Structured Ph.D. Program of Professional Sciences (PoPS)

Programme Curriculum

The PoPS curriculum comprises the following:

1. In-depth, advanced-level study of epistemological principles;
2. Advanced development and adaptation of approaches to research methodology;
3. The expertise and methodological foundation for developing and carrying out the doctoral candidate’s research projects;
4. Discussion of project designs;
5. Accessing and implementing applicable content and methodology from involved subject fields;
6. Working with the Trimberg Research Academy (TRAc) to utilise available workshops and supplemental qualification offerings in order to gain valuable skills and experience for professions in the academic community.