The Department of Translation at Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MANUU) will hold the PhD Viva Voce examination of Ms. Sadia Zainab. The viva is scheduled for 22 October 2026 at 11:00 AM in Room No. 25, Department of Translation, School of Languages, Linguistics and Indology building, MANUU campus at Urdu Kitab Ghar, M. A. Shamiil Angrezi, Mutaabadil Istilahat Kajaayeza.
The viva voce will assess Ms. Zainab’s doctoral thesis in Translation Studies, which she submitted earlier this year. The event is open to all interested parties who are requested to attend and interact with the candidate.
Context
PhD viva voce examinations are a critical final step in awarding doctoral degrees at MANUU. This examination assesses the quality and originality of the candidate’s research and her ability to defend it before an expert panel. The Department of Translation, part of the School of Languages and Linguistics, oversees the process.
Significance
Such vivas are important academic events for the university community, allowing scholars and students to engage with new research developments in translation studies. Successful completion leads to the awarding of a PhD degree, contributing to academic knowledge and enhancing career prospects for the candidate.
What to expect next
Following the viva voce, the examination board will deliberate on the candidate’s performance. Upon satisfactory defense, Ms. Zainab will be recommended for the award of her Doctor of Philosophy degree by MANUU.
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