Universities in Malaysia with Doctoral Degree (PhD) courses in Communication, Media

Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) is Malaysia’s top private university, recognized globally with a QS "5 Stars Plus" rating and ranked in the Top 2.2% of universities worldwide in the QS World University Rankings 2024. Positioned #611-620 globally and #186 in Asia, APU is the #1 choice for international students in Malaysia, ranking #16 globally for international enrollment as of June 2023. Facts about Asia Pacific University ranking (in the latest QS World University...

Management and Science University (MSU) has made a significant impact in higher education, both locally and internationally. Recognized in the University Ranking Malaysia, MSU is celebrated for offering some of the best programs in Malaysia. Their commitment to quality education has earned the Tier 5 Excellence rating twice from the Ministry of Higher Education of Malaysia. Management & Science University (MSU) is recognized for its outstanding rankings, positioning it as one of the premier...

Sunway University is a leading not-for-profit private university committed to the pursuit of education through scholarship, research and enterprise. It is ranked among the top 2% of universities in Asia and rated as a 5-star institution by Quacquarelli Symonds. The University has also been awarded a 5-Star rating in the SETARA 2017 assessment of Malaysian Higher Education Institutions, and is one of only eleven universities in Malaysia to be awarded the Premier Digital Technology University...

SEGi University and Colleges (SEGi) stands as the largest group of higher education institutions in Malaysia, boasting a vibrant community of over 16,000 students hailing from approximately 85 countries worldwide. With an impressive 40% of its student body being international students and a dedicated 9.1% of foreign faculty staff, SEGi offers a richly diverse and inclusive environment for academic growth and cultural exchange.  This university has 4 campuses ( UEP Subang Jaya , Kuala...

UCSI University is a leading private university in Malaysia, ranked #14 in the QS Asian University Rankings (Southeast Asia) 2024 and among the top 300 globally in the QS World University Rankings 2024. UCSI stands out for its strong academic reputation.  Founded in 1986 and achieving full university status in 2008, UCSI University has grown into a leading private university, offering industry-driven programs and preparing students for the modern world. UCSI University is recognized globally...

Founded in 1994 by Telekom Malaysia, Multimedia University (MMU) is Malaysia's first private university and a premier research institution located in Cyberjaya and Melaka. Initially established as the Institute of Telecommunication and Information Technology, it was renamed Universiti Telekom in 1996 before becoming Multimedia University in 1999. MMU has a strong commitment to equipping graduates for the digital future, particularly in the fields of information technology and...

Established on 23rd August 1999, Universiti Selangor (UNISEL) stands as a pioneering institution in the Malaysian educational landscape. As the first state-owned and managed university in Selangor, its inception was driven by a noble aspiration: to elevate Selangor into a premier educational hub within the region. Despite its governmental backing, UNISEL is uniquely classified as a private university, owing to its distinct funding structure independent of Malaysian federal resources. This...

Monash University Malaysia's School of Arts and Social Sciences is a faculty dedicated to studying the world and all that forms it as we know it. Bachelor degrees and Master pathways are offered to expose students to be aware of the challenges brought about by digital media, globalisation and cross-cultural exchange through many different platforms, cases and mediums. Through SASS's units, students will learn about the interconnectedness of the world and the interdependency of mankind;...

Taylor's University is currently ranked #251 in the QS World University Rankings for 2025, reflecting its position among the top 1% of elite universities globally. Since its inception in 1969, Taylor’s has continuously provided excellent services for its students in terms of diverse study options, relevant curriculum and teaching methods, ongoing partnerships with leading universities worldwide, strong industry linkages, up-to- date facilities and well-equipped campuses. Taylor’s University...

Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) was officially launched on 13 August 2002 as a not-for-profit private university providing affordable quality education. It is established under the UTAR Education Foundation and registered under the Malaysian Private Higher Educational Institutions Act 1996. Guided by its vision to be a global university of educational excellence, UTAR is highly reputed as one of the fastest growing private higher education institutions in the country with phenomenal...

Approved by the Malaysia’s Ministry of Higher Education and Malaysian Qualifying Agency (MQA-National Accreditation Board), Lincoln University College is, in fact, a premier private institution of higher education that is focused on ensuring that students can get access to quality education. Students’ needs in achieving an in-depth foundation of knowledge is highly prioritized by the founders and administrators of LINCOLN as part of their role in being dedicated academicians. These potential...

Founded in 1986, HELP University is a private institution in Malaysia known for its strong business programs and international partnerships. HELP University is ranked #=74 in the Asian University Rankings for South Eastern Asia in 2024. Globally, it is ranked 4618th overall and 1957th in Clinical Psychology in the 2024 rankings.  Known for its twinning programs, students can start their studies in Malaysia and complete their degrees abroad at prestigious universities like the University of...

Infrastructure University Kuala Lumpur (IUKL) is the first infrastructure university in Malaysia, focusing on integrating both hard and soft aspects of infrastructure. IUKL is one of the top-ranked universities in Malaysia. It holds a 5-star rating in the Teaching and Facilities category according to the 2020 QS Rating System and is recognized as the only Infrastructure University in Malaysia. For over 20 years, Infrastructure University Kuala Lumpur (IUKL) has been educating scholars in...

International University of Malaya-Wales (IUMW) is a private university located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. IUMW was established based on a mutual partnership between the University of Malaya (UM) & the University of Wales, UK. Leveraging on both universities' outstanding achievement, together with its own band of academicians, IUMW offers an array of undergraduate and postgraduate courses to both local and international students. The first university in the country to offer the Dual Award...

At the School of Graduate Studies (SGS), it plays a key role at being a service and administrative centre to provide assistance to postgraduate students when registration at UPM and other processes involved after the completion of their studies. Since its establishment in 1978, it was given a bigger role as a service centre that possesses a status equal to that of a faculty at the University. From here, it holds the role of coordinating all postgraduate programmes, activities, and events at...

With its strong presence reaching to 3 continents of the world, Limkokwing University established itself as an international University that accommodates quality learning experience to more than 30,000 students. These students come from all walk of life from over 150 countries in one of its 12 campuses in countries such as United Kingdom, Swaziland, Malaysia, Indonesia, Cambodia, China, and many more. This institution is widely renowned for its established approach to delivering education by...