Study programme title in Est.

Loodusteadused

Study programme title in Engl.

Science

TalTech study programme code

LALD22

MER study programme code

230083

Study programme version code

LALD22/22

Faculty / college

L - School of Science

Head of study programme/study programme manager

Maria Cecilia Sarmiento Guerin

Language of instruction

English, Estonian

Study level

Doctoral study

ECTS credits

240

Volume (in hours)

6240

Self-paid study programme

no

Nominal study period

8 semesters

Study programme group

Physical Sciences

Broad area of study

Natural Sciences, Mathematics and Statistics

Study field

Physical science

Access conditions

Study programme aims and objectives

The aim of the study programme is to provide knowledge, skills and experience for independent interdisciplinary research, Show more...
development, academic or professional activity in science as well as related fields of engineering and ICT.

Learning outcomes of the study programme

The graduated PhD student:
- is a highly qualified expert in sciences, Show more...
incl. physical sciences and related engineering and ICT field, with in-depth knowledge of theoretical background, terminology, scientific literature and methods of his/her specific field of research;
- has the knowledge and skills for leadership in research in governmental agencies, business enterprises, academic and research institutions;
- has a broad overview of research methodologies and ability to use various scientific methods in finding solutions to complex problems in practical spheres of life;
- publishes his/her results in recognized high-level scientific journals and gives presentations at seminars and conferences;
- has practical skills and experience in planning and teaching at BSc and MSc level within his/her field of research;
- follows the principles of science ethics and is knowledgeable about humanistic, social and economic issues of the society.

Graduation requirements

Degrees conferred

Doctor of Philosophy (Applied Physics and Mathematics), Doctor of Philosophy (Biomedicine and Health Technologies), Doctor of Philosophy (Chemistry and Biotechnology), Doctor of Philosophy (Earth Sciences)