Name of faculty:

Apáczai Csere János Faculty of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences

Type and name of qualification:

International Relations Expert (BA)

Duration of studies:

6 semesters – full time programme

Intake:

September

Programme Introduction 

The undergraduate programme in International Relations is for individuals who are sensitive to global problems, open to other cultures, and are prepared to handle a broad range of evidence and analyse complex issues. They are also able to understand and interpret complexity, as well as present arguments in a clear, concise and effective manner in English. The programme is designed to enhance global perspectives and to learn how the world works. It also provides students with the knowledge of how to employ up-to-date theories, methods, and approaches. A multidisciplinary and flexible programme which combines a wide range of courses in international relations, history, economics, political science, foreign languages, sociology and regional studies, among other disciplines. The programme trains the students to be well informed about generally accepted tendencies, characteristics and data on universal political, economic and cultural phenomena. They will thus have deeper insights into and understanding of relations of various nations and cultures.

Specialization:

None

Structure of studies

The total number of credits needed to complete the programme is 180 credits. The courses of the programme are divided into three categories: compulsory courses (156 credits), thesis (10 credits) and elective courses (14 credits). 1 credit equals one ECTS credit, and 1 credit is defined as 25 student working hours.

Language requirements

English as a primary language of instruction: automatic acceptance. Otherwise, one of the following indications of English-language proficiency: (a) TOEFL IBT test score of 66, or PBT score 513, (b) Cambridge First Certificate "B", (c) IELTS score of 5.5(d) any official certificate equal to the above mentioned

Academic requirements

Copy of secondary/high school graduation results, record of courses studied, English CV, motivation letter

Tuition fee

1,700 EUR/semester

Application fee

100 EUR/ application