🎓Accelerated Ph.D. in Dermatology and Venereology

Duration: 12 Months | Credits: 60 ECTS | Delivery: Online / Blended
Language: English
Degree Awarded: Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Dermatology and Venereology
Level: EQF 8

📘 Program Overview

This one-year intensive doctoral program is designed for experienced medical professionals and clinical researchers in the fields of dermatology and venereology. The curriculum offers a rigorous yet flexible research-focused pathway aligned with international academic standards.

The program enables candidates to design, conduct, and defend an original research project in just 12 months, with personalized academic supervision and a structured learning framework.

📚 Program Structure

The program is divided into two semesters of 30 ECTS each. It combines theoretical instruction, applied research training, and academic writing, culminating in a final dissertation and oral defense.

🔹 Semester 1 – Research Foundations and Project Design (30 ECTS)

Duration: 6 months
Objective: Define the research framework, conduct a systematic review, and secure ethical approval.

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🔹 Semester 2 – Data, Thesis, and Defense (30 ECTS)

Duration: 6 months
Objective: Conduct the research, analyze results, write the dissertation, and prepare for defense.

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🧪 Doctoral Thesis

The doctoral thesis must present original, publishable research in dermatology or venereology. It must:

• Be written in English

• Contain a full literature review, methodology, data analysis, and conclusions

• Be a minimum of 40,000 words

• Be defended online before an international academic panel

📝 Admission Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Master’s degree in Medicine, Dermatology, Venereology, or related field (EQF Level 7)

• Demonstrated research experience (clinical or academic)

• English proficiency (minimum B2 CEFR level)

• Preliminary research proposal aligned with the program scope

📄 Application Documents

• Completed application form

• Updated CV

• Academic transcripts and diplomas

• Personal statement (motivation and research interests)

• Two letters of recommendation

• Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)

🎯 Career Outcomes

Graduates of this Ph.D. will be equipped for roles such as:

• Academic researcher or faculty member

• Clinical research director

• Scientific advisor in the pharmaceutical industry

• Consultant for public health and dermatological policy

• Expert in global dermatological initiatives (e.g., STIs, infectious skin diseases)

💰 Tuition & Scholarships

• Tuition: €2,500 total

• Payment in 2 or 3 installments available

• Partial scholarships for merit or partner institution nominees

📅 Program Timeline

• Always active

💻 Learning Environment

• 100% online learning platform

• Access to academic databases and digital library

• Weekly seminars and personalized supervisor meetings

• Support from the doctoral coordination office

Contact Us

Ph.D. Office 
📧 secretariat@priscasapientia.university
www.priscasapientia.university
+410767966143