Doctoral Studies Access Service

Miguel Angel Pollino – CEO of LegalSpain

What is the Doctoral Studies Access Service?

«The doctoral studies access service is intended for foreign students who have completed official master's studies in their country of origin and wish to obtain a doctorate in Spain.«

Who is the Doctoral Access Service aimed at?

This service is aimed at all students with completed foreign studies who wish to pursue their doctoral studies at a Spanish university.

Minimum requirements to do a PhD in Spain

Having completed a university degree in the country of origin.
Having completed a university master's degree in the country of origin.
That the studies obtained allow access to doctoral studies in the country of origin.

Service features

Study of the person's profile and documentation.
Detailed search for universities in 3 or 5 geographical areas.
Advice on university requirements.
Support in preparing the application.
Processing of the application.
Advice on the homologation or university equivalence of the degree.

Price

The price of the service may vary depending on the needs of each student. As a guide, depending on the starting point of each student, the prices would be:

Profile analysis, program search, and documentation advice – from 300 euro.
PhD Access Package: full service – from 600 euro.
PhD Access Package + University Homologation/Equivalence: complete service with all the requirements of the host university + the processing of university homologation or equivalence – from 1200 euro.

Why hire this service?

Access to doctoral studies in Spain with foreign university studies is a process that is generally unknown. Since it is not necessary to request university homologation or equivalence to access doctoral studies, This option is one of the most interesting for students who want to access the highest level of the academic world.

This process may seem complex due to the wide range of options available and the different requirements of each university. Knowing how to choose a doctorate that fits your profile and your training will be key to later being able to opt for the best job opportunities. For this reason, having the help of an agency specialized in the sector, can make things much easier when making such an important decision.

Furthermore, thanks to this service you can be sure that the documentation being submitted is correct and you will know that your admission process will not suffer any setbacks due to a formal error: something very common in this type of procedure and which can be very frustrating.

Contact us, explain your case, and a specialized agent will analyze your situation and give you a complete guide on what you should do and how we can help you. Trust us to be able to carry out your doctoral studies in Spain safely.

Frequently asked questions for accessing a PhD

Can I access a PhD in Spain without having my foreign university degree recognised? Yes, to access doctoral studies in Spain it is not necessary to request the homologation or university equivalence of your foreign degree. However, you will be required to prove that your studies allow access to a doctorate in your country of origin. Our service includes the necessary advice to ensure that your documentation complies with the requirements established by the Spanish university.
Is it advisable to validate my university degree to access a doctorate in Spain? Although it is not strictly necessary to have your university degree recognised in order to access a PhD in Spain, it is highly recommended to do so. Recognition can facilitate job opportunities outside of academia, as many companies in Spain and other countries often require the equivalence of foreign degrees. In addition, since the recognition process can take time, you can take advantage of the period in which you are doing your PhD to manage this process, ensuring that you expand your professional possibilities in the future.
How do I choose the PhD that best suits my profile and objectives? Choosing the right PhD program is crucial to maximizing your academic and professional opportunities. Our service helps you analyze your profile, previous training, and interests to identify the programs and universities that best fit your goals. Some of the aspects on which we base our advice are: academic reputation, lines of research, and job opportunities associated with the PhD.

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Legal conditions of application

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