The third level of higher education (doctoral program) in this field offers individualized instruction and research work on current scientific and applied problems in the field of standardization. Dissertation topics are based on real-world problems arising from the specific needs of the business community. In this way, doctoral students develop practical solutions that directly help Bulgarian industry remain competitive in the free European market.
 

Since the program is a third-cycle degree program, applicants must hold a master’s degree. The program is suitable for professionals with an interest in European technical legislation and the development of innovative solutions in standardization.

The program is conducted according to an individualized curriculum that covers key topics in standardization and specialized topics directly related to the doctoral student’s research work. During their studies, doctoral students: