Doctorate of Engineering Informatics

Program Description

The Doctorate of Engineering Informatics is a three-year or four-year programme taught in English language at the Faculty of Applied Informatics (FAI) of Tomas Bata University in Zlín. This PhD course provides students with further knowledge in mathematics and the component disciplines of engineering informatics, such as generalized information theory, multimedia data processing or modern informatics theory, bioinformatics and safety technology, etc. Moreover, the course focuses on electronic systems and digital communication. Within this study programme, students can apply for a government scholarship. After finishing studies, graduates will be able to develop theoretical disciplines and use the latest research findings when designing information systems or working with them.

Duration: 6 or 8 semesters (3 or 4 academic years)
Mode of study: Full-time/part-time
Degree obtained: Doctoral (abbr. “Ph.D.”)
Tuition fee: approx. EUR 1,860 per 1 academic year
Scholarship: First-year students may be awarded the TBU PhD scholarship amounting up to CZK 96,000 (approx. EUR 3,560) per academic year (full-time students only). Starting from second year, the total annual amount is based on the student’s academic performance.

Highlights

• At FAI is education provided in the fields of information and control technologies, engineering informatics, security technologies, integrated systems in buildings, chemical and process engineering, etc.
• Research specialization: Multimedia Data Processing, Modern Informatics Theory, Bioinformatics and Safety Technology, Electronic Systems, Digital Communication.
• The Faculty has modern laboratories with the latest, up-to-date equipment including advanced security technologies and the intelligent buildings laboratory.
• New Technology Park focusing on information and communication technologies was opened in 2012.

What`s Included

• Multicultural and friendly environment
• The Diploma Supplement recognized all over Europe
• Access to modern University Library
• Great facilities for students an R&D activities
• Affordable accommodation in the University Halls of Residence (approx. EUR 115/month)
• University Refectories that offer healthy meals at student-friendly prices (approx. EUR 1,5-2,5/meal)
• Large number of sport activities offered by The University Sports Club (membership fee is approx. EUR 30/year)
• Opportunity to attend Czech courses – class of 90 minutes every week (free of charge)
• Student organization Buddy System welcomes international students at the TBU and helps them feel like home in Zlín