experience.
A doctoral degree typically helps graduates kickstart careers in academia, and can also open up a wide variety of research and analysis-based roles in external organisations. You’ ll find that the skills, professional networks, and relationships developed over the course of this degree endure across many different career trajectories and leave you well-positioned to make an impact in industry or community upon graduation.
* Part-time study is not available for international students.
One of the most invaluable experiences of my time at Monash was meeting people with different ideas and experiences. Being at Monash meant we had one aspect of our identity in common, which allowed us to explore each other’ s points of view respectfully even when we didn’ t agree. And, of course, I also met and interacted with like-minded people. Both of these experiences fostered a healthy exchange of ideas that broadened my perspective and helped me develop new ideas and views on the things that matter to me.”
DR VIZLA KUMARESAN
Doctor of Philosophy Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Ara Damansara Medical Centre
Vizla’ s PhD research looked into Malaysian trans men’ s decision-making on masculinity, exploring how trans men reconcile identifying as male while being perceived and treated as females, and how they resolved transitioning as men in a patriarchal socio-political environment that enforces strict gender identities and roles. Aside from providing insights into the lives of trans men in Malaysia, her research advocates for gender equality and justice in the real world.
Vizla is in the process of setting up an organisation focusing on addressing misogyny and hate speech against LGBT people, with the hopes of effecting change for gender justice.
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