Branch programme/details

Communication is one of the determining manifestations of life of contemporary society. We have become part of communities that are formed in communication processes taking place in reality as well as in digital networks. The study program Semiotics and Philosophy of Communication focuses on the study of communication strategies, their preconditions and their effects. The peculiarity of this program will appear in connection with the emphasis placed on the study of visual components of communication. This way we take into account the role that nowadays belongs to images in contemporary communication. It is also important to point out that the analysis of the semiosis, mediation and communication processes is extended to expose the manipulative character of some media discourse procedures which contributes to the specific features of this program.

The oral entrance examination consists of a debate on the dissertation research project (max. 20 points) and a test of English language skills - the debate will be in English (max. 10 points).
In the entrance examination, the candidate must demonstrate a distinct research interest in the philosophy and semiotics of communication, knowledge of theoretical approaches and relevant methodologies. He/she should be able to present the specific problem he/she wants to study. The interview questions verify the candidate's suitability for the dissertation project and focus in particular on the chosen topic of the research project. Both the quality of the research project and its inclusion in the research projects carried out by the faculty are assessed. Candidates can either apply with their own dissertation project or apply for topics that are listed in the student information system by some supervisors. It is possible for more than one candidate to apply for the same topic if capacity allows. The supervisor may grant permission for more than one candidate to apply for the same topic, with the proviso that the selection will be made as part of the admissions process. A total of 30 points may be obtained in the entrance examination. A candidate who obtains less than 10 points in the evaluation of the debate on the dissertation research project cannot be admitted. The Dean will set the score threshold for admission based on the result of the admission procedure and taking into account the economic and capacity possibilities of the faculty.

The following attachments are part of the application form:
- Dissertation project (recommended parts: outline of the research problem and research questions, overview of the current state of research, explanation of the chosen methodology and research techniques, proposed approach to the problem, list of relevant literature, research timetable, explanation of the relevance of the topic for the study programme Semiotics and Philosophy of Communication); minimum length of the project is 5 NS; the project must include a proposal of the supervisor (name), selected from the list of supervisors approved by the departmental board, and the project must be developed together with the supervisor;
- written consent of the supervisor to supervise the dissertation project, which will be included in the application form as a separate annex;
- a brief professional CV;
- a list of the literature that the applicant has studied with regard to his/her individual interest and the chosen topic of the dissertation project.

Admission to Doctoral studies is conditioned by successful completion of a Master's study programme.

Verification method:	entrance exam
Confirmation date (of entrance exam) from:	11.06.2025	Until:	20.06.2025
Alternative date (of entrance exam):	25.06.2025	Until:	27.06.2025

Graduates of the study programme Semiotics and Philosophy of Communication have the ability to conduct independent scientific research and independent creative activity in the field of research or development, based on knowledge of primary and basic secondary texts in the field, they are able to summarize and critically evaluate the current state of research, formulate scientific hypotheses and research questions. The student is able to critically analyze, evaluate and synthesise new and complex ideas. The graduate is able to participate in basic and applied research in academic departments and universities in the field of philosophy, humanities, and social sciences, as well as to engage in work in mass media, cultural and social institutions. On the basis of his/her knowledge of social sciences and social phenomena, including communication processes, he/she is able to eruditely interpret and popularise the latest knowledge gained through the study of the programme and to communicate it convincingly to the domestic and international public.