Western Caspian University

Admission

Doctorate

Department of Master's and Doctoral Studies

E-mail:  doktorantura@wu.edu.az

Phone: (+994 12) 492 74 18

Western Caspian University announces admission for PhD programme for the year 2023 in the following specialties>

Ph.D. in Systematic Analysis, Management and Information Processing.

Systematic Analysis, Management and Information Processing

Elements of the program include:

  • Decomposition and Synthesis of Objects of Systematic Analysis
  • Algorithmization of Decomposition Process
  • Types of Aggregation
  • Basic Issues of Mathematical Statistics
  • Establishment of Point Estimation and Confidence Interval
  • Differentiation of Statistical Hypotheses
  • Algorithmic Issues in Graphs and Drawings
  • Finite Vending Machines and Automatic Transmission
  • Information Theory
  • The Concept of Information
  • Entropy- Conventional Entropy, Coding, Optimal Coding & Linear Codes
  • Key Concepts, Essence, Indicators and Criteria of Management
  • Management Objects, Purpose and Functions of Management
  • Decision Making in Management, Management Systems & their Structure
  • Mathematical Methods used in Management, Optimisation Issues.

Ph.D. students participate in various scientific conferences and symposiums to exchange research results. Besides the theoretical and methodological basis of the thesis, Ph.D. students possess expert knowledge in modern standards that enables them to understand the contributions of others to science and to freely conduct independent scientific work at an advanced stage. Ph.D. students receive personalized trainings for research projects.

WCU pays special attention to international cooperation in order to improve knowledge and share experience. Experts in various fields are invited from time to time. Past contributors include Colin Love from the UK, Randall Baker and Rise Kelsey from the US, Ross Douglas from Canada, and Emmanuel Arcon and Martinez Cristobal from Spain. Moreover, WCU offers Ph.D. students opportunities to participate in the Erasmus Mundus program to improve their research and gain international experience.

Participation in the program and future perspectives:

The Ph.D. program is offered to graduates with a master’s degree. The program in systematic analysis, and management & information processing is intended for candidates who wish to earn the required qualifications of business analyst, designer, architect, or copywriter to work in local universities and in other research institutions in Azerbaijan and abroad.

Internal Fiscal Policy & Finances

Western Caspian University now offers a Ph.D. programme in Internal Fiscal Policy and Finance.

Components of the programme:

  • Financial Policies and Tools
  • Impact of Financial Policies
  • Financial Policy and National Economy
  • Interaction of Investment Policy
  • Business Cycle in Macroeconomics
  • The Appearance of Financial Policy
  • Restoration of Total Supply of Fiscal Policy Instruments
  • Financial Policy
  • Main Direction of Fiscal Policy of Azerbaijan
  • Fiscal Policy and Aggregate Demand
  • Fiscal Policy and Aggregate Proposal
  • Tax and Taxation.

The Ph.D. in Fiscal Policy and Finance provides a high level of understanding of financial policy, financial tools, interaction of investment, and the impact of financial policy. As an integral part of the programme, students carry out independent research that includes formal methods and use of tools as they apply in a modern economy. The result is more in-depth knowledge acquisition.

These activities provide researchers with the opportunity to strengthen their economic knowledge and demonstrate their skills by using modern methods and tools. The programme offers opportunities to conduct high-level research in the field of economics, fiscal policy and finance. Research begins early in the programme with the goal of submitting articles for publication in prestigious scientific journals, and to share results in science conferences and symposiums. The Ph.D. programme is completed with the presentation and justification of the dissertation.

WCU is committed to international cooperation in order to improve knowledge and share experiences by inviting input by international experts in every field of study. In addition, WCU offers Ph.D. candidates the opportunity to participate in the Erasmus Mundus programme to improve their research skills and gain international exposure.

World Economics

Western Caspian University offers a Ph.D. in World Economics.

Purpose of the programme:

  • International Business
  • International Economic Relations
  • Problems of Modern World Economy
  • Regulation of Problems at National, Regional and Global Levels
  • Government Agencies, International Governmental/Non-Governmental Organisations

The programme provides a high level of knowledge of international trade and economic relations, including key components in the economy. As an integral part of the programme, students carry out research through independent endeavour that includes formal methods and tools that can be used in the modern economy, resulting in more in-depth knowledge acquisition.

The Ph.D. programme is completed with the presentation and justification of the dissertation. This activity provides researchers with the chance to strengthen their knowledge of economics and to demonstrate their skills by using advanced methods and tools. Research begins at an early stage so that articles may be submitted for publication in prestigious scientific journals. Students also participate in scientific conferences and symposiums to present their research findings.

Western Caspian University pays special attention to international cooperation in order to improve knowledge and to share experiences by inviting international experts such as Colin Love from the UK, Randall Baker and Rise Kelsey from the US, Ross Douglas from Canada, Emmanuel Arcon and Martinez Cristobal from Spain. Moreover, WCU offers doctoral students a chance to participate in the Erasmus Mundus programme to improve their research skills and gain international experience and exposure. 

Participation in the programme and future perspectives

The Ph.D. programme is offered to graduates with a master’s degree. The Ph.D. programme on systematic analysis, management & information processing is intended for candidates who wish to earn the required qualifications in the field as business analysts, designers, architects, copywriters, designers in other research institutions within Azerbaijan and abroad. Our graduates conduct high-level research in the field of economics.

Defended Ph.D. projects in Internal Fiscal Policy & Public Finance Programme:

Gurbanov Firuz Ahmed oglu- ‘Foreign economic factors of tourism development in Azerbaijan under the conditions of globalization’.

Tagiyev Zamir Elshad oglu- ‘Directions to improve relations between the International Monetary Fund and Azerbaijan’.

Mukhtarly Nihad Hafiz oglu- ‘Increasing the international competitiveness of the Azerbaijani economy’.

Balkaya Muhammed Ceyhun's son- ‘Demography and employment problems in modern Turkey’.

Germanic Languages

Western Caspian University offers a Ph.D. in Germanic Languages.

Purpose of the programme

:

  • Cultivating highly qualified linguists dealing with methodological and practical issues in synchronic and diachronic linguistics
  • Developing the current structure of research/teaching groups at WCU and providing opportunities for existing in-service training courses
  • Strengthening research procedures using simultaneous and diachronic methods
  • Gaining expertise in the Theory of General Literature
  • Formation of theoretical and methodological foundations of professional activity in the field of foreign language education
  • Formation of philological expertise and professional level skills development.

The Ph.D. programme in Germanic Languages provides a high level of knowledge related to the research and analysis of Germanic languages and literature while strengthening research procedures by using synchronous and diachronic methods. Moreover, the programme provides a general theory of literature, special skills and in-depth knowledge on the chosen Germanic language. Students receive personalised training for research projects. Research activities begin early in the programme in order to publish articles in high-end scientific journals, and for students to participate in science conferences and symposiums to share research findings.

WCU lays significant emphasis on international cooperation in order to improve knowledge and to share experiences. We invite international experts such as Colin Love from the UK, Randall Baker and Rise Kelsey from the US, Ross Douglas from Canada, Emmanuel Arcon and Martinez Cristobal from Spain. In addition, Western Caspian University offers doctoral students a chance to participate in the Erasmus Mundus programme to improve their research skills and gain international experience and exposure.

Participation in the programme and future perspectives

The Ph.D. programme is offered to students with relevant master’s degrees. The Ph.D. is intended for candidates seeking to earn the required qualifications in language skills and simultaneously participate in macro-scale education enabling them to work in cultural institutions, the media, diplomacy and other areas.

Defended Ph.D. projects in Germanic Language:

Jahangili Tabarrukt Farrukh oglu- ‘Lingus grammar features of family concept in English’. 

Shakhbazli Chinara Zahid Gizi- ‘English words & expressions of courtesy’.

World Literature

Western Caspian University now offers a Ph.D. in World Literature.

Purpose of the programme:

  • Education and preperation of highly qualified experts who can deal with methodological and practical issues on world literature
  • Developing the current structure of research/teaching groups and presenting opportunities to current teachers to enhance their qualifications.

The Ph.D. in World Literature provides a high level of institutional knowledge to produce highly qualified specialists who can conduct research in their fields. Students are able to analyse selected international literature and to further develop research procedures by using synchronous and diachronic methods. They also have a common theory of literature, special skills and in-depth knowledge of their chosen fields. They are ready to work at universities and colleges due to the expertise gained by pursuing and refining their skills and capabilities.

In order to improve knowledge and share experiences, international experts are regularly invited to WCU. Some of these include Colin Love from the UK, Randall Baker and Rise Kelsey from the US, Ross Douglas from Canada, and Emmanuel Arcon and Martinez Cristobal from Spain. WCU offers doctoral students opportunities to participate in the Erasmus Mundus programme to improve their research skills and gain international experience and exposure.

Participation in the programmee and future perspectives

The Ph.D. programme is offered to graduates and master’s degree students. The Ph.D. is intended for candidates who wish to earn the qualifications required to be able to participate in macro-level education. Graduates can also work in cultural institutions, media, diplomacy, etc.

International Relations

Western Caspian University now offers a Ph.D. in International Relations.

Focus of the programme:

  • Formation of theoretical and methodological basis for professional activity in the field of Global World Processes, Geopolitical Structures in the Modern World, Modern International Relations and International Integration
  • Formation of necessary professional skills for a Doctor of Science, International Expert and Analyst
  • Contemporary Theories of International Relations
  • World Politics
  • Diplomacy
  • Participation in International Relations

The Ph.D. programme in International Relations provides a high-level of knowledge leading to proficiency in international relations. Doctoral candidates admitted to this programme must have a master’s degree in International Relations.

The main purpose of the doctoral programme is to impart comprehensive knowledge on all aspects of international relations, investigating problems in international relations and simultaneously being able to carry out high-level independent research. The programme provides candidates with opportunities to evaluate political and social changes in the global system, as well as theoretical, analytical and critical assessment of the foreign and domestic policies of the Republic of Azerbaijan, political issues and developments in the region.

In order to improve knowledge and share experiences, WCU regularly invites international experts in various fields including Colin Love from the UK, Randall Baker and Rise Kelsey from the US, Ross Douglas from Canada, and Emmanuel Arcon and Martin Cristobal from Spain. In addition, WCU offers doctoral students a chance to participate in the Erasmus Mundus programme to improve their research skills and gain international experience and exposure.

Participation in the programme and future perspectives

The Ph.D. programme is offered to graduate master’s degree students. Graduates are qualified to work as professors in educational institutions and/or use their research skills within the framework of international, governmental and non-governmental organisations (NGOs).

Technical Aesthetics and Design

Western Caspian University now offers a Ph.D. in Technical Aesthetics and Design.

Purpose of the programme:

  • Acquire analytical thinking and be able to apply modern research methods and competencies
  • Innovations in Design
  • Developing Systems of Art and Culture
  • Graphic Design
  • Design Environment
  • Graphics

The Ph.D. in Technical Aesthetics and Design is based on a state-of-the-art curriculum that develops analytical thinking and modern research methods and competencies. There is considerable emphasis on the history of design, theory and practice of visual culture, modern methods of design, ecological aspects and modern design problems. The Ph.D. programme provides doctoral students with the necessary knowledge and skills to carry out scientific-pedagogical activity in the field of artistic and visual culture. It also introduces modern and current teaching methods such as using online technologies, pedagogical activities and integrative methods.

In order to boost knowledge and share experiences, international experts in various fields are regularly invited. Some of our recent guests include Colin Love from the UK, Randall Baker and Rise Kelsey from the US, Ross Douglas from Canada, and Emmanuel Arcon and Martinez Cristobal from Spain. Moreover, WCU doctoral students participate in the Erasmus Mundus programme to improve their research skills and get international exposure.

Participation in the programme and future perspectives

Applicants must have completed a full master's degree in a design specialty. Graduates are eligible for employment in educational institutions, businesses, government and non-governmental organisations (NGOs).

Field Economy

Western Caspian University offers a Ph.D. in Field Economy.

Purpose of the programme:

  • Levels of an Economy
  • The Economic Sector
  • Forms of Economy
  • Economic Growth
  • History of Economics

The Ph.D. in Field Economics provides a high level of knowledge to gain deep understanding of field economics as envisaged in the development of professional economists. Scientists in the field carry out research in various fields of the national economy and apply this knowledge to foreign and local situations for the solution of practical issues. Ph.D. students collaborate with renowned scholars from around the world. The programme is directed so that the students’ research projects can be placed in academic institutions before their appointment as scholars and researchers. Graduates are also qualified to ascend to managerial positions in industries, the public sector and international organisations.

WCU doctoral students participate in the Erasmus Mundus programme to improve their research skills and gain international exposure.

Participation in the programme and future perspectives

The Ph.D. programme is offered to graduates holding a master’s degree in a related field. The Field Doctorate Ph.D. is intended primarily for those who wish to earn a degree in trade, finance, social, scientific, technical, environmental and/or global economics and to work in Azerbaijan or abroad.

General Economics

Western Caspian University now offers a PhD in General Economics.

Focus of the programme:

  • Regulation of Problems at National, Regional and Global Levels
  • Government Agencies, International Governmental & Non-Governmental Organisations
  • Important Economic Concepts
  • Efficiency Problems
  • The Methods of Economic Theory
  • History of Economic Theory Development
  • Market Economy
  • The Economic Role of the State
  • Micro Economy
  • Prices and Pricing
  • Production Costs and Profits
  • Labour Market and Salary
  • Capital as a Factor in Production
  • International Business
  • International Economic Relations

The Ph.D. in General Economics is a high- level programme. Students conduct independent research using formal tools and methods used in a modern economy to acquire expert knowledge in modern finance and financial standards. This enables students to understand the contributions of others to science and to conduct advanced independent scientific work. Ph.D. students participate in national and University science conferences and symposiums, and present their research findings. Our students’ research is highly respected, which allows them to submit articles for publication in high-end scientific journals.

WCU doctoral students participate in the Erasmus Mundus programme to improve their research skills and get international exposure.

Participation in the programme and future perspectives

This Ph.D. programme is offered to graduates with a master’s degree. The programme is intended primarily for those who wish to earn a degree in trade, finance, social, scientific, technical, environmental and global economics for employment in Azerbaijan or abroad.

Political Institutions and Systems

Western Caspian University offers a Ph.D. in Political Institutions and Systems.

Focus of the programme

  • Contemporary Political Systems
  • The Concept of Political Regime
  • Political Regimes
  • Party System
  • Political Parties
  • Signs and Elements of Political Institutions
  • Typology, Types and Patterns of Political Institutions
  • Formation of Political Institutions
  • Modern Political Institutions
  • World Politics
  • Diplomacy
  • Participants in International Relations
  • International Relations Theory

The Ph.D. in Political Institutions & Systems provides expert level knowledge to gain proficiency in political systems and political institutions, political regimes and political parties, world politics and diplomacy. The programme provides candidates with the opportunity to evaluate political and social changes in the global system, as well as providing theoretical and analytical perspectives on international relations and the development of common geo-political knowledge. In order to improve knowledge and share experiences, international experts are invited from various fields of study. WCU doctoral students participate in the Erasmus Mundus programme to improve their research skills and gain international exposure.

Participation in the programme and future perspectives

The Ph.D. programme is offered to graduates with a master’s degree. Ph.D. students specialise in particular disciplines. Those interested in investigating problems in international relations also have the opportunity to conduct high-level, independent research. Graduates can teach in educational institutions and can use their research skills within the framework of international, governmental or non-governmental organisations (NGOs).