International Relations BA
Viet Nam
Moldova, Republic of
Pakistan
Georgia
Pakistan
Morocco
Philippines
Jordan
Viet Nam
Kosovo
Pakistan
Bolivia, Plurinational State of
Pakistan
International Relations BA
International Relations Expert
Degree program
Bachelor
FNYF/142217/17
English
6 semesters (3 years)
180
10
50
The goal of this programme is to offer students the opportunity to develop specialized knowledge in international politics, security studies, EU politics, ethnic conflict, global justice and human rights. It enables them to understand and analyse complex political and social dynamics that go beyond state borders and cultural boundaries. The structure of the programme offers students the opportunity to choose from a wide range of elective seminars, following introductory courses in the first academic year.
This programme is recommended to applicants who are interested in social sciences and politics, and are particularly keen to understand how the modern world works, also how globalization has affected our societies. The programme offers basic introduction to the social sciences, from Sociology to Law and Economics with a special focus on International Relations, and thereby prepares students to continue their studies for the MA programmes in the field of social sciences in general, also in international relations and politics in particular.
This programme enables students to pursue a career in fields where a good knowledge and comprehension of the globalized world is required, starting from journalism, public services and international organizations to private companies.
In addition to giving students grounding in history and theory, the BA programme in International Relations teaches future graduates about international politics, the European Union and equips them with practical knowledge that can be used in almost all countries around the world.
The knowledge acquired during the undergraduate courses lays the foundation for the MA in International Relations and other postgraduate qualifications in social sciences. Applicants will ideally be interested in social sciences and in the links between different countries, peoples and institutions and be keen to use their language skills.
We encourage our students to work independently and to solve tasks in teams. We rely on modern methodologies – including simulations – and we believe that adaptability and self-reflexivity are crucial in today’s fast changing world. Our aim is to give our students skills that they can be readily used wherever they seek employment after graduation.
The Department offers courses in international studies with a special focus on the European Union and Central Europe. During the three years of studies we equip our students with the necessary theoretical and historical basics to understand the processes of global development. The skills our students acquire enable them to handle challenges in an increasingly globalized world both in private and public institutions. Our graduates may seek employment at financial and commercial institutions, in the public sector, in state and municipal administration, and also in the non-profit and non-governmental sector.
The undergraduate program enables students to apply for a master- level degree in International Relations or in any other areas of social sciences.
- Foreign Policy Analyst
- Lobbyist
- Project coordinator (public/private/non-profit)
- Political Advisor, and a variety of administrative jobs in the state bureaucracy and at private enterprises
- Development Worker
- Civil Society and Development Positions
1200 EUR
2700 EUR
EUR 50 (non-refundable) between 01/10/2024-15/11/2024________________ EUR 100 (non-refundable) between 20/11/2024-30/04/2025________________ EUR 180 (non-refundable) between 05/05/2024-31/05/2025
EUR 50 (non-refundable) between 01/10/2024-15/11/2024________________ EUR 100 (non-refundable) between 20/11/2024-30/04/2025________________ EUR 180 (non-refundable) between 05/05/2024-31/05/2025
2700 EUR
EUR 50 (non-refundable) between 01/10/2024-15/11/2024________________ EUR 100 (non-refundable) between 20/11/2024-30/04/2025________________ EUR 180 (non-refundable) between 05/05/2024-31/05/2025
Yes
01, Sep, 2025
31, May, 2025
No
Entry requirements
Applicants need to submit their secondary school certificate and records of final two years in secondary school.
Additional documents to be submitted:
- Motivation letter in English
- Copy of the main pages of the passport (needs to be valid)
Language requirements
Certification of English knowledge (both written and oral): B2
IELTS Score: 5.5
TOEFL IBT Band: 46-59
Cambridge English Scale Score: 162
If the applicant does not have any of the above certifications, their English proficiency will be assessed during the admission interview. Any letter of acceptance issued by the Faculty of Social Sciences is based on the verified fact that the applicant’s command of English has been assessed; therefore, they are considered eligible to pursue their studies at the institution.
If the applicant can prove that they completed their former education entirely in English by submitting a notarized attestation and a detailed academic transcript, no proof of language knowledge will be required throughout the admission process.
| Document | Comment |
| Application form | - |
| Records of final two years in secondary school | - |
| Secondary school certificate | - |
| Motivation letter |
The general guidelines and expectations for the letter are: the applicants introducing themselves, their motivation, interests and goals with the programme. The length of the motivation letter is between 1500 and 4000 characters |
| Copy of the main pages of the passport | needs to be valid |
| Copy of application fee transfer | |
| Language certificate | If the applicant has one. |
The application starts on 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.
Students who (also) hold Hungarian citizenship must apply through felvi.hu Please note that if an application is submitted not according to the aforementioned, it will be rejected.
Procedure of the entrance examination
The application deadline refers to the final submission of the complete application package through the online system.
For the September intake, there are three application periods:
- Early Bird Period: October 1, 2024, to November 15, 2024, 23:59 (CET)
- Regular Period: November 20, 2024, to April 30, 2025, 23:59 (CET)
- Last Call Period: May 5, 2025, to May 31, 2025, 23:59 (CET)
These distinct periods allow applicants the flexibility to submit their applications at their convenience. All applicants within each period have an equal chance of gaining admission to the program.
After each application deadline, the Admission Board reviews the applications. After the admission interview, applicants are informed of the selection outcome through the online application system within approximately one month. Admission letters are expected to be sent out through the online application system until the end of June. For February intake and Early Bird applications, admission letters are expected to be sent out through the online application system until the end of December.
Based on the results, certain students may be placed on a waiting list. Final results are expected by the first half of August.
Type of entrance examination: Oral
Place of entrance examination: Online
Further details of the entrance exam:
Applicants with a full application package will be asked to participate in an oral entrance exam. The institutional admission scores are based on a total evaluation of academic excellence (based on the submitted documents) and the results of the entrance exam. The entrance exam seeks to assess the general and professional knowledge and interest of the applicant.
A successful oral entrance exam is the prerequisite of getting admitted. If the applicant fails the oral entrance exam, the application will be rejected.
Recommended reading for the oral exam
John Baylis, Steve Smith, Patricia Owens: The Globalization of World Politics: An Introduction to International Relations
Andrew Richard Ryder FRSA
Professor
Ms Natália DVORNYICSENKÓ
Departmental Coordinator
E-mail: eutud@tatk.elte.hu
TEL: +36 1 372-2500/6856
Mr Benedek DÖRGŐ
Departmental Coordinator
E-mail: eutud@tatk.elte.hu
TEL: 336 1 372-2500/ 6867(ext)
International Office, Faculty of Social Sciences
TEL: +36-1-372-2500/6779
E-mail: international@tatk.elte.hu
Postal address:, Pázmány Péter sétány 1/A, Budapest, H-1117
Faculty of Social Sciences
Faculty of Social Sciences
Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE) offers more than 60 degree programs in foreign languages in the fields of Education and Psychology, Humanities, Informatics, Law, Social Sciences and Science. Currently, about 2400 international students study at ELTE and the community of international students is growing from year to year. Check out what our international students think and discover the wide-range of opportunities waiting for you at ELTE. Join the growing international community of ELTE.
Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE) offers more than 60 degree programs in foreign languages in the fields of Education and Psychology, Humanities, Informatics, Law, Social Sciences and Science. Currently, about 2400 international students study at ELTE and the community of international students is growing from year to year. Check out what our international students think and discover the wide-range of opportunities waiting for you at ELTE. Join the growing international community of ELTE.
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