From Research to Achievement: Honouring Five PhD Graduates in Media and Communication

The Faculty of Social Sciences and Leisure Management (FSLM) is pleased to announce the successful graduation of five (5) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) by research students in Media and Communication Studies from the School of Media and Communication, conferred at the February 2025 convocation ceremony. The Faculty extends its heartfelt congratulations to these accomplished graduates and their dedicated supervisory committees on achieving this significant academic milestone. Their success is a testament to the School’s steadfast commitment to research excellence and its growing role in advancing knowledge in the field of media and communication. FSLM proudly celebrates their scholarly achievements and looks forward to their continued contributions to academia, research, and the broader professional landscape.

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN MEDIA AND COMMUNICATION STUDIES

Student's Name: DR. LI CHENXI (CHINA)

Thesis Title: The Exploration of Characteristics, Cultural Influence, and Audience Impact of Feminist Ethics in Chinese Female Directors’ Documentaries

Principal Supervisor: Prof. Dato Dr. Noraien Mansor

Co-Supervisor: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Joe Li Qiau

Student's Name: DR. WANG QIAN (CHINA)

Thesis Title: Uncovering the Health Communication Strategies on Childhood Obesity among Malaysian Parents

Principal Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Normaliza Abdul Rahim

Co-Supervisor: Dr. Nurzihan Hassim

Student's Name: DR. WANG YIYUAN (CHINA)

Thesis Title: Trust as The Mediating Variable Between The Relationship of Influencer Marketing Factors and Purchase Intention Via Live-Streaming

Principal Supervisor: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hamisah Hassan

Co-Supervisor: Dr. Nur Haniz Mohd Nor

Student's Name: DR. YANG WEIQI (CHINA)

Thesis Title: The Exploration of Sang Culture Through

Social Networking and Engagement of Gen Z Youths in China

Principal Supervisor: Prof Dr. Normaliza Abd Rahim

Co-Supervisor: Dr. Nurzihan Hassim

Student's Name: DR. YU XUEYONG (CHINA)

Thesis Title: Framing The Belt and Road Initiative by Selected Online Newspapers Arising from China-India Relationships

Principal Supervisor: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chang Peng Kee

Co-Supervisor: Dr. Kho Suet Nie