Key information Duration Full-time 48 months 8 semesters Start dates & application deadlines Starting February 2027 — Application deadline not
specified. Starting September 2027 — Apply before Jun 2027 Language English TOEFL iBT: 72 IELTS: 5.5 Credits 240 ECTS Delivered On Campus Campus Location Szeged, Hungary Disciplines Environmental Sciences Overview What you will study Due to the interdisciplinary aspects of environmental science, PhD students of the Environmental Sciences program from University of Szeged have to choose at least one basic course that is not related to their own research topic and a minimum of four courses related to the research topic of the PhD student. Rigorous coursework develops abilities concerning environmental sciences and specific knowledge in the research fields related to the research programme of the Doctoral School. Sample research areas: Biotechnology as green chemistry, Population and conservation genetics of arthropods, Photoacoustic spectroscopic gas detection, Evaluation of environmental changes by geographical methods, The role of sulphur in petroleum formation and in coalification processes, Adsorption and photocatalytic decomposition of hydrocarbons derivatives. For more research topics please consult the programme website. Programme Structure The program focuses on: Environmental Biochemistry and Biotechnology Conservation Ecology Environmental Physics Environmental Geography Environmental Geology Environmental Chemistry and Analytics Environmental Chemical Technology and Material Science Environmental Engineering Admission requirements Academic requirements We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme. English requirements TOEFL iBT: 72 IELTS: 5.5 Other requirements General requirements Fully completed online application form with the necessary documents attached; MSc degree and good university marks in the field of any environmental sciences including chemistry, biology, geography, physics and environmental engineering. Certificates of language proficiency in English: at least intermediate level certified by internationally accredited language examination (TELC B2, ECL B2, TOEFL iBT test score of at least 72, or RPDT – 72; Cambridge First Certificate at least "B"; IELTS score of at least 5.5) Fees and funding Tuition Fees International tuition fees apply to students who are not citizens or permanent residents of the study country. In some regions, like the EU/EEA, or under certain agreements, students from partner countries may also pay domestic fees. 16,182 AUD / year ≈ 10,000 EUR / year Living costs Szeged, Hungary: 562-823 AUD / month The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.


