Doctoral degree Doctor of Science (Ph.D.) in Engineering Science and Technology

Program Overview

The Doctoral program in Information Technologies equips students with advanced research skills in the field. Through coursework, a research project, and a dissertation, students gain a deep understanding of research methodologies, key theories, and innovative applications in information technologies. Graduates are prepared for careers in academia, industry, and government, where they can contribute to the advancement of the field.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Doctoral study programme in Information Technologies aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for advanced research in information technologies sciences. Graduates will be qualified to work in research and development roles in academia, industry, and government.

Objectives:

• To provide students with a solid foundation in the theoretical and empirical research methodologies used in information technologies sciences.
• To introduce students to the key problems and theories in the field of information technologies sciences research.
• To train students in the development and application of theoretical and practical innovations and novelties in the field of information technologies sciences.
• To prepare students to participate in and present their research findings at scientific conferences.
• To develop students' ability to critically evaluate existing knowledge and to generate new knowledge through original research.

Outline:

The study programme is organized into a series of modules, each of which covers a specific topic in information technologies sciences.

Modules:

• Theoretical and empirical research methodology
• Scientific terminology of information technologies sciences
• Problems and theories in the field of information technologies sciences research
• Theoretical and practical innovations
  ovelties in the field
• Research ethics
• Research project management
• Scientific writing and communication

Assessment:

Students are assessed on their coursework, research project, and dissertation.

Coursework:

Students are required to complete a series of coursework assignments, including essays, presentations, and research reports.

Research project:

Students are required to conduct a research project under the supervision of a faculty member. The research project should be original and contribute to the field of information technologies sciences.

Dissertation:

Students are required to write a dissertation based on their research project. The dissertation should be a substantial piece of original research that makes a significant contribution to the field of information technologies sciences.

Teaching:

The program is taught by a team of experienced faculty members who are actively engaged in research in the field of information technologies sciences. The faculty use a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, seminars, and workshops.

Careers:

Graduates of the Doctoral study programme in Information Technologies are employed in a variety of research and development roles in academia, industry, and government. Some graduates also go on to pursue postdoctoral research or to start their own businesses.

Tuition fee per year: 4,100 EUR (research costs, living costs are not included)