Responsibilities of Doctoral Students
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Dissertation Thesis and Defence
Your dissertation thesis represents the core outcome of your research activities. By producing a high-quality dissertation, you demonstrate your ability to conduct independent and original research within your field of study. Guidelines concerning the preparation and defence of the dissertation are set out in the Study and Examination Code of the University of Hradec Králové (Part Three, Section 2, Articles 42–59) and in the relevant Dean’s directive, which will be provided to you by your supervisor. The dissertation is usually written in either Czech or English. Its topic is determined in consultation with your supervisor as part of your Individual Study Plan (ISP). If necessary, the topic may be refined during the course of your studies; however, any such modification must subsequently be approved by the subject-area board.
One of the most important aspects of dissertation preparation is maintaining regular communication with your supervisor. You should keep your supervisor informed about your progress and consult them whenever uncertainties arise. At the beginning of your work, it is advisable to agree on a clear timetable, including specific goals and milestones. The final stage of doctoral studies is the state doctoral examination, which includes the defence of the dissertation thesis. The exact procedure for the defence may vary between faculties.
In addition to the dissertation itself, the application for the defence must include an overview of your academic activities throughout your studies, including a list of publications and papers accepted for publication. Your publications and scholarly activities should correspond thematically to the topic of your dissertation, thereby demonstrating the coherence and clear focus of your academic work. (Further information on publication activities can be found in the following section.)
Publication Activity
Publishing academic papers is an essential component of academic life. Through scholarly publications, you share your research findings with colleagues and the wider academic community. At the same time, you engage with the work of other researchers, drawing inspiration from their findings and using them to support and develop your own research.
Types of Relevant Publications
Each academic discipline has its own specific publishing culture. For example, in the natural and technical sciences, publications authored by large research teams are common, whereas in the social sciences and humanities, single-author publications or works produced by smaller teams are more typical. Publication length also varies across disciplines: shorter journal articles prevail in the natural and technical sciences, while monographs are more common in the social sciences and humanities.
Different types of publications carry different levels of significance within individual disciplines. In general, strong emphasis is placed on publishing in peer-reviewed and internationally recognised journals indexed in major academic databases. You will frequently encounter the terms “impacted” and “non-impacted” journals. An impacted journal is one indexed in the core collections of the Web of Science (WoS) database. In the Czech Republic, the Article Influence Score (AIS) is commonly used as a principal evaluation metric reflecting a journal’s citation impact. Based on AIS values, journals are classified into quality quartiles.
The AIS is calculated on the basis of the number of citations received by articles published in a journal, adjusted to exclude self-citations, and the total number of articles published in that journal. An AIS value higher than 1 indicates that articles published in the journal have, on average, a greater scholarly impact than articles published in journals with an AIS below
A related metric is the Impact Factor (IF), which expresses the average number of citations received per article in other academic publications. A high IF generally indicates that the journal publishes articles attracting significant attention within the academic community and that its publications are frequently cited by other researchers. The value of the IF varies considerably across disciplines, particularly according to the size and citation practices of the field.
Journals are commonly divided into quartiles according to their citation metrics. The most highly ranked journals belong to the first quartile (Q1), while journals in the fourth quartile (Q4) are ranked lower. However, it should be emphasised that a lower quartile ranking does not necessarily imply poor quality or lack of academic value. Publishing in any journal indexed in the Web of Science (WoS) database is generally considered valuable and beneficial. Other important academic databases include Scopus and PubMed.
Research outputs may be published either in academic journals or in conference proceedings. The quality of journals and proceedings varies and is assessed using internationally recognised indicators and evaluation criteria. One of the most important indicators of quality is the existence of a rigorous peer-review process (see below).
It is important to discuss your publication strategy with your supervisor, who will take into account the specific nature of your field and the requirements of your study programme. In some doctoral programmes, successful completion may be conditional upon publishing in impact-rated journals, although the specific publication requirements and metrics vary across disciplines.
Peer Review
The publication of articles in peer-reviewed academic journals generally involves several stages:
- Selecting an appropriate journal: Choose a journal that specialises in, or is closely related to, your research topic. It is essential to familiarise yourself with the journal’s submission requirements, such as word limits, citation style and formatting guidelines, and to adapt your manuscript accordingly. Detailed instructions can usually be found on the journal’s website in the “For Authors” section.
- Submitting the manuscript: Once the manuscript has been finalised and anonymised where required, it should be submitted via the journal’s online submission system or by email. The editor first evaluates whether the manuscript is suitable for further consideration. Rejection at this stage, often referred to as a desk rejection, is commonly due to failure to comply with submission guidelines.
- Peer review process: If the manuscript proceeds to review, it is typically evaluated by two to four independent reviewers. Within a specified period, you will receive their assessments and recommendations. Reviewers may reject the manuscript, recommend publication subject to major revisions, or recommend publication after only minor revisions. You may then decide either to withdraw the manuscript or to revise it in accordance with the reviewers’ comments.
- Revision and resubmission: Although authors are not obliged to accept every reviewer suggestion, it is important to justify any decisions not to implement it. During the revision stage, the editorial office will usually provide instructions regarding the next steps. Once the revised manuscript has been resubmitted, it is returned to the reviewers for further assessment. If the reviewers and editors are satisfied with the revisions, the manuscript will be accepted for publication.
Ethics
Submitting the same manuscript simultaneously to multiple journals is considered unethical academic practice. It is also advisable to verify the professional credibility of the editors responsible for a journal or special issue. Editors should be recognised experts in the relevant field in order to avoid association with publications of questionable academic reputation.
Before commencing research activities, you should consult your supervisor regarding the ethical aspects of your work. This is particularly important in research involving human participants, including research using biological material of human origin, but also applies to other research activities requiring ethical oversight. In such cases, approval and an opinion from the Research Ethics Committee should be obtained before the research begins.
Conference Proceedings
Information about the publication of conference proceedings is often provided when responding to a conference call for papers. However, this is not always the case, and the possibility of publication may only become known during or after the conference itself. The organisers will provide detailed information regarding submission requirements and deadlines. The required length and format of conference papers vary depending on the nature of the conference. In some cases, contributions are limited to only a few pages in the form of an extended abstract, while in other cases conference papers may be comparable in length and scope to standard academic journal articles.
Open Access
If you choose to publish under the Open Access (OA) model, which ensures unrestricted access to scholarly information and increases the visibility and impact of your publication, the publisher may require payment of an Article Processing Charge (APC). APCs may be covered through research grants or projects, or through the transformative agreements concluded by the UHK with publishers within the framework of the CzechElib project. These agreements may provide a full APC waiver (ACM), discounted APCs (SAGE), or a limited number of publication tokens (De Gruyter, Taylor & Francis, Wiley). From 2026 onwards, publication tokens are also expected to become available for Springer, ScienceDirect and ACM. The most up-to-date information can be found on the relevant university webpages.
To ensure correct institutional identification, you should always use your university email address (...@uhk.cz) when communicating with publishers. In some cases, APC fees may also be covered directly by your faculty. For further information, contact the Vice-Dean for Science and Research at your faculty.
Open Access publishing is the preferred model at the UHK. In addition to financial support, the University also provides technical infrastructure for OA publishing and support for archiving research outputs in open repositories. More information can be found on the relevant university webpages.
Predatory Journals
When selecting a journal or publisher, you may encounter the terms “predatory journal” or “predatory publisher”. The UHK does not support publishing in such journals or with such publishers. Predatory publishers fail to adhere to accepted ethical and scientific standards and typically operate on a purely commercial basis. Their primary objective is financial profit through the unfair collection of APC fees rather than the dissemination of high-quality scholarly research.
Predatory journals may often be identified by several warning signs, including an extremely rapid (within days or weeks) or entirely absent peer-review process, aggressive or unsolicited email invitations, poor-quality or incomplete websites or unusually broad conference topics. Predatory journals charge publication fees for this ‘service’.
Publishing in predatory journals carries a significant risk that the output will not be recognised as a valid scientific publication and may negatively affect your academic reputation and career development. If you are uncertain about the quality or credibility of a journal, it is advisable to consult your supervisor, the University Library, or the Vice-Dean for Science and Research at your faculty before submitting your manuscript. In general, if a journal appears questionable or unreliable, it is safer to avoid publishing in it.
Examples of the characteristics of predatory journals can be found on the websites of institutions such as Masaryk University and the Czech Technical University in Prague (Predatory publishing | OpenScience | České vysoké učení technické v Praze).
For further details, see Vice-Rector’s Instruction No. 05/2025 on Open Access Publishing.
Affiliation and Acknowledgements
When publishing research outputs on behalf of the UHK, you are required to state your affiliation with both your faculty and the University of Hradec Králové in every publication.
The official institutional affiliation should be provided either in Czech, in English where appropriate, or in the language of the publication. In the case of less commonly used languages, it is recommended to include the affiliation in English as well.
Failure to state your affiliation with the UHK means that the publication cannot be officially reported as a UHK output and therefore cannot be included in your publication record. In addition, each publication must contain an acknowledgement of the relevant project, grant or funding source supporting the research conducted at the UHK.
For further details, see Vice-Rector’s Instruction No. 7/2023 “Affiliation and Dedication”.
Remuneration for Publication Activity
Individual faculties operate systems for the financial remuneration of publication outputs produced by doctoral students.
- Faculty of Education: Decision of the Dean of the Faculty of Education, University of Hradec Králové, No. 12/2024 Remuneration for Research and Artistic Activities at the PdF UHK
- Faculty of Informatics and Management: The faculty currently operates two parallel systems designed to support the publishing activities of PhD students. These primarily concern the status of ‘Superdoctoral Student’, which is governed by the Directive of the Dean of FIM UHK No. 1/2017. Doctoral students are also remunerated as part of the regular evaluation of scientific work, which is governed by the Decree of the Dean of FIM No. 4/2024 Criteria for the Evaluation of Research Work at FIM UHK in 2024.
- Philosophical Faculty: Remuneration of the academic and scientific staff and students for publications and support of its scientific impact
- Faculty of Science: Dean's Decision No. 16/2024 Measures to Strengthen Excellent Creative (Research) Activity of Academic and Scientific Staff of the PřF UHK
ORCID
Within the research environment, it is essential that research outputs can be clearly and reliably linked to a specific author, institution or grant project. For this reason, you are strongly encouraged to establish an ORCID ID as early as possible during your academic career.
An ORCID ID is a permanent 16-digit digital identifier that uniquely distinguishes researchers and protects their scholarly identity. The implementation of ORCID is also necessary for recording publications in the Personal Bibliographic Database (OBD).
ORCID IDs are provided by ORCID, an independent non-profit organisation supported by an international consortium of member institutions. Since 2023, the UHK has been a member of the ORCID consortium within the National Centre for Persistent Identifiers.
Benefits of ORCID:
- It complies with European Open Science standards and initiatives, including the European Open Science Cloud and Horizon Europe.
- It is frequently required by grant providers and administrators of information system database.
- It is in line with Measure No. 7 of the Action Plan for the Implementation of the Czech Republic’s 2017–2020 National Open Access Strategy for Scientific Information, which stipulates the obligation to “introduce a unique identifier for identifying domestic authors (ORCID ID) as a mandatory component of the R&D&I Information System”.
- It enables the import of publication records from databases such as Web of Science and Scopus.
- It can be linked with other researcher identifiers, including Researcher ID and Scopus Author ID.
Registration is free of charge and can usually be completed within a few minutes.
Registration (orcid.org/register): You will need to provide your first name, surname, email address, and a password. After verifying your email address, you will receive a unique 16-digit identifier that remains with you throughout your academic career. Once registered, you are encouraged to complete your profile by adding information about your education, employment, career history, and publications. Where applicable, you should also authorise the import of publication data from the Web of Science and Scopus databases.
To help complete and manage your records, you may arrange a consultation with UHK specialist Bc. Eliška Říhová at eliska.rihova.2@uhk.cz .
Personal Bibliographic Database (OBD)
The Personal Bibliographic Database (OBD) is the central system used for recording the publication activities of staff and students at the UHK. The OBD is a web-based application accessible from any computer connected to the internet; the use of the Google Chrome browser is recommended.
Detailed information about the OBD system, including faculty contact persons, user manuals, and instructional videos, is available on the UHK website.
Several online and in-person training sessions are organised each year. These sessions also provide opportunities to consult specific publishing-related issues and associated academic activities.
Scientific Databases and Academic Social Networks
Academic social networks help researchers build professional connections, stay informed about current research trends, and follow the activities and publications of colleagues in their field. Many specialised platforms also exist for particular academic disciplines.
Examples of academic and research-oriented platforms include:
Currently the most widely used: ResearchGate, Academia.edu, LinkedIn
Other: WoS, Scopus, Google Scholar, Publons
Alternatives: Zenodo, Humanities Commons
Studium/Předměty/Semináře
Academic year
At UHK, the academic year has two semesters – the winter semester (September–February) and the summer semester (February–June). Lessons cover a 13‑week period.
Courses
Course registration is carried out through the STAG system. At some faculties, students may first need to contact the Study Department officer, who will forward the information to the relevant lecturers. Lecturers will then provide further details regarding course content and requirements.
Course delivery varies depending on the number of PhD students enrolled and may take the form of lectures, seminars, or supervised independent study combined with consultations. Compared with previous levels of study, doctoral education places greater emphasis on independent work and individual consultations with lecturers.
Courses are completed either by obtaining a credit or by passing an examination. Examination requirements are determined by the course supervisors and may include oral examinations, written examinations, other forms of assessment, or a combination thereof. If an examination is conducted before an examination board, the board must be approved by the subject-area board and consist of at least three members. An examination board is mandatory in the case of a second resit attempt.
Credit system in Full-Time and Combined Form of Study
Credits are generally awarded for courses specified in the Individual Study Plan, international placements, publications, and other academic activities. Additional requirements and the number of credits awarded are determined by individual faculties. As the credit system differs between faculties, students are advised to consult the Study Department, their supervisor, or more experienced colleagues for detailed information.
Grading
Examinations are graded on a scale from A to F, while course credits are assessed as either “Pass” or “Fail”. If a student fails an examination or does not obtain a course credit, they are entitled to one regular resit and, if necessary, a second resit attempt. The second resit is conducted before an examination board appointed by the chair of the relevant subject-area board. The chair of the examination board is usually a member of the subject-area board. The board also includes the student’s supervisor and the lecturer responsible for the course concerned. The date of the examination is determined by the chair of the subject-area board. The examination board deliberates and decides on the result in a closed session. The proposed grade is approved if supported by a majority of the board members present.
Minutes are taken for all examinations conducted before an examination board. The outcome of the examination is recorded in the student’s academic records. The examination certificate includes the result, the date of the examination, and the signatures of the examiners. Where the examination is conducted before an examination board, the certificate must also bear the signature of the chairperson.
Failure to complete a compulsory examination may result in the termination of studies. Failure to attend an examination without a valid excuse is regarded as a failed attempt. Any excuse for absence must be submitted in writing to the examiner or the chair of the examination board no later than five days after the examination date.
Assessment of Studies
Once each semester, students report to their supervising department on the progress of their studies, creative activities, and dissertation work. By the deadline determined by the chair of the subject-area board, students are required to submit a written report summarising the results of their work. This report forms part of the basis for the supervisor’s evaluation. Supervisors assess the fulfilment of study obligations once per semester and submit their evaluation to the relevant subject-area board. If the fulfilment of the ISP is deemed unsatisfactory, measures may be taken, including a reduction or suspension of the student bursary, or, in cases of serious non-compliance, termination of studies.
Interruption of Studies
Students may apply for an interruption of studies by submitting a written request endorsed by their supervisor. Based on this application, the Dean may grant a temporary interruption of studies. Students are always entitled to interrupt their studies in connection with pregnancy, childbirth, or parenthood for the full recognised period of parental leave.
If the reasons for the interruption cease to exist, the Dean may, at the student’s request, terminate the interruption before the approved period expires.
Studies may be interrupted more than once. The total duration of interruptions may not normally exceed two years. In exceptional cases, particularly for serious health or personal reasons, the Dean may approve a longer interruption period, provided that the total duration does not exceed four years. Periods of maternity or parental leave are not included in this limit.
During the interruption period, the individual is not considered a student. After the interruption ends, the student is required to re-enrol within 10 calendar days.
You may also apply to take a break from your studies. This application must be in writing and endorsed by your supervisor. On the basis of this application, the Dean may grant you a break from your studies. You are always entitled to take a break from your studies in connection with pregnancy, childbirth or parenthood, for the entire recognised period of parental leave.
Feedback on Doctoral Studies
Every two years, the UHK collects feedback from doctoral students through an electronic questionnaire. The process is governed by Rector’s Decree No. 15/2021 on the Evaluation of Educational Activities by PhD Students.
The questionnaire is anonymous and standardised across all faculties, study programmes, and forms of study. It is available in both Czech and English. Doctoral students are strongly encouraged to participate, as their feedback forms an important part of the university’s quality assurance and quality enhancement processes.
The overall results are compiled into a university-wide report submitted to the Rector’s Board, the Academic Senate of the UHK, and the UHK Internal Evaluation Board. Following discussion, the report is made available to students and staff through the university website after login authentication. Faculties also communicate the results relevant to their own study programmes directly to doctoral students.
Seminars for PhD Students
Faculty of Education – Comprehensive support for the scientific, research, artistic, and creative activities of PhD students is provided by the Educational Research Centre (ERC). The centre focuses on the development and support in preparation and implementation of research projects, publishing activities, and other creative work. The Centre regularly organises methodological seminars, lectures, and workshops for PhD students and academic staff of the Faculty of Education. It also offers individual consultations on publication opportunities, discipline-specific conferences, evaluation of research outputs, academic profiles, identifiers, and related topics. Further information, including seminar schedules and useful resources, is available on the website. The contact person is Ing. Eliška Drabinová, Ph.D. (eliska.drabinova@uhk.cz).
Faculty of Informatics and Management – During the winter semester, an introductory seminar is organised for first-year PhD students. The seminar provides a comprehensive overview of academic and doctoral work, including project activities, teaching responsibilities, supervision of final theses, and related duties. Additional seminars featuring invited guests and experienced international postdoctoral researchers are organised throughout the academic year. These events focus on practical aspects of academic work, such as the preparation of scientific publications. Information about current events and seminars is available from the FIM Study Department.
Philosophical Faculty a – SSeminars are organised by individual departments. Students primarily receive information through their supervisors and may also be invited to specialised training sessions or workshops organised by the faculty on an ad hoc basis.
Faculty of Science – Specialist seminars are organised by individual departments. Additional training courses, workshops, conferences, and lectures organised by the faculty are published on the faculty website under the “News – Conferences and Lectures” section and on the faculty’s social media channels.
Teaching Activities
Teaching responsibilities may include assisting with classes, leading seminars, tutorials, or specialist lectures. In some doctoral study programmes, students may also be required to conduct practical teaching sessions. If teaching duties form part of the accreditation requirements of the doctoral study programme, all related obligations must be specified in the Individual Study Plan (ISP). The specific scope of teaching activities is determined by the supervisor in consultation with the head of the relevant department, taking into account the department’s needs. Under the amendment to the Higher Education Act, teaching activities must be related to the topic of the dissertation and consistent with the student’s study programme. For students enrolled in combined study programmes, teaching activities are optional. If a student undertakes teaching beyond the scope of their study obligations, for example as a teaching assistant, an employment contract should be concluded. Such activities may also be recognised for study credit, provided that they are directly related to the dissertation topic and associated research activities.
Studying Abroad
International study or work experience can significantly enhance your future employability.
At the UHK, students can take advantage of an extensive network of partner universities and participate in study stays, research visits, and internships abroad. These opportunities are not limited to European Union countries; students may also undertake mobility in regions such as South-East Asia, Africa, and Latin America. Many mobility programmes are available not only in a traditional in-person format, but also as blended mobility, combining a physical stay abroad with a virtual component. This flexible format allows students to better balance their studies with personal and professional commitments.
For detailed information about current mobility opportunities, students are advised to contact their faculty’s internationalisation coordinator.
Erasmus+ KA131 Study Mobility
The Erasmus+ KA131 programme (commonly referred to as “classic Erasmus”) enables students to undertake study or work placements in EU Member States, EEA countries, and candidate countries. Study and work placements usually last between 2 and 12 months. Doctoral students may also participate in short-term mobility placements lasting between 5 and 30 days.
Erasmus+ KA171 International Credit Mobility
This programme supports exchanges with universities in partner countries. PhD students are eligible to participate. Mobility periods usually last approximately four months. Participants generally receive a monthly grant of €700 together with a travel allowance. The UHK maintains long-term partnerships with institutions in countries including Brazil, Ghana, Japan, South Korea, Kenya, Colombia, Mexico, and Taiwan, among others. Information on currently available destinations can be obtained from faculty internationalisation coordinators.
Faculty Scholarships
All faculties offer scholarship support for students across all levels and forms of study. Supported activities may include study visits, professional or research placements, internships, summer schools, and other educational activities abroad. The minimum duration of mobility is usually 31 days.
Summer Schools
Many universities organise summer schools, some of which are open to students from non-partner institutions and may also provide scholarship support. Information about summer schools at partner universities is distributed through faculty internationalisation coordinators. Useful portals for finding summer school opportunities include summerschoolsineurope.eu, shortcoursesportal.com, and coursera.org.
Aktion Czech Republic – Austria
This programme supports short-term study and research stays at Austrian universities, typically lasting between one and five months, primarily for dissertation-related work. Requirements generally include an invitation letter from the host institution (from a lecturer whom the student contacts individually), recommendations from two UHK lecturers, and sufficient knowledge of German or English.
The Central and East European Programme for University Studies (CEEPUS) promotes academic cooperation within Central and Eastern Europe. Students may participate either through university networks or independently as “freemovers”. Participating countries include Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Montenegro, Croatia, Kosovo, Hungary, Moldova, Poland, Austria, Romania, North Macedonia, Slovakia, Slovenia, and Serbia. Eligibility conditions generally include enrolment as a full-time student from the second year onwards, no age limit, mobility duration between 21 days and 10 months, an invitation letter from the host institution, and two recommendation letters from the UHK.
Each year, the Fulbright Foundation offers scholarships to Czech students and academics for study and research in the United States. Available opportunities include research visits (an invitation from a US institution is required), degree programmes, and non-degree study stays lasting up to one academic year (9 months). Typical requirements include excellent academic performance, advanced English proficiency, and a TOEFL score of at least 80 points.
International Visegrad Fund
Visegrad scholarships support students enrolled in Master’s and postgraduate programmes undertaking studies abroad. Funding is usually provided for stays lasting one or two semesters. The application deadline is typically 31 January each year. Eligible destinations include Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Georgia, Kosovo, Hungary, Moldova, Poland, North Macedonia, Slovakia, Serbia, and Ukraine.
These grants support study stays and project cooperation with Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein. Calls for applications are regularly published within the Research and University Cooperation sector and may support study visits, internships, or collaborative research activities.
The German Academic Exchange Service supports academic mobility and cooperation between German and international universities, students, and researchers. Available opportunities include research stays lasting between one and ten months.
This programme supports cooperation projects between Czech and German institutions and is intended primarily for PhD students in the humanities and social sciences. Conditions generally include independently arranging admission to a German university, submitting confirmation of acceptance before applying, not simultaneously completing another study stay in Germany, and not receiving another scholarship during the funded period.
BAYHOST offers scholarships for one-year study stays at universities in Bavaria, Germany. Scholarships may be extended for up to three years.
The French Institute for Research in the Social Sciences (CEFRES) primarily supports doctoral students in the social sciences. Funding is generally available for one-year research stays. Applicants are usually required to be at least in the second year of study, and demonstrate proficiency in either French or English.
The Barrande Fellowship Programme supports exchange and research stays for Czech and French doctoral students. Research placements typically last 13 months.
Campus France provides information regarding study opportunities in France.
Marie Sklodowska-Curie Actions
The Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions initiative offers a portal for searching research placements and internships throughout the European Union.
Cotutelle Doctoral Studies
Cotutelle is a form of joint doctoral supervision involving cooperation between two universities. Under a cotutelle arrangement, a student initially enrolled in a standard PhD programme at the UHK may extend their studies to include a partner institution abroad. The student works on a single dissertation under the supervision of academics from both institutions and, upon successful completion, receives diplomas from both universities.
Additional Funding Opportunities
Additional financial support for international study and research activities may also be available through foundations, grant schemes, and other organisations supporting international cooperation, academic exchange, and talented students in specific disciplines. Before applying, students are strongly advised to verify whether funding from a particular source may be combined with funding received from other programmes.
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Other Activities During Your Studies
Role of the Secretary During Final Examinations
Three times each academic year (typically in September, January, and June), final state examinations for Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programmes are held. PhD students may be asked by their faculty or department to assist as secretaries during these examinations. In this role, responsibilities usually include recording the course of the examination, preparing materials for the examination board, and communicating with students attending the examination. If your assistance is required, you will be contacted by the administrative officer of the department organising the final state examinations.
Supervising and Reviewing Final Theses
PhD students may also participate in the supervision and reviewing of Bachelor’s degree theses. Assignments are generally allocated according to the student’s disciplinary specialisation. Responsibilities may include providing consultations, preparing written reviews, and evaluating the academic quality of submitted work.
Participation in Faculty and Department Activities
Students are encouraged to take part in activities organised by their faculty or department, including academic conferences, workshops, seminars, and other scholarly events. Participation in such activities provides valuable opportunities for networking, professional development, and gaining practical academic experience, for example in reviewing the formal aspects of academic texts.
Important links and further resources
- Czech Association of Doctoral Students
- Student Chamber of the Council of Higher Education Institutions (which includes the Commission for Doctoral Studies)
- Eurodoc – The European Council of Doctoral Candidates and Junior Researchers
- Portal researchjobs.cz
- Magazine for universities Universitas
- Portal vedavyzkum.cz
- Czexpats in Science – a platform bringing together Czech scientists living abroad
- A. Polese: The SCOPUS Diaries and the (il)logics of Academic Survival. Ibidem Press, Stuttgart (2018) [ibidem.eu]
- Centre for Academic Writing (CAW) of the Czech Academy of Sciences
- NTK Education and Research Support
- U. Eco: How to Write a Thesis. The MIT Press, Cambridge (2015) [mit.edu] U. Eco: Jak napsat diplomovou práci. Votobia, Olomouc (1997) [knihobot.cz]
- National Contact Centre – Gender and Science
- Library portal knihovny.cz
- Digitised works unavailable on the market (DNNT) at ndk.cz
