The Internationalization of Doctoral Studies
Session Organizer
G. Kakavelakis, Assist. Professor HMU
Session Co-Organizer
K. Petridis, Professor HMU
The internationalization of doctoral education has emerged as a defining feature of contemporary higher education, reflecting broader trends of globalization, knowledge mobility, and cross-border collaboration. Doctoral programs are increasingly shaped by international partnerships, joint supervision agreements, mobility schemes, and the creation of transnational research networks that extend beyond national boundaries. These dynamics raise important questions about quality assurance, recognition of qualifications, the balance between global standards and local contexts, and the cultivation of intercultural competencies among doctoral candidates.
This conference theme seeks to critically examine how internationalization reshapes the structures, practices, and experiences of doctoral education. We invite contributions that explore theoretical, empirical, and policy-oriented perspectives on topics such as joint and double-degree programs, the role of international research funding, the impact of digital technologies on cross-border doctoral training, and the ethical and social dimensions of global doctoral mobility. Papers that highlight innovative models, identify challenges, and propose sustainable strategies for advancing the international dimension of doctoral studies are especially encouraged.