A PhD in Punjabi is a research-based program that focuses on the Punjabi language, literature, linguistics, and cultural history. The program, which typically lasts 3-5 years, includes classical and current Punjabi literature, poetry, folklore, and the language's evolution, as well as its social and historical settings. Students do unique research on topics including as language preservation, literary criticism, and the influence of Punjabi culture on regional and global narratives. Admission often requires a Master's degree in Punjabi or a related subject. Graduates may pursue jobs in academia, translation, cultural studies, media, or publishing.
