Doctor of Science in Communication (DSC) 
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Communication      

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:

The Doctor of science in Communication (DSC) is the highest qualification available to communication leading to the title "Doctor”. The DSC is equivalent to a conventional Ph.D. and its designation as a “Doctorate of Science in Communication” signifies its focus on the application of theoretical knowledge to the advancement of management and business practice, rather than the advancement of academic knowledge for its own sake.

PROGRAM DELIVERY, DURATION & REQUIREMENTS:

Program Duration: 2 - 3 years
Doctoral Programs are offered through Distance Learning and seminar support basis. Students can enroll for these programs from anywhere.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

The applicants for a doctorate degree must hold a masters degree in the relevant field, with a minimum GPA of 3 on a scale of 0-4, or an overall grade of B or higher in the masters’ degree. The selection criteria, however, also include a review of the applicant’s entire educational career; nature and level of work experience; previous exposure to and experience in research in the relevant field; a description of the career goals; and the submission of a doctorate research proposal.

PROGRAM OUTLINE FOR DSC:

DSC810 Persuasive Communication 12
DSC820 Intercultural Communication 12
DSC830 Internship 13
DSC840 Argumentation & Debate 13
Total Advanced Coursework 50
DSC850 Doctorate Thesis 10
Total degree requirements 60