Doctoral School of Sociology: PhD Program in Sociology, PhD Program in International Studies, and PhD Program in Interdisciplinary Social Research


Title

Doctoral School of Sociology: PhD Program in Sociology, PhD Program in International Studies, and PhD Program in Interdisciplinary Social Research

Degree

Doctor of Philosopy (Ph.D.) in the field of Sociology

Type

Degree program

Level

Doctoral

Accreditation number

MAB 2017/6/IX/33/2/1101

Language

English

Duration

8 semesters (4 years)

ECTS credits

240

Minimum number of students

3

Maximum number of students

20

Short description

The aim of this programme is to ensure the existence of a new generation of scholars dedicated to the social sciences, and especially sociology, and to prepare them thoroughly for the acquisition of the doctoral degree and for independent academic research and teaching at the postgraduate academic level. The doctoral school offers three programmes: Sociology, International Studies, and Interdisciplinary Social Research. The programmes follow international educational standards in the social sciences and have produced graduates who work as highly qualified research experts, university teachers, and training specialists in both theoretical and practical approaches to the various fields of social policy practice at a high level that is also recognized internationally.

This programme is recommended for applicants who are interested inpursuing a career as, for example a university professor, social researcher, scientific expert, political analyst, political expert, social policy analyst, media expert, or international policy expert (see the Career section below for more details on further employment opportunities). The Doctoral School welcomes all students, lecturers and research topics, and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnic or cultural background, political views, disability, gender identity, self-expression or sexual orientation.

This programme enables students to observe and examine social phenomena and their interrelationships in their cultural and historical contexts, in their economic and social embeddedness, and in the diversity of their possible methodological approaches. Students must demonstrate their ability to conduct individual research leading to innovative solutions, to present their findings internationally according to the standards of scientific communication and to apply their results for the benefit of society.

Tracks/Specializations

  • Sociology
  • International Studies
  • Interdisciplinary Social Research

 

 

Strength of program
  • Compatibility with international social science doctoral programs
  • Interoperability with other programs and educational levels
  • Research-oriented education and training
  • Interdisciplinarity
  • Combining quantitative and qualitative methods
  • Intensive personal professional care with students
  • International relations and opportunities for shorter study abroad

Post Graduate (PhD) Program of Sociology

Discipline: Social Sciences

Structure - Sociology

Structure - Interdisciplinary social research

Post Graduate (PhD) Program of Sociology

Discipline: International Studies

Structure - International Studies

Career opportunities

The program aims to provide this in accordance with the international standards of education in the social sciences, meeting both formal and content requirements; and to produce highly qualified research experts and university teachers in the future, as well as training specialists (of both theoretical and practical) in the various fields of social policy practice at a high level, recognized internationally.

 

 

Job examples
  • University professor
  • Social researcher
  • Scientific experts
  • Political analyst
  • Political expert
  • Social policy analyst
  • Media expert
EU/EEA students
non-EU/EEA students
Tuition fee/semester

1200 EUR

1,750 EUR

Application fee

EUR 80 (non-refundable) between 01/10/2023-15/11/2023 EUR 100 (non-refundable) between 16/11/2023-30/04/2024 EUR 120 (non-refundable) between 01/05/2024-31/05/2024

EUR 80 (non-refundable) between 01/10/2023-15/11/2023 EUR 100 (non-refundable) between 16/11/2023-30/04/2024 EUR 120 (non-refundable) between 01/05/2024-31/05/2024

non-EU/EEA students
Tuition fee/semester

1,750 EUR

Application fee

EUR 80 (non-refundable) between 01/10/2023-15/11/2023 EUR 100 (non-refundable) between 16/11/2023-30/04/2024 EUR 120 (non-refundable) between 01/05/2024-31/05/2024


Offered for the next academic year

Yes

Start program

02, Sep, 2024

Deadline for applications - September intake

31, May, 2024

Is there a February intake

No


Admission requirements

Entry requirements

MA or MSc degree in social sciences, or related fields (as well as other university-level qualifications relevant to applicant’s research topics) and a successful admission interview.

Language requirements

Minimum level of language proficiency (oral) (A1-C2): B2
Minimum level of language proficiency (written) (A1-C2): B2

Further comments:

Minimum B2 level or above (CEFR B2; IELTS: 6; TOEFL 72).
If the language of instruction during the applicant’s previous education was English, a university degree or high school diploma will suffice. Students are required to use the English language effectively for academic and professional purposes.

An additional Complex Intermediate State Examination or equivalent in a foreign language (non-Hungarian) is required to complete the programme. Native languages (other than English) may be accepted as a second foreign language. Knowledge of the native language may be demonstrated by a university degree or high school diploma.

Documents to submit with application

Document

Comment

Online application form

Obligatory

Master-level degree

Obligatory

Transcript of records

Obligatory

CV

Obligatory

Motivation letter

Obligatory

Research work plan

Obligatory

Copy of the main pages of the passport (needs to be valid)

Obligatory

Copy of application fee transfer

Obligatory

Reference work

Obligatory. Length no more than 6000 words, an earlier work done by the applicant (e.g.: workshop work, shortened version of a thesis or published scientific paper)

Language certificate

Obligatory

Letter of Recommendation

Optional

list of publications

Optional

Statement by the supervisor, that they accept the role of supervisor/tutor until the end of the student's academic career

Optional

Copy of awards in professional competitions

Optional

Application procedure

The application starts at the online application system. Students need to register in the system, fill in the online application form, upload the required documents and follow the instructions during the application process.

Students who (also) hold Hungarian citizenship must apply through https://doktorifelveteli.elte.hu/.

Entrance examination and selection process:

The application deadline refers to the final submission of the complete application package through the online system.

For the September intake, there are three application periods:

  1. Early Bird Period: October 1, 2023, to November 15, 2023, 23:59 (CET)
  2. Regular Period: October 16, 2023, to April 30, 2024, 23:59 (CET)
  3. Last Call Period: May 1, 2024, to May 31, 2024, 23:59 (CET)

These distinct periods allow applicants the flexibility to submit their applications at their convenience. All applicants within each period have an equal chance of gaining admission to the program.

After each application deadline, the Admission Board reviews the applications. After the admission interview, applicants are informed of the selection outcome through the online application system within approximately one month. Admission letters are expected to be sent out through the online application system until the end of June. For February intake and Early Bird applications, admission letters are expected to be sent out through the online application system until the end of December.

Based on the results, certain students may be placed on a waiting list. Final results are expected by the first half of August.

Type of entrance examination: oral
Place of entrance examination: online

Further details of the entrance exam:

Applicants need to submit their MA/MSc degree, transcript of records, CV, motivation letter, research plan, and reference work.

IF the degree meets the eligibility criteria, the following step is the oral interview (skype). The recruiting committee will decide upon admission.

Further details of selection and evaluation

The ranking is based on a total evaluation of academic excellence (based on the submitted documents) and the results of the admission interview. The admission interview focuses on the candidate's proposed research plan, whether it fits the profile of the doctoral school and the programme to which the candidate has applied. During the interview, questions may be raised on both the theoretical and methodological parts of the plan, such as on the feasibility of the research.

 
Program leader

Dr. Zsombor BÓDY
Head of the Doctoral School of Sociology, Professor

Program coordinator

E-mail:  doktori@tatk.elte.hu
TEL: +36-1-372-2500/6650
H-1117 Budapest, Pázmány Péter sétány 1/a

International Office, Faculty of Social Sciences
TEL: +36-1-372-2500/6779
E-mail:  international@tatk.elte.hu
Postal address:, Pázmány Péter sétány 1/A, Budapest, H-1117

More information
Website of the Doctoral School
Facebook page of the Faculty of Social Sciences
Brochure

Faculty of Social Sciences

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