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 Criminology and Law

Feb 23
2 min read

This doctorate study program is a 100% research-based academic pathway designed for experienced professionals and scholars seeking to generate advanced knowledge at the intersection of criminology and law. Positioned at a study level equal to EQF Level 8 and aligned with the 3rd European cycle, the program emphasizes original research, theoretical advancement, and evidence-based policy development within criminal justice and legal systems.

The program is structured around seven integrated modules: four research-intensive modules focusing on advanced research design, qualitative and quantitative methodologies, comparative legal analysis, and academic publication; two general modules aimed at strengthening interdisciplinary competencies, ethics in research, and strategic policy evaluation; and one specialized module dedicated to Criminology and Law, exploring advanced criminal law theory, comparative justice systems, victimology, regulatory frameworks, cybercrime legislation, transnational crime, human rights considerations, and emerging global security challenges.

Throughout the program, candidates engage in rigorous research activities culminating in the production of an original scholarly contribution addressing complex criminological and legal issues. The research-driven structure enables participants to critically examine criminal behavior patterns, evaluate legislative frameworks, assess justice reforms, and propose innovative, evidence-based solutions that influence policy and institutional practice at national and international levels.

With a minimum duration of +18 months, the program offers flexibility that allows participants to extend their study period according to the scope and depth of their research. It is particularly suitable for senior professionals in legal practice, judiciary systems, law enforcement leadership, compliance and regulatory bodies, security sectors, public policy institutions, academia, and international organizations seeking to strengthen their research authority and contribute to the advancement of criminological and legal scholarship.

This doctorate study program is designed to cultivate independent researchers capable of producing high-impact academic work and shaping informed, ethical, and sustainable justice systems in an increasingly complex global environment.