The learning approach to doctoral students' education at the Faculty of Environmental Engineering, CUT

By analysing the programme of PhD studies, the author describes the learning approach toward PhD students' education. The Faculty of Environmental Engineering at Cracow University of Technology (CUT) in Kraków, Poland, runs a four-year PhD programme that prepares students to obtain their PhD degree in technical sciences in the discipline of environmental engineering. Studies are conducted on the basis of the doctoral curriculum established by the Faculty Board. The framework of studies and recruitment procedures are defined in the regulations. The head of the doctoral programme establishes the courses, detailed scope of research and other responsibilities of PhD students in line with the recommendation of a supervisor. This article describes the PhD students' education adopted at the Faculty of Environmental Engineering at CUT. Recruitment procedures are described in the first part. In the second part of this article, the author presents a comprehensive overview of the PhD education, including the framework of studies, the curriculum and international cooperation. In the third part, a presentation concerning the forms of financial support and scholarships for PhD students is given.