The doctoral programme of the Faculty of Social Sciences and Business Studies is based on research conducted within the faculty’s disciplines. Research topics come from surrounding society and nature, the university’s strategic research areas, and the researchers’ own interests.
A degree in the programme includes a licentiate thesis and/or doctoral dissertation, plus 30 credits of studies supporting research work and professional competence. Doctoral researchers are encouraged to take part in internal and external academic events, such as conferences.
Doctoral researchers prepare a personal study plan and a supervision plan with their supervisor within three months of receiving their study right. The programme leads to the degree titles Doctor of Social Sciences, Doctor of Science (Economics and Business Administration), Doctor of Laws, Doctor of Philosophy, and Doctor of Health Sciences.