Ph.D. (Linguistics)

Doctor of Philosophy in Linguistics

Ph.D. Linguistics or Doctor of Philosophy in Linguistics is a Doctorate Language course. The duration of the program is a minimum of two years from the date of registration (3 years for external candidates) and maximum of 5-6 years. There are four concentrations leading to the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in Linguistics: Applied Linguistics, Computational Linguistics, Sociolinguistics, and Theoretical Linguistics. During the Ph.D. program, students will learn to carry out cutting-edge linguistic research, culminating in the completion of a dissertation. To help students in the transition from “consuming” to also “producing” linguistic research, there are many structures and requirements in place. The degree provides advanced training in field linguistics and documentary linguistics, in the primary areas of the field in sound, syntax, and meaning and in second language acquisition, as well as training in linguistic computing and experience in presenting original research in professional venues.

Ph.D. Linguistics Eligibility    

• Aspiring students should have passed a Master’s degree is required to gain admission to a doctoral program. In some subjects, doing a Masters in Philosophy (M.Phil.) is a prerequisite to start Ph.D.
• Candidate should clear the common entrance exam conducted by the University for the Course.

Ph.D. Linguistics Syllabus

Syllabus of Linguistics as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

Ph.D. Linguistics Colleges

• Osmania University - OU, Hyderabad
• University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad
• Assam University, Silchar
• University of Delhi - DU, Delhi

Ph.D. Linguistics Course Suitability

• The course is suitable for those who want to take up research work and willing to linguistics in very detail.
• It is good for students willing to teach grammar and become a translator.

How is Ph.D. Linguistics Course Beneficial?

• The course provides students with an in-depth understanding of theoretical issues in the field of Applied Linguistics.
• It enables students to evaluate empirical Applied Linguistics studies in diverse professional settings and to conduct empirical research in Applied Linguistics in different cultural settings.

Ph.D. Linguistics Employment Areas

• Educational Institutes
• Data Centres
• News & Media
• Translation Departments
• Hearing Centres

Ph.D. Linguistics Job Types

• Audiologist
• Communication Disorder Specialist
• Broadcaster or News Reader
• Copy Writer
• Editor
• Technical Writer
• Translator
• Publisher
• Interpreter
• Language Planner
• Teacher
• Lexicographer
• Psycholinguist
• Tour Operator
• Researcher