Overview

Key facts

Through thought-formation and special research methods, they will be able to contribute to the resolution of these time-based problems in the diverse contexts of social theory and practice, cultural life, science, art, politics, the world of work, and religion or spirituality.

Due to the professional profile of the members of the Department of Philosophy of the Faculty of Arts of the University of Ostrava and the partner institution, which is the Doctoral College of Philosophy at the Doctoral School of the University of Wroclaw, where the PhD student is completing a part of his/her studies, the composition of the departmental board and the supervisors of the PhD students, the Philosophy - International Studies program at the University of Ostrava is focused on a wide range of topics related to the history of philosophical thought and the systematic research of traditional and new issues that are the subject of philosophical reflection in contemporary society.

Programme Structure

The study is focused on a wide range of topics related to the history of philosophical thought and the systematic research of traditional and new issues that are the subject of philosophical reflection in contemporary society.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Ostrava, Czech Republic

Disciplines

International Relations Philosophy View 6 other PhDs in Philosophy in Czech Republic

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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

Submit the application to study and pay the administrative fee for the admissions procedure.
Obtain an official document proving your previous education. For a doctoral degree programme, full completion of studies in at least a Master's degree programme.

Further conditions for admission to the doctoral degree programme are as follows:

Submission of a doctoral dissertation research proposal. The proposal must correspond with the research specializations of the Department of Philosophy and an appropriate dissertation supervisor must be available.
Successful completion of the entrance examination: oral interview

A curriculum vitae, including information on the applicant’s proficiency in foreign languages according to the CEFR,
An overview of relevant activities (publications, participation in conferences, study stays abroad)
If available, a letter of recommendation from a university teacher or researcher,
Any language certificates awarded to the applicant.

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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

16250 CZK / year

≈ 16250 CZK / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

16250 CZK / year

≈ 16250 CZK / year

Living costs

Ostrava

Czech Republic

10368 - 15129 CZK / month

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