byDinesh
Updated on - 1 Jul, 2024
The Ph.D., or Doctor of Philosophy, is a four-year program that is the highest level of education offered by universities. A Ph.D. course takes 3-5 years and includes writing a thesis based on one’s research work conducted under the supervision of a supervisor. A crucial aspect of the Ph.D. is a student’s self-constructed research that results in a thesis contributing to the student’s area of specialization. First-year and second-year coursework gives students the necessary background and gives them a foundation of skills they may need for their research. The last of the requirement involves defending the Ph.D. thesis after which is awarded a degree of Doctor of Philosophy. In addition, many students working on their Ph.D. can teach or have other assistant responsibilities to get some practice and receive stipends. In academics, the Ph.D. degree aims at producing scholars to teach and do research in universities and other institutions as well as in industry.
Some of the general entry tests that are prevalent for Ph.D. admissions include Graduate Record Examinations (GRE), Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) for business and management Ph.D. programs, and also the JEST and CSIR-NET required for science Ph.D. programs in India. Its also important that applicants obtain high scores in tests that would show their ability and understanding of topics that are taught at the undergraduate level. Lifting from the previous point, apart from good entrance test scores and grades, research experience and some publications also play a role in getting admission in Ph.D. The applied procedure is selective and the primary goals of the selection are to find candidates who are willing to perform independent research.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Full Form | Doctor of Philosophy (Assamese) |
| Duration | 3-5 years (Full-time) |
| Course Level | Doctoral |
| Eligibility | Master's degree in Assamese Language and Literature or a closely related field |
| Top Colleges | Gauhati University, Dibrugarh University, Assam University, Tezpur University (all subject to change) |
1. PA: Master’s degree in Assamese or any allied subject
2. A candidate must have secured 55% marks in Master’s (50% for SC/ST/OBC/PH candidates.
3. University entrance exam pass grade
4. A clear interview round more specifically evaluating the research scholarship of the candidate
5. Suggest the suitable research topic that will be in harmony with the area of focus of the guide.
6. letter of NOC from employer if applying as part-scholar
| Subject | Important Topics |
|---|---|
| Assamese Language Studies | Historical development of Assamese, Phonology, Morphology, Syntax, Semantics |
| Assamese Literary Studies | Major literary genres (poetry, prose, drama), Literary movements, Literary criticism, Comparative literature |
| Folklore and Cultural Studies | Assamese folktales, Folksongs, Folk dances, Assamese festivals and customs, Socio-cultural influences on Assamese literature |
| Linguistics | Language acquisition, Sociolinguistics, Psycholinguistics, Computational linguistics (may vary by program) |
| Textual Criticism | Editing and annotation of Assamese manuscripts, Textual transmission, Philological methods |
| Translation Studies | Theories of translation, Translation practices in Assamese literature, Challenges and ethics of translation |
| Research Methodology | Research design, Literary and linguistic research methods, Data collection and analysis, Scientific writing |
| Elective Courses | Depending on program, may include topics like Women's writing in Assamese, Diaspora Assamese literature, Tribal literature of Assam, Digital humanities and Assamese literature |
| Career Path | Specialization | Description | Average Salary (India) |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Professor | Any | Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Assamese language and literature, conduct research, and publish scholarly work. | ₹80,000 - ₹1,50,000+ (Salary varies depending on experience, university reputation, and location) |
| Assamese Language Consultant | Linguistics, Sociolinguistics | Develop and implement language programs, advise on language policy, or work in language preservation efforts. | ₹50,000 - ₹1,00,000 (Salary depends on project type, employer, and experience) |