Ph.D. Sociology:

Aims:

• To educate scholars able to examine social structures, institutions, and processes.
• To develop sociological theory and add to our knowledge of social change.
• To pursue research that educates public policy and fosters social justice.

Objectives:

• Scholars shall exhibit a profound comprehension of sociological theories and research methods.
• Scholars shall be capable of examining social phenomena from a sociological viewpoint.
• Scholars will be equipped to undertake research on all manner of sociological issues, e.g., inequality, globalization, urbanization, social movement.
• Scholars will be able to present sociological findings to a general population.
• Scholars will be able to make a contribution to the growth of sociological theory.
• SociologyPh.D. Programme /Course Outcomes:
• Core Knowledge and Understanding:

• Illustrate a critical and wide-ranging understanding of classical and contemporary sociological theory, which involves an ability to outline the principal debates, weaknesses, and uses of alternative theoretical approaches.
• Demonstrate extensive understanding of sociological research methods, both qualitative and quantitative. Students should be able to critically analyze the strengths and limitations of varying methodological approaches.
• Have a good command of the history and evolution of sociology as a subject matter. This involves understanding major figures, intellectual currents, and institutional change.
• Acquire a wide and advanced knowledge base in one or more substantive fields of sociology (e.g., inequality, family, health, criminology). The knowledge base must be adequate to enable original research contributions.
• Appreciate the ethical implications of sociological investigation. The graduates should be capable of designing and executing research in an ethical and responsible way, following professional guidelines.
• Research Skills and Abilities:

• Develop new research questions and plan sound research projects to test such questions. This involves being able to spot gaps within the current literature and come up with creative research methods.
• Perform sophisticated statistical analysis of quantitative data, utilizing relevant software packages and statistical methods. (For quantitatively oriented students)
• Gather, analyze, and interpret qualitative data through different methodologies like interviews, focus groups, ethnography, and content analysis. (For qualitatively oriented students)
• Assess critically other people’s research, noting strengths, weaknesses, and biases.
• Fill out clear, concise, and compelling research reports and academic publications.
• Moderate successfully research undertakings, ranging from data collection to analysis and reporting.
• Be able to secure external resources for research undertakings.
• Communication and Teaching Skills:

• Communicate complex sociological ideas and study results clearly to various groups, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrate teaching competence in undergraduate sociology courses. This entails creating course syllabi, conducting lectures, facilitating discussions, and measuring student learning.
• Report research findings at professional conferences and workshops.
• Participate in academic discourses and contribute to the growth of sociological knowledge.
• Offer positive feedback to other peers and students about their writing and research.
• Professional Development and Ethical Conduct:

• Show a commitment to ethical research practices and professional behavior.
• Recognize the professional standards and expectations of sociologists in academia and beyond.
• Establish a solid professional network by attending conferences, workshops, and professional groups.
• Prepare for work in academia, research, government, or non-profit work or other related fields.
• Display leadership skills in academic and professional environments.
• Show a commitment to social justice and the application of sociology to solve social issues.
• Support the sociological profession by providing service, mentorship, and leadership.