Languages, Literature and Translation Studies
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ScheduleDaytime schedule
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ECTS Credits180
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LanguageFrench
Description
A PhD is a third-cycle academic qualification for which students are awarded the academic title of Doctor. This title, which represents the highest qualification in a particular field of study, is awarded by the student’s Faculty following the successful completion of a PhD thesis.
A PhD student is expected to carry out a combination of research work (participation in symposiums, conferences, publications, research stays abroad, etc.) and personalised training (thematic and methodological seminars, etc.) in order to acquire advanced scientific knowledge in their field and a wide range of cross-disciplinary skills.
Throughout the PhD, the student is supported by their supervisor (and possibly a co-supervisor) who provides help, guidance and advice. More broadly, they are part of a research team working on a specific project. Although a PhD is an individual undertaking, it is part of a local, national and international scientific network that gives it scientific meaning and scope.
For more information about doctoral studies at UMONS, click here.
Program and structure
Research work for the thesis must correspond to at least 180 credits obtained after initial training of at least 300 credits (a Master’s degree). Of the 180 credits required to obtain a PhD, at least 60 must be obtained through doctoral training culminating in a research training certificate.
Access conditions
In accordance with the doctoral regulations, applications for admission must be submitted by the candidate to their faculty, together with a detailed application file listing their academic background (including transcripts and copies of any qualifications obtained) and any certificates relating to prior learning that they wish to have recognised.
Admission to studies and work in preparation for a doctoral thesis is decided by a committee which verifies:
1) The candidate's eligibility for studies and work;
2) The candidate's aptitude for personal work and scientific research;
3) The acceptability of the thesis topic;
4) The agreement of a research unit or department at UMONS to supervise the candidate;
5) The existence of a supervisor willing to supervise the candidate's work.
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Opportunities
One of the objectives of a PhD is to prepare students for a career in research. There are research positions available at universities, but this is not the only career option. PhD graduates can pursue a variety of careers in the public and private sectors. The professional experience gained through research and the skills acquired during the PhD programme are highly valued by future employers, whether they are scientific or cross-disciplinary (project management, time management, oral communication, analytical skills, languages, etc.).