Doctoral programs at the School of Education and Social Science are research-based programs that provide a framework for state-of-the-art research in the various domains of research interest the particular School is involved with. Their aim is to pursue research and advance knowledge, extending the boundaries of what is known. The programs are central to fulfilling the specific School and the University mission through advancing its research dimension and enabling the establishment of the University in the regional and international scene.
The aim of the program is to develop scientists with the necessary background knowledge, skills, experience, ethos and capabilities that will enable them to contribute and advance knowledge in their particular domain of interest, thus serving the overall development of the society. This will be facilitated through the provision of an integrated curriculum of theory, application and research. The successful outcome of a doctoral program leads to the awarding of a PhD (Doctor of Philosophy title) to the candidate.
At present, the programs are:
The directions of the programs are closely linked with the Master-level graduate programs that the particular School is operating and any student registered for a PhD must maintain a field of specialization within the domain of interest of these programs. All the programs are in Greek.
Admission to the program can only occur through calls made by the School (usually during the spring semester of each academic year).
The doctoral program is a three-year program based on the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) and has a common structure among all Schools. To be awarded the PhD degree, the student must complete 180 ECTS credits of graduate level coursework, research work, and seminar attendance (in the case the he/she has obtained a master degree on the same domain, otherwise he/she has to attend up to 60 ects plus to the 180). The minimum time for the completion of the program is three years, while the maximum is eight years. The structure of the program is shown below.
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PHDED901 |
Collection and Analysis of Research Data I |
10 ects |
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PHDED902 |
Graduate Seminar I |
20 ects |
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PHDED903 |
Collection and Analysis of Research Data II |
10 ects |
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PHDED904 |
Graduate Seminar II |
10 ects |
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PHDED905 |
Design of Research Proposal |
20 ects |
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PHDED906 |
Comprehensive Exam |
10 ects |
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PHDED907 |
Defense of Research Proposal |
10 ects |
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PHDED908 |
Research Phase I |
10 ects |
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PHDED909 |
Research Phase II |
10 ects |
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PHDED910 |
Dissertation Writing Phase I/ Publications |
10 ects |
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PHDED911 |
Research Phase III |
10 ects |
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PHDED912 |
Research Phase IV |
10 ects |
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PHDED913 |
Dissertation Writing Phase II/ Publications |
10 ects |
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PHDED914 |
Research Phase V |
10 ects |
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PHDED915 |
Dissertation Writing Phase III/ Publications |
10 ects |
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PHDED916 |
Defense of Doctoral Dissertation |
10 ects |
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The PhD program of the School is administered by the Doctoral Studies Committee of the School and the head of Committee acts as the program supervisor. The Committee’s approves the regulations concerning the doctoral program of the School, decides on the number of new admissions to the doctoral program, decides, in consultation with the Department Boards, to the School Board the candidates to be admitted to the doctoral program, assigns the academic advisors and approves the research advisors for doctoral students, approves transfer credits or exemptions for new students, approves the members of the Research Proposal Committee and the Doctoral Dissertation Committee, and recommends to the Senate the award of the PhD degree to successful doctoral students.
In addition to the Doctoral Studies Committee that has the overall responsibility of the program, each PhD student is assigned a three-member Research Proposal Committee that is responsible for the supervision and development of the student throughout his/her studies.
The research activity of all members of the Research Proposal Committee must be directly related to the domain of interest of the doctoral student. For further information regarding the administration of the program refer to the PhD Regulation document of the School.
Frederick University academic year consists of the fall and spring semesters. The calendar is arranged so that students may start classes either during the last week of September or the first week of February. Candidates may submit an application for admission in any of the semesters. Due to the fact that formalities for the issue of an entry visa take at least 6 weeks, candidates are urged to file an application at least 8 weeks prior to the expected date of enrolment. Students are expected to be on campus prior to the beginning of the intended semester/session. In response to arising need, courses could be provided within the summer period.
Interested students should submit the following to the Admissions Office, when there is an open call for applications (calls are usually in April)
A good knowledge of the English language is required for all programs of Frederick University taught in English.
FULL PROGRAM TUITION FEES :
| DISCOUNTED FEES - €/ECTS | FOR FULL TIME STUDY (60 ECTS)- € |
| 67.00 | 12060 |
In PhD programs, discounted fees apply to all students that fall within the Research Promotion Initiative of the University. Further special discounts leading up to 90% tuition funding are also in operation for specific departments. In cases where doctoral studies are supported by external funding, tuition fees may be fully subsidized and salaries may also be provided. For details please refer to specific calls for doctoral studies issued by the Schools/Departments
| On campus students | Euro |
| Application Fee | €35 payable once |
| Registration Fee | €25 per registration |
| Student Activity Fee | €20 per semester |
| Technology Fee | €20 per semester |
| Late Registration Fee | €25 |
| Transcript Fee | €5 per additional copy |
| Incomplete Make-up | €25 |
| Graduation Application Fee | €55 |
| Exam Waiver Fee | €25 |
| Second Examination Fee | €80 |
| Transfer Credit Evaluation | €40 |
| Distance Learning students | Euro |
| Application Fee | €35 payable once |
| Semester Registration & Technology Fee | €100 per semester |
Contact Person: Ferederick
Phone: +35722394394
Email: info@frederick.ac.cy
