A new type of PhD programs will be implemented at Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University (TSU) in 2017. “From the beginning of 2017, we will launch a new type of structured doctoral school. It will be implemented with the support of the Volkswagen Foundation. The world’s top universities will be involved in the program,” Rector of TSU, Giorgi Sharvashidze said.
He also noted that new PhD programs will be implemented in the fields of mathematics, digital humanities and educational management in partnership with the Universities of Göttingen, Frankfurt and Munich. A new PhD program in theoretical physics is also under development.
There are also some novelties in terms of BA and MA degree programs. The Rector noted that the work is underway with the leading universities of France and Germany over implementation of joint MA and BA programs in tourism, European studies and economics.
