Ph.D. stands for Doctor of Philosophy, and it is an advanced degree in a specific field, usually requiring three to eight years of study. The term Philosophy does not refer solely to the field of philosophy, but it is used in a broader sense, in accordance with its Greek meaning, which is love of wisdom.
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