Facts & figures
Cultural Mediator
- Department of Hungarian Language and Literature
- Department of Social Sciences
- Department of Natural Sciences
- Department of Education
English
Program
The MA course on Cultural Mediation primarily prepares the applicants for management tasks that are meant to convey cultural knowledge in the broad sense of the word at the Hungarian cultural institutions in an easy-to-understand and memorable way. These may include activities for children, promoting the elements of Hungarian folk culture and history, as well as the cultural heritage of Roma and other national minorities living in Hungary. Providing experiential education to various strata of the society in villages and smaller or larger cities is necessary, in order to train qualified leaders in the fields of conflict management, communication and psychology who are also familiar with Central European reality.
The classical theoretical training, which also prepares students for admission to a Ph.D. program, is complemented by intensive professional practice. The Cultural Mediation program offered by ELTE’s Faculty of Primary and Pre-School Education prepares students for managing public cultural institutions in Hungary. In addition to the balance between theory and practice, a key strength of the program is the social capital students can acquire within the university and during their professional internships in the (inter)cultural scene. The leadership of the Cultural Mediation program is also committed to facilitating students’ international experiences.
Structure
Career
Those who have completed the training program may primarily assume senior positions at the institutions supervised by the National Institute of Culture (NMI). According to the relevant Hungarian laws, it is exclusively professionals who hold a Cultural Mediation degree that can head these institutions. These institutions offer such opportunities in the field of culture which, among others, aim to harmonize Hungarian folk culture, the different forms of arts or the organizational cultures of the institutions.
Head of Institution at cultural institutions established for citizens living in Hungary or abroad in the Hungarian diaspora.
University Lecturer’s position in Hungary (after earning a Ph.D. degree) at the Cultural Mediation MA courses, including educational tasks in Hungarian and English.
Admissions
| EU/EEA students | Non-EU/EEA students | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee/semester | 3,500 EUR | 3,900 EUR |
| Application fee |
120 EUR (Non-refundable)
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150 EUR (Non-refundable)
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| Entrance exam fee | 50 EUR (Non-refundable) | 50 EUR (Non-refundable) |
| Other cost |
Entry requirements
Bachelor’s degree in any of the following areas: adult education, community coordination, cultural program coordinator, human resources coordinator; in the field of humanities; human resources from the field of economics; sociology, political science, information science librarian, and the bachelor’s degree program in cultural anthropology from the field of social sciences
Language requirements
Minimum level of language proficiency (oral) (A1-C2): B2
Minimum level of language proficiency (written) (A1-C2): B2
Further comments:
Language input in case of English language training: at least intermediate level B2
Advanced English language knowledge is required. The language knowledge is assessed and evaluated during the online interview. Although no official language certificate is required for the programme, it is recommended. The language of instruction for the entire programme is English.
| Document | Comment |
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| Bachelor-level degree | |
CV | |
Motivation letter | |
Letter of Recommendation | |
Copy of the main pages of the passport | Scanned, in colour all personal details and expiry date must be shown. Passport must be valid. |
Proof of the Application fee and the Entrance exam fee transfer | |
Language certificate | If available |
Applications will only be processed once the Application fee and the Entrance exam fee have been paid. The Application fee and the Entrance exam fee must be paid in one amount and is non-refundable.
The application starts in the online application system. Students must register to the system, fill in the online application form, upload the required documents and follow the instructions given during the application process. The application deadline refers to the deadline for submission of the full and complete application package in the online system.
Applications will only be processed once the Application fee and the Entrance exam fee have been transferred to the Faculty’s bank account. The Application fee and the Entrance exam fee must be paid throug the Epay system and is non-refundable.
Information on paying the application fee and the entrance exam fee
You can pay the fee on the following webpage: https://epay.elte.hu/ext/index
IMPORTANT! Due to technical reasons, payment will only be possible starting October!
After accepting the privacy notices, please select the faculty / organizational unit (“Faculty (organizational unit)” field) from which you are requesting the duplicate, then select the "service fee" option under the “Payment title” field, correct the “Number of items” if it is necessary, and enter the amount (“Piece-price" field) indicated on this form. Add the selected item to your cart and pay the amount by following the further steps on the webpage. You will receive an invoice for the payment to the email address you provide during the procedure. That should be attached to your application.
Please see our STEP-BY-STEP guide below:
Step 1: entrance examination fee |
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Step 2: application fee | 6. Select the faculty/organizational unit ("Faculty (organizational unit)" field) to which you are applying. In our case it is the Faculty of Primary and Pre-School Education 7. In the "Payment title" field, select the "application fee" option. 8. In the "Subtitle" field, select the "Ma/MsC foreign/Ma/MsC foreign" option. 9. Leave the number "1" in the Number of Items field! The application fee depends on whether the applicant is applying from within or outside Europe. The interface automatically displays the higher amount of EUR 150. For applicants from the European region, the institutional contact person will send the discount code required for payment during the admission process (please make sure to contact the person via email). By entering this discount code in the Discount code field, the amount will be reduced to EUR 120 for applicants from the European region. 10. Add the selected prize to your cart, then click next. 11. Pay the amount by following the additional steps required on the interface. You will receive an invoice for the payment to the email address provided on the interface. Attach this to your application form. |
Entrance examination and selection process
Applications are examined by the Admission Board until the middle of December and applicants are notified of the outcome of the selection in the online application system until the end of December. Admission letters are sent out in the online application system until the end of December.
In case of February intake, admission letters are sent out in the online application system until the end of December.
Type of entrance examination: oral
Place of entrance examination: online
Further details of the entrance exam:
The interview takes about 20 minutes in the previously indicated and scheduled time sent by the student coordinator via e-mail.
- Selecting a situation and preparing (max. 10 minutes) You will draw one of the 10 topics and choose one of the two corresponding situations listed on the topic sheet. This will serve as the basis for the conversation. You have up to 10 minutes to choose a situation, think it through, and even take notes.
- Introductory conversation (2–3 minutes) The admissions interview begins with a brief personal introduction, which also touches on the reasons for choosing the program.
- Discussion of a Topic This will be followed by a discussion of the situation you have chosen, lasting approximately 10 minutes. After explaining your choice of topic, briefly interpret the topic and briefly state your opinion. Discuss the social and cultural significance of resolving the situation or problem raised in the scenario.
Further details of selection and evaluation
The ranking is based on a total evaluation of the academic excellence (based on the submitted documents) and the results of the entrance exam. Results and the official decision will be announced within a month after the exam date, in the application system.
Contacts
Ildikó ROMANOCZKI
International Coordinator
E-mail: admission@tok.elte.hu
Postal address: 40 Kiss János altábornagy Street, H-1126 Budapest, Hungary
Dr. habil Márton HOVÁNYI
Associate professor
Kindergarten Education BA program trains experts to educate children between the age of three to seven. Students learn how to develop complex and differenciated lesson plans, how to conduct integrated pre-school activities, and how to manage managing education-related tasks.
Students learn the approach of play-based education, a unique feature of Hungarian kindergarten education.
The program is practice-oriented. A big diversity of subjects is combined with a series of internship during the studies.
The Faculty of Primary and Pre-School Education (founded in 1869) is a long-established institution in Hungary specialized in pre-school and primary school teacher training. International students benefit both from the long-established traditions and spirit of innovation that makes studying at the Faculty a unique experience.
Kindergarten Education BA program trains experts to educate children between the age of three to seven. Students learn how to develop complex and differenciated lesson plans, how to conduct integrated pre-school activities, and how to manage managing education-related tasks.
Students learn the approach of play-based education, a unique feature of Hungarian kindergarten education.
The program is practice-oriented. A big diversity of subjects is combined with a series of internship during the studies.
The Faculty of Primary and Pre-School Education (founded in 1869) is a long-established institution in Hungary specialized in pre-school and primary school teacher training. International students benefit both from the long-established traditions and spirit of innovation that makes studying at the Faculty a unique experience.
Find the detailed structure of the program on the website of the Faculty