Department of Linguistics

Ph.d.

Dept. data last updated on :09/09/2026

Program Name :

Ph. D in Linguistics

Specialization :

Sociolinguistics,Applied Linguistic and Morpho-Syntax

Number of Seats :

Depends upon the no. of vacancies availlable with the teachers सीटों की संख्या शिक्षकों पर उपलब्ध रिक्तियों पर निर्भर करती है ।

Degree Requirement :

M.A. in Linguistics/Applied Linguistics

Course Requirement :

Post-Graduate

Jobs Prospects :

Apart from teaching and research, a candidate with Ph.D. degree in linguistics can also pursue his/her career in Language teaching, Information technology, Speech pathology, Translation, Language documentation, and other interdisciplinary areas.

Program Educational Objectives (PEO's) :

  • To produce professionals/experts with rigorous research and analytical skills in Linguistics.
  • To produce the language researchers and experts with broad-based knowledge to make original and significant contribution in linguistics and language studies.
  • To integrate linguistic theory with computational, cognitive and clinical domains to address complex problems in AI, education, health care and language policy.

Program Outcomes (PO's) :

  • Program Objectives:
  • The researcher will be able to develop the thorough and comprehensive understanding in the field of their specialization.
  • The researcher would be able to develop critical thinking and the ability to enrich the understanding in the area of language and linguistics.
  • The researcher would be able to develop the state-of-the-art skills in the field of Linguistics and Language studies.

Program Specific Objectives:

  • Formulate and test hypothesis that advance linguistic theory in various domains of Linguistics.
  • Conduct methodologically rigorous field works, build annotated corpora and digital archives.
  • Apply advance qualitative and quantitative methods, statistical tools and computational techniques for linguistic analysis.
  • Address real world problems in areas such as language pedagogy, translation, lexicography, NLP using theoretically grounded frameworks. 
  • Uphold ethical protocols in research, ensure community participations and advocate for linguistic human rights.

Accreditation :

Yes