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| Description | Doctor of Philosophy (Dance Studies) is a program designed for students to conduct research based on the latest issues in the field of Dance by detailing a clear and specific scope. Using theory in producing critical discussions, the program can stimulate creative and critical thinking in the process of analyzing research data. This can contribute to a new discovery in the field of Dance that results from research conducted scientifically based on certain methodologies. The Doctor of Philosophy (Dance Studies) is offered via research mode that produces a thesis at the end of the study. |
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| Name of Institution | UNIVERSITI PENDIDIKAN SULTAN IDRIS (UPSI) |
| Qualification | Doctoral Degree |
| Course Duration | 48 months |
| NEC Field | Music and performing arts |
| Entry Requirements | A master’s degree from the Sultan Idris Education University or any institution of higher learning recognised by the Senate; OR Other qualifications recognised by the Senate; AND Fullfilment of specific entry requirements imposed by the faculty concerned, as the case may be. |
| English Requirement | 1. Mandatory English Language Proficiency Requirement: All international applicants must provide evidence of English language proficiency by achieving the minimum score in one of the following recognized tests: TOEFL: Internet-based Test (iBT) / iBT Home Edition: 46 TOEFL Essentials: 8 Paper-based Test (PBT): 500 Computer-based Test (CBT): 173 International English Language Testing System (IELTS) / IELTS Online: 5.5 Cambridge English Qualification: B2 First / 160 Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) / PTE Academic Online: 51 Malaysian University English Test (MUET): Band 4.0 Cambridge Linguaskill: B2 APTIS by British Council: B2 Equivalent Test (CEFR B2 Level): Any other test deemed equivalent to Level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. Note: Online English proficiency tests not listed above will not be accepted. 2. Requirements for Applicants Not Meeting Standard Scores: International applicants who do not meet the minimum scores outlined above are subject to the following mandatory requirements: English Qualification Minimum Score Required Action IELTS or Equivalent 5.0 or equivalent Candidates can register under IGS and simultaneously need to register for an English Competency Course AND re-sit for the English Competency Test, achieving MUET Band 4.5 or equivalent within two (2) semesters. IELTS or Equivalent < 3.0 – 4.5 or equivalent The candidate is not eligible to apply and must meet the standard English language qualification requirements outlined in point 1. Export to Sheets 3. Exemptions to the General English Requirement: Exemption from the general English language requirement may be granted in the following cases: Citizenship and Academic Background: Candidates originating from a country where English is the primary language of speech or who obtained an academic qualification from such a country. This exemption also applies to candidates from Commonwealth countries. Medium of Instruction: Candidates whose academic qualification was obtained from an institution where English was the medium of instruction. A letter from the university verifying this must be provided. Field of Study (Malay Language): Candidates pursuing a field of study in Malay or a field where Malay is the medium of instruction. Cognate Countries (Specific): Candidates from cognate countries (Indonesia, Singapore, Brunei, and South Thailand). However, if the candidate intends to write their thesis in English, they must still meet the standard English language requirements. Malaysian Local University Graduates: Candidates who obtained their academic qualification from a Malaysian local university. Specific Programmes (Arabic Language Focus): Candidates applying for the following programmes: Master of Art / Doctor of Philosophy in Arabic Language Master of Art / Doctor of Philosophy in Syariah Master of Art / Doctor of Philosophy in Usuluddin Master of Education / Doctor of Philosophy in Islamic Education AND will write their thesis in Arabic Language, subject to fulfilling one of the following graduation requirements: Submitting a minimum IELTS band score of 3.0 or equivalent before graduation. |
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| Scholarship | No Scholarship Available |
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