Double-Degree-Promotion
Double-degree doctoral programme (Partnership Agreement) between the Faculty of Social and Educational Sciences at the University of Passau and the University of Antwerp in Belgium.
Introduction
As part of an international cooperation between the Faculty of Social and Educational Sciences (SoBiF) at the University of Passau and the University of Antwerp in Belgium, a double-degree doctoral programme is being introduced. This enables doctoral candidates to receive a doctoral degree from both universities upon successful completion of their studies:
- University of Antwerp: conferment of the title ‘PhD’
- SoBiF of the University of Passau: conferment of the title ‘Dr. phil.’ or another title permitted by the doctoral degree regulations.
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Structure of the Doctorate
- The doctoral candidates are to complete research stays at one of the partner institutions either in rotation or consecutively. The research periods are determined in joint consultation between the doctoral candidates and the supervisors. The supervisors ensure that the doctoral candidates carry out research work for at least six months at each of the partner institutions.
- Joint supervision by a supervisor from each of the two universities.
- An oral examination conducted by a joint examination committee (jury) at the University of Antwerp or, alternatively, at the SoBiF of the University of Passau.
Advantages of a Double Degree
- Acquiring two internationally accepted titles, which improves scientific and professional prospects.
- International research experience through stays at both universities.
- Expansion of academic and professional networks.
- Interdisciplinary and intercultural experience that broadens scientific horizons.
For Doctoral Candidates
- Acquiring two internationally accepted titles, which improves scientific and professional prospects.
- International research experience through stays at both universities.
- Expansion of academic and professional networks.
- Interdisciplinary and intercultural experience that broadens scientific horizons.
For Doctoral Candidates
- Promotion of international scientific exchange.
- Strengthening of cooperation between the participating universities.
- Opportunity for long-term establishment of a structured programme
For Science and Academia
- Promotion of international scientific exchange.
- Strengthening of cooperation between the participating universities.
- Opportunity for long-term establishment of a structured programme
For Science and Academia
Why choose a Double-Degree-Promotion?
The double-degree doctoral programme offers doctoral candidates a significant opportunity for academic and international development. The close cooperation between the University of Passau and the University of Antwerp promotes high-quality, interdisciplinary research that benefits all participants.
For information on the double-degree doctoral procedure, please contact the faculty administration of the Faculty of Social and Educational Sciences.
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