Program Overview

MA in English Studies

Introduction

The goal of the degree program is to train experts in the field of English Studies who have sound theoretical, methodological, and practical knowledge of the English language and can apply such knowledge in practice.

Program Details

• Degree: Master of Arts in English Studies
• Duration of Training: 2 years (4 semesters)
• Language: English
• Intake: Fall
• Deadline of Application: 06/30/2026
• Next Starting Date: 09/01/2026
• Fees:
  • Tuition fee: EUR 2500/semester (for non-EU students); EUR 1900/semester (for EU students)
  • Application fee: EUR 140
  • Registration fee: -

Description of the Program

The program aims to train experts with thorough knowledge and understanding of the literature, culture, and social and political systems of English-speaking countries. Graduates can apply their knowledge in the business sector, media, education, diplomacy, and other fields. The program is offered to full-time students and in the form of a correspondence program.

Specializations

Students can choose from two specializations:

• Specialization in English literature
• Specialization in English applied linguistics

Graduate Profile

Graduates of the MA degree program have a thorough knowledge of English-speaking cultures and are qualified to:

• Carry out tasks that require special expertise and education
• Pursue their profession in theory and practice in an interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary manner
• Conduct independent research
• Publish original studies on the culture, history, and literature of English-speaking nations and the English language
• Mediate between English-speaking and Hungarian-speaking cultures at a high level

Personal Abilities and Skills

Graduates are expected to have:

• High level of professional motivation and commitment
• Highly developed ability to analyze
• Ability to explore similarities and differences between different cultures
• Intercultural attitude
• High level of proficiency in English and good communication skills
• Good presentation abilities

Discipline and Academic Level

• Discipline: Human and Social Sciences
• Academic Level/Type: Master

Application Procedure

To apply, follow these steps:

1. Register on the application site and fill out the application form.
2. Upload the necessary documents and submit the application.
3. After submitting the application, the applicant will receive information on further steps.
4. The evaluation of the application will start after the application fee is received.

Application Requirements

The applicant must submit the following documents:

• Certified and translated (if originals are not in English) copy of BA diploma in English Studies (major or minor) - with transcript of records
• Minimum condition for entry to the Masters degree program: at least 38 credits in the field of English and American Studies.
• Certified and translated (if originals are not in English) copy of school transcripts showing satisfactory completion of senior high school.
• Europass CV in English
• Motivation letter (introduction plus field of interest, etc.) in 3000 to 3500 characters.
• Copy of valid passport or national ID
• Medical certificate
• Transfer receipt of the EUR 140 application fee
• English language proficiency certificate (C1 level)

English Language Proficiency

Acceptable online language exams:

• IELTS Indicator from score 7.0
• Oxford Online Placement Test: 81 points Official copy of the following language exam certificates:
• TOEFL (iBT internet-based): 95
• TOEFL CBT: 220
• IELTS: Overall Band Score: 7
• ECL: C1 level
• Trinity Integrated Skills in English (ISE and ISE Digital): ISE III
• Pearson PTE Academic: 76 points
• Oxford Test of English Advanced (OTEA): 141 points
• Michigan English Test: 64 points

Entrance Exam

An entrance exam is required, which will focus on the selected area of specialization.

Examples of Subjects During the Studies

• 1st semester: The System of English in a Historical Perspective, Research Methodology
• 2nd semester: Current Issues in Literary and Cultural Studies, Individual Differences in SLA, A Cultural History of Literary Genres in Britain
• 3rd semester: Metaphor and Thought, The Gothic and Fantastic in English Literature
• 4th semester: electives, such as New Englishes, English Corpus Linguistics, Modernism and Postmodernism in the Literatures of the British Isles