Applicants must:

1. have higher education, scientific achievements, publications
2. pass qualification exams for the candidate degree (philosophy, foreign language)
3. pass an interview on the theme of research work

Documents required for taking qualification exams:

• Application in the name of Academy’s Rector;
• Diploma on higher education with transcript and notary certified copy;

Documents required for entering graduate study:

• Application (including results of interview with a supposed scientific supervisor and resolution of the department head.) Interview is conducted from February 1 till July 20.
• 2 photos (3х4);
• Autobiography;
• Diploma on higher education with transcript (certified copy);
• Certified copy of work record card (it is to be attested at place of work or study);
• Extract from the resolution of the minutes of Academic Council Meeting with letters of recommendation;
• Certificate on passing qualifying exams (for those who passed or partially passed qualifying examinations);
• Entrance paper.