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 Law and French

Feb 23
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This doctorate study program is an advanced, fully research-based academic pathway designed for scholars and professionals seeking to operate at the highest level of legal and linguistic expertise within Francophone and international contexts. Equal to EQF Level 8 and aligned with the third European cycle, the program emphasizes independent research, critical legal analysis, and advanced mastery of French in legal environments.

The Doctorate in Law and French is structured to develop high-level competencies in comparative legal systems, jurisprudence, legal theory, and the interpretation of complex legal texts within Francophone jurisdictions. It supports in-depth academic investigation into cross-border legal frameworks, international regulatory systems, multilingual legal communication, and the evolving relationship between language, law, and policy.

The academic structure consists of seven modules, including:

Four research-focused modules dedicated to advanced research methodology, legal philosophy, academic publishing, and analytical frameworks.
Two general modules designed to strengthen interdisciplinary scholarship, advanced academic communication, and strategic legal thinking.
One specialized module in Law and French, concentrating on Francophone legal systems, comparative law, and high-level legal terminology and discourse analysis.

In addition, participants complete substantial thesis work and structured research activities that demonstrate independent scholarly contribution and original legal-linguistic insight.

The standard duration is +18 months (minimum duration), with flexibility allowing participants to extend their study period in accordance with their research development and professional commitments.

Graduates of this doctorate study program develop:

Advanced expertise in Francophone legal systems and comparative jurisprudence
High-level research design and academic publication competencies
Professional mastery of French legal terminology and discourse
Capacity to conduct original, policy-relevant legal research
Strategic understanding of multilingual legal and international regulatory environments

This doctorate study program is intended for experienced professionals, legal scholars, academics, and policy specialists who aim to contribute original research and operate confidently at the highest academic and professional levels within international and Francophone legal frameworks.