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 Health and Social Care

Feb 20
2 min read

This doctorate study program is an advanced research-driven academic pathway designed for experienced professionals, policy specialists, and scholars committed to advancing knowledge and innovation in health and social care systems. Positioned at a study level equal to EQF Level 8 and aligned with the Third European Cycle, the program emphasizes independent research, critical inquiry, and strategic impact within complex healthcare and social environments.

Structured as a 100% research-based program, it is designed to cultivate high-level analytical, methodological, and leadership competencies. The academic framework consists of seven modules, including four research-focused modules, two general academic modules, and one specialized module in Health and Social Care, followed by comprehensive thesis and research activities. This structure ensures rigorous preparation in advanced research design, evidence-based evaluation, policy analysis, and system-level innovation.

Participants explore contemporary themes such as global health governance, social care reform, public health strategy, health economics, quality and safety frameworks, ethical decision-making, integrated care systems, and sustainable community development. The program prepares researchers to critically assess existing models, design transformative interventions, and influence policy and organizational change across healthcare institutions, governmental agencies, NGOs, and international bodies.

With a minimum duration of 18+ months, the program offers academic flexibility, allowing candidates to extend their research period in alignment with professional and scholarly commitments. The emphasis is placed on producing original, high-impact research that contributes meaningfully to improving health outcomes, strengthening social systems, and promoting equitable access to care.

This doctorate study program is ideal for those seeking to operate at senior leadership and research levels, drive systemic reform, and shape the future of health and social care through evidence-based innovation.