Information about PhD Studies

A doctoral study programme consists of: courses for PhD students, independent research under supervision, and the writing of a dissertation. Studies are organised in accordance to an individual study plan. Generally, during the first study year, a doctoral student is to earn at least 30 ECTS credits, and the rest of the time shall be devoted to the writing of scientific papers, participation in scientific conferences and internships, and the writing of a doctoral dissertation. Upon completion of the study programme and the defence of the doctoral dissertation, a doctorate degree shall be  awarded.
Given the intensity of studies, there are full-time (4–year) and part-time (6–year) studies.  Individuals who have independently prepared a dissertation can defend it externally (duration: 1 year).

Doctoral studies can be funded from the State budget and personal or project funds. State funded students are awarded a monthly scholarship (1^st study year – 931 Eur, from 2^nd to 4^th study years – 1078 Eur) and may receive support for travel and other needs. The tuition fee for students, studying on their own expenses, is 11589 Eur per year for full-time studies, and 7726 Eur per year for part-time studies.