Ph.D

The School of Social Sciences (SoS) at Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Gandhinagar offers Ph.D. programs in Human Rights and Social Studies/Welfare. The Ph.D. programs are designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the social sciences and their applications in the field of human rights and social welfare. The Ph.D. programs offered by SoS in Human Rights and Social Studies/Welfare are interdisciplinary in nature and cover a wide range of topics, including:
1. Human Rights and Social Justice
2. Poverty and Inequality
3. Gender and Sexuality
4. Migration and Diaspora
5. Health and Environment
6. Education and Development
7. Governance and Public Policy
8. Culture and Society
9. Social Movements and Civil Society
The Ph.D. programme in SoS is research-oriented and requires students to undertake independent research under the guidance of a faculty member. The programme typically takes around four to five years to complete and includes coursework, comprehensive exams, and a dissertation. Overall, the Ph.D. programs offered by SoS in Human Rights and Social Studies/Welfare are a good choice for students who are interested in pursuing research in the social sciences and making a positive impact on society.