Doktorske studije – Umjetnost i mediji
A student who defends their doctoral dissertation after passing all courses prescribed by the curriculum for six semesters receives a certificate of completion of the study program with 180 ECTS credits, specifically: Doctor of Educational Sciences; Doctor of Sciences in (specific fields) – 180 ECTS.
Doctor of Musical Arts (piano, accordion, solo singing, string instruments, guitar, composition)
Doctoral studies in musical arts are intended for artists who strive for the highest level of professional and creative development. The program is based on independent artistic research and the realization of authentic projects that contribute to the development of contemporary musical practice. Doctoral candidates develop their own artistic direction through performance or compositional practice, theoretical reflection, and reflection on art. Teaching involves working with a mentor, performing research concerts or compositions, as well as the public defense of the artistic and written part of the doctoral dissertation. The program encourages multidisciplinarity and contemporary approaches to music, and fosters contribution to the cultural community through performance, publications, and education. Doctors of Musical Arts position themselves as artist-researchers, university professors, and drivers of innovation in the field of musical interpretation, creation, and education.
Doctoral studies in the field of media and communication studies are aimed at developing original scientific contributions to the understanding of contemporary communication processes, media systems, and social transformation. The program combines theoretical depth and methodological precision, with an emphasis on independent scientific research. Doctoral candidates research topics in journalism, mass communication, public relations, digital media, political communication, and the public sphere, developing new models and approaches in interpreting complex social phenomena. Working with a mentor, writing a dissertation, and scientific publishing are key elements of the studies. The goal of the program is to educate researchers and highly competent experts who can act in academia, media, research institutes, education, and advisory and strategic positions. Doctors of Science in the field of media and communication studies shape public discourse, improve communication practices, and contribute to the development of a critical and democratic society.