Doctor of Philosophy (Archaeology)

  Institution: Private: Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)

Programme Description

The Centre for Global Archaeological Research offers MA degree in Archaeology. The intent of the programme is to provide appropriate education and training through thesis writing on the recovery, analysis and interpretation of archaeological sites, materials and context while simultaneously assuring that sufficient background is obtained in history and scientific archaeology.

The PhD programme offers concentration only in archaeology. It emphasises a sound understanding of archaeological science, interdisciplinary training and the development of practical skills. The programme is designed to integrate experiences and perspectives of research throughout the thesis writing with strong theoretical and methodological training.

Research Thrust Areas:

• Prehistoric Lithic Industry
• Palaeoenvironmental Reconstruction
• Prehistoric Burials and Human Origins
• Faunal Remains in Prehistory
• Prehistoric Diet
• Technological Change in Prehistory
• Geophysical Site Identification

• Prehistoric Lithic Industry
• Palaeoenvironmental Reconstruction
• Morphological and Compositional Studies on Pottery
• Prehistoric Burials and Human Origins
• The Origins of Agriculture
• Faunal Remains in Prehistory
• Prehistoric Diet
• Technological Change and Trade in Prehistory
• Geophysical Site Identification

• Palaeoenvironmental Reconstruction
• Prehistoric Burials and Human Origins
• Iron and Bronze Industry
• Faunal Remains in Prehistory
• Prehistoric Diet
• Technological Change and Trade in Prehistory

• Early Civilisations
• Early Historic Burials
• Palaeoenvironmental Reconstruction
• Early Historic Diet
• Early Historical Technology and Trade

• Hunters – Gatherers
• Rock Paintings
• Burials
• Technology

Admission Requirements

PhD

• A Master’s or Bachelor’s (First Class Honours or CGPA > 3.67/4) degree in related areas.
• Degrees awarded by local private institutions of higher learning including those awarded under any collaborative/franchising schemes with local or international partners must be accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
• Other academic or professional qualifications by Professional Bodies in related proposals.

Language Requirement

• A minimum score of 550 in Paper- based TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language); or
• A minimum score of 213 in Computer-based TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) ; or
• A minimum score of 80 in Internet-based TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) ; or
• A minimum score of 6.0 in IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
• Passed the USM’s Intensive English Course Level III.
• Results must be attached with the application form.

Duration

• Full-time: Min 4 semesters / Max 10 semesters
• Part-time: Min 6 semesters / Max 15 semesters

Fees

Source : Universiti Sains Malaysia