History (PhD) Program By University of Szeged |Top Universities

Program overview

Main Subject

History

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

About the programme

The Doctoral School is built on four different programmes: Ancient History, Medieval Studies, Modern History, and Comparative and Contemporary History. The programmes focus on the history of the Roman Empire and ancient India, the history of Hungary in the pre-medieval era and the Middle Ages, the history and archaeology of the Eurasian Steppe, early-modern Hungarian history, Habsburg and Ottoman relations, the history of the Mediterranean world, and contemporary social and political history. Research areas cover cultural studies, paleography of scripts in several languages, history of popular culture, history of ideas, history of political thought, and historiography. Many of our graduates have attained fellowships at various universities, research centres and in departments of different universities; others hold highly valued positions in government offices and public education.

Language of the program: English, German, French, Turkish Level of the programme: PhD Duration of the programme: 4+4 semesters Registered in: EU Credits: 240

Program overview

Main Subject

History

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

About the programme

The Doctoral School is built on four different programmes: Ancient History, Medieval Studies, Modern History, and Comparative and Contemporary History. The programmes focus on the history of the Roman Empire and ancient India, the history of Hungary in the pre-medieval era and the Middle Ages, the history and archaeology of the Eurasian Steppe, early-modern Hungarian history, Habsburg and Ottoman relations, the history of the Mediterranean world, and contemporary social and political history. Research areas cover cultural studies, paleography of scripts in several languages, history of popular culture, history of ideas, history of political thought, and historiography. Many of our graduates have attained fellowships at various universities, research centres and in departments of different universities; others hold highly valued positions in government offices and public education.

Language of the program: English, German, French, Turkish Level of the programme: PhD Duration of the programme: 4+4 semesters Registered in: EU Credits: 240

Admission requirements

Undergraduate

IELTS

5.5+

Bachelor GPA

3+

Who should apply?

We expect applicants to be interested in the modern approaches of the research of history. We recommend our programmes to students who have proficiency in classical and modern languages and have thorough knowledge in intercultural relations.

Application requirements: MA degree, a demonstrated proficiency in English or German, French, Turkish (B2 at least upper intermediate or equivalent), a letter of motivation, research plan, and/or other languages as required by the specific subprogramme and an individual interview online.

Program Duration

4 Years

Starting Month(s)

Sep

Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance

Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

Domestic Students

Tuition Fee/year

3,500 EUR

Tuition Fee (Out of State)

-

International Students

Tuition Fee/year

3,500 EUR

Other Expenses

-

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More programs from the university

There are 11 Bachelors’ programs offered, as well as three undivided programs for high school students intending to study Medicine, Dentistry or Pharmacy. See the subjects covered on the website.

The application process varies by program, but there are some general requirements all undergraduate hopefuls need to follow:

Submission of an online application form
Paying application and entrance exam fees
Upload academic documents to demonstrate your knowledge and language proficiency
An entrance examination in person or online may also be required

The average tuition fee for undergraduates is €2,500, but humanities programs cost €1,500 on average and health program tuition is around €3,100 on average.

International students who wish to apply for an undergraduate program will do so via the online application platform.

Applicants should check the university’s website to find the best course for them. Each description has its specific paragraph about the application process. Applicants are required to fill in the online application form, upload the necessary documents and take an entrance exam in person or online.

For further information on the programmes, application procedures and deadlines, do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected].

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Faculty of Economics and Business Administration (5)

Business Administration and Management (BSc)

Tourism and Catering (BSc)

Faculty of Health Sciences and Social Studies (5)

Nurse (BSc)

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French Studies (in French) (BA)

German Studies (in German) (BA)

Italian Studies (in Italian) (BA)

Spanish Studies (in Spanish) (BA)

There are 25 Master’s programs available at the University of Szeged.

The application process varies depending on the program; however, there are certain general requirements all applicants need to follow. These include:

General requirements: submission of an online application form
Pay the application and entrance exam fees
Upload academic documents to demonstrate your knowledge and language proficiency
An entrance examination in person or online may also be required

The average tuition fees at postgraduate level is €2,5000, but some programs may cost €1,900 (legal studies) or €8,000 for medicine programs.

For further information on the programmes, application procedures and deadlines, do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected].