PhD in Arts and Social Sciences

This PhD program consists of an extensive, independent research project in your discipline of choice, supported by a minimum of two academic supervisors throughout your candidature. Your study will result in a research thesis, which makes a valuable contribution to the body of knowledge or understanding of your field of research.

At Monash we have a robust intellectual curiosity about the world, with particular expertise in Southeast Asia. We want to know how the various peoples, communities, regions, states, institutions and organisations that constitute this world interact and shape the national, regional and global dynamics we encounter today. By understanding the forces that shape our lives, we aim to tackle the important issues so that we can change things for the better.

Monash University is a large, multi-campus, comprehensive, research-intensive university and a member of the Australian Group of Eight. In addition to a vibrant campus experience with excellent catering facilities, food outlets, gymnasium and outdoor swimming pool, the Sunway City township in which the campus is situated offer numerous shopping and leisure opportunities within walking distance. Students can also take advantage of many clubs and societies that organise exciting events, be it flea markets and competitions or cultural and music festivals. Monash University Malaysia is in a unique position to offer the very best in higher education that is possible within Malaysia and the region.