NATIONAL DEFENSE UNIVERSITYWhat are the requirements for applicants to the specialised master’s programme at the operational-tactical level of command?
Applicants must hold a higher education degree and have served at least 2 years as deputy battalion commander or in an equivalent or higher position.
Can a deputy brigade commander apply to the specialised master’s programme at the strategic and operational-strategic levels?
No. Applicants must hold postgraduate education and have served at least 2 years as brigade (base) commander, formation commander, deputy commander of a regional command (service branch), head of a department of the Ministry of Defense or the General Staff, head of a directorate of a service branch or main directorate of the Armed Forces, or in an equivalent or higher position.
Are there specific requirements for doctoral applicants?
Doctoral applicants must hold postgraduate education and have at least 3 scientific publications or 2 textbooks.
Is study leave granted to military personnel for admission to the University?
Yes. Study leave for preparing for and taking the entrance examinations is granted no later than 20 July of the admission year.
When must applicants arrive at the University?
Applicants must arrive no later than 31 July of the admission year.
Are additional classes or consultations held for applicants?
Yes. From 25 to 31 July of the admission year, consultations on the entrance examinations are organised, and applicants may study independently in University classrooms.
How does admission work?
Admission proceeds in stages: I — professional and psychological testing; II — physical fitness assessment (except doctoral applicants); III — entrance examinations; IV — competitive selection and enrolment.
In what form are the entrance examinations held?
The first entrance examination is a test; the second is oral and written.
On what principle are applicants enrolled?
Applicants are enrolled in order of their specialty ranking, from first place down to the number of places allocated to the specialty in the admission plan, taking into account the distribution of places between agencies.
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