Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Programme in Education

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1 Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Programme in Education The Doctoral Programme in Education aims to develop an understanding of research, public policy and educational practice, and the relationships among them. It begins with a study of specific courses followed by rigorous research leading to a dissertation. The course work gives students the opportunity to study individualized courses that are tailored to suit their research interests. These could be a combination of courses designed within the Department of Education and those chosen from courses across disciplines offered by other departments of the University of Delhi, including courses on qualitative and quantitative research methods. The doctoral program is based on the premise that rigorous research will help develop a cadre of professionals who can develop specialised knowledge in areas of educational practice and public policy. The programme prepares students to assume roles as university faculty members, senior-level educational leaders, professional practitioners, policy makers, and researchers. Prospective students should investigate the research interests of the Department faculty, and discuss courses that can be offered in order to complete the application for admission. 1 9

2 Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Programme Admission Schedule: June 9 July 4, 2014 Monday- Friday 11:00am 4:00pm Availability &Submission of Application Form* July14, 2014 Monday July24,2014 Thursday Aug 7,2014 Thursday Aug 11,2014 Monday August 14, 2014 Thursday 4:00 pm Display of the list of Candidates eligible for Written Test 10:00 am Written Test at CIE, University of Delhi. 4:00 pm Display of the List of Candidates called for interview 10:00 am Interviews at CIE, University of Delhi. 4:00 pm Display of list of Candidates recommended for admission *Application Form to be downloaded from CIE website http//cie.du.ac.in and Delhi University website http//du.ac.in Completed application forms are to be submitted on all working days (Monday Friday) from11:00a.m.to 4:00 p.m. except gazette holidays in Room No.4 of the Department of Education, University of Delhi,33,ChhatraMarg,University of Delhi,Delhi Important : For further information about admit cards for the entrance test, the candidates are required to check the updates on the website before the written test. 2 9

3 Eligibility Conditions To be eligible for admission to the PhD programme, a candidate must have obtained a M.Ed/ M.A.(Education) or an M.Phil (Education) degree of the University of Delhi, or any other recognized University, or any degree recognized as equivalent in the subject ( Education) in which the candidate wishes to pursue a course of research,. She/he must have obtained either a minimum of 55% marks or an equivalent grade in the M.Ed/ M.A.(Education) or M.Phil( Education) degree. Students who are initially registered for the M.Phil.(Education) programme of any University can also apply provided they fullfil the above eligibility conditions. Note: Rounding o f f of fractions is not allowed while computing the percentage of marks for eligibility. Foreign Candidates Foreign candidates should apply for Ph.D. admission through Foreign Students Registry, University of Delhi, Delhi. Their applications will be duly considered and research proposals scrutinized by the Departmental Research Committee. Number of Seats Group I - Six (6) seats are available in the PhD programme in the academic session for the Non Net (having no fellowship/ financial assistance) candidates. Group II Six( 6 )Seats are available for those candidates with fellowship/ financial assistance. * M.Phil ( Education) scholars without fellowship/ financial assistance will be considered in Group I and those with fellowship/ financial assistance will be considered in group II Note: The extent of reservations and the eligibility criteria for the reserved categories of students to be admitted to the doctoral programme will be governed by guidelines issued by the university in accordance with statutory provisions. Submission of Application Application to the PhD programme requires submission of 12 copies of Statement of Purpose* and duly filled in Application Form along with the attested copies of relevant documents as specified in the application form. Application form can be downloaded from the websites of Department of Education or of the University. An entrance examination fee of Rs. 600/- (for General Category and OBC 3 9

4 candidates) and Rs. 300/- (for reserved category candidates- SC/ST/PwD) has to be submitted through Bank Draft. Draft should be in favour of The Registrar, University of Delhi and Payable at Delhi/ New Delhi. Applications can be submitted or sent by registered post to The Dean, Faculty of Education, Delhi University, Delhi , mentioning the name of the programme on the envelope along with 12 copies of the statement of purpose along with a bank draft. Please do mention your name, address and phone number on the reverse side of the draft. The application forms must reach the Department by Friday, July 4, The Department will not be responsible for any postal delays or loss. * The Statement of Purpose should be written in about 2000 words in the area of research that the candidate desires to pursue. The statement of purpose (SoP) should indicate to the reader why you wish to take up research in a particular area and that you have the necessary capability and the interest to do so. It is necessary to show that you have read enough in the area you want to pursue and are aware of possible strands that can be explored. As a Ph.D. applicant, you will also be expected to have a certain level of independent and critical thinking and a clear idea of why you want to study further. The Statement of Purpose must not follow the format of a research proposal with objectives, design, methodology etc. All Statements of Purpose in this format will be disqualified. Plagiarized or cut and paste texts will not be considered favourably. Note: If, at any stage, after verification, it is found that the furnished information is wrong or inaccurate, or certificates/ documents produced are fake, the consequences may lead to cancellation of the test result, admission, examination, forfeiture of the tuition fee, degree and even prosecution in appropriate cases. Process for Selection of Candidates The process of selection for admission to the Ph.D programme for candidates who fulfill the minimum eligibility requirements consists of: (a) Written Test Maximum Marks - 85, Duration 3 hours The written test will comprise the following three sections: Section I (35 Marks): Specific questions based on one or more given passages related to theoretical ideas and contemporary issues and debates in education. Section II (25 Marks): Reading and interpreting data and commenting on research methodology and analysis as provided in the question paper. Section III (25 Marks): Writing short essay(s) on a given set of themes. 4 9

5 (b) Interview Marks - 15 The Interview will focus on gauging the candidates understanding of the field, extent of their readings in the area and clarity of purpose, and their ability to present a defense of the Statement of Purpose. Based on their performance in the written test, the number of candidates to be called for interview shall be about 2.5 times the number of seats available in each category, as per the University rules. Two separate final selection lists for Group I and Group II will be prepared on the basis of the candidates combined performance in the written Test and Interview. 5 9

6 For office Use only UNIVERSITY OF DELHI BOARD OF RESEARCH STUDIES IN EDUCATION Roll No Eligible / Not Eligible Gen/SC/ST/PwD/OBC APPLICATION FORM FOR REGISTRATION / ADMISSION TO PhD COURSE The Chairperson Board of Research Studies in Education Department of Education University of Delhi Delhi Paste self attested Passport Photograph Dear Sir/Madam, I am hereby submitting my application for registration / admission to PhD Course in the Department of EDUCATION, University of Delhi, and am giving below my particulars for consideration of the Board. Also please find attached copies of my Statement of Purpose. 1. Name (in Block Letters) (as entered in the qualifying degree certificate) Ms./Mr. 2. Mother s Name Father s/guardian s Name 3. Date of Birth (in Figures) Day Month Year (in words) 4. Nationality 5. Delhi University Enrolment number, if any 6. Whether Gen/ SC / ST/ OBC/ PwD, indicate category: 7. Address for Correspondence: Contact Telephone No. (R) _ (M) address:(i) 8. Permanent Address (ii) Contact Telephone No. (R) _ (M) 9. Are you pursuing any other course in this or any other University / Institution? If so, please give details. 6 9

7 10. Are you a JRF awardee? Yes/ No. If yes, details of subject, month & year of award 11. Have you availed JRF from any University? Yes/ No If Yes, Give Details of the Course, Department, University and period of availing the fellowship with date 12. DETAILS OF EXAMINATIONS PASSED Exam. Passed University Year Max. Marks M.A./ M.Sc./M.Com / Marks Obtained Div/Grade Subject M.Ed. MPhil (Education / Any Other) Any other Postgraduate/ Research Degree passed 13. Topic of M.Phil dissertation (if pursued) : Note: The self attested copies of the following certificates should be attached at the time of submission of this form: a) Masters (Qualifying) Degree Certificate. b) Mark Sheets of Masters Degree (Qualifying) examination c) Hr. Sec /Secondary School Certificate for verification of date of birth. d) Certificate by the competent authority in support of claim for reservation (if any). e) M.Phil Degree Certificate (if awarded). f) Certificate of UGC-JRF (if awarded). g) Teaching experience certificate (if working in Delhi University). h) Certificate of study leave/resignation (at the time of Registration). (Selected candidates shall be required to produce the original certificates for verification at the time of registration) 14. Precise details of research experience, if any: 7 9

8 15. Statement of Purpose on a separate attached sheet in about 2000 words (Please see section on Submission of Application in the Prospectus). 16. Payment Details Draft No. Dated Amount* Bank s Name Branch Draft amount : Rs. 600/- for General/ OBC Category and Rs. 300/- for SC/ST/PH category. Demand Draft should be in favour of The Registrar, University of Delhi and Payable at Delhi/ New Delhi. 17. Undertaking / Declaration: (a) I solemnly affirm that the facts stated above are correct and true to my knowledge. I further give the undertaking that if any information given by me is found to be incorrect, my candidature will stand cancelled and legal proceedings be initiated against me. (b) I ensure that I am eligible on the basis of criteria given in the M.Phil / P.hD prospectus I understand that appearing in the entrance test and interview does not mean that I am eligible. (c) I have carefully gone through the rules as prescribed under Ordinance VI-B and the procedure laid by the Board relating to the registration for Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) course and I undertake to abide by them during the tenure of my research in the Department of EDUCATION, University of Delhi. I am aware that disputes, if any, arising out of / or relating to any matter whatsoever, concerning registration/cancellation/ submission of thesis or any other matter shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts in Delhi only. (d) I declare that I shall submit myself for the disciplinary jurisdiction of the University who may be vested with the powers to exercise discipline under the Act, the Statutes, the Ordinances and the Rules that may be framed by the University/Board from time to time in this behalf. (e) *I solemnly declare that I am not in any kind of employment at present and that in case I get any employment, at any stage during my studies, I will seek prior approval of the Board of Research Studies for joining the same. * At present I am employed as, with (institutional address) and I shall submit the letter of sanction of leave from my employer, before taking admission/ registration. (* Strike off which is not applicable) (f) I hereby give an undertaking that before leaving Delhi or leaving for abroad, I will take prior approval of the Board through the Head of the Department and on arrival I would immediately inform the Board of Research Studies, Department of Education, University of Delhi.... Signature of the Applicant Date..... Name

9 (To be filled in by those who are employed) Name of the Institution where employed.. Designation Period of employment: From.. to Whether Permanent/Temporary/Contractual/Ad-hoc/Project. Brief details about the nature of jobs**.. Tel. No. Office.. Residence.. Mob.. **separate sheet may be used to furnish the details, if necessary. (Certificate to be signed by the Head/ Principal of the Department/Institution/College where the candidate is employed) (i) I certify that Ms./Mr. has been working in this Institution/Department/College/Project as in a permanent/temporary/adhoc/contractual capacity since. (ii) I further certify that Ms./Mr.. Will be granted leave to pursue the Ph.D. course as required under the present rules of the Board of Research Studies (Humanities) and as may amended from time to time. (strike out if not applicable). Date.. Signature of the Head/Principal of the Department/Institute/College 9 9