Ph.D. in Kerala Studies

Ph.D. in Kerala Studies is a specialist study program that examines the history, culture, language, literature, and sociopolitical changes in Kerala, a state in southern India. The program, which typically lasts 3-5 years, covers a wide range of themes, including Kerala's history, socioeconomic structure, regional literature (particularly Malayalam), art, music, philosophy, religious traditions, and colonial and post-colonial developments. Students conduct multidisciplinary study that includes history, anthropology, literature, sociology, and cultural studies. Graduates frequently pursue positions in academia, research institutions, cultural groups, or governmental agencies concerned with regional development and heritage preservation. Admission usually requires a Master's degree in history, cultural studies, or a similar discipline with an emphasis on Kerala.