Program start date | Application deadline |
2025-09-01 | - |
2025-02-01 | - |
Program Overview
Geography, MSc
Faculty and Academic Discipline
- Faculty: Faculty of Science and Technology
- Academic discipline: Natural Sciences
Qualification and Starting Date
- Qualification: Geographer
- Starting date: September/February
Language and Academic Requirements
- Language requirements: English language proficiency (TOEFL 547 / IELTS 6.0 / oral examination)
- Academic requirements: BSc diploma in earth sciences or in a related discipline in natural, human or information sciences
Duration and Tuition Fees
- Duration: 4 semesters
- ECTS credits: 120
- Tuition fee: 7,500 USD/year
- Other fees: application fee 150 USD, entrance procedure fee 350 USD
Short Description
The program provides specialized geography knowledge in the fields of environmental science, renewable energy, and geoinformatics.
Specializations
Within the MSc in Geography, students can choose between two specialisations:
- Landscape and environmental research
- Renewable energy
Lecture, Seminar, and Practice
- Lecture, seminar: 45%
- Practice: 55%
Main Subjects
Main subjects | |
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1 | Novelties in the Methodology of Geosciences, Project Management and R+D Policy, Environmental Informatics, Environmental Application of GIS, Political Geography and Globalisation, Seminar on Political Geography and Globalisation, Landscape Analysis, Regional and Spatial Development in Practice, Environmental Systems – Environmental Geography, Regional and Spatial Development, Space and Society, Applied Geomorphology |
2 | Natural and Anthropogenic Hazards, Field Trip, Projectwork, Professional Practice, Thesis |
Internship and Career Prospects
- Internship: Students should complete a 6-week field practice.
- Career prospects: Graduates can choose from a wide range of positions in organizations such as government ministries, regional and local authorities, urban and rural planning consultancies, and private research institutes.
University of Debrecen
Overview:
The University of Debrecen is one of the largest institutions of higher education in Hungary, with a student body of approximately 28,000. Located in Debrecen, a city with a rich history and a strategic location in Europe, the university offers over 100 degree programs fully taught in English, including foundation, undergraduate, graduate, and PhD/doctoral programs.
Services Offered:
Student Life and Campus Experience:
The university provides a welcoming environment for international students, offering support and resources to help them adjust to life in Debrecen. The university highlights the opportunity to explore Europe from its location in Hungary.
Key Reasons to Study There:
International Programs:
The university offers a wide range of degree programs taught in English, making it accessible to students from around the world.Location:
Situated in Hungary, a country with a rich history and culture, the university provides a unique opportunity to explore Europe.Large Institution:
With a student body of 28,000, the university offers a vibrant and diverse campus community.Academic Programs:
The university offers a wide range of academic programs, including:
- Foundation Programs
- Undergraduate Programs
- Graduate Programs
- PhD/Doctoral Programs
Other:
The university actively engages in research and has a strong focus on international collaboration. It has a history of academic excellence and is recognized for its contributions to various fields of study.