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 Databases

Feb 22
2 min read

The Doctorate in Databases is an advanced and research-intensive doctorate study program designed for experienced professionals, researchers, and technology leaders who seek to contribute original knowledge in the field of advanced data management systems. Positioned at a study level equivalent to EQF Level 8 and aligned with the third European cycle, this program represents the highest level of academic specialization in database theory, architecture, and innovation.

This doctorate study program is 100% research based, emphasizing theoretical advancement, methodological rigor, and independent scientific contribution. It enables participants to investigate complex challenges related to database architectures, distributed data systems, cloud-native database environments, big data infrastructures, transaction processing models, data governance frameworks, and high-performance query optimization.

The academic structure consists of seven carefully designed modules, ensuring structured research progression and scholarly depth:

Four research-focused modules dedicated to advanced research design, data modeling methodologies, experimental validation, performance benchmarking, and innovation in database systems theory.
Two general modules aimed at strengthening academic leadership, research ethics, scholarly communication, interdisciplinary integration, and publication standards.
One specialized module in Databases, concentrating on advanced relational and non-relational architectures, distributed database systems, scalability solutions, security frameworks, and emerging technologies in data storage and management.
In addition, participants complete substantial thesis and research activities, demonstrating their ability to design, evaluate, and optimize complex database environments while contributing original insights to scientific and applied knowledge.

The minimum duration of the program is +18 months, with flexibility allowing participants to extend their study period according to professional, research, or personal commitments. This structure makes the program particularly suitable for senior database architects, data engineers, IT governance specialists, research engineers, and digital transformation strategists seeking to strengthen their academic authority and research impact.

The Doctorate in Databases prepares participants for high-level academic careers, advanced research leadership roles, strategic consultancy positions, and executive functions in sectors requiring robust data infrastructure and governance expertise.

By combining research excellence, architectural sophistication, and practical innovation, this doctorate study program empowers scholars to shape the future of database systems, ensure data integrity and scalability, and support digital transformation in an increasingly data-driven global economy.