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Romance Philology and Cultures Specialized in Spanish Studies BA

The aim of the program is to train professionals in the Spanish language and culture who possess theoretical knowledge and practical skills within the domain of social sciences to carry out multi-faceted, inter- and multidisciplinary research. Graduates have ample theoretical knowledge to continue their studies in the second cycle.

Program Details

• Title: Romance Philology and Cultures Specialized in Spanish Studies BA
• Degree: Philologist in Romanistics, Specialized in Spanish Studies
• Type: Degree program
• Level: Bachelor
• Accreditation number: FF/2069-3/2013
• Faculty: Faculty of Humanities
• Institute: Institute of Romance Studies
• Department: Department of Spanish Language and Literature
• Language: Spanish
• Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)
• ECTS credits: 180
• Minimum number of students: 1
• Maximum number of students: 15

Strength of Program

BA degree holders will have comprehensive knowledge of the Spanish culture, be able to communicate in Spanish both in writing and in speech at an advanced level, be prepared to study the Spanish language and culture with state-of-the-art methods and techniques of research, comprehend texts in general and be able to summarize, translate, and interpret them, and be able to make use of their knowledge of the social, economic, and environmental problems of Hungary, Spain, and Latin-America in their careers.

Program Structure

The BA system program lasts 3 years. The program is divided into two periods: the first year as the foundations, the second and third years as the main part of the program. At the end of each period, there are comprehensive examinations. At the end of the foundations stage, students have a proficiency exam in Spanish, at the end of the main part of the training students write their thesis and take the final exam. Note that the program does not offer teaching qualifications.

Career Opportunities

Graduates will be able to organize events related to Spanish culture in the context of governmental, political, economic, and cultural affairs, hold positions of organizational and administrative nature in the mass media, mediate using their knowledge of the language and culture in the field of tourism.

Job Examples

• Tour guide
• Economist
• International relations officer

Tuition Fees

• EU/EEA students: 2,000 EUR per semester
• Non-EU/EEA students: 2,000 EUR per semester
• Application fee:
  • Early Bird applicants: EUR 100 (non-refundable) between 01/10/2025 - 30/11/2025 and between 01/02/2026 - 31/03/2026
  • Regular application fee: EUR 150 (non-refundable) between 01/04/2026 - 31/05/2026
• Other costs: 100 EUR (Entrance exam fee)

Admission Requirements

Entry Requirements

The students who can apply for the Spanish Studies BA Program are expected to present the documentation of their certificate of matriculation from a secondary school and to submit their application with the necessary attachments.

Language Requirements

• Spanish: B2 level
• English: A2 level (recommended for administrative matters)

Documents to Submit with Application

• Online application form
• Record of the final two years in secondary school
• Secondary school certificate (graduation certificate)
• CV
• Motivation letter
• Copy of the main pages of the passport
• Copy of application fee payment receipt
• Copy of the Entrance exam fee payment receipt
• Language certificate
• Official English translation of the certificates and the records if the language of the original is not English

Optional Documents for Admissions

• Letter of Reference (from a former instructor and/or employer)

Application Procedure

Application Deadlines

• Period 1 (with Early Bird discount): 01/10-30/11
• Period 2 (with Early Bird discount): 01/02-31/03
• Period 3: 01/04-31/05

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.

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.

Program Leader

• Name: Gabriella MENCZEL
• Position: Head of Department of Spanish Language and Literature

Additional Information

• Offered for the next academic year: Yes
• Start program: 01, Sep, 2026
• Deadline for applications - September intake: 31, May, 2026
• Is there a February intake: No