Ph.D. in English
About
Pursuing a doctoral degree is a significant academic and professional undertaking, and the “best” field of study depends on your interests, career goals, and the areas where you excel. A Doctoral degree from NCU is seen as the most coveted for a student as it is recognized as the top Private University in North India. The candidate is expected to have the motivation and rigour to produce original research in the chosen thrust area of research and publish at least two research papers in peer-reviewed Scopus or Web of Science-indexed journals. The progress is evaluated every six months. At the end of the research work carried out, the scholar is required to successfully defend the Ph.D. thesis before the examiners, one of which will be from outside India.
About Research at Centre For Language Learning
Ph.D. program in English
Centre for Language Learning at The NorthCap University, known for its commitment to academic excellence and research-driven education, has designed a Ph.D. program that offers a unique opportunity for scholars to delve into various literary genres. Our program aims to foster a comprehensive understanding of literature while nurturing specialization in specific genres, such as poetry, drama, postmodern fiction, and more.
The thrust areas of research include (but not limited to):
- Indian English Literature
- Translation Studies
- Gender Studies
- Post Colonial Literature
- World Literatures
- American Literature
- Contemporary British Literature,
- Childrens’ Literature
- Postcolonial Literature (Memory Studies, Life Narratives and Diasporic Literature)
- Travel Literature
- Film Studies
- Cultural Studies,
- Body Studies
- Medical Humanities
- Women’s writings and Life Writings
The Centre has distinguished faculty of renowned scholars and researchers who are committed to guiding and mentoring Ph.D. students throughout their academic journey. Our faculty members have extensive expertise in diverse literary areas and have made significant contributions to the field through their publications, research projects, and scholarly activities. Their commitment to intellectual growth and academic rigor ensures a stimulating and supportive environment for students pursuing their Ph.D. in English.
Moreover, our university fosters a vibrant academic community, offering numerous opportunities for scholarly engagement and intellectual discourse. We regularly organize conferences, seminars, and workshops, inviting scholars from around the world to share their insights and engage in meaningful discussions. Ph.D. students are encouraged to participate actively in these events, enhancing their academic and networking skills.
We look forward to welcoming prospective Ph.D. students of English Language and Literature to The NorthCap University and providing them with an intellectually stimulating and academically enriching environment.
Expectation
A Ph.D. student at the Centre for Language Learning is expected to exhibit the motivation and rigour needed to produce original research in their area of focus. During the course of the PhD Program, the scholar is expected to publish at least two research papers in peer-reviewed, non-paid journals indexed in Scopus, Web of Science or UGC Care I & II. Their research progress is evaluated every six months at the departmental level in the presence of Subject Experts. After conducting the research, the candidate must present his findings in the form of his Ph.D. thesis and defend his work before a panel of experts in the field.
Support
- NCU is one of the best private universities in Haryana offering Ph.D. in English.
- Our Ph.D. English program has been developed in compliance with UGC requirements (including Course work).
- Highly qualified faculty having Ph.D. degrees and good research experience.
- Well-equipped library with free digital access to many research journals.
- Research Fellowship of upto Rs. 35, 000 p.m. for bright full-time Ph.D. scholars and contingency grant of Rs 25,000 p.a. for all full-time Ph.D. scholars along with a degree from one of the best universities for Ph.D. in Gurgaon, Haryana.
Minimum Eligibility Criteria
PHD Admission
- University Admission Policy and Selection Procedure: Click here
- Rules and Regulations governing PhD programme: Click here
PhD in ENGLISH
A candidate seeking admission to the Ph.D. Program under CLL must possess an MA or M.Phil. degree with minimum 55% marks in aggregate or equivalent CGPA for admission in Humanities (English).
or Four-year undergraduate degree in any domain with minimum 75% marks in aggregate or 8.5 CGPA.
<!–A candidate seeking admission to the PhD Programme under School of Engineering and Technology (SOET) of NCU must have obtained:
1- M Tech (Engineering) degree with minimum 60 % marks in aggregate or equivalent (with NCU, NPET).
2- Science/Humanities, M.Sc. (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics)/MA (English, Mathematics) degree with minimum 60% in aggregate or Equivalent, with NET/GATE/JRF/SLET qualified for financial assistance by the government (NCU,NPET exempted) or 67.5% with (NCU,NPET).
3- B. Tech. degree from a Premier university or institution (IIT/NIT) and the institution within 100 NIRF ranking for the year of consideration with CGPA 8.5 or equivalent (with NCU,NPET) and GATE/UGC/CSIR score for government financial assistant (NCU,NPET exempted).
The minimum eligibility criteria indicated above for each Programme is only an enabling clause. The concerned Doctoral Research Committee (DRC) may fix higher criteria at the time of short-listing keeping in view the number of candidates, number of seats and minimum academic / professional background expected to cope with the Programme etc.
Candidates in the final year of their Master’s Programme, who expect to complete all their qualifying degree requirements before the date of registration for the first semester of their Ph.D. Programme at NCU can apply for admission. For short-listing purposes, their performance till the preceding semester (or preceding year, if in case their Programme is year based) would be considered, but the admission would be subject to their meeting the minimum eligibility criteria after their final qualifying examination results are announced. In such cases, a letter from HoD of their current institution, certifying candidate’s Master’s Thesis submission is required at the time of Ph.D. admission. However, if the student fails in the qualifying examination or fails to produce the degree/provisional certificate/mark sheet within 3 months of the commencement of the 1st semester, his/her admission and registration to the Ph.D. Programme will be automatically cancelled with no refund of the semester fees.
Candidates who do not have valid score in national tests like GATE, UGC-NET and SLET will have to appear in Entrance Test named ‘NCU Ph. D. Entrance Test’ (NPET) and will have the following weightage of various components for admission: NPET marks 50% , Qualifying degree marks – 30%, and Interview –20%. Candidates who have valid score in the above National tests shall be exempted from NPET. The following weightage shall be assigned to various components for the admission: NPET marks 50%, qualifying degree marks – 30%, and Interview –20%
The entrance test NPET will be of two hours duration and will be an Objective type test. Entrance Test ‘NPET’ will be held from 10:00 AM to 12 noon on the date specified by the University. For broad syllabus refer Ph.D. Brochure 2020-21. The NPET will be conducted centrally by Controller of Examination (COE) at NCU Campus. Room No. for NPET will be informed through University website / e-mail. After the NPET written test, interview will be conducted (by respective Departments/Schools) on the same day at NCU 1:00 PM onwards. Rooms for interviews will be announced at the appropriate time.
Selection of the Research Fellows shall be done from amongst scholars who have qualified for admission, by the Fellowships Selection Committee.
In case of candidates from partnering institutions/industries, applications may be considered by the VC/BDR throughout the year, subject to the scrutiny for eligibility upon request by partnering institute.
Duration
| Program | Full Time/ Part Time | Minimum duration of the programme | Maximum duration of the
programme |
| M.A(English) Entry | FT | 3 Years | 6 Years |
Note: Minimum and Maximum duration includes Course work
Relaxation of upto 2years maximum duration can be provided for women under special circumstances and differently-abled candidates.
Programme Fee
Annual fee is Rs.85,000/- Semester-wise fee to be paid in two equal semester wise installments of Rs.42,500/- each at the beginning of each semester.
Contact Details
For PhD admission related queries contact Dr Divyabha, Head of Centre for Language Learning- divyabha@ncuindia.edu, 9811738101
Broad Areas of research
| Name of the Department | Broad Areas
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| CENTRE FOR LANGUAGES LEARNING (CLL) | American Literature
British Literature Indian Writing in English English Language Teaching
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