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PhD program in Public Health
International Higher School of Medicine PhD program offers advanced doctoral-level research
training which is based on multidisciplinary approaches for understanding origins and determinants of health and disease among groups of population. PhD in Public Health is intended primarily for students who could pursue careers in academic institutions or in research positions related to public health care outside of academia. Apart from fostering the next generation of health care researchers and scientists, the program will provide opportunities for students to build capacity in science communication using mentoring and teaching skills, thereby helping them become educators in their professional fields.
International Higher School of Medicine PhD program offers advanced doctoral-level research
training which is based on multidisciplinary approaches for understanding origins and determinants of health and disease among groups of population. PhD in Public Health is intended primarily for students who could pursue careers in academic institutions or in research positions related to public health care outside of academia. Apart from fostering the next generation of health care researchers and scientists, the program will provide opportunities for students to build capacity in science communication using mentoring and teaching skills, thereby helping them become educators in their professional fields.
- PhD doctoral studies are open to citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic, foreign citizens and stateless persons having appropriate higher vocational education, confirmed by diploma «Master» or «Specialist»;
- Admission of applicants to the IHSM PhD program is carried out on a competitive basis according to the results of entrance examinations;
- Those entering the PhD program take the following entrance exams:
- Examination entry confirmation shall be made upon the submission of a passport or other document certifying the identity;
- Retaking entry examinations is not allowed;
- Duration of doctoral studies is not less than three years of full-time education;
- Training is carried out on a contractual basis.
- English;
- Specialty (Public Health);
- Interview on justification of their research topics;
Individuals applying for the PhD program must submit the following documents to the IHSM:
- Application addressed to the Rector of IHSM;
- Copy of the diploma of higher education by qualification «Master» or by specialty, or direction «Specialist» (notarized);
- A certificate from the authorized state body in the field of education and science of the Kyrgyz Republic confirming the level and content of educational documents issued by foreign educational institutions;
- Passport, military ID card and employment record book must be submitted in person and returned to an applicant after verification;
- For foreign citizens: passport with the proper visa (copies);
- Justification of the planned dissertation research, coordinated with the supposed native or foreign academic advisor;
- Written approval from the research supervisor for the academic supervision (does not require a specific form);
- Portfolio
- Copy of the English language test certificate (if available);
- A list of scientific and methodological works (if available);
- 6 photos of size 3.5⨯4.5 cm;
- Medical certificate 086-U;
- Employee personal data sheet and a document confirming professional experience (for those who have an employment record);
1. Those entering the PhD program take the following entrance exams:
3. Admission to entrance exams is allowed with a passport or other identification document.
4. Re-examination is not allowed.
- English;
- specialty (Public Health);
- interview on justification of their research topics;
3. Admission to entrance exams is allowed with a passport or other identification document.
4. Re-examination is not allowed.
How to apply
- An applicant can apply online or through one of our regional partners/representatives.
- Except the main requirements we have a set of other specific rules for each country. The additional information might be obtained in the regional offices of our regional representatives or directly from our Postgraduate Office (contact information is below).
- After fulfilling all the requirements and getting admitted you will be provided with a provisional admission letter and application form at your request.
- Successful applicants are required to apply for e-visa form the Ministry of External Affairs of Kyrgyz Republic. Please visit: www.evisa.e-gov.kg;
- Or you may contact with the regional representative of your country or International Cooperation Center (icc@ism.edu.kg) and provide your documents for getting e-visa;
Tuition fees for doctoral students PhD: