The doctoral candidate
Example: Doctoral candidate conducts research toward highest academic degree
Definition
"The doctoral candidate" refers to a student who has completed all required coursework and examinations and is actively engaged in research to earn the highest academic degree, typically a PhD. This status indicates advanced progress toward completing a doctoral dissertation.
Etymology
The term "doctoral candidate" originates from the Latin word 'doctor,' meaning 'teacher' or 'instructor,' combined with 'candidate,' derived from the Latin 'candidatus,' meaning 'clothed in white,' referring to those running for office in ancient Rome. Together, it denotes a person formally seeking the doctoral degree.
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"The doctoral candidate" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Education - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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