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.

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PhD in Legal Studies and International Jurisprudence (PhD by Research)

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Advance your legal expertise and contribute to global scholarship with our 100% research-based PhD in Legal Studies and International Jurisprudence. Designed for independent scholars, legal professionals, and aspiring academics, this program provides a rigorous platform to deeply explore complex legal frameworks, international law, and jurisprudential theory at the highest academic level.

Program Structure

As a strictly research-driven doctorate, this program is designed to develop your analytical and investigative skills without the constraints of traditional classroom-based coursework. The academic journey consists of:

6 Research-Related Modules: Designed to build advanced methodology skills, completed through comprehensive academic assignments.
Thesis and Research Activities: Independent, self-directed research culminating in a doctoral thesis that contributes original knowledge to the fields of law and international jurisprudence.

Academic Standing and Global Frameworks

This program represents the highest echelon of academic achievement, aligning seamlessly with international education standards:

ISCED / EQF Level 8: The degree is structurally equal to Level 8 on both frameworks.
- ISCED (International Standard Classification of Education) is a UNESCO framework used to compare education systems globally; Level 8 is the highest classification, reserved for doctoral and equivalent degrees.
- EQF (European Qualifications Framework) is a European translation grid that makes national qualifications easier to understand internationally; Level 8 represents the most advanced frontier of knowledge, specialized skills, and professional autonomy.
3rd European Cycle: The program fully aligns with the 3rd cycle of the European Higher Education Area (the Bologna Process), the standard for doctoral studies across Europe.
180 ECTS Equivalence: While doctoral-level studies traditionally do not carry formal credit numbers, the comprehensive workload, depth of research, and academic rigor of this program are fully equivalent to 180 ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System).

Duration and Flexibility

Timeline: 2+ years minimum duration.
Flexibility: We recognize that high-level independent research requires adaptability. Students have the full flexibility to extend their study program beyond the minimum duration to accommodate professional commitments and the evolving scope of their legal research.

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This program is also offered fully online.

We would like to highlight that 89% of students complete the program within the expected timeframe.

Language of Instruction: English

All our online executive postgraduate programs (Master’s and Doctorate levels) are fully research-based, allowing students to complete their studies through guided research.

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