Key information
Duration
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting September 2027
- Apply before May 2027
Language
English
TOEFL iBT: 72 or IELTS: 5.5
Credits
240 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Disciplines
Biology
Overview
The main topics of the Biology programme offered by Eötvös Loránd University include theoretical and evolutionary biology, ethology, ecology, and conservation biology, molecular neurobiology, physiology, human biology, immunology, experimental plant science, cell biology, microbiology, molecular genetics and cell biology, structural biochemistry, taxonomy. The selection of courses covers both theoretical background and lab or field skills and experience.
The training emphasizes practical skills: the majority of credits are earned with supervised research work under personal tutoring by leading researchers. Students are involved in collaborative research taking advantage of the collaboration networks within the institute and with international partner institutions. The aim of the training is to fully prepare students for a successful career in the life sciences: either in basic research or in the industry. Visit the programme website for more information.
Career opportunities
Biology is the science of the 21st century. Students finishing our doctoral program in biology will have the necessary skills to apply for jobs around the globe. While many of our former students obtain postdoctoral positions throughout the world, a large portion of them gets tenure or tenure track positions at universities or research institutes. Some of our graduates pursue their research career in the non-academic environment of large international research institutions, tied to high-tech development or to the economic or financial world.
Job examples
- Biologist
- Biochemist
- Geneticist
- Neurobiologist
- Ecologist
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Ecology and Evolution
- Immunology
- Experimental Plant Biology
- Genetics
- Molecular Cell and Neurobiology
- Structural Biochemistry
Check out the full curriculum
Visit programme website
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 or IELTS: 5.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- A Master’s degree in Biology or a related field is a requirement.
- Minimum level of language proficiency (oral) (A1-C2): C1
- Minimum level of language proficiency (written) (A1-C2): C1
- Online application form
- Bachelor-level degree
- Master-level degree
- Transcript of records
- CV
- Motivation letter
- Research plan
- 2 letters of recommendation
- Copy of the main pages of the passport
- Passport photo
- Medical certificate
- Certificate of clean criminal records
- Copy of application fee transfer
- Reference work
- Language certificate
- Entrance exam fee
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: 4,830 AUD / year (≈ 3,000 EUR / year)
- EU/EEA: 2,660 AUD / year (≈ 1,652 EUR / year)
Additional Details
- EU/EEA - If the research is performed at the Faculty: HUF 1,000,000; if the research is performed outside of the Faculty: HUF 300,000
- Non-EU/EEA - If the research is performed at the Faculty: 4000 EUR; if the research is performed outside of the Faculty: 1500 EUR
Living costs
Budapest, Hungary
763-1,188 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
