The doctoral (PhD) program is the final stage of higher education and a crucial step in training highly qualified scientific and academic personnel. Upon completion, graduates gain the opportunity to conduct research, engage in teaching, and potentially join the academic staff.

PhD candidates study their chosen educational program for three years. During this time, they master modern research methods, enhance their professional skills, complete required and elective courses, publish scientific articles, and prepare and publicly defend a doctoral dissertation.

KBTU also offers dual-degree PhD programs, allowing students to study jointly with international partner universities and obtain diplomas from both institutions—greatly increasing their global competitiveness.
Duration of study: 3 years (180 ECTS credits)

Important Dates

October 28 – November 10
 Application submission for entrance exams via the NCT portal

October 28 – November 10
 Document submission to KBTU

November 27
 Information on exam schedule available in NCT personal account

November 20 – December 10
 Entrance exams for PhD programs

December 15
 Contract signing

January 10
 Enrollment

January 12–19
 Start of Spring semester