Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting February 2027
- Apply before Nov 2026
- Starting September 2027
- Apply before May 2027
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Debrecen, Hungary
Disciplines
History
Overview
The History and Ethnology programme from University of Debrecen endeavour to support students to extend their research activities, to establish a stable and professional background to the young researchers in order to obtain success in their own research field.
Students will gain knowledge in:
- get knowledge and do research in the area of the Hungarian and world history, social and economy history, history of political ideas and institutions
- get learning and research possibilities in cultural ecology and anthropology, religion history, peoples,
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Ancient history and arts
- Regions and cultures in Middle-Europe
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- English language proficiency (B2 /IELTS 6.5 /oral examination
- Relevant Master degree, one preliminary publication
- Detailed CV
- Detailed transcript of courses taken during graduate studies
- 2 recommendation letters from former professors
- Proposal for a research topic chosen from those offered by the doctoral school, or a new topic with a detailed description
- Valid, filled-in application form
- Certificate of education
- Certificate or proof of citizenship and/or permanent residence
- Short Resume/CV
- Medical Certificate
- Bank receipt about the transfer of the application fee of 150 USD
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
International
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.
Non-residents: 9,170 AUD / year ≈ 6,500 USD / year
EU/EEA
European Economic Area tuition fee is applicable to the students from EU countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland.
EU/EEA Nationals: 9,170 AUD / year ≈ 6,500 USD / year
Living costs
Debrecen, Hungary
580-864 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for History and Ethnology.

