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 Politics, Philosophy and Economics

Feb 20
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This doctorate study program is a fully research-based academic pathway designed for advanced scholars, policy professionals, and strategic thinkers who seek to contribute original knowledge at the highest academic level. Positioned at a study level equal to EQF Level 8 and aligned with the Third European Cycle, the program emphasizes independent research, theoretical innovation, and interdisciplinary excellence.

The Doctorate in Politics, Philosophy and Economics integrates three of the most influential disciplines shaping governance, markets, ethics, and global development. It enables candidates to critically examine political institutions, democratic systems, public policy frameworks, moral philosophy, economic theory, global markets, and socio-economic transformation. The interdisciplinary structure encourages rigorous theoretical analysis combined with empirical research to address complex global challenges.

The program consists of 7 modules, including:

4 research-focused modules dedicated to advanced research methodology, epistemology, academic publishing, and quantitative/qualitative analysis
2 general modules that strengthen high-level academic, strategic, and interdisciplinary competencies
1 specialized module in Politics, Philosophy and Economics
In addition to the thesis and structured research activities

With a duration of +18 months (minimum period) and flexible extension options within the academic framework, this doctorate study program is designed for professionals seeking to produce impactful scholarly work while balancing academic and professional commitments.

Graduates demonstrate the ability to design and conduct independent, original research; critically evaluate political and economic systems; apply philosophical reasoning to policy and governance; and contribute to academic, governmental, and international policy debates at a global level. The program prepares scholars for leadership roles in academia, think tanks, governmental advisory bodies, international organizations, and strategic policy institutions worldwide.