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Environmental Sciences (PhD)
Rector's Department, University of Szeged, Szeged, Hungary
48 monthsProgram duration
5,000 EURTuition Fee/year
YesScholarships
Environmental SciencesMain Subject Area
Program overview
Main Subject
Environmental Sciences
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
Environmental education at the University of Szeged has been internationally acknowledged for decades. The doctoral school carries out activities concerning the environmental aspects of the fields of chemistry, biology, physics, and geography, among others. Due to the interdisciplinary aspects of environmental science, PhD students of the programme have to choose at least one basic course that is not related to their own research topic and a minimum of four courses related to the research topic of the PhD student. Rigorous coursework develops abilities concerning environmental sciences and specific knowledge in the research fields related to the research programme of the Doctoral School.
The major fields are: Environmental Biochemistry and Biotechnology, Conservation Ecology, Environmental Physics, Environmental Geography, Environmental Geology, Environmental Chemistry and Analytics, Environmental Chemical Technology and Material Science, Environmental Engineering.
Sample research areas: Biotechnology as green chemistry, Population and conservation genetics of arthropods, Photoacoustic spectroscopic gas detection, Evaluation of environmental changes by geographical methods, The role of sulphur in petroleum formation and in coalification processes, Adsorption and photocatalytic decomposition of hydrocarbons derivatives. For more research topics please consult the programme website.
Level of the programme: PhD Duration of the programme: 4+4 semesters Registered in: EU Credits: 240
Program overview
Main Subject
Environmental Sciences
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
Environmental education at the University of Szeged has been internationally acknowledged for decades. The doctoral school carries out activities concerning the environmental aspects of the fields of chemistry, biology, physics, and geography, among others. Due to the interdisciplinary aspects of environmental science, PhD students of the programme have to choose at least one basic course that is not related to their own research topic and a minimum of four courses related to the research topic of the PhD student. Rigorous coursework develops abilities concerning environmental sciences and specific knowledge in the research fields related to the research programme of the Doctoral School.
The major fields are: Environmental Biochemistry and Biotechnology, Conservation Ecology, Environmental Physics, Environmental Geography, Environmental Geology, Environmental Chemistry and Analytics, Environmental Chemical Technology and Material Science, Environmental Engineering.
Sample research areas: Biotechnology as green chemistry, Population and conservation genetics of arthropods, Photoacoustic spectroscopic gas detection, Evaluation of environmental changes by geographical methods, The role of sulphur in petroleum formation and in coalification processes, Adsorption and photocatalytic decomposition of hydrocarbons derivatives. For more research topics please consult the programme website.
Level of the programme: PhD Duration of the programme: 4+4 semesters Registered in: EU Credits: 240
Admission requirements
Exam Scores
Important Dates
Application
Undergraduate
Application requirements: fully completed online application form with the necessary documents attached; MSc degree and good university marks in the field of any environmental sciences including chemistry, biology, geography, physics and environmental engineering. Certificates of language proficiency in English: at least intermediate level certified by internationally accredited language examination (TELC B2, ECL B2, TOEFL iBT test score of at least 72, or RPDT – 72; Cambridge First Certificate at least “B”; IELTS score of at least 5.5) and a recent medical certificate of satisfactory general health status (not older than 1 month). Specific expectations: students having previous scientific work in these fields. We expect students to be interested in one of the themes of the supervisors (members of the Doctoral School of Environmental Sciences) published on the webpage of the Doctoral School. Applicants should contact the relevant professor of the Doctoral School and agree on the given research theme.
Please choose a topic proposal and contact the doctoral school and the supervisor before submitting your application.
Exemption from English language exam certificate: During the application to the programmes of the Faculty of Science and Informatics those applicants are not required to provide the English language exam certificates who are natives of one of the following countries and can officially demonstrate that their academic studies have been conducted in English. For the list of countries click here.
Tuition fee and scholarships
Tuition Fee
Scholarships
Domestic Students
International Students
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There are 11 Bachelors’ programs offered, as well as three undivided programs for high school students intending to study Medicine, Dentistry or Pharmacy. See the subjects covered on the website.
The application process varies by program, but there are some general requirements all undergraduate hopefuls need to follow:
The average tuition fee for undergraduates is €2,500, but humanities programs cost €1,500 on average and health program tuition is around €3,100 on average.
International students who wish to apply for an undergraduate program will do so via the online application platform.
Applicants should check the university’s website to find the best course for them. Each description has its specific paragraph about the application process. Applicants are required to fill in the online application form, upload the necessary documents and take an entrance exam in person or online.
For further information on the programmes, application procedures and deadlines, do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected].
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English and American Studies (BA)
Music and Performing Arts (BA)
Faculty of Agriculture (5)
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Faculty of Economics and Business Administration (5)
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There are 25 Master’s programs available at the University of Szeged.
The application process varies depending on the program; however, there are certain general requirements all applicants need to follow. These include:
The average tuition fees at postgraduate level is €2,5000, but some programs may cost €1,900 (legal studies) or €8,000 for medicine programs.
For further information on the programmes, application procedures and deadlines, do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected].
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