The PhD programme at SoEd provides an opportunity to work at the cutting edge in education. The programme is rigorous and exacting while also nurturing and supportive.
Develop an independent thinking approach and a unique expertise in research interests with Taylor’s Doctor of Philosophy in Education.
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PHD BY PRIOR PUBLICATION MODE
PhD by Prior Publication is a pathway to achieve a Doctoral award. The candidate’s publications before registration are included in the submission for the Doctoral award.
Full-Time Programme
Part-Time Programme
Certified
Normal and Prior Publication
*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:
i. Within 1 year for full time and within 2 years for part-time candidates;
ii. Having shown competency and capability in conducting research at doctoral level through rigorous internal evaluation.
iii. Approval of the Taylor’s University Senate.
*Students without a qualification in the related fields or relevant working experience requires to undergo and pass a bridging module.
*Any of the condition of the above would require student’s research proposal to be approved.
*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. The above entry requirements serve as a guideline. Readers are responsible to verify the information by contacting the university’s Admissions Department.
1) How long is the candidature?
The minimum duration of candidature is 6 months and must not exceed 2 years.
2) What are the criteria for the award of the degree?
The minimum requirement for the award of the degree is to:
(a) Pass thesis examination and viva-voce/ oral examination.
(b) Confirmation of meeting minimum candidature period (from the first day of intake commencement to confirmation of satisfactory amendment of thesis/dissertation by examiners).
3) How will progression tracking be done?
Progression tracking is done by monitoring of research progress periodically through:
a) Regular consultation with the supervisors (supervisor-supervisee log);
b) Progress report; and Seminars (research seminar, thesis completion seminar).
Students are required to pass the Research Methodology modules (6 credit hours) in the first year of their candidature.
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.
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The PhD programme at SoEd provides an opportunity to work at the cutting edge in education. The programme is rigorous and exacting while also nurturing and supportive.
* Fees will be reviewed annually. For the avoidance of doubt, Taylor’s reserves the right to revise the fee payable for any given semester.
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