Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Mass Communication

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Duration

36 Months

Method

Online

Time

Full Time

Level

ph. d.

> Overview

The program Doctor of Philosophy in Mass
Communication with Lincoln University emphasises
interdisciplinary studies, with courses and research suited to
the student’s interests and guided by faculty members. The
program teaches research methods, communication theory,
and teaching techniques.

It not only focuses on educating students to be
exceptional university professors, but it also encourages
them to pursue scholarly research in journalism and mass
communication, as well as media management. It is a multiconceptual and research-based degree programme aimed at
producing top-notch journalists and researchers. For successful
completion of PhD degree in LU, each candidate should publish
minimum of Four research articles in Scopus indexed journals,
with Lincoln a翿 liation

> Programme Aim

The programme of Doctor of Philosophy in Mass Communication
will produce professionals who are eligible to:

Impart in-depth knowledge and critical understanding
of mass communication including deeper insight into
current research
Integrate practical, communication, and interpersonal
skills to conduct mass communication research.
Create and analyse different digital and numeracy skills
to critically evaluate mass communication research
independently.
Inculcate acumen in research, innovation, and
entrepreneurship.
Imbue professional ethics, social responsibility, and
values of global research.

> Admission Requirements

I. A Master’s Degree in Mass Communication / Journalism
/ Media Studies and related areas as accepted by the
Lincoln University Senate; or
ii. Other qualifications equivalent to a Master’s Degree, as
accepted by the Lincoln University Senate.
iii. Candidates without a related qualification in the fields
or working experience in the relevant fields must undergo
appropriate prerequisite courses determined by the
Lincoln University .

> CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Outside of academia, mass communication
graduates can pursue careers in advertising companies, non profit, , research organisations and public relations businesses,
and more. Individuals holding a Doctor of Philosophy in
Mass Communication may choose to consider the following
academic and non-academic employment opportunities:

Professor
Marketing & Communication Associate
Media Consultant
Researcher
Editor

> Course Content

Programme

No	Subject
PHDMC 101	Research Methodology
PHDMC 102	Computer Application
PHDMC 103	Thesis

> RESEARCH WORK ON ANY ONE OF THE FOLLOWING SPECIALTY

Communication
Print Media/Journalism
Broadcast Journalism
Social Media /Information
New Media / Digital Media
Media Technology/Creative
media
Health Communication
Media and Culture
Intercultural and International
communication
Crisis Communication
Organizational Communication
Communication/Media Literacy
Global Media Policy
Film Studies
Advertising and PR

> University

> How To Apply

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