School of Research

Ph.D. in History takes approximately 5-7 years to accomplish, depending on the program and individual development. This advanced degree requires extensive research, critical analysis, and an original contribution to historical knowledge. Students participate in coursework, comprehensive exams, and dissertation writing. The program encompasses history, research methodology, and specific fields of study. Candidates become proficient in primary source analysis, archival research, and academic writing. The climax is a doctoral dissertation that presents novel research findings. This degree provide different career positions in academia, research institutes, museums, and other professions that require extensive historical knowledge. Successful completion indicates mastery of historical study and the ability to add to the field's corpus of knowledge.

 Ph.D. in Music typically takes 4-7 years to complete, depending on the program and individual progress. This advanced degree focuses on original research, critical analysis, and scholarly contribution to the field of music. Students engage in intensive study of music theory, history, and performance practices, while also developing expertise in a specific area such as musicology, ethnomusicology, composition, or performance. The program usually involves coursework, comprehensive exams, teaching responsibilities, and culminates in a doctoral dissertation or significant creative project. Candidates are expected to make substantial contributions to musical knowledge or practice, often presenting their research at conferences and publishing in academic journals.

A Ph.D. in Fine Arts is a research-based program that examines the theory, practice, and history of visual arts such as painting, sculpture, photography, and digital media. The program, which typically lasts 3-5 years, permits students to pursue advanced creative work while also studying critical topics in art history, aesthetics, and cultural theory. Students create a dissertation that offers new ideas to the topic, frequently combining artistic expression with scientific study. Admission often needs a Master's degree in Fine Arts or a similar discipline, with graduates going on to work in academia, museums, galleries, or as professional artists, curators, or art critics.
 

Ph.D. in Drama, Films, and New technologies is an interdisciplinary research program that examines performance, cinematic arts, and digital technologies in modern society. The curriculum typically lasts 3-5 years and covers topics such as theater history and philosophy, film studies, digital media, media creation, current performance practices, screenwriting, and the interface of technology and storytelling. Students conduct unique research on topics such as narrative structures in films, the impact of new media on audience participation, globalization in cinema, and the growth of digital performance arts. Graduates frequently pursue employment in academics, cinema and media production, scriptwriting, theater direction, the digital media businesses, or cultural policymaking. Admission typically requires a Master's degree in theater, cinema studies, media studies, or a related discipline, witha strong foundation in both practical and theoretical approaches to drama and media.

Ph.D. in Manuscriptology is a research-oriented program that examines ancient manuscripts, their preservation, and their cultural, historical, and linguistic relevance. The program typically lasts 3-5 years and covers topics such as paleography, codicology, textual criticism, conservation techniques, and the study of rare manuscripts from many languages and civilizations. Students conduct research on manuscript examination, cataloging, restoration, and historical text interpretation. The program frequently includes research on ancient literary, religious, and philosophical writings. Graduates can work in academics, libraries, museums, archive institutions, or as conservators for cultural heritage groups. A Master's degree in history, archaeology, library science, or a related discipline, with an emphasis on historical texts and manuscript preservation, is typically required for admission.

Ph.D. in Tamil Literature and Culture is a research-intensive program that delves into the rich legacy, language, and cultural practices of Tamil-speaking cultures. The program typically lasts 3-5 years and covers classical and current Tamil literature, poetry, linguistics, folklore, history, and cultural traditions. Students conduct original study on topics including Tamil aesthetics, regional history, language evolution, and social challenges. Graduates may pursue professions in academia, translation, cultural preservation, or research institutes. Admission normally requires a Master's degree in Tamil, literature, or a related discipline, as well as a solid basis in research methods and literary analysis.