Other than the PhD, another third-cycle title is the "Diploma di Specializzazione", gained after a two-year (Law, "Diploma di Specializzazione in Professioni legali") or a three-to-six year (Medicine, depending on the particular field) course of study and research. To enrol for a "Diploma di Specializzazione", a Laurea magistrale (in Law or Medicine, respectively) is required. The "Diploma di Specializzazione in Professioni legali" is required to apply for appointment as a judge, whereas the "Specializzazione" in a specific medical field is required to be recognized as a Specialist Medical Doctor.