Doctor of Philosophy in Mass Communication

Doctor of philosophy in Mass Communication

PhD is a “taught doctorate” with four semesters of coursework, followed by a Comprehensive research proposal defense in a departmental seminar. This is followed by thesis writing and a viva voce examination which shall take place only after the Senate Higher Degree Committee and Senate have been satisfied that the thesis submitted by the candidate is considered by the examiners to be of an acceptable standard.

Areas of Specializations

Journalism and Communication Ethics
International Communication
Media Management, Planning and Public Policy
Public Relations, Advertising and Marketing

Entry Requirements

Fee stucture

Benefits

Alumni

Entry Requirement

The candidate must meet the common regulations for admission into the PhD programmes offered
by SAUT.
Holders of MA in Communication or cognate fields such as Sociology or Political Science from recognized institutions of higher learning with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Some previous field research experience as a research assistant or in the MA thesis.
Submission of an essay of twenty to thirty pages on the proposed area of the thesis specialization
which shows mature understanding of theory, knowledge of current research and ability to
evaluate current methodologies in this area of research.
Perfect command of English.
Preference would be given to candidates who have had experience of teaching in a university
context and who have done some academic research and publications.

Financial information

Fees are payable in full at the beginning of the adacemic year or several installments in each block.

Description	1^st Year	2^nd year	3^rd year	4^th year
1. University Fees	3,290,000	3,790,000	3,290,000	3,290,000
2. Administrative fees
2.1 Examination fees	195,000	195,000	195,000	195,000
2.2 Students identity Card	10,000	–	–	–
2.3 Student Union(SAUTSO)	10,000	10,000	10,000	10,000
2.4 TCU Quality Assurance fee	20,000	20,000	20,000	20,000
2.5 Provission Examination Results	6,000	6,000	6,000	6,000
Total	3,531,000	4,021,000	4,021,000	4,021,000

Benefits after comptetion

Increased personal competitiveness for employ-ability in national and international job markets
Build capacity for organizational development in achieving optimal performance, visibility, marketability, collaboration and effective corporate communication.
Build personal capacity in research and consultancy in areas of specialization provided in the programmes
Meet the over growing demands in areas of profession as provided by programmes
Improved academic leadership, problem solving, management and planning skills in the respective sectors.
Become future research oriented graduate in ones area of proffession
Be competent professionals recognized for their specialized knowledge and serve the society.

Alumni

The bond of classmates — now alumni — grows more valuable each year. Keep in touch with your fellow classmates, professors and others as we value your contribution to the mission of SAUT and want to be of service to you in any way we can.

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◦ Standard library with current books and other learning resources
◦ Highly qualified, professional and committed lecturers from worldwide.
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◦ Cool, quiet and safe environment with spacious car packing and
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