English Studies (MA) Program By University of Szeged |Top Universities

Program overview

Main Subject

Linguistics

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The MA programme in English Studies is designed to provide students with interpretive skills, academic research tools, and a critical perspective in the fields of English Studies. Students are introduced to basic theoretical fields, such as the history and theory of literature, theories of language, the social uses of language, gender studies and the multimediality of culture. An overview of academic research tools in the information society and the digital humanities is presented during the course of studies, and students participate in interactive seminars, research practice and thesis writing consultations.
Rigorous coursework develops abilities of understanding the human subject in the linguistic, historical and ideological complexities of society. During the course of the programme, there is a focus on developing skills of academic research, critical thinking, argumentative academic writing, and analytical skills. Graduates of the Faculty usually pursue careers in cultural and public administration, tourism, media and international business. There is also an opportunity to continue studies in PhD programmes.
Specialisation options: (after the comprehensive general courses of the first semester) Applied Linguistics, Interdisciplinary Cultural Studies, or Gender Studies. Level of the programme: Master’s Duration of the programme: 4 semesters Registered in: EU Credits: 120

Program overview

Main Subject

Linguistics

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The MA programme in English Studies is designed to provide students with interpretive skills, academic research tools, and a critical perspective in the fields of English Studies. Students are introduced to basic theoretical fields, such as the history and theory of literature, theories of language, the social uses of language, gender studies and the multimediality of culture. An overview of academic research tools in the information society and the digital humanities is presented during the course of studies, and students participate in interactive seminars, research practice and thesis writing consultations.
Rigorous coursework develops abilities of understanding the human subject in the linguistic, historical and ideological complexities of society. During the course of the programme, there is a focus on developing skills of academic research, critical thinking, argumentative academic writing, and analytical skills. Graduates of the Faculty usually pursue careers in cultural and public administration, tourism, media and international business. There is also an opportunity to continue studies in PhD programmes.
Specialisation options: (after the comprehensive general courses of the first semester) Applied Linguistics, Interdisciplinary Cultural Studies, or Gender Studies. Level of the programme: Master’s Duration of the programme: 4 semesters Registered in: EU Credits: 120

Admission requirements

Undergraduate

TOEFL

110+

Bachelor GPA

3+

IELTS

8+

Application requirements:

a BA diploma, international certificate of advanced command of English (TOEFL Score: min. 110 or, TOEFL ITP Score: min 627, or IELTS Band: min. 8 or, Cambridge Advanced English [CAE]) / other certificate of advanced command of English accepted by the department / written document certifying the completion of a minimum of four semesters of studies, instructed in English, accepted by the department / in exceptional cases, other proof of proficiency equivalent to these accepted by the department.

Program Duration

2 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

1,900 EUR

Tuition Fee (Out of State)

-

International Students

Tuition Fee/year

1,900 EUR

Other Expenses

-

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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.

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Business Administration and Management (BSc)

Tourism and Catering (BSc)

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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].