CHRIST (Deemed to be University) Bannerghatta Road Campus offers a focused and research-driven environment for doctoral studies across key disciplines in the Humanities, Social Sciences, Management and Psychology. The PhD programme in English Studies encourages critical engagement with literature, language, and culture, fostering scholarship that addresses both classical texts and contemporary theoretical frameworks. In the domain of Psychological Sciences, the School offers PhD in Psychology with focus on specialisations in Clinical Psychology, Counselling Psychology, Neuropsychology and Applied Psychology  These programmes are grounded in scientific research, with a strong emphasis on methodological rigour, evidence-based inquiry, and field relevance. Scholars benefit from access to specialised laboratories, supervision by experienced faculty, and opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration.
In the School of Business and Management, the PhD in Management and Tourism are designed to generate high-impact research in strategic management, organisational behaviour, innovation, and sustainable practices. The School of Social Sciences offers PhD programmes in Economics, History, International Studies, Political Science, and Media Studies, encouraging critical investigation into contemporary social, political, and economic issues. All programmes are structured to promote academic excellence through systematic coursework, regular research colloquia, and scholarly dissemination. With a commitment to research quality, theoretical advancement, and societal relevance, the Bannerghatta Road Campus serves as a rigorous academic hub for emerging scholars committed to making meaningful contributions to their respective fields.