Bishkek State University named after K. Karasaev announces admission to the basic PhD doctoral program in the following scientific and educational programs (specialties):
- Philological Education, Linguistics
Psychology
- Management, Economics
Pedagogy
Main information about the programs:
Form and duration of study: Training in PhD programs is carried out full-time; the standard duration of study is 3 years, and the total workload is 180 ECTS credits.
Final examination: The program concludes with the preparation and public defense of a qualification work — a PhD dissertation, based on the results of which the academic degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Doctor of Philosophy / PhD) is awarded.
The entrance examinations will be conducted in the form of an interview in 2 rounds:
Round 1 — September 9, 2026
Round 2 — October 9, 2026
Document Checklist for PhD Doctoral Programs
- Application addressed to the Rector of BSU, specifying the chosen field of study.
- A brief justification of the preliminary dissertation topic.
- A copy of a language proficiency certificate demonstrating the level of Russian, Kyrgyz, or English (mandatory for foreign citizens).
- List of scientific works (if available).
- 6 photos measuring 3 x 4 cm;
- Personal data sheet and a document confirming employment history (for individuals with work experience).
- Сopy of passport and higher education/Master's diploma (for citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic).
- Translated (into Kyrgyz/Russian) and notarized copy of passport and higher education/Master's diploma (for foreign citizens).
- A certificate from the authorized state body in the field of education and science of the Kyrgyz Republic confirming the level and content of educational documents issued by foreign educational institutions.
- Medical insurance policy (for foreign citizens).
Acceptance of documents will take place from July 13 to October 10, 2026, at the following address: Bishkek, BSU named after K. Karasaev, 307 (admissions committee).