SGMK Doctoral School
With its prestigious B+ academic category, Nicolaus Copernicus Superior School is authorized to confer doctoral and habilitated doctor degrees in disciplines such as economics and finance, legal sciences, philosophy, theological sciences, astronomy and medical sciences. An international group of eminent experts, leaders and scholars form the primary teaching staff for the five SGMK colleges.
SGMK Doctoral School: General Information
The SGMK Doctoral School, accredited with the prestigious B+ academic category, is authorized to award doctoral and habilitated doctor degrees in the following disciplines:
- Economics and Finance;
- Legal Sciences;
- Philosophy;
- Theological Sciences;
- Astronomy;
- Medical Sciences.
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Doctoral Studies at SGMK include:
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Comprehensive exploration of literature pertinent to the discipline
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Participation in scientific conferences
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Preparation of publications
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Completion of specified examinations
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Undertaking an individual research project under the guidance of a supervisor
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Pursuit of a predefined educational curriculum.
The educational program at the SGMK Doctoral School includes lectures (both monographic and specialized), specialized classes, seminars, symposia, and courses. Selected activities are interdisciplinary in nature, meaning they are centrally organized and executed for all the Colleges, with doctoral candidates from all school disciplines participating simultaneously.
Studies at the SGMK Doctoral School are conducted in hybrid mode, spanning six semesters (three years) and are tuition-free.
Objectives of the SGMK Doctoral School
The educational journey at the SGMK Doctoral School aims to equip doctoral candidates with the skills required to conduct a research process, realize individual scientific projects, and impart cutting-edge global knowledge aligned with Level 8 of the Polish Qualifications Framework.
A graduate of the doctoral school will be adept at engaging in interdisciplinary scientific dialogue, authoring scholarly papers, and possessing a thorough understanding of research methodologies and techniques that drive effective scientific problem-solving.
Owing to their cultivated social competencies, the graduate will be proficient in team dynamics, mastering the art of presenting content and numerical data compellingly. They will be well-versed in the domain of modern digital communication tools and able to apply acquired knowledge in both theoretical and empirical realms.
The educational goals of the SGMK Doctoral School further encompass:
- Ensuring doctoral candidates attain high expertise in their respective fields and foster academic autonomy.
- Preparing doctoral candidates for roles that encompass teaching, research, and research-development activities.
- Empowering candidates with the ability to leverage global scientific achievements and discern the quality of presented research works.
- Problem-solving, planning and executing scientific research, synthesizing results into publications, and showcasing findings at scientific conferences.
- Instilling skills in managing scientific projects, including leading a research team.
- Preparing doctoral candidates for independent academic growth, embracing challenges in professional and public spheres with an understanding of their ethical dimensions and responsibilities, especially emphasizing Christian values.
- Preparing doctoral candidates to partake in the exchange of scientific experiences and ideas, even in international settings.
- Equipping them with qualifications that meet the job market’s requirements beyond the academic realm.
