City University

City University Malaysia Provides high-quality industry and market-driven education courses and programs to cultivate knowledge-based, socially responsible leaders and managers. Cultivate high-quality graduates to maintain a balance between professional skills, communication skills, curiosity, ethical behavior, and employability for lifelong learning. To become a recognized leading university of higher learning, unswervingly pursuing excellence and perfection.

Course Information

Academic Qualification

PhD

Duration

3.0 years

Intake

January, May, September

English Requirement

Class Type

Research

Offer Letter

Free

Yearly Tuition Fees

First Year

13,000

MYR

Second Year

14,200

MYR

Third Year

11,040

MYR

Total Tuition Fees 38,240 MYR

Other Fees

Application Fees + Visa 3,150 MYR

International Administration fee 8,000 MYR

Completion Processing 1,000 MYR

Total Additional Fees 12,150 MYR

Grand Total (All Fees) 50,390 MYR

Course Overview

The Doctor of Philosophy in Performing Arts at City University is designed to cultivate visionary leaders and educators in the performing arts industry. This program equips graduates with advanced research skills and comprehensive knowledge, preparing them for roles such as artistic directors, cultural policymakers, academic leaders, consultants, arts administrators, researchers, entrepreneurs, and innovators.

Program Structure

Year 1: Research Methodology
Year 2: Dissertation
Year 3: Dissertation

Entry Requirements

Master’s Degree (Level 7, MQF) or equivalent accepted by the HEPs Senate.
Submit a portfolio of creative/production work of professional standards.
Be an active practitioner in the performing arts industry for the last 5 years.
Pass an interview/audition.
For international students: Minimum IELTS score of 5.0 or equivalent.

Career Opportunities

Artistic Director
Cultural Policymaker
Academic Leader
Consultant
Arts Administrator
Researcher
Entrepreneur
Innovator

Highlights

Duration: 3 years
Credit Hours: 80
Intakes: January/February, May/June, September/October
Mode: Full-time and Part-time
Campus: Petaling Jaya

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