PhD in Sociology
Talk one-to-one with a Sociology PhD mentor about admission, funding, your research proposal, the PhD journey and what comes after.
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A PhD in Sociology is a research degree in which you produce original work under expert supervision. Whether you are deciding if it is right for you, comparing options, or already part-way through, many questions are easier to answer with someone who has done it. On ScholarsColab you can book a one-to-one online session with a Sociology PhD mentor and talk through anything, from admission and funding to your research proposal and career plans.
Sociology PhD Mentors
Dr Abraham Mutluri
🏢 Dept of Social Work, A.U.
Dr. Vikas Kundu
🏢 Principal @ Geeta College of Education, Butana Kundu, District Sonepat-131302 (Haryana)
Swakshadip Sarkar
🏢 Victoria University of WellingtonWho Are the Sociology Mentors?
Every mentor on ScholarsColab already holds a PhD and works at a university or college, so they have been through admission, research, publishing and the PhD journey themselves, and now guide students through it. You can check each mentor's publications and where they were published on their individual profile on ScholarsColab before you book.
- PhD-qualifiedEvery mentor has completed a doctorate.
- University and college facultyThey teach, supervise and research at universities and colleges.
- Proven publication recordTheir published work is listed on their profile, so you can judge its quality yourself.
Research Areas of Our Sociology Mentors
2 of our Sociology mentors have their Google Scholar publications on ScholarsColab. Together they have published 72 papers between 2012 and 2026, cited 101 times in total according to Google Scholar. Their work returns again and again to Districts of Andhra, Women Living and Social Work.
Recurring research themes
- Districts of Andhra3 papers
- Women Living3 papers
- Social Work6 papers
- Children Orphaned3 papers
- Tribal Areas3 papers
- Social Services2 papers · 2 mentors
Recent publications by our Sociology mentors
- Beyond survival: transform religious trauma into personal growth
- Research Methods Adopted by Social Science Ph. D. Scholars: An Empirical Study of Indian Universities
- City of men: Masculinities and everyday morality on public transport: by Romit Chowdhury. New Brunswick, NJ, Rutgers University Press, 2023, 215 pp., ISBN: 9781978829527
- Dual liminality and violation of rights: Transgender asylum seekers and access to institutions, social services and support in Aotearoa New Zealand
- Trolling is Not the Point: Ideological Violence and the Limits of Digital Safety
- Assessment of Household Waste Management Systems in Rural Areas: A Study in Visakhapatnam
- Understanding the perceptions and challenges of teachers working in special schools: A study in lebenshilfe, Visakhapatnam
- Challenges of Rural Youth to Pursue Higher Education: A Study in Kuchimpudi Village of Eluru District, Andhra Pradesh, India
Possible PhD research directions
Based on what our Sociology mentors have published, a PhD in Sociology with their guidance could explore:
- Districts of Andhra, especially where it meets children orphaned
- Women Living
- Social Work
- Children Orphaned
These directions are drawn from published work and are a starting point, not fixed topics. Discuss which fits your interests in a first meeting with a mentor. Source: mentors' Google Scholar profiles on ScholarsColab, updated October 2026.
What You Can Discuss With a Sociology PhD Mentor
- Whether a PhD in Sociology fits your goals, and how it compares with other doctorate options
- Shortlisting Sociology PhD programs and judging which ones are the best fit for you
- Funding options: scholarships, fellowships and assistantships
- Choosing a research topic and writing your research proposal
- Approaching supervisors and preparing for PhD interviews
- Managing the PhD journey: milestones, publications and staying on track
- Careers after a PhD in Sociology: academia, industry and research roles
How Mentoring Works
Four simple steps, from choosing your mentor to talking it all through.
- Step 1
Choose a mentor
Browse Sociology PhD mentors and compare their profiles and publications.
- Step 2
Book a time
Pick a slot that suits you from the mentor's calendar.
- Step 3
Start with a short call
A 10-minute first meeting to see if the mentor is right for you.
- Step 4
Book a longer session
Schedule a full one-to-one online meeting for all your questions.
Talk to a Sociology PhD Mentor
Choose a mentor, book a time that suits you, and get clear answers in a one-to-one online session.
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Use this short first call to explain your questions and see whether the mentor is the right fit. If it helps, you can then book and schedule a longer meeting with the same mentor.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the Sociology PhD mentors on ScholarsColab?
Every Sociology mentor holds a PhD and works at a university or college, with a track record of published research. You can check each mentor's publications, and where they were published, on their profile on ScholarsColab before you book.
What can I discuss with a Sociology PhD mentor?
Anything about your PhD journey: whether to do a PhD, choosing programs and supervisors, funding, your research proposal, applications and interviews, managing your research, and careers after the PhD.
How much does a meeting cost?
You start with an initial 10-minute meeting for ₹299 (INR). It lets you explain your questions and decide whether the mentor is right for you. If it is, you can book and schedule a longer meeting with the same mentor.