A step-by-step preparation program for students aspiring to pursue a PhD. Learn to craft strong research proposals, build your academic profile, and prepare confidently for interviews — guided by Harshit K (PhD Scholar, IIT Madras).
He has completed his UG in Mass Communication with a gold medal, pursued his master's from IIT Mandi, and then completed my Pre-PhD from the Indian Institute of Management, IIM Bangalore. He qualified and UGC NET exams.
The PhD Preparation Course by The University Connection is designed to help aspiring research scholars confidently apply for PhD programs at IITs, IIMs, TISS, JNU, and foreign universities.
The course focuses on building your research and application readiness — from writing a powerful Statement of Purpose (SOP) and Research Proposal, to handling interviews and presentations effectively.
It’s not just a course — it’s a mentorship journey where you’ll learn how to present your academic journey, choose the right research topic, and align it with faculty interests and institutional expectations.
Students in UG, PG, MPhil, or Pre-PhD stages
Working professionals planning to apply for PhD programs
Aspirants targeting IITs, IIMs, TISS, JNU, and international PhD opportunities
How to identify your research area and topic
How to write a compelling research proposal
How to design research questions, objectives, and methodology
How to draft an impressive SOP and CV for PhD applications
How to prepare for PhD interviews and research presentations
Common mistakes and how to avoid rejection in the application process
🎥 Recorded Sessions (Flexible access)
📄 Templates for SOP, Research Proposal & CV
📚 Reading Resources on research design & academic writing
🗓️ Duration: 6 Months (extendable till next admission cycle)
Learn directly from a PhD Scholar at IIT Madras with real experience in research proposal evaluation
Practical, example-based learning from actual successful proposals
Get personalized feedback on your documents before submission
Builds academic confidence for national & international PhD interviews