Program Overview

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Physics MSc Program

The Physics MSc program at Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE) is designed to train professional physicists with a broad overview of contemporary physics, enabling them to join research in their specialized fields.

Program Details

• Title: Physics MSc
• Degree: Physicist
• Type: Degree program
• Level: Master
• Accreditation number: FF/1443-2/2015
• Faculty: Faculty of Science
• Institute: Institute of Physics
• Language: English
• Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)
• ECTS credits: 120
• Minimum number of students: 1
• Maximum number of students: 30

Description

The goal of this program is to train professional physicists who have a broad overview of contemporary physics and are able to join research on their specialized fields. This program is recommended to applicants who already have their BSc in physics and want to be research physicists by deepening their knowledge.

Tracks/Specializations

The program offers various tracks and specializations, including:

• Research Physicist Specialization
  • Astrophysics Module
  • Atomic and Molecular Physics Module
  • Nuclear and Heavy Ion Physics Module
  • Biological Physics Module
  • Condensed Matter Physics Module
  • Particle Physics Module
  • Statistical Physics and Complex Systems Module

Strength of Program

The Physics MSc program offers both the development of a broad background in the major fields of physics (atomic and molecular physics, condensed matter physics, nuclear physics, particle physics, statistical physics), and the specialization in selected areas (atomic and molecular physics, astrophysics, biophysics, condensed matter physics, computational physics, environmental physics, particle physics, statistical physics and complex system).

Career Opportunities

The program provides career opportunities in various fields, including:

• PhD student
• Physicist researcher
• Applied physicist in industry, R&D sector
• Medical physicist
• Physicist in informatics
• Physicists in bank sector

Tuition Fees

• EU/EEA students: 4,190 EUR per semester
• Non-EU/EEA students: 4,190 EUR per semester
• Application fee: 160 EUR (non-refundable)

Admission Requirements

• Entry requirements: Bachelor degrees in Physics can be accepted. Additionally, Bachelor degrees in the fields of Chemistry, Environmental Science, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Material Engineering, Computer Science Engineering, and Mathematics can be accepted, if the applicant has at least 65 ECTS credits in the following fields: physics, physical chemistry, electronics, mechatronics – at least 25 credits, mathematics, computer science, programming – at least 18 credits (with at least 10 in mathematics) and other natural science (chemistry, materials science, etc.).
• Language requirements: An internationally accredited language examination is required with at least a B2 CEFR level or equivalent result.

Documents to Submit with Application

• Online application form
• Bachelor-level degree
• Transcript of records
• CV
• Motivation letter
• Letter of recommendation
• Copy of the main pages of the passport
• Passport photo
• Medical certificate
• Copy of application fee transfer
• Language certificate

Application Procedure

The application starts at 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

The entrance examination consists of a written part and an oral part. Both are held through Skype, except if the applicant is staying in Budapest. In the latter case, the entrance examination is held at the Institute of Physics. The applicant will be notified about examination dates by e-mail.

Program Leader and Coordinator

• Program leader: Prof. Dr. Sándor KATZ, Head of the Institute of Physics
• Program coordinator: Dr. Gyula BENE, Program coordinator of the Physics MSc in English

Additional Information

The program is offered for the next academic year, with a start date of September 1, 2026, and a deadline for applications of May 31, 2026. There is no February intake.