Master’s degree with 55% or equivalent grade from a recognized institution in India or abroad.
Though English Language Education (ELE) is a core and crucial area of the Indian education system, very few universities offer a dedicated PhD programme in ELE. This programme marks a significant and innovative addition to the list. It is a unique programme in terms of
Participants in the PhD ELE programme get a realistic opportunity to contribute to
The PhD programme has been developed by the Centre for English Language Education in collaboration with the School of Education Studies
The programme aims to converge local and global ELE principles and practices, approaching ELE as a social phenomenon informed by historical and contemporary perspectives. In doing so it also aims to incorporate explorations of the relationship of ELE with such contemporary concerns as globalization, ecological challenges, inclusivity issues and SDG goals. Broadly, the objectives are to:
Master’s degree with 55% or equivalent grade from a recognized institution in India or abroad.
The programme involves undertaking some courses and writing a research dissertation. The details are as follows:
Task | Duration/Deadline |
Coursework | 1st and 2nd semester |
Thesis proposal and formation of Research Advisory Committee | By the end of 2nd semester |
Confirmation of thesis proposal | Latest by the end of 5th semester; preferably by end of 3rd Semester |
Submission of thesis | At least 3 years and at most 5 years from the date of enrolment in the programme |
The timeline is further guided by the rules and regulations laid down by the SCR of the University from time to time. Any relaxation in these milestones can be made after due deliberation in the PhD Programme Advisory Committee and through the approval of the RSC guided by the rules and regulations laid down by the University.
Master’s degree with 55% or equivalent grade from a recognized institution in India or abroad.
Master’s degree with 55% or equivalent grade from a recognized institution in India or abroad.
Is the programme open to candidates in full-time service?
Yes, but the candidates are required to submit No Objection certificate from the employers.
What is the nomenclature of the programme?
The programme is called PhD in English Language in Education.
What are the core courses?
The core courses are:
Research Methodology I
Research Methodology II
ELE Overview
All these course are of four credits each.
What are the elective courses?
Candidates are welcome to take electives from the courses offered in Ph. D. Education by the School of Education (see the list below) or from Ph. D. programmes in other schools of the University. Candidates can also take a guided reading course as an elective.
Ph. D. Education Courses
Foundations of economics of education
Politics and education in India
Sociology of education
Global childhoods
Education and social mobility
Critical literacy
Culture, cognition and educational practices
Multilingual education: Practices, challenges and possibilities
Global education policy and networks
Researching educational change
Writing in early grades
Feminist pedagogies
Case studies in qualitative methods
Action research
Social network analysis
Discourse analysis
Interpretive methods in research with children and youth
Quantitative research methods
Ecocritical Perspectives from Literature (offered by SGA)
Multilingualism: Theory and Practice (offered by SoL)
Master’s degree with 55% or equivalent grade from a recognized institution in India or abroad.
Core courses
Elective courses
Students can also choose a relevant elective course from any school or programme of AUD in prior consultation with RAC.
Master’s degree with 55% or equivalent grade from a recognized institution in India or abroad. Relaxation of 5% for candidates from SC/ST/PWD categories.