The graduate of the doctoral study program in Integrated Rural Development will be qualified to work in scientific and research institutions as a researcher and/or leader of interdisciplinary research teams and projects at universities. They will possess the ability to apply an integrated approach to addressing issues of sustainable rural development. The graduate will be able to use their knowledge in expert positions in international organizations and agencies (e.g., OECD, UN). They are prepared to activate and lead interdisciplinary teams in the non-profit sector and regional development agencies. The graduate can also work as a senior manager, project designer, advisor, and consultant in public administration and local governments at national and regional levels, in private companies, project organizations, research and development institutions, and rural and environmental development agencies.

PROFILE COURSES

Environmental Aspects of Integrated Rural Development

Economic Aspects of Integrated Rural Development

Social Aspects of Integrated Rural Development

Quality and effectiveness of public administration

Methodics and methodology of research work

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Conditions and Rules of the Admission Procedure for the Doctoral Degree university studies in the study programme Integrated Rural Development of the Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra for the academic year 2025/2026  (.pdf)

CONTACT

Ing. Lívia Stoklasová
International Relations Office
Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra
Tr. A. Hlinku 2, 949 76 Nitra, Slovakia
livia.stoklasova@uniag.sk
+421 37 641 4555