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Ph.D in Social Work

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Introduction

The Ph.D. in Social Work programme at Pannadhay University is designed to cultivate advanced research skills and deep subject expertise in Social Work. Students engage with contemporary social welfare practices, research methodologies, community development, social policy, human rights, and interdisciplinary perspectives to contribute original knowledge to the field of social work and social development. The programme prepares scholars for leadership roles in academia, research institutions, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), government agencies, international development organizations, social welfare institutions, healthcare organizations, corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives, and policy-making bodies.

Under the guidance of experienced faculty mentors, doctoral candidates undertake rigorous coursework, independent research, and thesis preparation in the field of Social Work. The Faculty of Arts at Pannadhay University provides a dynamic learning environment with modern research facilities, community outreach programmes, libraries, digital resources, and advanced research support to foster innovation in social welfare and community development. Graduates emerge with strong analytical, social research, critical thinking, problem-solving, and research communication skills that are highly valued in academia, research institutions, government agencies, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), healthcare organizations, corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives, international development organizations, and the social welfare sector.

Subject Offered :

Community Development
Social Policy and Social Justice
Human Rights and Advocacy
Women and Child Development
Rural and Urban Development
Mental Health and Counselling
Medical and Psychiatric Social Work
Public Health and Healthcare Services
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
NGO Management and Governance
Tribal and Indigenous Development
Disaster Management and Rehabilitation
Youth Development
Elderly Care and Gerontology
Environmental Sustainability and Social Work
Poverty Alleviation and Livelihood Development
Disability Studies and Inclusive Development
Social Entrepreneurship
Family Welfare and Child Protection
Migration and Social Inclusion

These subjects provide a comprehensive foundation for advanced research and prepare scholars for careers in academia, research institutions, government departments, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), international development agencies, healthcare organizations, corporate CSR divisions, social welfare institutions, and policy-making bodies.

Department	Faculty of Arts
Type	Regular
Duration of the Course	3-5 Years
Eligibility	Master's Degree with minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD)
Seat Alloted
Medium of Instruction	Hindi & English
Examination	Entrance Test + Interview
Syllabus	University prescribed Ph.D. syllabus in Education
Scholarship	As per university norms rules
Fees	1,15,000 per year

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