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Program
The goal of this program is to extend the knowledge of BSc level students, and to learn about different meteorological phenomena, their driving forces, and to gain knowledge on the state-of-the-art methodology that is used in the practice and also about climate change and its environmental consequences. Students have to learn about the multidisciplinary nature of meteorology and the possible connections with different other scientific fields and sectors.
This program is recommended to applicants who have strong background in physics, mathematics and meteorology or environmental science. Applicants should have deep motivation and ability to learn about the theory of weather forecast and climate modelling, and they should be able to apply their knowledge in the practice. Applicants should be able to understand the different spatial scales that are associated with the variety of meteorological phenomena.
This program enables students to gain knowledge about the methods and tools that represents today’s meteorology and cutting edge research. With the MSc degree they will have the skill set to be able to apply the practice, measurement and observation-oriented analysis methods, as well as the knowledge of weather forecasting and climate modelling. Depending on their ambitions they will be able to continue their studies in a PhD program. The courses are divided into two parts. Students have compulsory courses covering general meteorology required for everybody (e.g. fluid dynamics, dynamic meteorology, informatics, climatology, synoptic meteorology, environmental protection). By the end of the first semester the students have to choose a specialization: weather forecaster or climate researcher. The specialization will cover 30 credits of compulsory classes in the next three semesters. The courses for the specializations cover the full spectrum of the selected field. Students with missing background in a particular field of meteorology are required to fulfill prescribed BSc classes up to 20 additional credits. The master thesis work that is due to the end of the 4th semester is taken into account as 20 credits.
Specializations: weather forecaster, climate researcher
The Meteorology MSc program offers high level of theoretical meteorology courses as well as diverse courses on applications. Students are encouraged to participate in the research projects of the professors, where they can learn the latest research methods and acquire experience in teamwork. Students who spend extra work on a subject lead by their professors can participate in a national scientific competition among students from all universities. In addition to the faculty members, lead researchers of the Hungarian Meteorological Service, the Meteorology Division of the Hungarian Military, and the Meteorological Service of the Liszt Ferenc International Airport also offer thesis supervision. This helps the students find the most appealing topic for their thesis lead by the most appropriate expert.
Structure
Career
The Hungarian Meteorological Service, the Hungarian Military and the private meteorological sector are major employers of our graduates. Furthermore, a large number of graduates continue their research as PhD students at various universities in Europe.
The degree enables the students to understand and forecast weather events, to be able to use and visualize results of climate and weather forecast models, and to assess model results and measurements of related fields to meteorology.
Operational weather forecaster at national meteorological services, at military and commercial airports, and in public sector. Researcher at national meteorological services and research institutes. PhD studies, university professorial jobs. Environmental analysis in public sector.
Admissions
| EU/EEA students | Non-EU/EEA students | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee/semester | 4,190 EUR | 4,190 EUR |
| Application fee |
160 EUR (non-refundable)
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160 EUR (non-refundable)
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| Entrance exam fee | ||
| Other cost |
Entry requirements
Bachelor degrees in the field of Earth Science, Physics, or Environmental Science can be accepted (with a specialization in Meteorology).
Additionally, Bachelor degrees in Earth Science, Environmental Science, Physics, Mathematics, Geography and Earth Science Engineering can be accepted, if the applicant has at least 50 credits in the following fields:
geology (astronomy, geography, geophysics, cartography – at least 10 credits)
mathematics (analytics, probability, statistics – at least 12 credits)
physics (mechanics, thermodynamics, eletricity, optics – at least 12 credits)
computer science, programming – at least 6 credits
meteorology (climatology, dynamic meteorology, synoptic meteorology, aerophysics – at least 10 credits)
Language requirements
An internationally accredited language examination is required with at least a B2 CEFR level or equivalent result.
Examples of minimum level accepted:
TOEFL iBT 72 pts
IELTS 5.5
Alternatively, an official certificate issued by the applicant’s previous higher education institution can be accepted, stating that the applicant’s previous education (Bachelor’s degree) was completed entirely in English.
| Document |
| Online application form |
| Bachelor-level degree |
| Transcript of records |
| CV |
| Motivation letter |
| Letter of recommendation |
| Copy of the main pages of the passport |
| Passport photo |
| Medical certificate |
| Copy of application fee transfer |
| Language certificate |
The application starts in 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. Prerequisite of the application is the establishment of a Skype interview where the student has to prove that he/she has sufficient theoretical knowledge to start the Master programme and to keep pace with the Hungarian students. Fluid English communication is expected for the successful application.
Procedure of the entrance examination:
The Applicant’s abilities in Meteorology, Mathematics and Physics will be orally tested by an examination committee (either personally or by telecommunication).
Type of entrance examination: oral
Place of entrance examination: Skype interview (or equivalent on-line interview)
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.
Contacts
Dr Zoltán BARCZA
Associate professor
E-mail: zoltan.barcza@ttk.elte.hu
Postal address: H-1117 Budapest, Pázmány P. sétány 1/A. Room 6.110
Mr. Péter MOLNÁR
International Coordinator
inter@ttk.elte.hu
+36-1/372-2695
More information
Faculty Website
Prof. Dr. habil. Róbert MÉSZÁROS
Head of the Doctoral School of Earth Sciences
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Structure of all Master's programs of the Faculty of Science