Key information
- Duration: Full-time (48 months)
- Start dates & application deadlines: Starting September 2027; Apply before May 2027
Overview
The Psychology programme offered by Eötvös Loránd University provides doctoral training in psychology aimed at preparing students for research-oriented academic careers. It emphasizes the development of independent, critical thinking and the ability to generate research-based knowledge across a wide range of psychological specializations, supported by both theoretical and methodological training.
Key Facts
Students can specialize in multiple areas, including cognitive psychology, behavioural psychology, clinical psychology, social processes, personality and health psychology, and developmental psychology, among others. The programme integrates interdisciplinary perspectives and employs diverse research methods such as behavioural analysis, neuropsychological techniques, and both qualitative and quantitative approaches. Visit the programme website for more information
The programme also promotes academic development through teaching practice, conference participation, and research activities. Students are trained to conduct original research, present findings, and contribute to scientific discourse, culminating in the development of expertise required for both academic and professional roles in psychology.
Career opportunities
A psychological doctoral programme from ELTE qualifies their doctoral fellows to conduct high-level research in psychology by providing sophisticated theoretical and methodological background to them. After obtained PhD degree, our PhDs find jobs or apply for postdoctoral grants successfully all over the world.
Job examples
- Researcher
- University lecturer
- Data-analyst
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Cognitive Psychology
- Behavioural Psychology
- Personality and Health Psychology
- Clinical Psychology and Addiction
- Social and Environmental Psychology
- Research Methodology in Psychology
Admission Requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- Applicants are expected to present the documentation of their MA/MSc diploma with at least good average.
- If the applicant is taking their final examination during the current semester and their degree certificate (diploma) is not issued before the application deadline, a certification is required, which verifies that the applicant will presumably receive a degree. In case of being accepted as a student, however, the applicant must present the diploma upon enrolment at the latest.
- This programme is not available for Hungarian citizens.
- Minimum level of language proficiency (oral) (A1-C2): C1
- Minimum level of language proficiency (written) (A1-C2): C1
- Online application form
- Entrance exam fee
- Reference work
- List of publications
- CV
- Motivation letter
- Research plan
- Letter of recommendation
- Copy of application fee transfer
- Copy of the main pages of the passport
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: 17,812 AUD / year (≈ 11,000 EUR / year)
- EU/EEA: 17,812 AUD / year (≈ 11,000 EUR / year)
Living Costs
Budapest, Hungary: 765-1,190 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.