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 Public Health and Wellbeing

Feb 23
2 min read

This doctorate study program is a 100% research-based academic pathway designed for experienced professionals, researchers, and policy leaders who aim to generate original knowledge and drive strategic transformation in public health systems and wellbeing initiatives. Positioned at a study level equal to EQF Level 8 and aligned with the third European cycle, the program emphasizes advanced research competence, critical analysis, and high-level policy innovation.

With a minimum duration of 18 months and flexible extension options, the program accommodates professionals seeking to combine rigorous academic research with ongoing leadership responsibilities in healthcare, governmental, and international environments.

The program is structured around seven modules, carefully designed to ensure academic depth and methodological excellence:

Four research-focused modules dedicated to advanced quantitative and qualitative methodologies, epidemiological modeling, health data analytics, academic publishing strategies, and research design at doctoral level.
Two general modules addressing global health governance, ethics, sustainability, and strategic leadership in complex health systems.
One specialized module in Public Health and Wellbeing, focusing on health equity, preventive medicine, community resilience, mental health frameworks, environmental health, and public policy innovation.
A comprehensive phase dedicated to thesis development and structured research activities, enabling candidates to contribute substantial and original scholarly work to the field.

This doctorate study program is designed to cultivate independent researchers capable of designing large-scale health studies, evaluating public health interventions, influencing policy reform, and shaping sustainable wellbeing strategies at national and global levels. The research-intensive format supports advanced analytical thinking, interdisciplinary collaboration, and evidence-based decision-making.

Graduates are prepared to assume senior roles in governmental health authorities, international organizations, research institutes, global NGOs, academic institutions, and strategic health advisory bodies, as well as to contribute meaningfully to global discourse on health equity, resilience, and sustainable wellbeing.