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Doctor of Philosophy (Social Science)
About
The Doctor of Philosophy (Social Science) program is designed to equip candidates with a strong intellectual foundation and advanced research skills. Through rigorous academic inquiry, their research findings contribute to the expansion of knowledge and the development of innovative ideas, theories, and perspectives in the fields of Arts and Social Sciences.
Key facts
| Qualification | Doctoral Degree (PhD) |
| Study mode | Full-time, Part-time |
| Duration | 3 years |
| Intakes | January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December |
| Total estimated cost (local) | S$ 0 |
| Total estimated cost (foreign) | S$ 9,778 |
Subjects
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Humanities & Social Sciences
Duration
3 years
Tuition fees
| Description | Local students | Foreign students |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | S$ 0 | S$ 3,971 |
| Miscellaneous fees | Data not available | S$ 5,807 |
| Total estimated cost of attendance | S$ 0 | S$ 9,778 |
| Estimated cost per year | S$ 0 | S$ 3,259 |
Estimated cost as reported by the institution. There may be additional administrative fees. Please contact us for the latest information.
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Admissions
Intakes
Entry Requirements
- Master’s degree from UTAR and shows evidence of adequate related research or work experience to the satisfaction of the Senate;
- A Master’s degree of another university or equivalent qualification from an institution as approved by the Senate and shows evidence of adequate related research or work experience to the satisfaction of the Senate.
- Candidates without a related Master’s degree in the field or working experience in the relevant fields must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses determined by UTAR.
- A Bachelor’s degree in the field or related fields from UTAR with First Class Honours or with a minimum CGPA of 3.67 and show evidence of related research aptitude to the satisfaction of the Senate.
- A Bachelor’s degree in the field or related fields of another university or equivalent qualification from an institution with First Class Honours or with a minimum CGPA of 3.67 as approved by the Senate and shows evidence of related research aptitude to the satisfaction of the Senate.
- Any other qualifications equivalent to the above.
English Language Requirement:
- IELTS Academic : 5.0 (CEFR Level B1)
- TOEFL : 410-430/ TOEFL iBT Score 40 - 45
- Cambridge English Qualification and Tests : 154 - 159 (High B1 level in CEFR)
- Pearson Test of English (PTE) : 47 - 50
- MUET Band 3.5
Curriculum
Compulsory Course:
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Research Methodology
Research Component:
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Completion of a thesis that contributes original knowledge to the field.