The Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in School Psychology is a prestigious professional doctoral program focused on education, school and counseling psychology, educational sciences and educational management. The degree is awarded after the successful completion of the study program and the defense of a doctoral dissertation. The dissertation is designed as a doctoral research project demonstrating the candidate’s ability to independently develop an academically relevant topic and provide an original contribution to the advancement of school psychology, counseling psychology, educational disciplines and leadership in education.
The academic focus of the program leads doctoral candidates toward a deeper understanding of educational theory, the thoughtful application of professional knowledge in practice and the development of research competencies appropriate to the doctoral level. The program integrates theoretical study, applied professional reflection and research-oriented work, thereby enabling students to address complex issues within contemporary educational environments.
The program is intended primarily for postgraduate students and graduates of relevant university programs in psychology, education and related disciplines, including applicants with prior qualifications such as MBA, MSc or M.Ed. The educational process at the university is guided by experienced academic professionals and practitioners who provide students not only with theoretical knowledge but also with extensive professional experience derived from long-term work in the fields of education, psychology and educational leadership.
An additional advantage of the program is the possibility of studying in multiple language formats, including Czech, Slovak, English and Russian. This multilingual environment supports the academic development of students while simultaneously strengthening their professional language competencies within their chosen field of study.
The Doctor of Education program is fully accredited by the International Education Society (IES).