Dr. Hafiz Zainal holds a PhD in Sociology and an MA in Anthropology, aligning his research with core Social Sciences themes and Southeast Asian social dynamics.
Dr. Hafiz Zainal is a Malaysia-born social scientist with over a decade of university-level teaching and academic writing experience. He earned a PhD in Sociology and an MA in Anthropology, aligning his work with the core concerns of the Social Sciences. His research spans Anthropology, Criminology, Cultural Studies, Development Studies, Education, and related fields, with published studies on community resilience, policy impact, and educational equity. He writes with clarity and rigor, translating complex theories into accessible analyses without sacrificing depth. Students appreciate his ability to frame research questions precisely and to map methodologies to concrete outcomes.
Beyond teaching, he mentors thesis work, designs robust data collection plans, and emphasizes ethical scholarship. His writing emphasizes logical structure, evidence-based arguments, and reader-friendly presentation. He collaborates across disciplines, helping clients articulate clear research aims, choose appropriate methods, and produce polished drafts that meet professional and academic standards for success in competitive programs worldwide.