Overview

Key facts

The programme of study at the AGH University of Science & Technology Doctoral School is delivered in the form of:

modules including lectures, seminars, discussion classes, regular, lab or project-based classes delivered in Polish or English
research work conducted in cooperation with supervisor(s)
student participation in scientific conferences
preparation by students of scientific publications and the doctoral dissertation

Programme Structure

Within the School, the Doctoral Candidates may undertake studies in one of the following fields, each with their own disciplines:

Engineering and technology

Natural sciences

Social sciences

Humanities

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-14 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

26 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kraków, Poland

Disciplines

History Natural Sciences General Engineering & Technology View 5 other PhDs in General Engineering & Technology in Poland

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Research topics shall be submitted subject to approval from the head of the unit in which the doctorate will be undertaken.

Documents:

registration form (including declaration of the research topic to be pursued),
personal data form,
official copy of graduation certificate
diploma supplement or another approved document confirming graduation, if no degree certificate (diploma) has been issued
certificate of grade point average for the higher education programme (not required if it is stated in the diploma supplement)
list of achievements together with supporting documents

Candidates will take a qualifying examination in the leading discipline for the doctoral dissertation to be pursued/

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

Studies at the School are free of tuition. We offer high scholarships for most of our doctoral candidates.

Living costs

Kraków

Poland

2000 - 3400 PLN / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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