Study Fee: Click here to view the t(/study-fee)uition and subscription options.(/study-fee)(/study-fee) Monthly study plans start from €499 per month, depending on the program and level of academic support selected.

Study Method: This program is delivered 100% online, allowing students to study from anywhere in the world with flexible scheduling. Students may also have the option to attend the graduation ceremony in Switzerland, subject to visa approval and travel regulations.

Study Language: The program is delivered in English. Students are expected to have sufficient English language proficiency to complete the coursework and academic requirements.

Applications can be submitted online through our admission portal.(/apply)(/apply) Applicants may also contact or visit our offices in different regions, including: • Europe: Switzerland • GCC: Dubai (UAE) • Asia: Bishkek Our admissions team will guide you through the application and enrollment process.

Programs are offered through a flexible monthly subscription system, allowing students to progress at their own pace while maintaining access to academic resources and support services.

This program has a minimum study period depending on the academic level and program structure. Students may complete the program at their own pace while maintaining an active monthly subscription.

Admission Requirements

Applicants should meet the academic entry requirements for the respective program level. Typical requirements may include: • A previous academic qualification relevant to the program level • A copy of passport or national ID • Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume • Completed online application form Additional documents may be requested depending on the program and the institution delivering the program.

Certification / Degree Awarded

Upon successful completion of all academic requirements, students will receive the corresponding certificate or academic degree issued by the responsible institution within the VBNN Smart Education Group network.

Doctorate in Adult Learning and Global Change

Feb 25
2 min read

This doctorate study program is a 100% research-based academic pathway designed for senior educators, policy leaders, development specialists, researchers, and lifelong learning advocates who seek to critically examine and shape the role of Adult Learning in responding to Global Change. Positioned at a level equivalent to EQF Level 8 and aligned with the Third European Cycle, the program emphasizes independent scholarship, theoretical advancement, and high-impact research addressing global transformations through education.

With a minimum duration of 18 months and flexible study extension options, the program supports rigorous academic inquiry while accommodating professional responsibilities. The structure includes seven modules, comprising four research-focused modules, two general academic modules, and one specialized module dedicated to Adult Learning and Global Change, followed by comprehensive thesis and structured research activities.

The research modules develop advanced expertise in qualitative and quantitative methodologies, comparative and transnational policy analysis, community-based research, socio-economic impact assessment, and international publication standards. Participants critically explore demographic transitions, migration, digitalization, climate change, labor market restructuring, social justice movements, and their implications for adult education systems worldwide.

The specialized module deepens engagement with adult learning theories, transformative learning frameworks, global citizenship education, workforce reskilling and upskilling strategies, sustainability education, and policy innovation in lifelong learning systems. Emphasis is placed on generating original research that strengthens inclusive, equitable, and context-responsive adult learning models capable of addressing complex global challenges.

The general modules reinforce academic leadership, advanced research ethics, strategic foresight, and scholarly communication competencies. These skills prepare participants to contribute to universities, ministries of education, international organizations, NGOs, research institutes, and global development platforms.

This doctorate study program is designed for professionals dedicated to advancing lifelong learning systems, influencing global education policy, and producing internationally relevant research that empowers adult learners in an era of rapid and multidimensional change.