Czech and Czechoslovak History












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            Characteristics of the Studies

            The aim of doctoral studies is to prepare qualified researchers in the field of Czech and 
            history, who will become the mainstay of further historical research. The studies develop 
            of doctoral students and provide them with a deeper understanding of the chosen specializa

            lectures and seminars, doctoral students get acquainted with the latest knowledge of histo
            as well as current trends in methodology. The focus of doctoral studies lies in presenting
            dissertation thesis of original scholarly work based on the original source base. PhD thes

            previous research findings, and doctoral students also demonstrated the ability to handle 
            adequate methods and at the international level.


            Entrance Examination
            Discussion about applicant's research project proposal. The research project must be sent 

            the application to the Department of Science, Faculty of Education, Charles University. Th
            must demonstrate their qualifications for scientific work. Emphasis will be placed on the 
            the scientific production of the chosen topic, the ability to issue partial integration in

            historical context and to formulate own conclusions. The applicants submit the research pr
            pages including bibliography. The project topic chosen by themselves usually corresponds w
            theme, which they would like to pursue during doctoral studies.


            Candidates are admitted to study if they meet all admission requirements
            a) officially-verified certification of completed undergraduate degree (Master´s degree pr

            b) to pass an entrance examination, reach minimum number of point determined by the Dean,
            c) to meet any other requirements specified by a given field of study.


            Evaluation Criteria:
            The applicant can get a maximum of ten points, the number of points for the admission to s
            at least seven points.


            Graduate Profile
            The graduate of doctoral study programme Czech and Czechoslovak History is equipped with t

            practical knowledge in the area of historical work, namely in scientific research as well 
            history. Occupationally the graduate works at universities and colleges, in scientific ins
            museums, galleries and other cultural institutions.


            Prof. PhDr. Jiří Pokorný, CSc., Supervisor of Doctoral Studies
            e-mail: jiri.pokorny@pedf.cuni.cz