Facts & figures
Department of Romanian Philology
Institute of Romance Studies
English
Program
The main goal of the program is to ensure good knowledge of the Romanian language and literature. This MA level provides for a thorough training in order for students to be able to work towards a PhD level. The program also focuses on practical training so that those who graduate will have a chance to engage in the competitive sphere of the labour market (translator, editor, publisher, etc.). Note that the program does not offer teaching qualifications.
The aim of this course is to train high-level specialists capable of meeting the specific demands of the labour market in the fields of cultural and intercultural exchange. In addition to local, national or international authorities in the public sector, it is important to underline the growing need for Romanian graduates in the private sector, e.g. with multinational companies.
The training will also prepare student to continue in one of the Doctoral Schools of the Faculty.
Our graduates find employment mainly in the sectors of education and research, tourism management, banking and finance, and intercultural communications.
Our graduates finish the program with a high level of Romanian. Many of them work as language teachers in language schools, as editors or literary translators, others find positions in the tourism industry, media and marketing, in governmental institutions or ministries, such as the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or Foreign Trade, and in international companies.
The Department of Romanian Philology was founded in 1863. It was the first chair of the Romanian language and literature in Europe. The Department has several contracts with universities (University of Bucharest, Babes-Bolyai University of Cluj Napoca, University of Oradea) and academic institutions (George Bariţiu Academic Institute of History) from Romania. Degrees issued by the Faculty, based on European regulations and the Romanian-Hungarian bilateral agreements, are recognized in Romania and also in Europe.
Structure
Career
Those who graduate from our department can pursue a master program, or can find employment. Here are some examples where those who have graduated from us, work: publishing, journalism, school education, ministry of foreign affairs, cultural relations, self-government state government , tourism etc.
Publishing, journalism, school education, ministry of foreign affairs, cultural relations, self-government, state government, tourism etc.
Admissions
| EU/EEA students | Non-EU/EEA students | |
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| Tuition fee/semester | 2,500 EUR | 2,500 EUR |
| Application fee |
The application fee is discounted for Early Bird applicants: EUR 100 (non-refundable) between 01/10/2025 - 30/11/2025 and between 01/02/2026 - 31/03/2026; The regular application fee is: EUR 150 (non-refundable) between 01/04/2026-31/05/2026
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The application fee is discounted for Early Bird applicants: EUR 100 (non-refundable) between 01/10/2025 - 30/11/2025 and between 01/02/2026 - 31/03/2026; The regular application fee is: EUR 150 (non-refundable) between 01/04/2026-31/05/2026
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| Entrance exam fee | ||
| Other cost | 100 EUR (Entrance exam fee) | 100 EUR (Entrance exam fee) |
Entry requirements
Applicants must hold a university bachelor’s degree (or an equivalent college degree) in the fields listed below. Full credit acknowledgement is only given for a Bachelor’s degree in Romance Philology, Specialized in Romanian Studies.
In case of any other degree, each diploma will be considered individually. The applicant must have at least 50 credits in the field of Romanian studies (Linguistics, Literature and Culture) to enter the programme. Transcripts from your bachelor's degree as well as course descriptions will be requested.
The educational and outcome requirements are defined by the Ministry of Human Capacities, Regulation No. 18/2016. (VIII. 5.). Details of the application and admission process are defined by the Organisational and Operational Regulations of ELTE.
Language requirements
Romanian: CEFR B2
Depending on its (academic) profile, the applicant might be offered preparatory courses if this level of proficiency has not been reached yet.
English is the language of administration for all international courses at ELTE Faculty of Humanities. All communication in administrative matters will be conducted in English. It is therefore recommended that all applicants speak a minimum of A2 level of English, even if it is not the language of tuition of their chosen programme.
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Secondary school certificate (graduation certificate) |
Notarized copy only on request. |
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Bachelor-level degree |
An official copy of your completed Bachelor degree |
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Transcript of records |
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CV |
In English, in MS Word format with one low resolution photo |
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Motivation letter |
A maximum of 500 words. |
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Copy of the main pages of the passport |
Scanned, in colour all personal details and expiry date must be shown. Passport must be valid. |
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Copy of application fee payment receipt |
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Copy of the Entrance exam fee payment receipt |
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Language certificate |
Official test result or certificate must be provided; |
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Other: An official English translation of the certificates and the records if the language of the original is not English |
Optional documents for admissions
- Research Proposal
Please consult with the coordinating department for more information - Letter of Reference
Also called "Letter of recommendation." From a former instructor and/or employer.
Application deadlines
The deadline for application means the deadline of submission of the full and complete application package in the online system.
Period 1 (with Early Bird discount): 01/10-30/11/2025 23:59 (CET)
Period 2 (with Early Bird discount): 01/02-31/03/2026 23:59 (CET)
Period 3: 01/04-31/05/2026 23:59 (CET)
The application procedure includes 2 periods in order to give the applicants the freedom to submit their application when it’s most suitable for them. The applicants of each period have the same chance to get admittance for the programme. However, please note, that the Faculty of Humanities ELTE reserves the right to cancel the entrance periods in case the number of the admitted applicants reaches the limit during the previous entrance periods.
Procedure of the application
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.
Applications will only be processed if the application fee (non-refundable) has been paid on the University’s online payment platform.
Before making the payment please visit the Faculty’s website (go to section Application and Entrance Exam fees) for detailed guidance on how to use the payment platform.
Payment platform: https://epay.elte.hu/
Entrance examination and selection process
When the university receives the full application package and it is checked by the Department of International Affairs an entrance exam date option will be sent no later than the application deadline for the relevant period. Please, check your messages in the application system, and the e-mail address that is linked to the account regularly. The applications are examined by the Admission Board no later than after each application period and applicants are notified of the outcome of the selection in the online application system after the decision is official. Admission letters are sent out in the online application system within a few days.
Procedure of the entrance examination
The entrance exam contains a discussion about the motivation of the applicant. Successful applicants must have a good command of English to pass the entrance exam. The format of the entrance exam is an online interview. Ranking is based on the overall evaluation of academic excellence (based on the submitted documents) and the results of the entrance exam.
Contacts
Dr. Levente NAGY
Head of the Department of Romanian Philology
Admission
Department of International Affairs
E-mail: admission@btk.elte.hu
Address: 1088 Budapest, Múzeum krt. 4.
More information
Website
Find the detailed structure of the program on the site of the Faculty.