Program Overview
The PhD in Sociology program is designed to produce graduates with advanced analytical and critical thinking skills to address educational, academic, and societal needs. It focuses on equipping students with deep knowledge of sociological theories, research methodologies, and thematic areas essential for understanding complex social dynamics.
About Program
Students in this program are trained to conduct original research on social structures, cultural change, governance, health, education, gender, and other contemporary issues. Under the supervision of experienced faculty, they develop the ability to critically analyze social institutions and interactions while formulating solutions for national and global challenges.
The PhD Sociology program at Riphah International University, Faisalabad, prepares scholars for careers in academia, research, and policy-making. It emphasizes ethical responsibility, professional competence, and leadership, enabling graduates to contribute effectively to social development, policy design, and interdisciplinary research.
Program Type
Total Credit Hours
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Program Duration
Program Modality
Program Offerings
Programme Structure & Course Plan:
Year 1 (Sem I–II)
| SEMESTER - 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Course Title | Credit |
| SOC-801 | Advanced Research Methods in Social Sciences | 3(2-1) |
| SOC-802 | Social and Public Policy | 3(3-0) |
| SOC-803 | Development of Sociological Thoughts | 3(3-0) |
| UR-811 | Professional Ethics-II | 2(2-0) |
| SEMESTER - 2 | ||
|---|---|---|
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(One course will be compulsory, and two courses will be taken from the optional courses) |
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| Code | Course Title | Credit |
| SOC-804 | Advance Statistical Methods for Social Sciences | 3(3-0) |
| Optional Courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Course Title | Credit |
| SOC-805 | Leadership and Social Conflict | 3(3-0) |
| SOC-806 | Social Entrepreneurship | 3(2-1) |
| SOC-807 | Sociology of Family and Social Structure | 3(3-0) |
| SOC-808 | Sociology of Gender and Development | 3(3-0) |
| SOC-809 | Sociology of Crime and Prevention | 3(3-0) |
| SOC-810 | Human Resource Management | 3(2-1) |
| SOC-811 | Sociology of Globalization | 3(3-0) |
Year 2-3 (Sem III–VI)
| SEMESTER - 3-6 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Course Title | Credit |
| SOC-815 | Thesis Research | 30 |
Eligibility Criteria
For Pakistani Nationals
- Minimum CGPA 3.0/4.0 in the semester system or 1st Division in the annual system in MPhil/MS or equivalent in Sociology, Criminology, Cultural Geography, Cultural Studies, Demography/Population Studies, Ethnology, Gender Studies, or Social Anthropology.
- Final selection is based on the relevance of prior studies, as determined by the departmental admission committee, in line with HEC and Academic Council guidelines.
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RIU – Faisalabad Campus
Contact:
- +92 41 111 111 002
- +92 337 7526363
- contact@riphahfsd.edu.pk