Study Fee: Click here to view the tuition and subscription options. 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. 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 GCC

Feb 23
2 min read

This doctorate study program is a 100% research-based academic pathway designed for senior legal professionals, researchers, policymakers, and academics seeking advanced specialization in the legal systems and regulatory frameworks of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). The program is positioned at a level equal to EQF Level 8 and aligned with the 3rd European cycle of higher education, ensuring academic depth, research excellence, and international comparability.

The Doctorate in Law and GCC focuses on advanced legal analysis of GCC legislative systems, regional regulatory harmonization, economic and commercial law, cross-border transactions, public policy frameworks, and the evolving legal architecture of Gulf states within the global legal order. It is designed for individuals aiming to contribute original research that supports legal reform, policy development, and institutional advancement across the GCC region.

The academic structure consists of seven integrated modules. Four modules are dedicated to advanced research methodology, research design, qualitative and quantitative legal analysis, and high-level academic writing. Two general modules strengthen theoretical foundations, comparative legal systems, governance models, and critical legal scholarship. One specialized module concentrates specifically on GCC law, addressing regional treaties, economic integration frameworks, corporate and investment regulations, dispute resolution mechanisms, and contemporary legislative reforms. The program culminates in an original thesis and comprehensive research activities that demonstrate scholarly independence, analytical rigor, and meaningful contribution to the field.

With a minimum duration of 18 months, participants benefit from a flexible structure that allows them to extend their research period according to professional and academic commitments. This makes the program particularly suitable for experienced legal practitioners, judicial professionals, senior advisors, government officials, and academic researchers who seek to combine professional engagement with advanced research.

Graduates of this doctorate study program are positioned to influence academic discourse, governmental policy, international legal advisory work, and strategic legal development across the GCC region and beyond.