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 International Law

Feb 25
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This doctorate study program is a 100% research-based academic pathway designed for experienced legal professionals, scholars, policymakers, and international advisors who seek to produce original research and contribute to the advancement of international legal scholarship. Positioned at a level equal to EQF Level 8 and aligned with the Third European Cycle, the program emphasizes rigorous academic inquiry, advanced legal analysis, and high-level research competence in global legal systems.

The program consists of seven modules, including four research-intensive modules, two general academic modules, and one specialized module dedicated to International Law, complemented by thesis and structured research activities. This structure is designed to strengthen advanced methodological skills, comparative legal analysis, doctrinal research, and interdisciplinary approaches to international legal challenges.

With a duration of +18 months (minimum duration, with flexible extension options), the program enables candidates to engage deeply with complex issues such as international dispute resolution, treaty law, international humanitarian law, human rights systems, international trade regulations, environmental law, global compliance frameworks, and the evolving role of international courts and institutions.

Through publication-oriented research and evidence-based legal analysis, participants develop the capacity to influence academic discourse, governmental policy, multilateral negotiations, and international legal reform. The research-focused approach supports the development of strategic legal thinking, critical evaluation of international norms, and the ability to address transnational legal challenges in an increasingly interconnected world.

This doctorate study program is particularly suited for senior legal practitioners, academics, diplomats, legal consultants, and experts working with international organizations who aspire to contribute original, impactful research to the field of international law.