The Degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) is the Research Degree of  Xavier University.

 

The degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) is awarded to a candidate, who, as per regulations, has submitted a thesis on the basis of original research work done by him / her in any particular discipline or more than one discipline (Inter disciplinary), that makes a contribution to the advancement of knowledge in Medical Sciences or to innovate methods of application of existing knowledge in Medical Sciences so as to contribute to the betterment of lives of the people and has had the thesis approved by suitably constituted examiners as required.