Undergraduate academic requirements
- Completed high school in your country (minimum 11 years of schooling). There are no subject, GPA or grade requirements for Corvinus
Program
Master's
Key facts
- Duration2 years
- ProgramOn campus
- PaceFull-time
- Annual tuition fee6,800EUR
- Start dateSep, Oct, Nov
- University rankingNot ranked
Program overview
What Corvinus University of Budapest says about their program:
Are you interested in diplomacy? Do you envision yourself as a future international business leader? Or maybe you want to work for the betterment of humanity in the United Nations? If so, the MA in International Relations program at Corvinus University in Budapest is the perfect next step for you! Develop the skills and instincts for the analysis of international politics in an exciting world-heritage location where East meets West.
Corvinus University’s MA in International Relations program awaits you with a curriculum renewed to reflect the demands of the current turbulent period of international politics transformed by technology and data. The focus is on giving you the skills to navigate the challenges of beginning a career in the field of International Relations by offering an engaging learning experience in our courses, including a wide range of elective courses, to suit your goals and interests.
Admission requirements
Postgraduate academic requirements
- For MA/MSc/MBA program, you will need to have a full Bachelor’s degree. There are also minimum credit requirements. Typically, you will need to have some previous credits related to your chosen program of study. Check that you are likely to meet the minimum credit requirements before you decide on and apply for a particular program
- For MBA programs, minimum work experience requirements apply. Only work experience after completing a Bachelor’s degree counts, work experience before or during a Bachelor’s degree will not be considered
English proficiency
Undergraduate
- IELTS
6.0
- TOEFL iBT
72
- CAE
B2
- TOEIC
785
- Duolingo
100
Postgraduate
- TOEFL iBT
100
- TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition
100 (min 20 in each component)
- IELTS
7.0
- CPE
C
- CAE
B
English proficiency waivers
Undergraduate
- You are a native English speaker and hold a passport of one of the countries listed by the UK government
- If you have completed high school in one of these countries, you may also be exempt
- If you have an A-level (or international A-level) exam in English language with a minimum grade of B
- If you have an International Baccalaureate in English language, Standard Level 5 or Higher Level 4 or higher
- If you have an advanced level matura exam in English language obtained in Hungary with a minimum grade of 45%
- If you have a GCSE (or IGCSE) exam in English language with a minimum grade of 6 (or B)
- If you completed an internationally recognized international foundation year (e.g. INTO, Study Group, Kaplan, Navitas or Corvinus Preparatory Program)
Postgraduate
- BSc diploma entirely taught in English from an English-speaking country or in a CEMS or EQUIS/AACSB-accredited institution
- English as a mother tongue
- NMAT, GMAT/GMAT FE or GRE General Test score, or a degree from an AACSB, EQUIS- accredited or CEMS-member university with an average grade equivalent to “B” or higher
Documents required
Undergraduate
- Application form
- Application fee
- Academic transcripts
- Diploma of previous studies
- Translations
- Proof of English proficiency
- Copy of passport
- Medical examination template and necessary attachments (for scholarship applicants only)
- Letter of motivation (for scholarship applicants only)
Postgraduate
- Application form
- Application fee
- Academic transcripts
- Diploma of previous studies
- Translations
- Proof of English proficiency
- Copy of passport
- GMAT/GMAT FE, NMAT or GRE General Test certificate (for MA/MSc applicants only)
- Proof of work experience and motivation letter (for MBA applicants only)
- Medical examination template and necessary attachments (for scholarship applicants only)
- Letter of motivation (for scholarship applicants only)
After you have submitted your application with all the necessary documents you will be invited to participate in the entrance exams (if those are required for your chosen program), provided you meet the requirements. During the entrance exam period, you will need to pass a written and/or oral exam (depending on the program you applied to).
Fees and funding
Fee information
- Undergraduate tuition
from €6,000 to €6,600 per year
- Postgraduate tuition
from €6,800 to €10,800 per year
Funding
Stipendium Hungaricum
- Amount
Free tuition for the duration of your studies. 43,700 HUF (c. €120) per month for the duration of your studies (for living costs). University accommodation or an additional 40,000 HUF (c. €110) per month for the duration of your studies (accommodation allowance). Medical insurance.
- Requirements
Nationality. Program applied for. Successful nomination
Diaspora
- Amount
Free tuition for the duration of your studies. 43,700 HUF (c. €120) per month for the duration of your studies (for living costs). University accommodation or an additional 40,000 HUF (c. €110) per month for the duration of your studies (accommodation allowance). Medical insurance.
- Requirements
Nationality (including proving proof of Hungarian ancestry and living a minimum of 10 years outside of Hungary). Program applied for. Successful selection
What is the cost of living near Corvinus University of Budapest?
| Category | Cost (in Hungarian Forint) |
|---|---|
| Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre | Ft 278,710 |
| Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre | Ft 213,682 |
| Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse) | Ft 55,491 |
| Internet (60 Mbps unlimited) | Ft 7,625 |
| Mobile phone plan (data + calls) | Ft 8,234 |
| Monthly public transport pass | Ft 9,000 |
| Monthly grocery basket | Ft 95,000 |
| Coffee shop drink | Ft 1,095 |
| Cinema or cultural event ticket | Ft 3,100 |
| Gym membership | Ft 23,142 |
Indicative monthly costs per person.
Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced) and ppke.hu (University published).
Visa requirements for Corvinus University of Budapest
Many international students will require a visa to study in Hungary, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.