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Dual Qualifications Program with 2 independent Doctor’s qualifications from SIMI Swiss and the Ofqual UK.Gov Awarding Body.

In contrast to the Master in Majors program, the SIMI Swiss Doctoral program combines both specialized expertise at the doctoral level and in-depth research capabilities to become a scientist. The program is designed with a training period ranging from 3 to 5 years, with majors courses at the doctoral level combined with a doctoral dissertation according to international standards.

Depending on the orientation, doctoral candidates when participating in the Doctoral program in collaboration with the UK National Qualifications Framework Level 8 competency system, may consider either the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Majors program or the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) in Majors program.

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Management and Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) programs, despite sharing the same majors, have several differences. Some fundamental differences include:

No.CriteriaPhDDBA
1NameDoctor of Philosophy in [majors]Doctor of Business Administration (D.B.A., DBA, DrBA, or Dr.B.A.)
2ClassificationDoctorateProfessional Doctorate
3Level Level 8 EQFLevel 8 EQF
4Years of traningFrom 3 to 5 yearsFrom 2 to 5 years
5Learning and research goalsForming a new theoretical frameworkForming a new theoretical framework or applied solutions
6Publish paper in ISI/SCOPUSEncouraged Must have
7Subject requirementsSix compulsory doctoral-level subjects and research-intensive subjectsSix compulsory doctoral-level subjects and research-intensive subjects
8Thesis RequirementsHigh level of academic and theoryHigh level of application content
9Recognition after graduationDoctoral (Dr.)Doctoral (Dr.)
10DegreesDual degree: Level 8 Diploma & Ph.D. Degree with majorsDual degree: Level 8 Diploma & DBA Degree with majors
11CareerTeaching, ResearchingTeaching, Managing, Researching
12Academic Development PathwayPost Doctoral ProgramsPost Doctoral Programs
The Doctoral program at SIMI Swiss is a dual-qualification program that combines the UK National Qualifications Framework at Level 8 (Doctorate) with the Swiss and European standards for Doctoral programs. The entire Doctoral program at SIMI Swiss complies with the European Qualifications Framework, the ECTS credit transfer system, and the Bologna Process diploma recognition system.

SIMI’s program is 100% accredited and recognized at both the programmatic and institutional levels. Upon graduation, students receive 2 independent Doctoral qualifications simultaneously with 2 different majors.

As a Dual Qualifications program, upon completion, students will receive two Doctor’s qualifications:

  • (1) Level 8 diploma from the Ofqual UK.Gov Awarding Body OTHM.
  • (2) Doctor / Doctor of Philosophy in Majors qualification from SIMI Swiss.

The distinction of SIMI Swiss's Doctor Dual Qualifications program:

Comprehensive Accreditation

The program is accredited at the institutional level by ASIC and at the programmatic level by the UK national qualification system according to UK Levels.

Flexible Learning Models

SIMI offers various learning models, including full-time programs in Switzerland or a Hybrid model that combines live online classes and local teaching assistance.

Scholarships and Fees

SIMI offers scholarships and fees of up to 90% for Doctor’s students with Asian nationality participating in the program.

Diverse Majors

Students can choose majors that Switzerland is globally renowned for. Furthermore, SIMI takes pride in being university institution in Switzerland with a specialization in Aviation.

Dual Qualifications with the United Kingdom

Upon graduation, students receive a Level 8 diploma from the UK national qualification system and a Doctor’s in Majors qualification from SIMI Swiss.

Global Recognition

Dual Qualifications from the UK and Switzerland facilitate students’ seamless entry into the job market, participation in advanced studies, or transitioning to other educational systems.

The advantages of obtaining a Level 8 Diploma within the UK National Qualifications framework:

Level 8 UK is recognized as a Doctor’s level qualification in the United Kingdom, Europe, Australia, and Asia.
As a Doctor’s dual-qualification program, in addition to the SIMI Swiss Master’s qualification, Level 8 provides significant support to students during their work, further studies, and the process of competency and qualification recognition when working in different countries.

  • FHEQ

    Recognized as a Doctor's qualification in the UK

    Level 8 in the United Kingdom is deemed equivalent to a Doctor's qualification in the UK higher education framework (Framework for Higher Education Qualifications - FHEQ).

  • EQF

    Recognized as a Doctor's qualification in Europe

    Level 8 UK is equivalent to Level 8 in Europe and is recognized as a Doctor's qualification in Europe according to the European Qualifications Framework (EQF).

  • AQF

    Recognized as a Doctor's qualification in Australia

    Level 8 UK is equivalent to Level 10 in Australia and is recognized as a Doctor's qualification in Australia according to the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF).

  • ACQF

    Recognized as a Doctor's qualification in Africa

    Level 8 UK is equivalent to Level 8 in Africa and is recognized as a Doctor's qualification in Africa according to the African Continental Qualification Framework (ACQF).

  • ARQF

    Recognized as a Doctor's qualification in ASEAN

    Level 8 UK is equivalent to Level 8 in ASEAN countries and is recognized as a Doctor's qualification in ASEAN according to the ASEAN Qualifications Reference Framework (ARQF).

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