Sociology

English Language Requirements

• Duolingo English Test: minimum score 100
• IELTS: minimum score 6.0

Overview

The Sociology programme at the Corvinus University of Budapest prepares its students for the international labor market. In order to develop the careers of our students, the organized doctoral training is conducted in English.

Key facts

The training programme is full-time and lasts eight semesters. In addition to the continuous research work, course work must also be carried out in the first two years. The first two academic years end with the comprehensive exam focusing on the defence of the research plan. In the second phase of the training – also four semesters – students work exclusively on their research and dissertation. The dissertation must be submitted for defense within three years after passing the comprehensive exam. The language of the dissertation must be English.

Programme Structure

Research Topics

• Applicants may propose a research topic that aligns with those listed for our doctoral school, where available topics are continuously being updated, or choose any sociology-related topic of their interest.
• Our department maintains an extensive network of highly qualified professionals who are available as supervisors across diverse research areas.
• If a doctoral student’s project requires external supervision, we actively seek the most suitable expert and have a strong track record of successfully securing external supervisors when needed.

Admission requirements

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

• Duolingo English Test: minimum score 100
• IELTS: minimum score 6.0

Other requirements

General requirements

• A degree from a university or equivalent accredited Master’s programme (MA or MSc) (Part-time MBA degrees are not accepted).
• A minimum level of B2 in English is required to complete the training. Please upload copies of language examinations, if available, as proof of language proficiency on the application page.
• You can apply even if you have no prior studies in the relevant discipline (but otherwise meet all the admission requirements). You can start your studies on condition that you take the designated catch-up courses and pass an exam in the first semester of your PhD studies.
• Preference will be given to applicants who have won an OTDK (National Scientific Students’ Associations Conference) award. Proven research ability (OTD, scientific publications) is also an advantage.

Fees and funding

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International

Non-residents: 12,954 AUD / year (≈ 8,000 EUR / year)

EU/EEA

EU/EEA Nationals: 6,409 AUD / year (≈ 3,958 EUR / year)

Additional Details

Hungarian citizens and foreigners (EU and EEA): HUF 800,000/semester

Living costs

Budapest, Hungary: 765-1,190 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.