PhD Studies
The 3rd cycle of study (doctoral study) is concluded with the completion and successful defense of the doctoral dissertation, after which a candidate acquires scientific title of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in the relevant area.
Enrolment into a doctoral study course is carried out based on a public competition, which is announced in accordance with the Law and the Statute of the University. Candidates who completed the 1st and 2nd study cycle programs totalling together at least 300 ECTS credits, and candidates who have completed relevant post-graduate program prior to the implementation of Bologna principles are entitled to enroll into the first year of doctoral study program.
The 3rd cycle of study (doctoral study) is concluded with the completion and successful defense of the doctoral dissertation, after which a candidate acquires scientific title of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in the relevant area.
Candidates who are citizens of foreign countries can submit preliminary application for admission, before the official call is published by the University, so that they can obtain necessary residency permits and satisfy language requirements prior to the start of lectures at the University.