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PhD (Lingustics) - School of Humanities

This programme of study is to provide a professional qualification and specialist training in the discipline, and may prepare for doctoral level study. The program aims to equip students with an understanding of key issues and research finding in applied linguistics, and with the skills to make a substantial professional contribution to the field. The program 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

Malay Linguistics/Translation and Interpretation

• Translation Studies
• Phonetic and Phonology of Malay Language
• Morphology of Malay Language
• Syntax of Malay Language
• Sociolinguistics
• Psycholinguistics
• Semantics and Pragmatics of Malay Language
• Discourse Studies
• Audiovisual Translation (Dubbling, Subtitling)
• Consecutive Interpreting
• Simultaneous Interpreting
• Translation of Advertisement
• Malay Language Studies
• Translation

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)

 (Applicable for International Applicants Only)

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 5 for IELTS; or
• A minimum score of 40 for TOEFL (Internet-based); or
• A minimum of Band 7.5 for TOEFL Essentials (Online); or
• A minimum score of 154 for Cambridge English: Advance (CAE)/Proficiency (CPE) /Preliminary (PET) /First (FCE)/ Linguaskill Online min. score 154; or
• A minimum score of 47 for Pearson Test of English (PTE); or
• A minimum of Band 109 for CIEP Level (ELS); or
• A minimum of Band 3.5 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

** Fees are subject to change

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35 Best universities for Linguistics in Malaysia

Updated: February 29, 2024

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Below is a list of best universities in Malaysia ranked based on their research performance in Linguistics. A graph of 454K citations received by 62.1K academic papers made by 35 universities in Malaysia was used to calculate publications' ratings, which then were adjusted for release dates and added to final scores.

We don't distinguish between undergraduate and graduate programs nor do we adjust for current majors offered. You can find information about granted degrees on a university page but always double-check with the university website.

1. University of Malaya

For Linguistics

2. National University of Malaysia

3. University of Technology Malaysia

4. University of Science, Malaysia

5. Putra Malaysia University

6. MARA University of Technology

7. International Islamic University Malaysia

8. Multimedia University

9. Northern University of Malaysia

10. Petronas Technology University

11. University of Malaysia, Sarawak

12. Tun Hussein Onn University of Malaysia

13. University of Malaysia Sabah

14. University of Malaysia, Pahang

15. University of Malaysia Perlis

16. Islamic Science University of Malaysia

17. Technical University of Malaysia, Melaka

18. Tenaga National University

19. Sultan Idris University of Education

20. University of Malaysia, Terengganu

21. Tunku Abdul Rahman University

22. Darul Iman University, Malaysia

23. Sunway University

24. University of Kuala Lumpur

25. UCSI University

26. University of Malaysia, Kelantan

27. International Medical University

28. Management and Science University

29. National Defence University of Malaysia

30. INTI International University

31. Tun Abdul Razak University

32. HELP University

33. University of Selangor

34. AIMST University

35. Limkokwing University of Creative Technology

The best cities to study Linguistics in Malaysia based on the number of universities and their ranks are Kuala Lumpur , Bangi , Johor Bahru , and George Town .

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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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The programme is designed to produce scholars and experts in Arabic who are committed to spiritual, moral, intellectual and creative excellence. In handling the programme, the department approaches the discipline from an Islamic perspective and emphasizes integration of knowledge by considering both the Arabic/Islamic intellectual heritage on language and modern linguistic scholarship. Modern techniques and methods of research also receive attention in the programme in order to prepare graduates who are able to face contemporary challenges.

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This is a full time and a part-time programme that requires a minimum of 3 years (6 semesters) and  5 years (10 semesters) respectively to complete. The maximum period allowed for the programme is 6 years (12 semesters) for the former and 8 years (16 semesters) for the latter.

Candidates are trained in research methods, Islamisation of human knowledge and a specialised area in history to prepare them for the challenging task of producing original research in the form of a dissertation/thesis. The expected length of the dissertation/thesis is around 80,000 - 100,000 words and it must be written in Arabic. Areas in which the candidates can specialise include theoretical and applied linguistics, syntax, morphology, semantics, lexicography and translation studies.

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• Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in the relevant discipline with good grades from institutions recognized by the Senate of the University.
• Master’s degree in relevant discipline or its equivalent with good grades.
• Arabic and English proficiency levels at the following minimum score: IIUM's Arabic Placement Test (APT) :  7.0 TOEFL (Paper Based) : 500 IELTS : Band 5
• A good grade is normally interpreted as a minimum cumulative grade points average (CGPA) of 3.0 on the scale of 4 or its equivalent.
• Candidates are required to provide evidence of English proficiency by submitting their proficiency certificates before the beginning of the programme. If they fail to do so, they will be required to sit for the IIUM-administered English Placement Test (EPT).
• Candidates who fail to obtain the required proficiency but are still interested to join the programme must take pre-sessional English courses at the university's Centre for Languages (CELPAD) or other recognized institutions.

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Welcome to the Department of Malaysian Languages and Applied Linguistics , Faculty of Languages and Linguistics, University of Malaya!

The Department of Malaysian Languages and Applied Linguistics was set up in 1998 with the first intake of undergraduate students. The staff members in the Department also conduct Malay language courses for international students at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. At present, the Department has 16 staff members who engage in teaching and research in the languages taught in the Department and translation studies.

The Department provides students with an education that emphasizes creativity and life-long learning. As a result, they can easily adapt to a wide range of professions. Graduates of the Department majoring in either Chinese or Tamil Language; will be equipped with a high degree of proficiency in these languages, and excellent interpersonal communication skills. Our graduates work in both the public and private sectors, especially in the fields of education, mass media and other language related fields.

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Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM)

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Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS)

THE World Ranking: 1501

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THE World Ranking: 251

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THE World Ranking: 501

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