The doctoral degree is awarded on the basis of a doctoral dissertation, which is defended in a public oral defense. At Aalborg University, the degree is conferred by the academic councils of the faculties.

Any individual who has obtained a Master’s, Magister, or PhD degree is entitled to submit a doctoral dissertation for assessment at Aalborg University. Individuals who do not hold one of these degrees may also submit a dissertation for defense, provided it is approved by a dean at AAU.

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