Scandinavian Studies MA
Scandinavian Studies MA
Philologist in Scandinavian Languages and Literature
Degree program
Master
FNYF/99-4/2016.
Danish, Norwegian, Swedish
4 semesters (2 years)
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The Scandinavian studies is an academic field of study that incorporates both the languages and literatures as well as cultural studies of Denmark, Norway and Sweden. The programme provides interdisciplinary courses ranging from topics in the cultural history of Scandinavia to recent linguistic and literary theories, from Old Norse literature to Interscandinavian communication. We intend to prepare students for careers in which an advanced knowledge of culture and languages of Scandinavia are necessary.
WHY CHOOSE BUDAPEST?
You are encouraged to explore widely and creatively within the intellectual field of Scandinavian Studies. The comprehensive graduate programme supports endeavours in current issues on challenging research topics. We offer language courses that provide students with high-level communicative competence and language proficiencies in their chosen language. You will not only develop your linguistic proficiency but also expand your intercultural awareness in Budapest.
The Master program aims to provide theoretical and practical knowledge as a philological discipline (linguistic, literary and cultural studies) of Scandinavia to graduates who will thus be familiar with the fields and methods of academic research and be able to meet the requirements of the PhD program. Note that the program does not offer teaching qualifications.
Find the detailed structure of the program on the site of the Faculty.
In all fields requiring a university degree without specifications of majors, in PhD programmes requiring a major specific degree.
- Education and research
- Management
- Business
- Banking
- Journalism
- Communications
2,500 EUR
2,500 EUR
150 EUR (non-refundable)
150 EUR (non-refundable)
100 EUR (Entrance exam fee)
100 EUR (Entrance exam fee)
2,500 EUR
150 EUR (non-refundable)
100 EUR (Entrance exam fee)
Yes
01, Sep, 2025
31, May, 2025
No
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 German Studies, Specialized in Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian 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
Language certificate (advanced level) in Danish, Norwegian or Swedish languages (level of C1 referred to EU).
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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 |
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Copy of the main pages of the passport |
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Copy of application fee transfer |
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Copy of the Entrance exam fee transfer |
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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. - Letter of Authorization
If the applicant uses the services of a non-contracted third party during the application process, a Letter of Authorization must be signed. Applications will not be processed without.
Application deadlines
The deadline for application means the deadline of submission of the full and complete application package in the online system.
Period 1 for September intake: 01/11-30/11/2024 23:59 (CET)
Period 2 for September intake: 01/02-15/04/2025 23:59 (CET)
Period 3 for September intake: 16/04-31/05/2025 23:59 (CET)
The application procedure includes 3 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 (150 EUR; non-refundable) has been transferred to the Faculty’s bank account.
For further information and details about transferring the application fee please visit our Faculty’s website: http://btk.elte.hu/prospective-students-financial-issues
BANK ACCOUNT DETAILS OF OUR UNIVERSITY
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BIC/SWIFT code: HUSTHUHB
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Address: 1088 Budapest, Múzeum krt. 4/a, Hungary
Name of the Bank: Hungarian State Treasury Ltd. (Magyar Államkincstár)
Address of the Bank: 1139 Budapest, Váci út 71.
PLEASE DO NOT MISS TO ADD IN THE MESSAGE SECTION:
Name of applicant
AY (for example: 2025/26/1)
The University’s sub-account number: AC9202/04
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.
Dr. Ildikó VASKÓ
Head of the Department of Scandinavian Studies
Admission
Department of International Affairs
E-mail: admission@btk.elte.hu
Address: 1088 Budapest, Múzeum krt. 4.
More information
Website
Faculty of Humanities
Faculty of Humanities
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