Getting a doctoral degree at the UB The academic excellence of the UB attracts students from all over the world. Six international PhD students talk about their experience. Getting the doctoral degree at the UB is not only about having a degree but also the chance to conduct a research project in a university that stands out for its excellence in research: among the Spanish institutions, it is top listed in the international rankings. This prestige attracts students and researchers from several countries in different subjects such as anthropology, education, economics or nanotechnology. Some have carried out these processes online, miles away from the university.