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 Philosophy and Psychological Studies

Feb 20
2 min read

This doctorate study program is a 100% research-based academic pathway designed for advanced scholars, researchers, educators, and professionals seeking to generate original knowledge at the intersection of philosophy and psychological sciences. Positioned at a study level equal to EQF Level 8 and aligned with the Third European Cycle, the program emphasizes intellectual independence, methodological sophistication, and high-level theoretical engagement with complex questions concerning mind, behavior, ethics, consciousness, and human identity.

With a minimum duration of 18 months and flexible extension options, the program is structured to accommodate experienced professionals and international researchers who wish to pursue rigorous doctoral-level inquiry while maintaining academic or professional commitments.

The academic structure consists of seven integrated modules:

Four advanced research modules focusing on research design, quantitative and qualitative methodologies, advanced statistical and analytical frameworks (where applicable), interdisciplinary research integration, and international academic publishing.
Two general doctoral-level modules strengthening expertise in philosophy of knowledge, research ethics, epistemology, academic leadership, and critical interdisciplinary dialogue.
One specialized module in Philosophy and Psychological Studies, exploring advanced themes such as philosophy of mind, cognitive science theory, moral psychology, phenomenology, identity and selfhood, human behavior analysis, and contemporary debates in psychology and ethics.

The program culminates in independent thesis and research activities that require candidates to produce an original scholarly contribution integrating philosophical reasoning with psychological analysis. Research may be theoretical, empirical, comparative, interdisciplinary, or conceptually innovative in addressing fundamental questions about human cognition, morality, perception, and social interaction.

This doctorate study program is designed to cultivate research leadership, advanced analytical competence, and the capacity to critically engage with complex intellectual traditions across both philosophy and psychology. It prepares graduates for senior academic roles, advanced research positions, policy advisory functions, and leadership within educational, social, or research institutions.

Participants develop high-level competencies in theoretical synthesis, research innovation, scholarly publication, and the integration of conceptual philosophy with scientific psychological inquiry—positioning them at the forefront of interdisciplinary scholarship.