59 Social Science Degree Programs in Hungary

The Doctoral School of Military Sciences has a wide spectrum of research fields: Security Studies, Social Aspects of Defence Studies, General Military Theory, Theories of Military Science, Defence Logistics and Defence Economics, National Security and Theory of Defence Information Technology and Communication.

The major in Political Science and International Studies is designed to provide an understanding of political systems in general and of the American government, European affairs, and international relations in particular.

By offering in-depth knowledge of the economies, nation-building processes, political traditions, foreign and security policies, legal systems, and technological innovations of China, Japan, and South Korea, our one-year English-language MA programme (60 ECTS) prepares students to navigate a future world where East Asia is a crucial player. Students will also develop their diplomatic and negotiation skills, along with the ability to communicate effectively in political decision-making contexts.

International Studies Center University of Pécs Medical School offers a complex and integrated preparatory program in Preparatory Courses in English for Social Work English for Social Work that meets the language development needs of international students and facilitate their integration into the context of higher education in Hungary.

BA in Social Work graduates is aware of the complexity and dynamics of social systems and human behavior. They are committed to the values and ethics of Social Work and act according to the principles of social justice. Social workers promote the development of democratic social relations and social integration.

Our MA in Social Policy programme aims to train social policy practitioners who, based on their theoretical and methodological knowledge, can participate in policymaking in the field of social policy, manage and contribute to the operation of the care system, represent social interests, and theorize, research, and teach social and social policy.

The aim of the program in MA in Social Policy is to train social policy professionals who, with their acquired theoretical and methodological knowledge, are able to participate in the formulation of policies in the field of societal and social policy, contribute to the operation of the service system, to represent social interests and to theoretical research, research and development of social and social policy education. They are ready to continue their studies in doctoral programs.

The study program in MA in Social Work is designed to train Social Workers who are competent in Social Work practice and are prepared to introduce professional innovations while protecting human rights and representing the values of social justice. As professionals, they utilize their extensive knowledge and specific competencies on human behavior and on social systems; thereby serving purposes of social integration, strengthening democratic relations, and promoting human development. They are able to elaborate on social issues and conduct research to work out professional alternatives; design, manage and evaluate social services; and represent the profession in a variety of public spheres. Professional requirements are in accordance with international scientific results and professional expectations. Students are prepared to continue their studies to obtain a Ph.D. degree.

There is BEd Training Kindergarten Teachers for German for Ethnic Minorities special emphasis on pedagogy of bilingualism, German nationality studies, German literature, children's literature, literature of German nationalities living in Hungary, German civilization and culture.

This one-year (two-semester), English-language MA programme offers an interdisciplinary introduction to contemporary Europe in the context of global transformation. It examines the key political, institutional, and policy dimensions of European integration while situating them within broader global, societal, and environmental developments shaping Europe today.

Training is based on grammar, language development and methodology for BEd Training Elemantary School Teachers for German Ethnic Minorities in elementary school teachers. There is a special emphasis on pedagogy of bilingualism, German nationality studies, German literature, children's literature, literature of German nationalities living in Hungary, German civilization and culture.

The goal of this program is to provide students with knowledge about the multifaceted nature of intercultural issues, multi/interculturalism, and social integration by means of a multidisciplinary approach, which includes psychology, education, sociology, and anthropology. The program is both theory-based and practice-oriented. Courses are based on the latest research in relevant fields, and students are given opportunities to test and apply their theoretical knowledge in practical situations. Approximately half of the program consists of training, seminars, and field work.

The structure of the PhD in Interdisciplinary Medical Sciences of the Medical Faculty is similar to those of most European and American universities. The doctoral (PhD) degree, as the highest qualification attainable at university, is confer- red by the University of Pécs on those who have given evidence of having acquired sufficient practical skills and theoretical knowledge to conduct scientific research independently.

International Studies Center University of Pécs Medical School offers a complex and integrated Preparatory Courses in English for International Relations that meets the language development needs of international students and facilitate their integration into the context of higher education in Hungary. International programs at Hungarian universities minimally require B2 (upper-intermediate) language level and you have to be knowledgeable in your chosen field of studies for admission.

The goal of the program in MA in International Relations is not only to train highly qualified experts with broad education in the social sciences, but also to train critical citizens who can understand global policies, uncover political manipulations and can interprete processes in an objective way, considering multiple perspectives.

International Studies Center University of Pécs Medical School offers a complex and integrated preparatory program in English for English and American Studies that meets the language development needs of international students and facilitate their integration into the context of higher education in Hungary. International programs at Hungarian universities minimally require B2 (upper-intermediate) language level and you have to be knowledgeable in your chosen field of studies for admission.

Students with a BA in humanities or social sciences and C1-level English can apply to the two- or four-semester English and American Studies programme at the University of Pannonia. The programme provides in-depth training in language, literature (British, American, postcolonial), linguistics (theoretical, applied, computational), and the society and culture of English-speaking countries.