PhD · Design & Media
UCSI University (Kuala Lumpur, main campus), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Details last verified 24 Sep 2026. The source and date of each figure are shown beside it.
Details last updated 24 Sep 2026. Each figure is explained, with its source, in the sections below.
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ICAD's Doctor of Philosophy in Art, Design and Creative Media offers the choice to write a full research thesis, or to develop a creative work accompanied by a research report. This dual pathway is perfect for creative practitioners and artists who may want an advanced doctoral study of their own practice without the challenge of a full research thesis.
Estimated total tuition
Approximate total fees. UCSI states this is estimated (visa/admin costs vary by country); a 6% service tax applies to non-Malaysian citizens effective 1 July 2025.
MYR 94,900Estimate
Applies to: International students
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
| Fee | Amount | Applies to |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated total tuitionApproximate total fees. UCSI states this is estimated (visa/admin costs vary by country); a 6% service tax applies to non-Malaysian citizens effective 1 July 2025. Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026 | MYR 94,900Estimate | International students |
Fees are set by the university and can change. Check the source and date beside each figure.
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
: A Master’s degree in the relevant field (Level 7, MQF), as accepted by the HEP’s Senate;
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
: Approved by the HEP Senate and accepted as a candidate for the Doctoral Degree (Level 8, MQF) programme. Students must demonstrate appropriate progress during the candidature period.
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
: Evaluated through rigorous internal assessment by the HEP;
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
: Other qualifications equivalent to a Master’s degree (Level 7, MQF) that are accepted by the HEP’s Senate;
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
: Other relevant equivalent qualifications recognized by the Malaysian Government.
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
: Pass an interview or submission of portfolio determined by De Institute of Creative Arts and Design, UCSI University as required.
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
: Students have first class Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification;
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
: Students have obtained CGPA of at least 3.67 or equivalent from either an academic or Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programme;
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
English language
English requirement for international students: Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) 160
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) · minimum score 160
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
English language
English requirement for international students: IELTS Academic Band 6.0
IELTS Academic · minimum score 6
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
English language
English requirement for international students: MUET Band 4.0
MUET · minimum score 4
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
English language
English requirement for international students: Pearson Test of English 51
Pearson Test of English · minimum score 51
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
English language
English requirement for international students: TOEFL Essentials 8
TOEFL Essentials · minimum score 8
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
English language
English requirement for international students: TOEFL IBT 46
TOEFL IBT · minimum score 46 (TOEFL 0-120 scale)
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
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Updated 19 Oct 2026
Intakes stored for this course: January, May and September. Intakes can change, so confirm the date before you apply.
3 years, full-time, as stored for this course.
Estimated total tuition: MYR 94,900 (estimate). Fees are set by the university and can change; the Fees section gives the source and the date of each figure.
Stored for this course: Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE), minimum score 160; IELTS Academic, minimum score 6; MUET, minimum score 4; Pearson Test of English, minimum score 51; TOEFL Essentials, minimum score 8; TOEFL IBT, minimum score 46. The Entry requirements section has the full wording.
UCSI University (Kuala Lumpur, main campus), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur.
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