General information
The PhD education programme is primarily comprised of active research work under supervision. The PhD education programme includes:

• completion of an independent piece of research (PhD project) in active cooperation with other researchers
• writing a PhD thesis based on the PhD project
• approved organized academic training, ( cf. § 7.3 )(pdf)
• participation in active research groups in Norway and internationally
• scientific and academic dissemination, including the publication of the PhD project work

Each doctoral candidate's study is typically financed by a research fellowship. Typically, doctoral studies at NTNU are coordinated by a specific department. The department with which you wish to study can provide you with general information, information about available positions, as well as help you find the right supervisor within a particular field of study as well.

Application and admission
Applications for admission must be made on the application form. A "PhD plan" , including a project description, is to be completed in cooperation with one's main supervisor and must specify which issues are being considered, the scientific approach, theory, and method.

The application for admission must include a PhD plan with: (1) a plan for organized academic training; (2) a project description; (3) a proposed supervisor(s); (4) a work schedule; (5) a funding plan; (6) an estimate of required scientific and material resources; (7) a scientific dissemination plan; (8) a plan for meeting residency requirements; (9) an explanation of how the applicant can participate with active research groups in Norway and internationally.

For additional requirements and more comprehensive information please see "Regulations concerning the Philosophiae doctor degree (PhD) at NTNU." (pdf)