PhD in Philosophy at EHU — a unique opportunity for in-depth philosophical studies within the European academic context.
The program, developed in collaboration with Vytautas Magnus University (Kaunas) and the Lithuanian Culture Research Institute (Vilnius), combines historical and philosophical traditions with an interdisciplinary approach. Over four years, doctoral students explore relevant philosophical questions, publish academic articles, participate in conferences, and prepare a dissertation, which, upon successful defense, leads to the award of a Doctor of Humanities degree recognized across the European Union.
Your ideas are a contribution to the future of philosophy!
PhD Admission to EHU: Step by Step 🎓
Select a research topic that matches your academic interests and identify a supervisor to guide you through your project. Your supervisor will help you formulate key questions, support your research work, and assist you at every stage of your dissertation preparation.
| Research Area |
Institution |
Potential Supervisors |
| Area I: Contemporary Social and Political Philosophy |
| The Idea of Europe and its Philosophical Justification |
EHU |
Prof. Dr. Povilas Aleksandravičius |
| Social and Ethical Transformations in the Era of Globalization |
EHU |
Prof. Dr. Andrej Gornykh, Prof. Dr. Almira Ousmanova, Prof. Dr. Tatiana Shchyttsova |
| Social Practices, Political Discourses, and the Production of Subjectivity in the Technological Age |
EHU |
Prof. Dr. Andrej Gornykh, Prof. Dr. Almira Ousmanova, Prof. Dr. Tatiana Shchyttsova |
| Area II: Contemporary Continental Philosophy |
| Problems of Contemporary Philosophy: Ontology, Politics, Art |
LCRI |
Prof. Dr. Audronė Žukauskaitė |
| Contemporary Continental Ethics |
VMU |
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Viktoras Bachmetjevas |
| Studies of Imaginary Morality |
VMU |
Prof. Dr. Gintautas Mažeikis |
| Critical Theory and Symbolic Thinking |
VMU |
Prof. Dr. Gintautas Mažeikis |
| Area III: History of Philosophy |
| Problems of Ancient and Medieval Philosophy |
LCRI |
Prof. Dr. Tatjana Aleknienė, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Darius Alekna, Dr. Kristina Mitalaitė |
| Area IV: Comparative Studies in Art and Philosophy |
| Transformations of Contemporary Aesthetics and Philosophy of Art |
LCRI |
Acad. Prof. Dr. Antanas Andrijauskas, Dr. Loreta Poškaitė, Dr. Aivaras Stepukonis, Prof. Dr. Stanislovas Mostauskis |
| Comparative Philosophy and Aesthetics |
LCRI |
Acad. Prof. Dr. Antanas Andrijauskas, Dr. Loreta Poškaitė, Dr. Aivaras Stepukonis, Prof. Dr. Stanislovas Mostauskis |
EHU offers two doctoral study formats: full-time (on-campus) and full-time session-based (part-time), each of which is adapted to different lifestyles, yet both provide high-quality education and active participation in the university environment.
You can find the current tuition fees for all programs in the “Tuition Fees” section.
The document submission process is as simple as possible:
Online submission:
Master’s program applicants submit their documents electronically as attachments to the application form. Originals or notarized copies are provided only after enrollment during the first visit to the university.
List of required documents
Mandatory documents:
✅ Color photo 4×6 cm (passport-style) no older than 3 months. Minimum size: 235×355 pixels.
✅ National passport or ID (pages with photo, name, and surname in Latin script).
✅ Master’s diploma (or equivalent) and transcript with a notarized translation into Lithuanian or English.
✅ Application addressed to the Rector (in English) — link.
✅ Two recommendations from philosophy specialists (issued in the current year).
✅ Curriculum Vitae (CV) with the applicant’s signature (in English).
✅ List of academic publications (with full bibliographic details) and electronic copies of the publications.
✅ Research project proposal, according to the guidelines (if applying for two topics, submit two project proposals) — link.
Additional documents (if applicable):
✅ Other documents you consider important.
How to submit your application for the EHU PhD in Philosophy?
1️⃣ Prepare your documents
- Ensure that all required documents are collected, properly formatted, and signed (if necessary).
2️⃣ Create an archive
- Save all files in one archive in .zip or .rar format.
- Use a clear file name: Lastname_PhD_EHU_2025.zip
3️⃣ Write your email subject line using this template:
- “PhD Application to EHU – [Full Name]”
4️⃣ Write a short cover email including:
- Your full name
- Your chosen research topic
- Contact details (phone, email)
- A list of attached files
5️⃣ Submit your email on time
📢 Important!
✅ Make sure the archive size does not exceed your email provider’s limit.
✅ Submit your documents early to allow time for corrections if needed.
✅ Wait for confirmation of receipt from the coordinator.
Candidates selected by the Admissions Committee as meeting the admission requirements are invited to an online interview.
📝 Purpose of the interview
- Assessment of the applicant’s readiness and motivation for PhD studies.
- Evaluation of academic achievements and publications.
- Assessment of the applicant’s research experience in relation to the chosen topic.
- Consideration of academic recommendations.
- Verification of foreign language proficiency.
If you have successfully passed the competitive selection and the interview, the Admissions Committee will recommend you for enrollment. Congratulations!
📌 What’s next?
✅ Sign the contract – within three days of receiving it, and send a scanned copy to the University.
✅ Pay the tuition for the first semester – before the start of classes.
After completing these steps, you will officially become a PhD student at EHU! Welcome to our academic community. 💙
You can find the full PhD admission regulations at EHU via this link.
Dear PhD Candidates!
The PhD program in Philosophy at EHU is an opportunity to develop your own research within the European academic space and contribute to contemporary philosophy. If you need more information about admissions, research areas, or studies, we are happy to assist you.
📩 Contact our coordinator: oleg.vinichenko@ehu.lt
We look forward to welcoming you to the EHU PhD program!
