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Ph.D. or Doctor of Philosophy in Geography is the terminal or highest degree awarded in geographical studies. The degree normally takes about 5-6 years of full time study and research to complete. The Ph.D. geography program trains students in Physical geography, Human geography, Geographic Information System (GIS), Remote sensing, spatial analysis, Environmental studies. Students become specialised in a sub discipline of geography and carry out research and write a dissertation that contributes to the knowledge base.
Accepted examinations include UGC NET, CSIR NET, GATE, JEST, JGEEBILS for the admission to Ph.D. in Geography in Indian Universities. Moreover, many universities have their own written examinations and interviews to assess the knowledge of the geography content and research potential of the applicants. Compassionate recommendation letters, statement of purpose, and interview besides sounding potential admission through good performance in these entrance exams can be of immense help.
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Methods | Qualitative and quantitative methods, Sampling techniques, Data analysis |
| Geographic Information Systems (GIS) | GIS software, Spatial analysis, Mapping techniques |
| Remote Sensing | Satellite imagery, Image processing, Land cover classification |
| Human Geography | Population geography, Urban geography, Economic geography |
| Physical Geography | Geomorphology, Climatology, Hydrology |
| Geoinformatics | Geographic data analysis, Spatial modeling, Geocomputation |
| Cartography | Map design, Cartographic visualization, Geovisualization |
| Spatial Statistics | Spatial analysis, Statistical modeling, Geostatistics |
| Fieldwork and Data Collection | Field observation, Survey methods, Data collection techniques |
| Research Writing and Communication | Research paper writing, Academic writing, Presentation skills |
| Area of Specialization | Candidate chooses a specific area of specialization |
1. The candidate should have completed his/ her Bachelor’s degree in Geography or any other relevant field with more than 55% of marks from any recognized university.
2. Master’s degree in Geography or any other relevant discipline with not less than 55% of the total marks. As for the final year masters’ results, some universities may admit students on condition that they produce the results at the time of registration.
3. Some universities may demand that the candidate has at least 2 years of research/teaching experience in Geography after masters.
4. UGC NET/JRF or similar national level qualifying tests may be made compulsory to secure a minimum passing percentage.
5. During admission, student’s writing skills in form of recommendation letters, and the performance during personal interviews also Research proposal.
6. The general entry requirements may also differ university by university - check the university’s website or the prospectus for detailed information before applying. Sometimes there are other requirements like number of publications, GATE score.
| Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| Advanced Geographic Thought | Contemporary geographic theories, Philosophical foundations, Critical geography |
| Research Design and Methodology | Formulating research questions, Sampling strategies, Data collection methods |
| Spatial Analysis and Modeling | Spatial autocorrelation, Spatial regression, Geographic information systems (GIS) |
| Remote Sensing and Image Processing | Satellite remote sensing, Aerial photography, Image classification and change detection |
| Geographic Information Systems (GIS) | GIS software, Spatial data analysis, Cartography and visualization |
| Human Geography | Urbanization, Economic development, Social and cultural geography |
| Physical Geography | Climatology, Hydrology, Geomorphology and landform evolution |
| Geoinformatics and Geocomputation | Geospatial data analysis, Spatial modeling and simulation, Geocomputation and machine learning |
| Fieldwork and Data Collection | Field observation, Survey research, Qualitative and quantitative data collection methods |
| Research Writing and Communication | Academic writing, Research paper structure, Presentation and communication skills |
| Specialization Area | Candidate chooses a specific area of specialization, e.g., urban geography, environmental geography |
Tabulated below is the collection of the Top 10 Private Ph.D. (Geography) Colleges in India with Fee Structure, including their key features.
| Name of the institute | Location | Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Lovely Professional University | Jalandhar, Punjab | INR 406,000 |
| Amity University | Kolkata, West Bengal | INR 422,000 |
| Maharishi Arvind University | Jaipur, Rajasthan | INR 196,500 |
| Sri Satya Sai University of Technology & Medical Sciences | Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh | INR 351,000 |
| Kalinga University | Raipur, Chhattisgarh | INR 352,000 |
| Seacom Skills University | Birbhum, West Bengal | INR 530,000 |
| North East Frontier Technical University | West Siang, Arunachal Pradesh | -- |
| PDM University | Bahadurgarh, Haryana | INR 739,200 |
| J.S. University | Shikohabad, Uttar Pradesh | INR 80,000 |
| Tantia University | Sriganganagar, Rajasthan | INR 295,000 |
Tabulated below is the collection of the Top 10 Government Ph.D. (Geography) Colleges in India with Fee Structure, including their key features.
| Name of the institute | Location | Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Assam University | Silchar, Assam | INR 108,255 |
| Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya | Indore, Madhya Pradesh | INR 104,500 |
| Utkal University | Bhubaneswar, Orissa | INR 296,000 |
| Gangadhar Meher University | Sambalpur, Orissa | INR 45,000 |
| Shri Atal Bihari Vajpai Govt Arts and Commerce College | Indore, Madhya Pradesh | INR 41,601 |
| Shreemati Nathibai Damodar Thackersey Women's University | Pune, Maharashtra | INR 37,505 |
| Diamond Harbour Womenâs University | South 24 Parganas, West Bengal | INR 7,900 |
| Assam University | Diphu, Assam | INR 27,545 |
| Prof. Rajendra Singh University | Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh | INR 99,950 |
| Sri Dev Suman Uttarakhand University | Tehri, Uttarakhand | INR 60,000 |
