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 Languages

Feb 23
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The Doctorate in Law and Languages is a 100% research-based doctorate study program designed for advanced scholars, legal professionals, academics, and policy specialists who seek to contribute original and impactful knowledge at the intersection of legal systems and multilingual communication. This doctorate study program is academically positioned at a level equal to EQF Level 8 and corresponds to the 3rd European cycle of higher education.

The program is structured to develop high-level independent research capacity, critical legal analysis, and advanced academic writing within multilingual and international legal environments. It emphasizes the interaction between law and language in areas such as comparative law, legal linguistics, multilingual legislation, international treaties, judicial interpretation, cross-border legal communication, legal translation, and global policy frameworks.

The academic framework consists of seven modules, including:

Four research-focused modules dedicated to advanced research methodology, qualitative and quantitative legal research, academic publishing strategies, and scholarly dissemination.
Two general modules designed to strengthen academic leadership, ethics in research, interdisciplinary competence, and strategic scholarly development.
One specialized module in Law and Languages, concentrating on comparative legal terminology, multilingual legal systems, legal discourse analysis, and professional applications in international and transnational contexts.

The program culminates in an original research thesis and structured research activities aimed at producing meaningful scholarly contributions to the fields of law and multilingual studies.

The minimum duration of this doctorate study program is +18 months, with flexibility allowing candidates to extend their research timeline according to professional and academic commitments.

Graduates of this doctorate study program are prepared for advanced roles in academia, international organizations, multilingual legislative institutions, diplomatic services, high-level legal consultancy, policy development, and research leadership. The program promotes intellectual independence, rigorous scholarship, and specialization in the global dimensions of law and language.