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Embark on a journey of intellectual exploration and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the field of Hospitality and Tourism with our PhD (Hospitality & Tourism) programme. Designed for individuals with a passion for research and a drive for independent thinking, this programme offers a platform to develop a unique expertise in your chosen research interest.

 

As a PhD candidate, you will have the opportunity to delve deep into your area of interest, conducting rigorous research and contributing new insights, ideas, and theories to the field. Our programme is built on the principles of intellectual curiosity, critical analysis, and originality, empowering you to make a significant impact in the realm of Hospitality and Tourism.

School
Hospitality, Tourism and Events

Intake Month

February, April, June, September and October

Study Options

Full time or part time

Study Programme

3 to 6-year (full time)

4 to 8-year (part time)

Research-focused

Curriculum

2 Modes

Normal and Prior Publication

Accreditation
by MQA

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Key Highlights of Doctor of Philosophy in Hospitality & Tourism

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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
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This comprehensive programme is designed to provide you with a transformative research experience and equip you with the skills and knowledge to become a leading expert in your field. Throughout your PhD journey, you will engage in cutting-edge research, pushing the boundaries of knowledge and making significant contributions to your chosen discipline. 

Duration

Duration

Full time

3 – 6 years 

Part time

4 – 8 years

Note: All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.

Research Methodology

Research Methodology

Students are required to pass the following modules (6 credit hours) in the first year of their candidature:

 

Year 1

  • Research Method for Social Science (Core Module)
  • Qualitative Research Methods / Quantitative Research Methods

Note: All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.

Key Research Areas

Key Research Areas

At Taylor's University, we believe research can help shape the future. Our postgraduate research programmes cover a broad range of topics with the aim to help shape the future in the aspects of society, technology, economy, and environment.

 

Find out more about our research areas.

 

Tourism & Hospitality Business Operation Management

  • Hotel Management
  • Human Resource Management
  • Knowledge Management
  • Organisational Behaviour
  • Consumer Behaviour
  • Service Marketing

 

 

Tourism & Hospitality Business Development Management

  • Entrepreneurship
  • Environmental Management
  • Real Estate Development

Tourism, Event & Recreational Management

  • Application of Technology in Tourism
  • Economics of Tourism
  • Poverty Alleviation via Tourism
  • Social & Cultural Impacts of Tourism
  • Special Interest Tourism
  • Sport & Event Management
  • Sustainable and Responsible Tourism

 

 

Hiring Graduate Students

Hiring Graduate Students

More than 300 postgraduates have chosen Taylor's to fulfil their research aspiration. Join us and contribute to our innovative and progressive research projects here.
Who Should Join This Programme?

Who Should Join This Programme?

Candidates with a bachelor’s degree who are interested to deepen their understanding of the hospitality and tourism industries.

We offered two entry pathway for this PhD programme, which is normal mode and prior to publication mode. Our PhD by Prior Publication mode provides a unique pathway for you to achieve a Doctoral award based on your existing body of work. We recognise the value of your prior publications and include them as a significant part of your submission for the Doctoral award.

Normal Mode

Normal Mode

Masters

 

Masters in the field or related fields; OR

 

Bachelor’s Degree

 

Passed Bachelor’s degree in the field or related fields with min. CGPA 3.67 and registered as a Masters candidate and passed related qualifying assessment

 

Other equivalent qualification

 

  • Any other equivalent qualification recognized by Malaysian government or accepted by the Taylor's University Senate and Any of condition of the above would require student's research proposal to be approved.
  • English Requirement for international students: IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL 79 (Internet Based Test) (May join IEN preparatory course and achieve the IELTS score) The validity of the IELTS or equivalent is within 2 years from the date of the examination.
  • Students without a qualification in the related fields or relevant working experience requires to undergo and pass a bridging module.

 

Accelerated PhD

 

Bachelor’s degree candidates who are registered for master’s degree programmes may apply to convert to the doctoral degree programmes subjected to the following conditions:

  • Within 1 year for full time and within 2 years for part-time candidates.
  • Having shown competency and capability in conducting research at doctoral level through rigorous internal evaluation.
  • Approval of the Taylor’s University Senate.

Note:

  1. Students without a qualification in the related fields or relevant working experience requires to undergo and pass a bridging module.
  2. Any of the above conditions would require student's research proposal to be approved.
  3. All information is subject to change. The above entry requirements serve as a guideline. Readers are responsible to verify the information by contacting the university's Admissions Department.  All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.
Prior Publication Mode

Prior Publication Mode

You will need to fulfil one of the below
  • Obtain a master's degree in the field or related fields accepted by the HEP Senate
  • Obtain other qualifications equivalent to a master's degree recognised by the Government of Malaysia

 

Candidates without a related qualification in the field/s or working experience in the relevant fields must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses determined by the HEP

 

 

In addition to the above criteria, those who want to join Doctoral Degree by Retrospective or Prior Publication mode must include the below to the formal application:

 

  1. Minimum of 5 publications in alignment with the theme of the specialisation;
  2. An executive summary of the above publications establishing
  3. The theme that connects the published works to be submitted (up to 1,000 words);
  4. Contribution to knowledge in the field of the proposed area of study (up to 1,000 words)
  5. A list of scholarly published work;
  6. Curriculum Vitae (CV)

 

For international candidates, evidence of English Language Proficiency as determined by the intake standards approved by the Senate

 

A Selection Committee must be established to review the formal application for PhD by Retrospective or Prior Publication and recommend to the Senate to obtain approval.

 

Criteria for published works

  1. Published work must encompass high-quality journals, monographs, books, research-based chapters in books, electronic publications which have not been used to obtain other awards or deemed a part of those awards.
  2. The publications must be published within a period not exceeding ten (10) years from the date of submission.
  3. For the five (5) nominated publications, the candidate must be the principal author with the contributions of others clearly defined.

Note: All information is subject to change. The above entry requirements serve as a guideline. Readers are responsible to verify the information by contacting the university's Admissions Department.

When you've successfully completed this Doctor of Philosophy in Hospitality & Tourism programme, you could embark on any of these exciting careers, including:

  • Managers (hotel, airlines, resorts, F&B, spa and wellness centres)
  • Academia
  • Civil servant
  • Organisers & Planners (concerts, festivals, MICE, weddings)
  • Cruise Industry (accommodation, entertainment, leisure)
  • Hospitality Consultant
  • Business Owner

How long is the candidature?

How long is the candidature?

The minimum duration of candidature is 6 months and must not exceed 2 years.

What are the criteria for the award of the degree?

What are the criteria for the award of the degree?

The minimum requirement for the award of the degree is to:

 

  1. Pass thesis examination and viva-voce/ oral examination.
  2. Confirmation of meeting minimum candidature period (from the first day of intake commencement to confirmation of satisfactory amendment of thesis/dissertation by examiners).
How will progression tracking be done?

How will progression tracking be done?

Progression tracking is done by monitoring of research progress periodically through:

 

  1. Regular consultation with the supervisors (supervisor-supervisee log);
  2. Progress report; and Seminars (research seminar, thesis completion seminar).

Doctor of Philosophy in Hospitality & Tourism

I am Approximate Total Fees (Normal Mode) Approximate Total Fees (Prior Publication Mode)
Local Student
MYR 48,650 (Full-Time)
MYR 36,576 (Part-Time)
MYR 35,700 (Full-Time)
International Student
USD 15,552 (Full-Time)
USD 11,997 (Full-Time)

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