A Ph.D. in English is a doctoral degree program that focuses on the advanced study of literature, language, and writing in the English language. The program is designed for students who wish to pursue a career in academia, research, or other fields where advanced knowledge of English is required. During the program, Scholars engage in intensive research, writing, and critical analysis of literature and language. They are expected to develop a deep understanding of the theory and practice of literary and linguistic analysis and to contribute original research to the field. A typical Ph.D. program in English takes 3 years to complete, depending on the student's research focus and progress. The program typically involves coursework, comprehensive exams, and the completion of a dissertation, which is an original research project that contributes to the field of English studies.
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Through their Ph.D. programmes, Scholars can specialize their academic studies in diverse areas, such as Cultural studies.
Through their Ph.D. programmes, Scholars can specialize their academic studies in diverse areas, such as Ethnic studies.
Through their Ph.D. programmes, Scholars can specialize their academic studies in diverse areas, such as Postcolonial or Anglophone literatures.
Through their Ph.D. programmes, Scholars can specialize their academic studies in diverse areas, such as History and structure of the English language.
The Ph.D. in English at Rabindranath Tagore University aims to admit and orient the minds of young scholars who are passionate about literature and the world to
M.A. (English) or an equivalent qualifying examination recognized by the concerned university.
With at least 55% marks in aggregate.
