Doctor of Philosophy in Education (PhD Education)
Doctor of Philosophy in Education Syllabus
The Ph.D. in Education syllabus in India generally follows UGC guidelines but can vary slightly from one university to another. It’s designed to provide advanced knowledge of educational theories, research methodologies, and practices, along with a deep dive into specialized areas of education. Here's a standard outline of what the syllabus typically includes:
Ph.D. in Education Syllabus
| Year | Stage | Subjects/Components | Details/Topics Covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Coursework | Research Methodology in Education | Quantitative & Qualitative Research, Sampling, Data Analysis (SPSS) |
| Philosophical and Sociological Foundations | Indian & Western Philosophies, Education & Society, Value Education | ||
| Advanced Educational Psychology | Learning Theories, Cognitive Development, Motivation, Mental Health | ||
| Contemporary Issues in Education | Inclusive Education, Policies, Globalization, Educational Technology | ||
| Academic Writing and Research Ethics | Proposal Writing, Referencing, Plagiarism, Ethics in Publishing | ||
| Research Preparation | Identification of Research Topic | Literature Review, Problem Identification, Finalizing Research Area | |
| Synopsis/Research Proposal Preparation | Research Objectives, Methodology Framework, Hypothesis Formulation | ||
| Year 2 | Research Work Begins | Synopsis Submission & Approval | Submission to Research Committee and Approval Process |
| Data Collection | Surveys, Interviews, Fieldwork, Case Studies | ||
| Review of Literature | In-depth Study of Existing Research and Gap Identification | ||
| Progress Seminars | Presentation of Work Progress to Supervisors and Department | ||
| Paper Writing | Start drafting research papers for journal submission | ||
| Year 3 | Advanced Research Work | Data Analysis and Interpretation | Use of Statistical Tools, Result Interpretation |
| Thesis Writing | Compilation of Research Chapters, Findings, Discussions, Conclusion | ||
| Pre-Submission Seminar | Presenting Research Outcomes and Feedback Incorporation | ||
| Research Paper Publications | Minimum 1-2 Publications (UGC-CARE/Scopus Journals) | ||
| Year 4 (if needed) | Completion Phase | Finalization of Thesis | Editing, Proofreading, Supervisor Approval |
| Thesis Submission | Formal Submission to University | ||
| Viva Voce (Oral Defense) | Defense of Research before Expert Panel | ||
| Degree Award | After successful defense and submission of final copies |
