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Doctoral studies
The general goal of research is to gain knowledge so we may better understand the world we live in and if possible change it for the better.
The following inspirational summary of the general goals of research is given in the report God sed i forskningen, SOU 1999:4, [Good practice in research].
To the report Good practice in research, SOU 1999:4. Only in Swedish (new window) »
Doctoral studies are one element in the development of knowledge and may perhaps be summarized in the words 'new knowledge' and 'disciplinary and academic training'. Their aim is to produce capable new researchers, whether they will be working in the higher education system or outside it.
Last updated: 2012-02-16
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