Study location	Hungary, Budapest
Type	Doctoral, full degree studies
Nominal duration	8 semesters (4 years) (240 ECTS)
Study language	English
Awards	PhD
Course code	Natural Science

Entry qualification	Master diploma (or higher) The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. You must take the original entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university.

Language requirements

English An internationally accredited language examination is required with at least a B2 CEFR level or equivalent result. Examples of minimum level accepted: TOEFL iBT 72 pts IELTS 5.5 Alternatively, an official certificate issued by the applicant’s previous higher education institution can be accepted, stating that the applicant’s previous education (Bachelor’s degree) was completed entirely in English.

Other requirements	A motivation letter must be added to your application. Témavezetői nyilatkozat szükséges. A statement by the supervisor must be uploaded.

More information	elte.hu/..l-of-environmental-sciences.c.30

Overview

Program description:
The aim of the program is to provide Ph.D. degree in one of the main directions of the Doctoral School of Environmental Science: environmental biology, environmental chemistry, physics or geosciences. Emphasis is on the application of the given discipline in complex research projects, such as water quality changes and management, risk analysis and mitigation in various human and natural environments, renewable energy research, etc. The program offers training in up-to-date experimental methods and field exercises besides a solid theoretical background education.

Type of entrance exam:
oral

Entrance exam location:
online

Entrance exam description:
The basic objective of oral interviews of candidates in English communication skills, knowledge and professional background check. Interviews will take place if the application materials for the professional screening of the candidates’ education, learning outcomes and planned research projects seem appropriate, fit the profile of the school.,

Contact:
Mr Péter Molnár
international coordinator
sh@ttk.elte.hu

Preparatory year available:
No

Specialisation year available:
No

Link:
ttk.elte.hu/kornyphd

APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO FIND A SUPERVISOR IN THE DOCTORAL SCHOOL
The available research topics of the Doctoral School can be found on the website of the Hungarian Doctoral Council here: doktori.hu/index.php?menuid=116&lang=EN by searching for the Doctoral School and topics that are “just announced”. Research topics are usually published in December-January. Applicants have to contact the potential supervisor and come to an agreement with them. Applicants without a supervisor will be rejected.