Dear Supervisors,
Thank you for guiding doctoral candidates in their studies and for the time and energy you dedicate to their development.
This page provides an overview of the key regulations governing doctoral study, along with important information sources and contacts to help you navigate both administrative and academic matters. The aim is to support your role as a supervisor and to equip you with the necessary tools for the effective supervision of doctoral candidates.
This seminar focuses on the fundamental
rights and responsibilities arising from the supervisor-doctoral candidate relationship. Attendance is mandatory for newly appointed supervisors; existing supervisors are warmly welcome to attend as well.
Current seminars and additional support can be found HERE
Constitution of CU Articles 22a and 22b / effective date: 1 October 2026
Code of Study and Examination Part III – Study in a Doctoral Programme of Study (Articles 48–64) / effective date: 1 October 2026
Scholarship and Bursary Rules Part II – Doctoral Income and Doctoral Scholarship (Articles 18–22) / effective date: 1 October 2026
Rector´s Directives No. 36/2021 - Determining the fee for supervisors of students after their completion of the doctoral programme of study
Rector’s Directive No. 42/2026 - Benchmark for Supervisors and Consultants in Doctoral Programmes of Study at Charles University
Rector’s Directive No. 40/2025 - Standards for Doctoral Study Programmes at Charles University
Information for supervisors on the doctoral study website
Contacts with the faculties of the Charles University in agenda of doctoral studies
Doctoral Study Hub – offer of transferable skills courses not only for doctoral students at the UK
Educational portal - Offers educational programs (courses, seminars, etc.) mainly in the field of soft skills for students and employees of the CU
Research and Funding Facilitation – website of the Research Support Office
Study Abroad – website of the International Relations Office
Inter-University Study – website of the Department for the Quality of Education and Accreditation
FAQs on Doctoral Sudies at Charles University
Charles University
Rectorate
Student Affairs Department
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Czech Republic
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