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 Arts and Humanities (Philosophy)

Feb 23
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This doctorate study program is a 100% research-based academic pathway designed for advanced scholars, researchers, and professionals who seek to contribute original knowledge to the field of philosophy within the broader context of arts and humanities. Positioned at a study level equal to EQF Level 8 and aligned with the Third European Cycle, the program represents the highest level of academic inquiry and intellectual specialization.

The Doctorate in Arts and Humanities (Philosophy) is structured to foster independent, critical, and innovative research. With a duration of +18 months (including a defined minimum period and the flexibility to extend the study timeline), the program enables candidates to engage deeply with philosophical traditions, contemporary theoretical debates, and complex global intellectual challenges.

The academic structure consists of seven modules:

Four research-focused modules dedicated to advanced research methodology, academic publishing standards, epistemological frameworks, and scholarly contribution.
Two general modules that strengthen interdisciplinary perspectives, academic leadership, and theoretical integration across the humanities.
One specialized module in philosophy, concentrating on advanced topics such as ethics, metaphysics, political philosophy, philosophy of mind, epistemology, and applied philosophical analysis.

In addition to the structured modules, the program includes comprehensive thesis and research activities designed to demonstrate originality, analytical depth, and the capacity to advance philosophical discourse. Candidates are expected to produce research that reflects methodological rigor, conceptual clarity, and meaningful scholarly impact.

This doctorate study program is particularly suited for academics, senior researchers, policy thinkers, authors, and intellectual leaders who aim to shape philosophical scholarship, influence public discourse, and contribute to high-level academic and cultural debates at an international standard.