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CEPT University Ph.D 2023: Admission, Fees, Form, Eligibility, Entrance, Syllabus

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Ph.D

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Course Duration

3 Years

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Course Description

CEPT University offers full-time Ph.D. programs for a duration of 4 years. The Ph.D. program is specialized in two streams that include Planning and Architecture. The program aims to build up core competencies like research capabilities, critical thinking and writing, and publication. The minimum eligibility is a Masters’s degree in the relevant field. Admission is done on the basis of the Entrance Test followed by an Interview OR GATE or GRE score

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CEPT University Ph.D Admission Dates 2023
CEPT University Ph.D. Eligibility Criteria
CEPT University Ph.D. Admission Guidelines
CEPT University Ph.D. Course Details
CEPT University Ph.D. FAQ

CEPT University Ph.D Admission Dates 2023

Event	Date
Last date for receiving applications	March 31,2023
Announcement of shortlisted for Interview	April 07, 2023
Admission interviews	April 21-22, 2023
Announcement of admitted candidates	April 25, 2023
Semester begins	July 24, 2023

CEPT University Ph.D. Eligibility Criteria

Ph.D. in Architecture –

Master’s (or equivalent) degree in Architecture, Conservation, Architectural Design, History & Theory of Landscape Architecture.
Master’s degree in social science (sociology, economics, anthropology, environmental science, history), art history, or civil engineering. In this case, a bridge-course of one year is to be done.

Ph.D. in Planning –

Master’s (or equivalent) degree in fields related to Planning (Infrastructure, Housing, Transport, or any other planning programs) or in Urban Design or Urban Management.
Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Geography / Sociology / Environmental Science / Climate Studies / Social Work / Economics / GIS / Geomatics / / Development Studies / Policy Studies / Political Science. In this case, a bridge-course of one year is to be done.

CEPT University Ph.D. Admission Guidelines

Admission to the Ph.D. program is based on the Written Test followed by an Interview although GATE Or GRE score holders can also apply.

How to apply?

Visit the official website of CEPT University.
Click on the 'Admission tab'.
Candidates will be redirected to the course-list page.
Click on the desired course
Click on the ‘How to Apply’ link.
Fill the application form
Upload the required documents
Pay the application fee online.

Read more: CEPT University Admission 2023

CEPT University Ph.D. Course Details

The normal duration of a Ph.D. program is 4 years of which the first 2 are for coursework. This requires full-time residency.
During this period, students will engage in teaching and/or faculty research for which they will receive a stipend.
After they have successfully completed the coursework, they will have to appear for a qualifying examination to test the competency in their field of specialization.
Once the exam is cleared, the students are given the status of ‘Ph.D. Candidate’.
Post this, the candidates will prepare and defend a research proposal within a maximum period of one semester.
During the candidacy, candidates will work in consultation with their Dissertation Advisory Committee.
Students can apply for diverse areas of research. However, they have to discuss their area of research interest with the respective Faculty Doctoral Program Coordinators.

The course details for both the specializations are the same.

The Ph.D. program, which spans over 4 years, is divided as follows:

Year 1 – Residency (Coursework)	Formulate 2-year study plan Complete required coursework and teaching/research assignments
Year 2 – Residency (Coursework)	Complete required coursework Complete teaching assignments Prepare for – QE and Research Proposal Formation of DAC
Year 3 (Research)	Formulate research plan Complete the fieldwork Progress reviews with DAC Research Publication
Year 4 – Submission (Research)	Progress reviews with DAC Research Publication Submit draft dissertation for external examinations

Course Structure for PhD Program – CEPT University
-	-	Grounding in domain		Building competence in method and communication		Grounding in research work	Building competence in teaching
Year 1	Monsoon	Seminar – Introduction to the intellectual foundation	Supplementary Lectures / Seminars in Urban Studies / Sociology / Economics / Statistics or Electives / SWS	Seminar – Research Design	Research Colloquium – Participate as observer	Independent Study 1	Engage in teaching (for 15-20 hours/week)
Year 1	Spring	Seminar – Key Texts in architecture/planning theories		Seminar – Research Writing and Communication	Research Colloquium Participate as observer	Independent Study 2
Year 2	Monsoon	Seminar – Application of theories, debates and Criticism		Seminar – Research Methods (Qualitative / Quantitative)	Research Colloquium – Participate as an observer	Independent Study 3
Year 2	Spring	Research Proposal Writing Workshop		Research Colloquium – Participate as a presenter	Complete qualifying exam before semester end
Year 3	Monsoon	DAC formation and Research Proposal Defence before the Monsoon semester end
Year 3 (Spring and Year 4)		Dissertation Progress Reviews and Submission for external examination

CEPT University Ph.D. FAQs

Ques. Does CEPT University offer any financial assistance to the Ph.D. students?

Ans. Yes. Financial assistance is given to students in the form of a partial/full tuition fee waiver to deserving candidates. This is done through a set procedure that is based on need-cum-performance-based criteria.

Ques. What is the number of seats available in each specialization of Ph.D. and are there any reservations for the same at CEPT University?

Ans. Yes. There are reservations as per the CEPT PG policy. The number of seats in each specialization is 10.

Ques. Are there any scholarships provided for the Ph.D. students at CEPT University?

Ans. Yes. A scholarship is offered for the first 6 months of the mandatory coursework against teaching assignments (15-20 hours/week) as allocated by the respective faculty. Satisfactory performance can lead to an extension of the scholarship to another semester.

Ques. What are the fees for the Ph.D. programs at CEPT University?

Ans. The fee for the program is INR 3,80,000 per year. This makes it a total of INR 1,520,000 for 4 years. However, due to financial assistance and scholarship, the fee can be waived.

Ques. Is there any admission helpline of CEPT University that I can consult in case if I have a query regarding Ph.D. Admission?

Ans. Yes. The Doctoral department can be reached out on the telephone number - +91 7968310000. There is also an email id - doctoral.office@cept.ac.in.

Course Details

Duration3 Years

Number of Seats10

Type of CourseFull Time

Mode of TeachingOn Campus

Duration3 Years

Number of Seats10

Type of CourseFull Time

Mode of TeachingOn Campus

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CEPT University: 5 answered questions

Which college is best for doing master's in structural engineering? CEPT university, Nirma or SVNIT Surat?

Trisha Sharma

29 Jul 21

SVNIT is theoretical research-based while CEPT is more practice-oriented. If you are interested in pursuing a Ph.D. further or if you would like to get placed on-campus, then SVNIT is your place.

After matching your requirements focus on excelling at GATE to get structural engineering getting into structural engineering at SVNIT.

If you choose CEPT then you will have to work hard to get a job. It is well known in all of Asia and has one of the best civil engineers. The faculty is highly qualified, its alumni are working in MNCs and most of them get annual trips abroad.

Lastly, if you are not from Ahmedabad you will have to stay at the CEPT hostel which is an awesome place to stay, as you will see for yourself if you so choose to be.

Be mindful of the fees because both SVNIT and Nirma charge more about the quality they provide.

Which college is better - SPA Delhi or CEPT university?

Sangita Guha

02 Feb 22

Which will be better between SPA Delhi and CEPT University depending on the course you are choosing. If you want to pursue a B.Plan or B.Arch degree then SPA Delhi is a better choice. For a master’s degree, both of these colleges are decent options. However, the fee structure of the institutes is quite different. So, do your research on both institutes before choosing any of these institutes.

Which university is better CEPT or NICMAR?

Ankit Joshi

02 Feb 22

NICMAR has an edge over CEPT because of the wide choice of specializations. Especially if you choose a course related to the construction industry and other common courses then you will have a wide range of job opportunities. You can even get job offers from the IT sector. But, you should choose a course based on your interest.

How good is CEPT University?

Anumita Guha

01 Feb 22

CEPT University is an old and reputed university. It ranks among the top universities for architecture. It has great faculty and environment. The culture on the campus is quite friendly. You can easily approach the faculties.

The campus is huge and well-equipped with up-to-date facilities and teaching methodology. The staff and student union on campus are also quite co-opearative.

Which entrance test should I take to get admission in CEPT University for a master’s in the field of my interest?

Madhuri Chowdhuri

02 Feb 22

CEPT University has its own selection process. The screening process for PG admission usually consists of an objective examination followed by GD and a personal interview. The selection details differ based on the course. Go through the official website of CEPT. You will get the detailed admission procedure there.