[MSc] Astronomy

Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE) · Budapest, Hungary

Level
Master's
Award
MSc (Astronomer) Accreditation FF/1440-3/2015
Language
English
Duration
4 semesters (2 years) (120 ECTS)
Study mode
Full-time
Faculty
Faculty of Science
ECTS
120
Tuition
€4,190

Entry requirements and how to apply

Entry qualification and requirements
Undergraduate / Bachelor diploma (or higher) Bachelor degrees are accepted in the following fields: Physics and Geology (with a specialization in Astronomy) Additionally, other specializations can be accepted of Bachelor degrees in Physics and Geology, if the applicant in the following fields has: – at least 55 ECTS credits in mathematics (computer science (calculus), algebra, probability; statistics; programming) – at least 15 credits physics (mechanics, optics, electricity, nuclear physics, atomic physics, quantum physics) – at least 20 credits astronomy (astronomic observations, intro to astronomy, astrometrics, astrophyiscs) The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. You must take the original entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university.
Language requirements
English An internationally accredited language examination is required with at least a B2 CEFR level or equivalent result. Examples of minimum level accepted: TOEFL iBT 72 pts IELTS 5.5 Alternatively, an official certificate issued by the applicant’s previous higher education institution can be accepted, stating that the applicant’s previous education (Bachelor’s degree) was completed entirely in English.
Other requirements
A motivation letter must be added to your application. Documents to submit with application: Bachelor-level degree Transcript of records CV Motivation letter Copy of the main pages of the passport (it needs to be valid) Passport photo Medical certificate Receipt of the application fee transfer Language certificate Entrance examination and selection process Applicants are expected to attend an interview personally or via Skype. Applicants who claim to have a basic knowledge of astronomy not supported by transcripts can also pass an entry examination, together with the interview, in order to be exempted from taking preparatory courses.

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