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 English Literature

Feb 23
2 min read

This doctorate study program is a 100% research-based academic pathway designed for advanced scholars who seek the highest level of specialization in English Literature. Positioned at a level equal to EQF Level 8 and aligned with the third European cycle, the program supports the production of original, high-impact research that contributes to contemporary literary scholarship and global academic discourse.

The program is structured around seven comprehensive modules. Four modules focus intensively on advanced research competencies, including research philosophy, methodological design, academic writing for international publication, scholarly dissemination, and critical research evaluation. Two general modules strengthen interdisciplinary theoretical frameworks, academic leadership, and advanced analytical perspectives. One specialized module is dedicated specifically to English Literature, enabling in-depth exploration of literary theory, modern and contemporary literature, comparative literature, postcolonial studies, genre studies, cultural criticism, and digital literary analysis.

Participants engage in structured research activities culminating in the development of an original doctoral-level thesis. Emphasis is placed on intellectual independence, theoretical innovation, critical interpretation of primary and secondary texts, methodological rigor, and the ability to produce publishable scholarly work that meets international academic standards.

The minimum duration of the program is 18 months, with flexibility for extension according to research scope and individual academic progression. The structure is designed to accommodate experienced academics, researchers, educators, and professionals aiming to advance their scholarly profile, contribute to literary knowledge, and pursue leadership roles within higher education, research institutions, publishing, cultural organizations, and policy-oriented sectors.

This doctorate study program is ideal for individuals committed to advancing literary scholarship, shaping critical debates, and generating research that bridges classical literary traditions with contemporary theoretical innovation.