Doktorikandid

Doktorikandid is a Swedish academic title, literally translating to "doctorate candidate." It signifies an individual who has completed all coursework and examinations for a doctoral degree but has not yet defended their dissertation. In essence, they have met all the academic requirements of the doctoral program short of the final oral defense.

The process leading to the doktorikandid status typically involves several years of intensive study, research, and writing. Candidates are usually supervised by a professor and are expected to produce original scholarly work that contributes new knowledge to their field. Once coursework is finished and the dissertation manuscript is deemed ready, the candidate must formally apply to defend their thesis.

Upon successful defense of their dissertation, the doktorikandid becomes a doktor (doctor), which is equivalent to a Ph.D. in many other countries. The term doktorikandid is therefore a transitional status within the Swedish higher education system, indicating significant progress towards a terminal academic degree. It highlights the completion of the structured academic components of doctoral training, leaving only the crucial final step of public presentation and defense.