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 History and French

Feb 19
2 min read

This doctorate study program is designed for scholars, academics, and professionals who seek to advance original research in the fields of History and French at the highest academic level. It provides a rigorous research environment that integrates historiographical analysis, advanced textual studies, and Francophone intellectual traditions within a global academic framework.

Structured as a 100% research-based program, it is academically positioned at a level equal to EQF Level 8 and corresponds to the third European cycle. The program is designed with a minimum duration of +18 months, while offering flexibility for candidates who may wish to extend their research timeline in line with the depth and scope of their scholarly work.

The academic structure consists of seven modules:

Four research-focused modules dedicated to advanced research methodology, academic publishing standards, research design, and critical theoretical frameworks.
Two general modules aimed at strengthening interdisciplinary perspectives, scholarly communication, and academic leadership competencies.
One specialized module in History and French that deepens expertise in historiography, comparative historical analysis, French literature and discourse studies, and Francophone cultural dynamics.

The program culminates in the development of a substantial thesis and structured research activities that demonstrate independent scholarly contribution, analytical originality, and methodological rigor within the field of History and French studies.

This doctorate study program is suitable for university lecturers, senior educators, policy analysts, cultural researchers, historians, linguists, and professionals engaged in international or Francophone contexts. It supports the production of high-level academic research that contributes to historical understanding, linguistic scholarship, and cross-cultural dialogue.

Through intensive research engagement, candidates refine their ability to analyze complex historical narratives, interpret primary and secondary sources in French, and contribute meaningfully to contemporary academic discourse. The program encourages intellectual independence, global academic awareness, and scholarly excellence aligned with advanced European academic standards.