Doctoral Study Programme “History and Archeology”

Studying in History and Archeology doctoral programs at university of Latvia in latvia:

The aim of the joint doctoral study program “History and Archeology” of the University of Latvia and Daugavpils University is to ensure the succession of historical science, training of leading staff of scientific, higher education and cultural institutions who have the competence to raise and solve the most important problems of modern history, in a broader sense, it means participation in the formation of the intellectual elite, as well as the ability to influence the development of the direction and priorities of national historical science.

Necessary information:

Degree to be achieved: Doctor of Science (PhD) in History and Archeology
Duration of studies: 6 semesters (3 years)
Type of studies: Full time
Amount of credits: 144 credit points or 216 ECTS
European Qualifications Framework (EQF) level: Level 8
International Standard Classification of Education (ISCED) level: Level 8
Language of instruction: English or Latvian
Study program is licensed, will be accredited within two years (according to national legislation)

Tuition fee:

EU/EEA/Swiss citizens and their family members; Long Term Resident EU – 2400 EUR per Year
Other сountry citizens – 4268 EUR per Year

Approval of tuition fees for the year 2023/2024 is in process.

Curriculum:

The tasks of the program result in its tasks:

1) to select the best applicants in accordance with the jointly developed criteria for the evaluation of doctoral applicants;

2) to ensure the acquisition of deep and extensive knowledge of the current theoretical and methodological problems of modern world and Latvian historical science;

3) to develop doctoral students’ skills and competencies, which will enable them to carry out independent projects based on scientific findings and methods and to carry out scientific research;

4) to provide qualified management for the scientific work of doctoral students, to ensure the transfer of the scientific work experience, scientific methods and erudition of the academic staff to the next generation;

5) to create an opportunity for doctoral students to publish the results of their scientific research and theoretical findings in scientific periodicals;

6) to provide doctoral students with an opportunity to get acquainted with the latest theoretical and historiographical achievements;

7) to promote doctoral students’ understanding of scientific and academic careers and to improve the pedagogical competence necessary for academic work;

8) to promote the development of interdisciplinarity by cooperating with other doctoral study programs of the University of Latvia, Daugavpils University and other universities.

Career opportunities

The doctoral degree will allow to achieve the highest degree as a university lecturer, as well as to work in research in a variety of research institutions, as well as in archives, museums and libraries. The experience gained will be an additional advantage when applying for various positions in public administration, diplomatic service, mass media.

Admission requirements

Master’s degree in the humanities, social sciences, educational sciences, and natural sciences, or equivalent higher education and entrance examinations.

In the entrance interviews, in accordance with the admission criteria of the University of Latvia, both the novelty and topicality of the submitted doctoral thesis, the quality of the developed dissertation application, and the applicant’s previous achievements and motivation are assessed. Previous achievements include master’s study results, connection with work in historical research, publications and participation in scientific conferences.

After uploading all the required documents and submitting an application the applicant will receive the registration fee invoice (100 euro) and diploma recognition fee (48.38 euro). The application will be considered only after payment receipt will be provided, the application fee is nonrefundable and does not guarantee acceptance, applicant can cover any fees only after receiving invoice for it or after request of admission officer.

English language requirement:

International applicants who wish to enter this university and study at different levels in English must prove that they have enough English language proficiency to study at this university.

Language certificate	Overall score (bachelor)
TOEFL IBT	92
TOEFL Essential	10
IELTS	7
CPE (Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English)	C2
CAE (Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English)	C1 Advanced
PTE (Pearson Test of English) General	C1
PTE (Pearson Test of English) Academic	67
ESOL	C1

If the applicants did not pass English language tests, they can take the online English test of this university and pay 40.00 EUR. Overall, it is critical to know that applicants with previous international education in the English language (like secondary or high school) do not need to present an English language certificate.

Deadlines and intakes:

Autumn Intake (application start: 02 Jan 2023; studies start in Sept 2023)