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Ph.D. (Home Science Extension Education) is a 3-year course for the award of Doctor of Philosophy in Home Science, offered to students by universities in India. Some of the fields of study includes human development, nutrition, food sciences, resource managements, communication, textiles and any other field of study that seeks to improve the welfare of families and communities. The curriculum offers opportunity to acquire postgraduate level of specialization in research methods, statistics and information and communication technology for extension education programmes. Special emphasis is placed on training of students for planning, implementation and assessment of training and development programmes for rural and urban populace.
The following entrance tests are admissible for entry in to Ph.D. (Home Science Extension Education) programme: UGC National Eligibility Test (NET), State Eligibility Test / State Level Eligibility Test (SET/SLET) or any test conducted by the universities. Here also some of the institutes take valid GATE score or the percentage in the Master’s degree for the entrance. Minimum fifty five percent mark in post-graduation is compulsory to be able to seek admission in doctoral course. As disclosed earlier, the majority of universities offering this doctoral program under the faculty of Home Science prefer prior work experience in teaching, research, or extension education.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Full Form | Doctor of Philosophy (Home Science Extension Education) |
| Duration | 3-5 years (full-time), Can be longer for part-time |
| Course Level | Doctoral Level |
| Eligibility | Master's degree in Home Science (any specialization) or a related field (e.g., Agriculture, Education) with a strong foundation in home science principles, extension education methods, and minimum marks (usually 55%) |
| Top Universities (India) | Chaudhary Charan Singh University (Meerut) |
1. A holder of a Master’s degree in Home Science/Home Science Extension Education with at least a 55% average from a University.
2. Urgent examination UGC/CSIR NET/SLET/GATE or teacher fellowship holder examination or M.Phil passed or appearing. programme.
3. In the selection process, it will be more desirable to select those candidates who have had 2 years of professional experience in their work.
4. Must be well conversant in written and spoken word for him or her to conduct the research well.
5. Hence, they should submit a research proposal in Home Science Extension Education with application.
6. Pass the examinations set for admission to the affiliated university or institution – entrance, interview, etc.
| Subject | Important Topics |
|---|---|
| Home Science Foundations | Recent advancements in Home Science disciplines (Food Science, Nutrition, Clothing & Textiles, Human Development), Integration of Home Science principles for holistic well-being |
| Extension Education Theories & Models | Diffusion of Innovations Theory, Adult Learning Theories, Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) Techniques, Models of Extension Delivery (Training & Communication Methods) |
| Research Methods in Home Science Extension | Survey Design & Data Collection Techniques, Qualitative Research Methods in Extension Education, Impact Assessment & Evaluation of Extension Programs, Statistical Analysis for Extension Research |
| Communication & Media in Extension | Interpersonal Communication Skills for Extension Workers, Mass Media & ICTs in Extension Education, Developing Extension Communication Materials (Print, Audiovisual, Digital) |
| Gender & Development in Extension | Gender Issues in Rural Households, Women Empowerment Strategies through Extension Programs, Gender-responsive Extension Approaches |
| Specialization | Job Title | Average Salary (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Curriculum Development | Home Science Extension Specialist | $60,000 - $80,000 |
| Family Resource Management | Family and Consumer Sciences Professor | $70,000 - $90,000 |
| Food and Nutrition | Extension Nutrition Educator | $55,000 - $75,000 |
| Human Development and Child Studies | Child Development Specialist | $50,000 - $70,000 |
| Resource Management | Extension Agent | $55,000 - $75,000 |
| Textile and Clothing Science | Clothing and Textiles Specialist | $50,000 - $70,000 |
