√ A completed master’s degree (university, university of applied sciences, institute of technology), officially recognized in the country in which it was awarded or a comparable diploma-based degree (university, university of applied sciences, institute of technology) in fields directly related to the accredited master’s degree programs offered by SHB – above average grades for performance, with no less than 300 credit points (ECTS) and a proven academic qualification. The doctoral examination board will determine whether an applicant’s previous educational achievements qualify him or her for the program upon written request by the applicant.
√ Current employment in a company or organization
√ Approved research project
√ Passed aptitude test