Program Overview

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Authorization to Direct Research (HDR)

The HDR is an important step in a researcher's career.

News

Date of the next HDR commissions:

• February 2026
• Deadline for return of files: January 23, 2026
• Note: The files have been updated, and the new version must be used.

Agenda

• 05 January: Thesis / HDR Notice of Defense Mr. Ri WANG
• 07 January: Thesis / HDR HDR defense of Madame METOIS Marianne, Fontannes Room, Darwin D building, La Doua campus
• 12 January: Thesis / HDR Notice of Defense of Mrs. Mariam NAHRA

How to register for HDR?

Follow the guide.

How to organize your HDR defense?

The steps are as follows.

How to request an exemption for thesis supervision or co-supervision without HDR?

Discover the procedure.

How to obtain your HDR diploma?

The withdrawal modalities are as follows.

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