About this program
What this degree covers and what you can expect from the university.
About the programme
Address global challenges with an interdisciplinary approach to development policy.
- Aimed at training professionals who can identify and address broad economic and social challenges. Graduates will be equipped to apply their knowledge to development policy-making and project implementation,
- A coherent, interdisciplinary approach to global development, providing deep insights into global development theory, policy, and practice.
- Emphasises historically informed, holistic, and critical thinking on strategies, policies, and practices to address global challenges.
- Advanced training for specialist expertise to critically analyse and understand the complexities of global development.
- Provides knowledge and skills to investigate, analyse, and respond to contemporary global challenges.
- Introduces students to theoretical and practical methods in global development policy and development studies, engaging with key academic and policy debates.
Who is expected to attend the training
This programme is aimed at students who want to get to the front lines of global development and are ready to work for development at global, regional, national, or local levels. We will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to be able to address global development challenges with an interdisciplinary approach. These will enable you to formulate constructive proposals, develop strategies, and turn these into effective solutions that work in the real world. We welcome students from a wide range of academic and professional backgrounds who are willing to engage with complex problems that require interdisciplinary approach and critical thinking. This programme is for you if you want to become an outstanding member of the global development community and contribute to a more sustainable and inclusive development of your community and the world.
Program overview
Key facts about what you will study and how the program is delivered.
Program length
2 semesters (1 year)
How long it typically takes to complete this degree from start to finish.
Language requirement
English
This program is taught in English. You may still need to submit an English proficiency test depending on your nationality and previous education.
Eligibility & requirements
Check whether your academic background matches what the university expects.
Entrance / admission test
Not required
No separate entrance test is listed for this program. The university may still review your academic profile and documents.
Admission intakes & deadlines
Application dates and milestones for each intake period. Deadlines may vary by applicant category.
September 2026 Intake
Classes start September 2026
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Self-Funded Non-Hungarian Application Deadline International
Final deadline for self-funded non-Hungarian candidates submitting applications through the online application portal. A non-refundable application fee (€95) applies.
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Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Application Deadline International
Government-funded scholarship covering 100% tuition fees, monthly living stipend, accommodation allowance, and health insurance.
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Hungarian Diaspora Scholarship Deadline International
Government scholarship open to international applicants of Hungarian heritage living outside Hungary.
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Entrance Assessment & Oral Motivation Interview International
Assessment period evaluating prerequisite background in global development studies, economics, or social sciences, followed by an oral motivation interview.
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Admission Decisions & Visa Acceptance Documents Issued International
Final admission decisions released and official visa-supporting documents issued for D-type student visa processing.
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Autumn Semester Commencement International
Orientation week and official commencement of academic lectures for the 2026/2027 academic year.
About the university
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