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All Rigorosum Proceedings

Metropolitan University Prague implements the Examen Rigorosum proceedings (i.e. a rigorous examination upon the completion of which the candidates receive a “small” doctorate abbreviated as PhDr. that is conferred and recognised in the Czech Republic) in the specialisation of International Relation and European Studies (in both Czech and English) and in the specialisations of Media Studies, and Political Science (in Czech only).

The Final State Rigorosum Examinations comprise the defence of the Rigorosum Thesis and a specialised oral examination. Successful applicants shall be awarded the title of Doctor of Philosophy (abbreviated as “PhDr.”) to be used before the name.

Within one academic year, two deadlines for the submission of applications to Examen Rigorosum Proceedings and two dates of Final State Rigorosum Examination are scheduled.

CONSULTATIONS FOR RIGOROSUM PROCEEDINGS applicants

The departments that implement Rigorosum Proceedings offer consultation for Rigorosum Proceedings applicants on the elaboration of the Rigorosum Thesis proposal and correct submission of the application. In order to arrange a consultation date applicants shall contact the Secretary of the relevant department at the following e-mail address:

Department of International Relations and European Studies: ires@mup.cz

All Rigorosum Proceedings:

Study Programme	Language of Instruction	Title
International Relations and European Studies	English	PhDr.
International Relations and European Studies	Czech	PhDr.
Media Studies	Czech	PhDr.
Political Science	Czech	PhDr.

The EU’s Climate Leadership: Global Solution or Green Imperialism?

On November 7th, 2024, the Metropolitan University Prague hosted a conference titled Global Climate Change Mitigation and the Role of the EU. Held under the prestigious Jean Monnet Chair program. The event gathered over 100 students alongside presenting scholars, researchers, and NGO representatives to critically assess the EU’s role in addressing global climate challenges. Centered around the thought-provoking question of whether the EU’s climate leadership is genuinely global or primarily self-serving, the conference featured two insightful panels each followed by fruitful discussions, and was complemented by a plant-based buffet that underscored the event’s green theme.
The Cultural Cold War in Latin America - Seminar

July 25-26, 2024, Freie Universität Berlin hosted the international seminar exploring the Cultural Cold War in Latin America from global perspectives.

26/11 2024

ASEAN in the 21st Century: From Regional Alliance to Global Stakeholder

Where does the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) currently stand with global challenges related to security, climate and changing geopolitics? Can the European Union take a stronger position in cooperation with ASEAN countries? And how might the US presidential election's outcome play out across the Indo-Pacific?
27/11 2024

Türkiye and Middle Eastern Turmoil

The Centre for Middle Eastern Studies cordially invites you to the roundtable "Türkiye and Middle Eastern Turmoil".
11/12 2024

Day of Open Doors

Metropolitan University Prague invites prospective applicants to participate in the Day of Open Doors.
11/12 2024

The Russian Full-Scale Invasion of Ukraine and the Nuclear Taboo

Center for Security Studies at MUP cordially invites you to attend a public lecture by our PostDoc fellow dr. Jacqueline Dufalla on The Russian Full-Scale Invasion of Ukraine and the Nuclear Taboo.
21/03 2025

10th MUP Gala Ball

Metropolitan University Prague cordially invites you to attend the 10th MUP Gala Ball. It will be held on Friday, 21 March 2025, from 7:30 p.m. in the magnificent premises of the Municipal House at Náměstí Republiky in Prague 1. Once again, the event will have three halls at its disposal: the unique Smetana Hall, the Sladkovský Hall, and the Grégr Hall.