Conjoint LL.M-PH.D DEGREE PROGRAMME
The LL.M.-Ph.D. Joint Degree Program of the National Law University, Orissa is a subject-specialty programme in law teaching and multi disciplinary research. The programme is in conjunction with specialized legal research leading to a doctorate degree in law. This combination of degrees is particularly intended for law graduates who plan to acquire advanced and specialized training in the field of Law and other disciplines, preparing them for careers in academia (both law schools and other departments), government and policymaking.
Eligibility
To be eligible for appearing in the entrance test LL.M.-Ph.D. Degree Course, a candidate should have passed B.A.LL.B. /LL.B. /B.L. degree or an equivalent degree from a recognized University and must have secured at least 60% of marks in the aggregate of the maximum marks prescribed. This combined course is for a minimum period of three years within which if the doctoral requirement cannot be completed the period can be increased. Candidates awaiting results of the qualifying examination can also appear for the test on the condition that they will have to produce at the time of admission proof of having passed the qualifying examination with the prescribed marks.
Admission Procedure
Eligible candidates should apply in the prescribed form on or before 10th May, 2011. Candidates for LL.M.-Ph.D. course shall be selected by the Admission Committee, based on a combined assessment of:
The performance at the admission test conducted by the National Law University, Orissa; on 22nd May, 2011 at multiple test centres across India and
Performance at the interview to determine the aptitude for higher studies and research in Law.
Admission Test
The entrance test for LL.M.-Ph.D. programme will be of 200 marks. The test will consist of multiple choice questions, short answer type questions, and two long answer type questions essentially related to Constitutional Law, Jurisprudence, Teaching and Research Aptitude and ability in language and communication.
No of Seats: Five
On successful completion of LL.M - Ph.D programme, all candidates are likely to be absorbed in the University itself.
The LL.M.-Ph.D. Curriculum
The unique LL.M- Ph.D will consist of course work, research work, teaching assignments, curriculum planning, academic administration, publications of high quality research papers and writing of a original thesis of doctoral standard.
Semester I
1.1 Research Methodology including designing of research proposals using multi-disciplinary tools and techniques. The candidate will have to start working on her/his research proposal. 1.2 Seminar Course on Comparative Constitutional Law Selected themes and issues leading to publication of a high quality research paper. 1.3 Minimum of Four Hours academic assignments including co-teaching of LL.B. classes, mentoring and tutorials, assembling teaching materials, guided reading etc.
Semester II
2.1 Law & Social Transformation. This course will involve a series of taught modules, guided reading of selected books/articles and formulation of alternate research proposals for Ph.D. complete with hypothesis, research questions, research methodology, bibliography etc. The candidate will have to defend his/her final research proposal before the research advisory council at the end of this semester. 2.2 Educational Psychology and Teaching Learning Methods. 2.3 Teaching a course for LL.B. under the supervision of a senior teacher. Course would involve preparation of teaching plans, setting question papers, evaluation etc.
Semester III
3.1 Specialization paper I 3.2 Practice teaching under core faculty for a minimum period of 4 hours per week. 3.3 Seminar Course on selected topic of specialization leading to publication of a Research Paper.
Semester IV
4.1 Research Work 4.2 Research Work 4.3 Specialization paper II
Semester V
5.1 Two Hours of teaching per week 5.2 Submission of Research Progress Report 5.3 Publication of one research paper (Initial Product of the Research)
P.S. : It is possible for the students to spend the semester in a law school outside NLUO doing teaching and research for the full semester in appropriate cases.
Semester VI
6.1 Writing of Thesis.
6.2 Specialization paper III (Teaching a course in the area of specialization).
6.3 Submission of Thesis.
6.4 Open Viva after all three positive reports of Ph.D Examiners.
Fee Structure
If the Admission Committee finds a candidate suitable for pursuing LL.M.-Ph.D. Degree programme, the candidate shall be allowed to provisionally 'register' for the LL.M.-Ph.D. programme on payment of the following fee:
S. No. Fee
- Tuition Fee Rs. 50, 000/ p.a.
- Admission Fee Rs. 5, 000/
- Retention Fee for every completed six months Rs. 3,000/
- Fee to be paid at the time of submission of thesis Rs. 5,000/
- Library Fee/Internet Fee/Electricity charges* Rs. 5,000/
- Hostel Fee ( for full time candidates) Rs. 22,000/- p.a.
- Electricity Fee Rs. 5,000/-
- Examination Fee Rs. 1,000/-
- Internet Fee Rs. 4,000/- Fees may be revised from time to time
Research Supervisor
On completion of the third semester, the Vice-Chancellor shall constitute a Research Advisory Committee (RAC). It shall include a Supervisor as the Chairperson and two other members with appropriate research experience from within or outside the University. In case the research work is also being guided by a Co-supervisor, he/she shall also be a member of the Research Advisory Council (RAC). An outside expert may also be appointed as a member of the Research Advisory Council.
The Research Advisory Council shall monitor the progress of the research work. The Research Advisory Council may also prepare a plan of work for the entire research programme, stipulating the teaching assignments and the number of academic activities (which may include taking of courses or publication of papers) that the candidate should get involved in.
Duration of Programme
The Minimum time period for the completion of this programme shall be 3 years. Time can be extended on the recommendation of the guide/core faculty by the Research Council/VC.
Research Stipends
Each candidate admitted to LL.M-Ph.D program on satisfactory completion of assigned responsibilities will get a stipend of Rs 15,000 per month for first two semesters and Rs.25,000/- per month for the subsequent semesters based on the satisfactory recommendation from the guide/core faculty.