Doctoral training programme
In the Doctoral School of Natural and Agricultural Sciences, education lasts four years, but in justified cases, this time may be shortened to three or extended to six years. The doctoral student conducts research and participates in classes included in the education program, which include compulsory and optional classes. The doctoral student takes most of the compulsory classes in the first 4 semesters, i.e. until the mid-term evaluation. The next 4 semesters are intended primarily for the implementation of scientific research in accordance with an Individual Research Plan while supplementing knowledge and skills within optional classes. Education at the Doctoral School ends with the submission of a doctoral dissertation.
Courses
- Advanced Research Communication (PDF)
- Biochemistry and physiology of organisms (PDF)
- Ecology and nature conservation (PDF)
Individual Research Plan
The doctoral student, in consultation with the supervisor, during the first twelve months of education at the doctoral school, prepares an Individual Research Plan to be submitted to the Doctoral School Council for approval. The Individual Research Plan defines the scope, framework, stages, and dates of the doctoral dissertation. The implementation of the Individual Research Plan is evaluated during the mid-term evaluation of the doctoral student and supervisor (Annex No. 2 to the Terms and Conditions of the Doctoral School).
- Individual Research Plan form (DOCX)
- Individual Research Plan progress report form – Mid-term evaluation (DOCX)
Semester Reports
After each semester of studies, the doctoral student submits a report on their scientific activity and implementation of the study program and the Individual Research Plan. At the end of the academic year, the doctoral student participates in the Scientific Reporting Session to present the results and progress in research.
