Programme Code: KRSRVAFTCV02
Our PhD programme offers students the opportunity to conduct independent research under the supervision of one or more teaching staff in the fields of music, dance, drama/theatre, as well as art and visual culture studies. Students also have the option of having a co-supervisor from different faculties within the university or from other universities.
Supervisors are responsible for guiding students’ research. This includes planning, developing and shaping their theses. They might even propose additional training options, and provide you with contacts and connections to their national and global networks of cultural organisations. Our teaching staff is also committed to develop your professional skills and experience as well as guide you in your post-PhD career either in the professional world or in academia.
We therefore strongly encourage prospective students to contact one of our teaching staffs to explore supervisory arrangements before you apply to our PhD programme. Not doing so early on in your research candidature may result in a less than satisfactory supervision arrangement, where students might not benefit from the full range of experiences as a PhD candidate in our programme. In addition, an applicant stands a stronger chance of being accepted into our PhD programme if they have secured an agreement from our teaching staff to supervise their research thesis.
In our PhD programme, students will be required to learn relevant research skills including the use of bibliographic and other databases as well as complementary computer skills that can contribute to their research. Strong emphasis is given to acquiring the necessary language skills in order to conduct archival or ethnographic research. We are also open to students interested in undertaking practice research in artistic creation, curatorial practice, cultural mapping, heritage project and digital humanities project.
| Programme Educational Objectives | |
|---|---|
| PEO 1 | Graduates who advance innovation in Artistic research and arts practices. |
| PEO 2 | Graduates who lead as researchers and practitioners in the Art fields and industries at the local, national, and international levels. |
| PEO 3 | Graduates who disseminate research results and/or provide expert advice in an ethical and professional practices. |
| Programme Learning Outcomes | |
|---|---|
| PLO1 | Demonstrate a critical and in-depth understanding of frontier knowledge by generating substantial and original contributions to a field and/or practice of the Performing and Visual Arts. |
| PLO2 | Synthesise and integrate existing and new knowledge in one or more discipline areas to address challenges and concerns in the field of Performing and Visual Arts research. |
| PLO3 | Conduct rigorous research or investigation in the Performing and Visual Arts with sustainable independence. |
| PLO4 | Demonstrate intellectual leadership qualities and art management skills. |
| PLO5 | Perform research adhering to legal, ethical, professional and sustainable practices in the Arts. |
| PLO6 | Communicate cogently with experts in the field of Performing and Visual Arts and general audience. |
| PLO7 | Use suitable digital and analytical techniques to research problems related to the Performing and Visual Arts. |
| PLO8 | Demonstrate commitment to lifelong learning and professional development in the Arts. |
The PhD examination constitutes the oral examination of a 60,000 - 100,000 word written thesis on a subject approved by the Postgraduate Studies Committee for the Faculty of Creative Arts. A candidate has up to 12 semesters (or 6 years) to complete their thesis. The candidate is also required to write two scholarly articles together with the supervisor(s) and have the articles accepted for publication in order to graduate. By the end of the programme, candidates will have acquired the skills, experience and knowledge to undertake post doctoral work (research and/or teaching) or another related profession outside the academy.
Candidates in our PhD programme are required to complete three components of the programme:
Complete 1 coursework module
Co-write two journal articles with supervisor(s) during candidacy, with articles accepted for publication before graduation.
Complete a research dissertation of 70,000 - 100,000 words under the supervision of a Faculty academic staff.
GRADUATE ON TIME (GOT) SCHEDULE
During your time here with us, you might have come across the phrase ‘Graduate on Time’ being mentioned from time to time. ‘Graduate on Time’ (GOT) is a university wide initiative to create awareness among postgraduate students and academics the importance of graduating within an achievable time period. With GOT, we propose a more systematic learning programme to help you complete your studies sooner rather than later.
Please note that candidates in our PhD programme have a minimum duration of 4 semesters and a maximum duration of 12 semesters. GOT for PhD candidates is within 7 academic semesters of study.
| SEM | ACTIVITIES | OUTPUT/MILESTONE |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | - Complete Research Methodology course | |
| - Attend Bahasa Melayu course** |
** For international students. | - Completed Research Methodology course
Candidates are strongly advised to use reference management software Eg: Mendeley, Bibtex, EndNote | | 3 | - Begin fieldwork/research
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