PhDr. and PhD compared
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What is the difference between a PhDr. and a PhD?
Both a PhDr. and a PhD can enhance professional and social standing, opening doors to career advancement, greater recognition, increased responsibility, and higher income. However, it’s important to note that there are distinct differences between the two degrees.
Both a PhDr. and a PhD can enhance professional and social standing, opening doors to career advancement, greater recognition, increased responsibility, and higher income. However, it’s important to note that there are distinct differences between the two degrees.
PhDr.
The program places particular emphasis on practical research. The PhDr. distance learning program can be completed after a minimum study period of 12 months and is ideal for continuing education alongside work.
The PhDr. is a rigorous examination procedure, the so-called “minor doctorate,” which is assigned to the second level of the Bologna classification. The PhDr. degree is placed before the name. This academic degree is internationally recognized and can be used. In Austria, the use and registration of the title is permitted under
§ 88 UG Abs 1 & 1A
PhD
A PhD is a doctoral degree awarded for scientific research work. The scientific quality of the work is the sole criterion for assessment; in fact, new scientific findings must be independently developed as part of the PhD program.
This degree can be completed after a bachelor’s or master’s degree at the second Bologna level. A PhD program usually lasts at least three years and is completed full-time in most cases.
The PhD (philosophiae doctor) is the actual doctoral degree and is therefore internationally recognized. The PhD degree is assigned to the third level of the Bologna classification. How a domestic academic degree may be used is prescribed by law. In Germany, the PhD degree can be used as the title “Dr.”, while in Austria, only the use of PhD after the name is permitted. (Source Austria: see § 88 in conjuction with $ 116 des Universitätsgesetzes 2002 – UG, BGBl. I Nr. 120/2002)
PhDr.
The program places particular emphasis on practical research. The PhDr. distance learning program can be completed after a minimum study period of 12 months and is ideal for continuing education alongside work.
The PhDr. is a rigorous examination procedure, the so-called “minor doctorate,” which is assigned to the second level of the Bologna classification. The PhDr. degree is placed before the name. This academic degree is internationally recognized and can be used. In Austria, the use and registration of the title is permitted under
§ 88 UG Abs 1 & 1A
PhD
A PhD is a doctoral degree awarded for scientific research work. The scientific quality of the work is the sole criterion for assessment; in fact, new scientific findings must be independently developed as part of the PhD program.
This degree can be completed after a bachelor’s or master’s degree at the second Bologna level. A PhD program usually lasts at least three years and is completed full-time in most cases.
The PhD (philosophiae doctor) is the actual doctoral degree and is therefore internationally recognized. The PhD degree is assigned to the third level of the Bologna classification. How a domestic academic degree may be used is prescribed by law. In Germany, the PhD degree can be used as the title “Dr.”, while in Austria, only the use of PhD after the name is permitted. (Source Austria: see § 88 in conjuction with $ 116 des Universitätsgesetzes 2002 – UG, BGBl. I Nr. 120/2002)
Degrees: PhDr. vs. PhD
PhDr. Admission requirements
Full master’s degree (120 ECTS credits) in economics and management
PhD admission requirements
Recognized academic master’s degree at Bologna Level II in economics and management
PhDr. Course content
Economic focus
Practical research
Rigorous work
PhD course content
Short theoretical section
Scientific publications and conferences
Core focus: scientific research work with new scientific findings
PhDr. Start of studies
Possible at any time
Start of PhD studies
Registration possible at any time
Start of studies once a year: Registration for the 2023 academic year possible until mid-August 2023
Duration of Studies of the PhDr. Program
3-6 Semesters
PhD duration of study
4-6 years
mostly full-time
Who is a PhDr. distance learning program suitable for?
For decision-makers who value particularly practical research.
Who is a distance learning PhD suitable for?
For individuals who wish to engage intensively in independent scientific research.
Title – Academic degree
PhDr. – assigned to the second level of the Bologna classification
Title – Academic degree
PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) – assigned to the third level of the Bologna classification
PhDr. Admission requirements
Full master’s degree (120 ECTS credits) in economics and management
PhD admission requirements
Recognized academic master’s degree at Bologna Level II in economics and management
PhDr. Course content
Economic focus
Practical research
Rigorous work
PhD course content
Short theoretical section
Scientific publications and conferences
Core focus: scientific research work with new scientific findings
PhDr. Start of studies
Possible at any time
Start of PhD studies
Registration possible at any time
Study program starts once a year (end of September)
Duration of Studies of the PhDr. Program
2-6 Semesters
PhD duration of study
4-6 years
mostly full-time
Who is a PhDr. distance learning program suitable for?
For decision-makers who value particularly practical research.
Who is a distance learning PhD suitable for?
For individuals who wish to engage intensively in independent scientific research.
Title – Academic degree
PhDr. – assigned to the second level of the Bologna classification
Title – Academic degree
PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) – assigned to the third level of the Bologna classification
The Bologna Classification: The difference between PhDr. and PhD
The second level includes, for example, Master’s degrees, Magister degrees, and Diplom-Ingenieur degrees. These Diplom or Master’s degree programs also qualify graduates to pursue doctoral studies. The PhDr. is also classified in this category, which entitles holders in Austria to apply for A-level positions.
Would you like to learn more about our PhDr. and PhD programs?
PhDr distance learning
PhD Program
Are you interested in a PhDr distance learning program? Find out more about the structure of the program, the course content, and our partner university here.
Is a PhD program the right choice for you? Learn more about the program structure, course content, and our partner university here.
PhDr distance learning
Are you interested in a PhDr. distance learning program? Learn more about the program structure, course content, and our partner university here.
PhD Program
Is a PhD program the right choice for you? Learn more about the program structure, course content, and our partner university here.
Do you have additional questions?
Your contact person for the PhDr., PaedDr., and PhD distance learning programs:
Mag. Christina Tschikof
Course Advisor
0043 1 361 98 84 0
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