Education and Teaching
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ScheduleDaytime schedule
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ECTS Credits180
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LanguageFrench
Description
A PhD is the third cycle of university studies leading to the academic degree of PhD (modification of the “paysage” decree). Representing the highest qualification in a particular field of study, this qualification is conferred by the Faculty following the successful presentation of a doctoral thesis.
The work of a PhD student involves a combination of research work (presentations at conferences, lectures, publications and research visits abroad) and personalised training (thematic and methodological seminars, for example), enabling students to acquire advanced scientific knowledge in the field of education and teaching, as well as a wide range of cross-disciplinary skills.
Throughout their project, the PhD student is supported by their supervisor (and co-supervisor, if applicable), who provides assistance, guidance and advice. More broadly, they become part of a research project led by a team of researchers. While the PhD is a personal project, it is also part of a local, national and international scientific network, which gives it its scientific meaning and scope.
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Program and structure
A thesis corresponds to at least 180 credits which are obtained after completing a Master’s degree of at least 300 credits. Of the 180 credits required for a PhD, 60 must be obtained during a doctoral programme leading to a research training certificate.
Access conditions
In accordance with the doctoral regulations, applications for admission must be submitted by the candidate to the Faculty on the basis of a complete file describing the university course followed (with transcripts of results and copies of degrees obtained) and attestations of any prior learning that the candidate wishes to have validated.
Admission to the studies and work relating to the preparation of a doctoral thesis is decided by a committee that verifies:
1) The candidate's eligibility for the studies and work
2) The candidate's aptitude for the personal work and scientific research
3) The admissibility of the thesis subject
4) The agreement of a UMONS research unit or department to accept the candidate
5) The willingness of a supervisor who will oversee the candidate's work.
Opportunities
A PhD can lead to a variety of career opportunities, thanks to the different cross-disciplinary skills developed by PhD students during their training:
- Researcher at a university or research centre
- Teacher in higher education (colleges, universities, etc.)
- Executive or project manager in a company
