Study location	Hungary, Gödöllő
Type	Doctoral, full-time
Nominal duration	8 semesters (240 ECTS)
Study language	English
Awards	PhD (Natural Science)
Course code	Natural Science

Tuition fee	€6,000 per semesterConvert
Application fee	€100 one-timeConvert

Entry qualification

Master degree diploma (or higher) MSc degree in related fields (Life sciences) The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. You must take the original entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university.

Language requirements

English Accepted proof of proficiency: FCE or CAE, IELTS 6+ or TOEFL 79+ ​​​​Certificate of secondary education accomplished in English may also be taken into account. Bachelor’s degrees from English-speaking countries are also acceptable. Applicants need to present an official (duly signed and stamped) justification that the medium of instruction for the applicant’s entire study programme was English.

Other requirements

At least 1 reference(s) must be provided. place holder text A motivation letter must be added to your application. Master diploma and transcript of records Research Plan Proof of English knowledge letter of motivation outlining your reasons for choosing the course medical certificate (issued not earlier than 1 January 2025!) CV A Statement of the Supervisor is required declaring that the supervisor undertakes to supervise the student’s work within the frame of the doctoral programme. Specific requirements for Non-EU applicants: Proof of accommodation Student visa

More information	phd.uni-mate.hu/..al-sciences/introduction

Overview

Program description:
The aim of the Biological Sciences PhD School is to lead, organize and supervise scientific training (including education and research) and provide the basis for getting PhD degree and habilitation in different fields of basic and applied biological researches, from molecular to supra-individual level of organisms (micro-organisms, plants, animals and ecosystems). Our mission is to train qualified, top tutors and researchers for the future, as well as professionals who can meet the future economical and social requirements in the field of basic and applied biology. The prominent ways of our researches are biotechnology, genetics and ecology together with the effects of global climate changes, and the various fields of applied biology in relation to the agricultural development, with the connections of environmental protection and conservation.

Entry requirements:
MSc degree in related fields (Life sciences), min. B2 level of English

Entrance exam:
Yes

Type of entrance exam:
oral

Entrance exam location:
Electronic

Entrance exam description:
For the assessment, it is fundamental to have an MSc degree in related fields. The contents of the motivation letter and the accessibility of the proposed research topic will be considered. The uploaded documents (preliminary studies, language certificates, scientific activities, publications and research plan) will be analyzed and there will be a Skype interview with the selected ones.

Contact:
Dr. János Balogh
Professor
balogh.janos@uni-mate.hu

Preparatory year available:
No

Specialisation year available:
No

Link:
studyinhungary.hu/institution/szent-istvan-university-98.html

Programme structure

2 x 2 semesters = 240 credits

Curriculum
phd.uni-mate.hu/doctoral-schools/biological-sciences/curriculum