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Public Administration
The subjects of the study plan are designed so that the graduate is prepared for independent creative scientific work by acquiring comprehensive theoretical knowledge in the field of Public Policy and Public Administration, to be able to apply scientific knowledge in practice and thus to act to raise its level within the intent of the requirements of modern European public administration.
The study part consists of specialised lectures and individual study of literature according to the needs of the dissertation focus. The content of the study part also includes Methodology and methods of scientific work in social science research and language training. The topics of the core knowledge are linked to the topics of the field of public policy and public administration as a scientific discipline. In accordance with the requirements of the core curriculum description, the graduate will acquire knowledge of the theory of public policy and public administration, including methodological issues of their research and application, democratisation of public policy and public administration, processes in public administration, constitutional and legal foundations of public administration, current legislation concerning public administration, new forms of financing, organising, managing and evaluating public administration.
Prospects of graduates
Prospects of graduates
The study programme is designed so that its graduates at a professional and scientific level master the studied issues in the field of public administration in the broader context of public policy, legal norms in a democratic state and economic aspects of its functioning. The graduate will acquire the principles of methodology and scientific work methodology, the ability to orientate in the issues of public policy and public administration also in foreign language terminology, to apply theoretical knowledge, to clearly and concisely present the results of his/her work.
The study part consists of specialised lectures and individual study of literature according to the needs of the dissertation focus. The content of the study part also includes Methodology and methods of scientific work in social science research and language training. The topics of the core knowledge are linked to the topics of the field of public policy and public administration as a scientific discipline. In accordance with the requirements of the core curriculum description, the graduate will acquire knowledge of the theory of public policy and public administration, including methodological issues of their research and application, democratisation of public policy and public administration, processes in public administration, constitutional and legal foundations of public administration, current legislation concerning public administration, new forms of financing, organising, managing and evaluating public administration.
Prospects of graduates
Prospects of graduates
The study programme is designed so that its graduates at a professional and scientific level master the studied issues in the field of public administration in the broader context of public policy, legal norms in a democratic state and economic aspects of its functioning. The graduate will acquire the principles of methodology and scientific work methodology, the ability to orientate in the issues of public policy and public administration also in foreign language terminology, to apply theoretical knowledge, to clearly and concisely present the results of his/her work.
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Conditions of admission
Conditions of admission
- Successful completion of the second degree of higher education in the study programme Public Administration, European Public Administration or a related study programme.
- Successful completion of the entrance examination.
Additional information
Application form (at https://e-prihlaska.upjs.sk)- method of submission and annexes:
- A duly completed application form for the academic year 2024/2025 or a duly completed and submitted e-application form according to the instructions provided on the e-application page
- Structured CV
- Certified copies of evidence of educational qualifications (diploma, state examination certificate, diploma supplement)
- Copy of proof of payment of the admission fee
- A list of the applicant's own published works or a list of other professional activities related to the study programme for which the applicant is applying, or, where appropriate, testimonials on these works and activities
- Copies of awards from faculty and international scientific professional events
- Motivation letter (justification of interest in doctoral studies)
- Dissertation project of 7-10 pages
Project Structure:
1. Motivation for choosing the topic
2. Brief structure of the dissertation with definition of the problems to be investigated and justification of the need to investigate them
3. Methods of cognition and investigation, their justification
4. References, bibliography, which the candidate is already familiar with at the beginning of his/her thesis
Conditions for international students
Conditions for international students
The study program is provided in Slovak language only.
Applicants from abroad, or applicants who have completed a second degree of higher education at a foreign university, must submit a decision on the recognition of the degree for academic purposes.
Only those applicants who submit a duly completed application form, enclose all attachments and pay the admission fee by the deadline will be invited to the entrance examination.
Coordinator for students with specific needs
Ing. Lenka Pčolinská, PhD., telefón: +421 55 234 5141
e-mail: lenka.pcolinska@upjs.sk
Conditions of admission
- Successful completion of the second degree of higher education in the study programme Public Administration, European Public Administration or a related study programme.
- Successful completion of the entrance examination.
Additional information
Application form (at https://e-prihlaska.upjs.sk)- method of submission and annexes:
- A duly completed application form for the academic year 2024/2025 or a duly completed and submitted e-application form according to the instructions provided on the e-application page
- Structured CV
- Certified copies of evidence of educational qualifications (diploma, state examination certificate, diploma supplement)
- Copy of proof of payment of the admission fee
- A list of the applicant's own published works or a list of other professional activities related to the study programme for which the applicant is applying, or, where appropriate, testimonials on these works and activities
- Copies of awards from faculty and international scientific professional events
- Motivation letter (justification of interest in doctoral studies)
- Dissertation project of 7-10 pages
Project Structure:
1. Motivation for choosing the topic
2. Brief structure of the dissertation with definition of the problems to be investigated and justification of the need to investigate them
3. Methods of cognition and investigation, their justification
4. References, bibliography, which the candidate is already familiar with at the beginning of his/her thesis
Conditions for international students
Conditions for international students
The study program is provided in Slovak language only.
Applicants from abroad, or applicants who have completed a second degree of higher education at a foreign university, must submit a decision on the recognition of the degree for academic purposes.
Only those applicants who submit a duly completed application form, enclose all attachments and pay the admission fee by the deadline will be invited to the entrance examination.
Coordinator for students with specific needs
Ing. Lenka Pčolinská, PhD., telefón: +421 55 234 5141
e-mail: lenka.pcolinska@upjs.sk
Form of entrance exam
Form of entrance exam
- Professional oral examination in the subject "Public Administration in a Democratic State" (the question headings will be sent to the registered candidates together with the invitation to the entrance examination).
- A professional discussion, the aim of which is to assess the applicant's aptitude for creative scientific work and the applicant's motivation for doctoral studies. The committee will verify the applicant's proficiency in the foreign language chosen by the applicant by allowing a committee member to ask a question in the foreign language during the debate, to which the applicant must respond in that language.
Form of entrance exam
- Professional oral examination in the subject "Public Administration in a Democratic State" (the question headings will be sent to the registered candidates together with the invitation to the entrance examination).
- A professional discussion, the aim of which is to assess the applicant's aptitude for creative scientific work and the applicant's motivation for doctoral studies. The committee will verify the applicant's proficiency in the foreign language chosen by the applicant by allowing a committee member to ask a question in the foreign language during the debate, to which the applicant must respond in that language.
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Anticipated number of applicants to be accepted
8
Additions
Annual tuition fees
Standard length of study: cost free
Study longer than the standard length of study program, parallel studies: 700 €
The fee for admission procedure
application form: 50 €
E-application form: 30 €
Billing information
Anticipated number of applicants to be accepted
2
Additions
Proof of fee payment (paper form)
Annual tuition fee
Standard length of study: cost free
The fee for admission procedure
Printed application form: 50 €
E-application form: 30 €
Billing information
Admission procedure fee for the e-application form: 30 €
Fee for the admission procedure for the traditional (printed) application form: 50 €
The fee must be paid by bank transfer to the account of the State Treasury:
Account number (IBAN): SK58818000000070000000086002
SWIFT code: SPSRSKBA
Variable symbol: 4974
Constant symbol: 0308
Specific symbol: Birth number without slash
The bank transfer confirmation must be attached to the application form (otherwise the application will not be accepted).
8
Additions
- (paper form)
Annual tuition fees
Standard length of study: cost free
Study longer than the standard length of study program, parallel studies: 700 €
The fee for admission procedure
application form: 50 €
E-application form: 30 €
Billing information
Anticipated number of applicants to be accepted
2
Additions
Proof of fee payment (paper form)
Annual tuition fee
Standard length of study: cost free
The fee for admission procedure
Printed application form: 50 €
E-application form: 30 €
Billing information
Admission procedure fee for the e-application form: 30 €
Fee for the admission procedure for the traditional (printed) application form: 50 €
The fee must be paid by bank transfer to the account of the State Treasury:
Account number (IBAN): SK58818000000070000000086002
SWIFT code: SPSRSKBA
Variable symbol: 4974
Constant symbol: 0308
Specific symbol: Birth number without slash
The bank transfer confirmation must be attached to the application form (otherwise the application will not be accepted).
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We will send you all the information about important events and deadlines.
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Last update: 31.08.2024 16:08