FLAME is a pioneer of liberal education, and the spirit of inter- and multi-disciplinarity pervades all aspects of academics. The Doctoral Program builds upon the traditional and blends it with the practical. We endeavor to provide an environment where cutting-edge research is done by a community of scholars with a focus on conceptual clarity, best-in-class practices, and the development of new methodologies that are employed not only to illuminate the issue under study but also in a wide range of contexts. This serves to create a virtuous cycle where academic research catalyzes practical applications and, in turn, provides avenues to study other challenging problems.
The FLAME Doctoral Program is particularly focused on preparing researchers who:
OUR PhD GUIDES AND RESEARCH INTERESTS
A PhD candidate admitted under the FLAME University Fellowship Scheme will be provided a monthly stipend with biennial increments. Candidates will also be offered accommodation on campus based on availability or compensated with a house rent allowance as per the university's policy for 4 years from the date of admission.
Candidates on a fellowship will also receive financial assistance to attend select national and international conferences, as well as a contingency grant per year during the PhD program.
An essential component of a PhD scholar’s training is pedagogy. Candidates on stipendiary support from FLAME will be expected to assist in teaching at least one course in each semester, beginning in the second year of the PhD program.
The following documents need to be submitted along with the application