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 Learning and Technology

Feb 22
2 min read

This doctorate study program is a 100% research-based academic pathway designed for experienced professionals, researchers, and academic leaders who aim to shape the future of digital education and innovation-driven learning systems. Positioned at a study level equal to EQF Level 8 and aligned with the third European cycle, the program reflects the highest standards of advanced scholarly research and academic excellence.

The Doctorate in Learning and Technology focuses on the critical exploration of how emerging technologies transform learning environments, institutional models, and knowledge ecosystems. It prepares researchers to generate original contributions in areas such as digital pedagogy, artificial intelligence in education, learning analytics, immersive technologies, instructional design science, and strategic digital transformation in education and training sectors.

The program structure consists of seven modules, carefully designed to ensure depth, rigor, and interdisciplinary integration:

Four research-oriented modules dedicated to advanced research design, quantitative and qualitative methodologies, academic publishing strategies, and high-level scholarly inquiry.
Two general modules supporting advanced academic leadership, innovation management, ethics in research, and global education policy perspectives.
One specialized module in Learning and Technology addressing cutting-edge developments in digital learning ecosystems, intelligent tutoring systems, adaptive learning technologies, and technology-driven organizational transformation.

In addition to the modular framework, the program includes a substantial doctoral thesis and structured research activities, enabling candidates to produce original, impactful, and publication-oriented research within the evolving field of learning sciences and educational technology.

The minimum duration of the program is 18 months, with flexible study progression allowing candidates to extend their research timeline according to professional, academic, or institutional commitments. This structure makes the program particularly suitable for senior educators, education technology innovators, policy experts, corporate learning strategists, and academic researchers seeking to operate at the highest level of scholarly and strategic influence.

Graduates of this doctorate study program develop advanced competencies in:

Designing and leading large-scale digital learning transformations
Developing evidence-based educational technology frameworks
Conducting high-impact academic research and scholarly publication
Evaluating AI-driven and data-intensive learning systems
Shaping institutional and policy-level innovation strategies

The Doctorate in Learning and Technology is intended for visionary researchers committed to redefining how knowledge is created, delivered, and experienced in a rapidly evolving digital world.