News on the Reform of Doctoral Studies
A brief summary of the main changes in response to the amendment to Higher Education Act and how they will affect you as current students at Charles University.
Welcome to the doctoral programme
The most important information for new students (and not only for them) regarding the organisation of studies, available support, and opportunities for further education.
News
Get connected! Do you want to get together with other doctoral candidates to discuss your dissertation topic or science/research related issues? Use our new platform!
Join a virtual group or make a new one.
For meeting in person you can reserve a space in the Hybernska Campus.
Do not hesitate to come and use the quiet space in the Kampus Hybernská to write your dissertation, study or meet your colleagues.
Mondays in Kampus Hybernská
Building D, 2nd floor
Do you want to present your research in a clear, and engaging way? Join our webinar and learn how to turn complex topics into a compelling story – from a three-minute presentation to a grant proposal pitch.
October 23, 15.00 - 16.30
Online, MS Teams
How to Retain Energy & Motivation
Doctoral studies demand a great deal of energy. It is just as important to know how to restore it, otherwise motivation may fade and burnout can occur. Come and discover what recharges your batteries and learn how to strengthen your mental resilience.
November 3, 16.00 - 18.00
Hybernská Campus - building D, 2nd floor
Attend the III International Student and Postgraduate Scientific and Practical Conference "Global Challenges of Humanity: Society, State, Individual".
November 7, 2025
on-campus (1 Universytetska St, Lviv, Ukraine) or online via Zoom
Deadline of application: October 31, 2025
Attend one or more seminar organized by National Library of Technology on advanced searching, citing, and communicating.
Topics included: My First Scientific Article, Academic Integrity, AI Essentials in Academia, How to publish your data and more. Webinars are free of charge and open for everyone.
Wednesdays from October 15, at 10 AM
Apply for a paid traineeship for EU citizens offered by the Joint Research Centre (JRC) with duration 5 months full time.
Acquire practical skills and knowledge in a multi-cultural, interdisciplinary environment;
Develop a network of contacts and build your career!
Deadline of application: October 21, 2025
Connect with fellow-experts from various fields of chemistry, share your research, and gain new insights. Registration and participation are completely free of charge.
November 7 and 8, 2025
UCT Prague + online
Registration deadline: October 31, 2025
Charles University tries to meet the needs of students who are parents with young children and create conditions enabling them to bring their study and parent duties in line.
Survival Czech: Language Course for Total Beginners
7 October 2025 – 6 November 2025
Ph.D. CANDIDATES
Dobrý den! Are you a Ph.D. student wanting to learn the basics of the Czech language? Join our online language courses for beginners! This course will focus on introduction, shopping, eating and more.
Proofreading Service of English Texts
11 January 2024 – 31 December 2025
Ph.D. CANDIDATES
We provide you with help of your academic texts in English. If you are unsure about your grammar, style and spelling, try our service with a native speaker.
Proofreading Service of Czech Texts
11 January 2024 – 31 December 2025
Ph.D. CANDIDATES
Are you concerned about the Czech language in your academic texts? It is not necessary now because of our helping hand. Try proofreading!
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