I welcome prospective postgraduate students interested in language, communication, digital discourse, health communication, social media studies, and qualitative research. My supervision approach emphasizes critical thinking, research independence, and supportive mentorship. I particularly encourage interdisciplinary projects that explore language and communication issues in digital environments and contemporary society.
Research Areas Available for Supervision (but not limited to):
Health Communication: Online health misinformation, Public health discourse on social media
Digital Communication & Social Media: Social media discourse, Online health communities (e.g. dementia support group, mental health support group)
Discourse & Multimodal Analysis: Multimodal discourse analysis, Mediated discourse analysis, Visual-textual analysis
Teaching English as a Second/Foreign Language: Language teaching methodologies and approaches in the 21st Century
How to Contact Me:
Expression of interest can be made via email to asyura.kl@utm.my. In the email, please include:
Your CV
Academic transcripts
A short research proposal (1–2 pages)
English proficiency results (if applicable)
Responses may take 2 – 3 days.
How to Prepare a Research Proposal for the Application?
Suggested Proposal Structure
Proposed title
Research background
Problem statement
Research objectives/questions
Proposed methodology
Expected contribution
Preliminary references
Application Process
Application Steps
– Contact potential supervisor
– Attend interview (if required)
– Discuss research fit
– Prepare formal proposal
– Submit application through university portal
– Receive offer
Important links:
UTM School of Postgraduate Studies: SPS UTM website for PhD/Master Application
Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities (for Doctor of Philosophy- Generic Programme): Information about Doctor of Philosophy and Master of Philosophy at Language Academy FSSH UTM