Honoris Causa Doctorate (Ph.D./ D.Sc. / D. Litt. / LLD)
An honorary doctoral award is often awarded in recognition of one’s life experiences. It is denoted by the letters “h.c.”, which is an abbreviation for “Honoris causa” (Latin for “for the sake of the honor”). This means that the degree is bestowed as an honor rather than through the completion of certain academic requirements. Those who are honored with this title often do not have any prior connection to the award-giving institution.
Ph. D. By Publication
Publication doctorates are awarded to working professionals in recognition of an existing body of work, rather than at the end of a completely new research project. This route to a doctorate is also known as the PhD by portfolio or PhD by published works/ published papers. It differs greatly from the conventional PhD by thesis. Rules apply to the type, the number, how recently the work has been published and how / whether they are linked. The number of publications required can vary depending on the length of the work, for example, if the pieces of research included are shorter forms of work, more items will be required to create a portfolio at doctoral level and length.
Ph. D. Executive
Regular D.Litt/D.Sc/LLD
(Preamble) The Degrees of Doctor of Letters (D.Litt.)/ Doctor of Science (D.Sc.) / Doctor of Laws (LLD) is the highest Post-Doctoral Research degree of this University in respective disciplines that are awarded to a candidate who has earlier acquired a Ph.D. degree. This Post-Doctoral Research degree is awarded on the basis of original and independent research that has made distinct contributions to the advancement of knowledge in a particular discipline, as evidenced by publications in reviewed journals and are recognized by peers. The research work of the candidate must have been characterized either by the discovery of facts or by a fresh approach towards the interpretation of facts or theories or formulating a new theory/hypothesis and evince his capacity for original thinking, critical examination, and sound judgment.