Program Overview

Computer Science MSc Program

The Computer Science MSc program at the Faculty of Informatics aims to train computer scientists with a professional knowledge based on a solid theoretical background. The program enables students to develop their skills in programming languages, cyber security, data science, web engineering, autonomous systems, and multimedia design.

Program Structure

• The program is designed to provide students with a broad education in Computer Science, combined with specialized work in various areas.
• The curriculum includes courses in pure and applied mathematics and theoretical computer science.
• The program consists of 4 semesters (2 years) and requires 120 ECTS credits.
• The minimum number of students required for the program is 2, and the maximum number of students is 120.

Career Opportunities

• Graduates of the program can work in various sectors, including large international computer companies, software development companies, research institutes, and universities.
• Job examples include software and services designer, software architect, information system architect, systems designer/engineer, data scientist, data analyst, and security analyst.

Admission Requirements

• Holding a BSc degree in Computer Science or obtaining at least 60 ECTS credits in informatics and mathematical subjects during a completed Bachelor's program related to Computer Science.
• Minimum level of language proficiency (oral) (A1-C2): B2
• Minimum level of language proficiency (written) (A1-C2): B2
• Further comments: At least Intermediate level English language skills are required.

Documents to Submit with Application

• Online application form
• Secondary school certificate
• Bachelor-level degree
• Transcript of records
• Proof of application fee transfer
• CV
• Motivation letter
• Copy of the main pages of the passport (needs to be valid)
• Passport photo
• Language certificate

Application Procedure

• 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.
• The application fee should be paid using the official payment platform of ELTE.

Entrance Examination

• The entrance examination consists of an online written exam and a Skype interview.
• The online written exam is held in the Canvas system, and the Skype interview is organized by the Admission Board of ELTE Faculty of Informatics.
• The exam consists of 1-3 programming problems, and solutions (program source codes in Java, C#, or C/C++) are required to be submitted online.

Evaluation

• The ranking is based on a total evaluation of the academic excellence (based on the submitted documents) and the results of the entrance exam.

Tuition Fees

• EU/EEA students: 3,200 EUR per semester
• Non-EU/EEA students: 3,200 EUR per semester
• Application fee: 150 EUR (non-refundable)

Program Leader and Coordinator

• Program leader: Prof. Ferenc WEISZ, Professor
• Program coordinator: Zsolt BORSI, Assistant Lecturer

International Coordinator

• Katalin SCHNEIDER

Program Details

• The program is offered for the next academic year.
• Start program: 01, Sep, 2026
• Deadline for applications - September intake: 30, Apr, 2026
• Deadline for applications - February intake: 31, Oct, 2025

Tracks/Specializations

• Software and Service Architectures
• Data Science
• Cybersecurity
• Artificial Intelligence
• Financial Technology
• Digital Industry

Preparatory Program

• Foundation Year with curriculum assembled on topics relevant to Computer Science Master course program is also available.