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 Healthcare and Health Science

Feb 20
2 min read

This doctorate study program is an advanced, research-driven academic pathway designed for senior professionals, researchers, and healthcare leaders committed to generating original knowledge and advancing innovation in healthcare systems and health sciences. Positioned at a study level equal to EQF Level 8 and aligned with the Third European Cycle, the program emphasizes independent scholarship, methodological excellence, and high-impact research within complex healthcare environments.

Structured as a 100% research-based program, it is designed to develop advanced competencies in scientific inquiry, analytical evaluation, and evidence-based transformation. The academic framework consists of seven modules, including four research-focused modules, two general academic modules, and one specialized module in Healthcare and Health Science, followed by comprehensive thesis and research activities. This structure ensures rigorous preparation in advanced research design, interdisciplinary investigation, and strategic health innovation.

Participants engage with contemporary themes such as global health systems, clinical and translational research, epidemiological modeling, healthcare quality and safety, digital health technologies, health informatics, policy analysis, bioethics, and sustainable healthcare development. The program prepares researchers to design transformative studies, evaluate complex healthcare models, and influence institutional and policy-level decision-making across hospitals, research centers, public health agencies, and international organizations.

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 substantial, original research that contributes meaningfully to advancing healthcare knowledge, improving patient outcomes, and strengthening health systems worldwide.

This doctorate study program is ideal for those seeking to operate at the highest academic and leadership levels, guide research initiatives, and shape the future of healthcare and health science through evidence-based innovation and strategic impact.