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Program facts

  • Program type
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    3 years
  • Annual tuition fee
    5,600 EUR

    Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

  • Language taught in
    English
  • Start date
    September

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Program overview

What Corvinus University of Budapest says about their program:
"Represent regional, national and international interests by gaining a deep understanding of the sensitive global problems of society and the political world.


Our International Relations programme will give you a strong platform, from which you can build your knowledge and skills, in order to handle various challenges relating to foreign affairs – laying the foundation of your diplomatic career.


You will gain a high-level of theoretical knowledge and hone your cross-cultural skills, taking a glimpse at the real-life work of diplomats and international organisations."

Admissions requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • To apply for an undergraduate/Bachelor (BA or BSc) degree at Corvinus University of Budapest you will need a completed high school/secondary education
  • For some programs, you will need to demonstrate mathematics proficiency

English proficiency

  • IELTS: 6.0
  • TOEFL iBT: 72
  • CAE: B2
  • TOEIC: 785
  • Duolingo: 100

English proficiency waivers

Undergraduate

  • If you have completed high school in English and have written, official proof from your school that the language of instruction was English for the full duration of your studies
  • Native English speaker defined as per the list of countries recognised by the UK government (Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, the Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, the British overseas territories, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica, Malta, New Zealand, St Kitts and Nevis, St Lucia, St Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, UK, USA)
  • 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, 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 IGCE) exam in English language with a minimum grade of 6 (or B)
  • If you completed an internationally recognized preparatory programme (I.e.; INTO, Study Group, Kaplan, Navitas or the Preparatory Programme of Corvinus University) and the programme management certifies that your English language skill is at least a B2 level

Postgraduate

  • If you have completed a BA or BSc in English and have written, official proof from your school that the language of instruction was English for the full duration of your studies
  • Native English speaker defined as per the list of countries recognised by the UK government (Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, the Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, the British overseas territories, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica, Malta, New Zealand, St Kitts and Nevis, St Lucia, St Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, UK, USA)
  • 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, 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 IGCE) exam in English language with a minimum grade of 6 (or B)
  • If you completed an internationally recognized preparatory programme (I.e.; INTO, Study Group, Kaplan, Navitas or the Preparatory Programme of Corvinus University) and the programme management certifies that your English language skill is at least a B2 level

Documents required

Undergraduate

  • Proof of completing secondary education (the final, legalized certificate, transcripts and translations [if not in English])
  • Minimum B2 knowledge in English, evidenced by a proficiency certificate
  • A valid passport
  • Letter of motivation

    minimum one page

Postgraduate

  • Proof of completing an undergraduate (BA or BSc) degree (the final certificate, transcripts and translations of both [if not in English or Hungarian])*
  • Minimum B2 knowledge in English, evidenced by a proficiency certificate (see below)
  • A valid passport
  • Letter of motivation

    minimum one page

  • Only for MBA applicants

    a document proving your work experience, a CV

Please note: If you are still studying, you can provide your “in-progress” academic transcripts when you make your application. Your final documents can be submitted later.

Entry requirements

  • MBA applicants require a minimum of three years of work experience since graduating from an undergraduate degree
  • MBA applicants who already hold an MA or MSc require just two years of work experience since graduating (from the postgraduate degree)

Fees and funding

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition: from €5,000 to €6,400 per year
  • Postgraduate tuition: from €4,400 to €10,000 per year

Funding

Stipendium Hungaricum Stipendium Hungaricum is the most prestigious higher education scholarship program of the Hungarian Government. Within the program, Corvinus University of Budapest offers a wide range of programs for international students with excellent academic track records. This scholarship covers the full tuition fee and living expenses.

Diaspora Diaspora scholarship holders can receive tuition fees and allowances or dormitory placement upon Tempus Public Foundation‚ approval of the funding.

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.

Hungary student visa requirements