Doctoral studies

What are doctoral studies?

Doctoral studies are also called third-cycle studies. They train in a specific scientific field, but primarily prepare the student for independent scientific activity. Doctoral studies last from 2 to 4 years. They can be extended if the research requires it. Third-cycle studies can be conducted on a full-time or part-time basis, but by far the majority of people choose full-time studies. People who are studying for a doctoral degree very often already teach at universities.

Who can get into doctoral studies?

Anyone who has completed a master's degree can apply to study for a third-level degree. The number of places is limited, so the assessment of the master's thesis and previous scientific activity is important. Therefore, people who dream of pursuing doctoral studies should start publishing their scientific papers during their undergraduate or master's degree studies. Completing doctoral studies does not equate to the conferment of a doctorate in the sciences. The studies merely open the way to preparing a doctoral dissertation.

Do doctoral studies provide ELS credentials?

Doctoral studies, as well as bachelor’s, engineering and master’s degrees, provide the student with the opportunity to collect hologram stickers from ELS. If the student chose a third-level university other than the one they chose during their previous studies, they will also receive a new certificate. Those who complete doctoral studies can only collect hologram stickers from ELS for collecting purposes, but this is an ideal way to remember their time studying. 

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See also:
Student ID card – stickers
Stickers on doctoral degrees