Tuition €4,700 EU/EEA students 4,700 EUR Non-EU/EEA students 4,700 EUR
Country Hungary

About this program

What this degree covers and what you can expect from the university.

Short description

The aim of the programme is to train professionals in the theoretical foundations and basic methods of psychology and to give insights into the applied branches of the discipline, such as skills and techniques that can be used to measure, explore and develop individuals, groups or organizations. Students will obtain an integrated knowledge of cognitive, affective, developmental, personality and social psychology. It is also aimed to provide modern knowledge and a sense of vocation that support further studies in any psychology MA programme.

Strength of program

The English language psychology program of ELTE has a long history and is an internationally recognized faculty. The programme has existed since 1991. During these years, the Institute has admitted 50-60 students per year from a wide range of countries. The student-to-teacher ratio supports a tutorial-like atmosphere, which can boost communication and the teaching effectiveness. In terms of the number of faculty members and students, professional qualifications, administrative capacity and infrastructural conditions, the Faculty of Education and Psychology at ELTE is among the top 250 Psychology programmes globally, and the best Institute of Psychology in Hungary.


 

Program overview

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Program length

6 semesters (3 years)

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Qualification level

Bachelor

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Country

Hungary

The country where this university is based.

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

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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

Open for applications
  1. Self-Financing International Application Deadline International

    Standard application deadline for international self-funded applicants for the autumn intake.

  2. Academic Year Start International

    Official commencement date for the autumn semester at ELTE PPK.

Offered by the ELTE Faculty of Education and Psychology (PPK) in Budapest. 6-semester full-time degree program. Tuition fee is €4,200/semester for EU/EEA and non-EU/EEA self-financing students. Requires a non-refundable application fee (€120–€150) plus an entrance exam fee (€50).

About the university

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Leading research university in the heart of Hungary offering a great environment for research and quality education with Hungary’s largest selection of exchange and degree programs to the international community. Diplomas issued at ELTE are acknowledged w