About the program
The main objective of this MA in Educational Sciences program is to give participants a comprehensive overview of schooling as well as the individual and social processes of learning and instruction. They will be able to further their expertise in research and professional communication. The program is recommended for those who wish to gain a comprehensive overview of schooling as well as the individual and social processes of learning and instruction, and for those who would like to develop their research skills, and further their expertise by becoming familiar with the newest research methods and findings, and for those who wish to understand the nature of phenomena and the methods and instruments with which they are examined.
Level of the program: Master program
Duration of the program: 4 semesters
Registered in: EU
Credits: 120
Who should apply?
Applications are accepted from college or university graduates. Both oral and written competence in the English language is required for entry into the program. The program is recommended for those who wish to gain a comprehensive overview of schooling as well as the individual and social processes of learning and instruction, and for those who would like to develop their research skills, and further their expertise by becoming familiar with the newest research methods and findings, and for those who wish to understand the nature of phenomena and the methods and instruments with which they are examined.
Application requirements:
- A Bachelor Degree in Psychology, Pedagogy, Adult Education, Social Pedagogy, Elementary Education, Pre-school Teaching, Special Education provides direct entry to the program.
- Additionally, a BA Degree demonstrating a minimum of 50 credits obtained in the fields of Psychology, Pedagogy, Theories and History of Education, Educational Management and Policies, and additionnally, Economics, Law and Health Sciences.
- Certificate of English Language of B2 / C1 level of proficiency, issued by an accredited language center after a successful four-skill examination of English.
IELTS Band: min. 6.5, TOEFL, TELS, Euroexam, LanguageCert or Cambridge First Certificate or Certificate of Advanced English, Korean College Scholastic Ability Tests (English Language results between 1-4) are equally accepted as a proof of English proficiency. Duolingo Tests are NOT accepted!
- Other required documents for a fully valid application: a letter of motivation (NOT AI generated!) in English. Please specify in your motication letter which specialisation track interests you (Early Childhood Education or Evaluation and Assessment).
Description of selection and entrance examination process
- Bachelor level studies as specified in Minimal Requirements, a demonstrated proficiency in English (Intermediate level language exam, at least IELTS 6.5 or equivalent, a certificate from an internationally recognised language examination body), and an individual interview online.
- Academic Records: the officially issued originals and the certified English translations of the diploma and of the full certified transcript of the bachelor level studies, including an explanation of the credit and the grading system. Applicants register via the online application system.
- The entrance exam will be conducted in person, at a venue belonging to the Faculty of Arts OR at a venue previously designated by the Faculty of Arts in the applicant’s place of residence OR through a videoconference. The applicant is identified on the basis of personal documents.
The entrance exam consists of two parts: the applicant\'s presentation of a topic related to Education and an interview focusing on motivation, background and plans related to education.
Program structure:
The 120 credits of the program are divided as follows:
60 credits: core studies
20 credits: research and thesis writing
40 credits: specialisation – Possible streams include Early Childhood Education, Assessment and Evaluation, and Compensatory Education. Of these streams, one or two are run for each class. The streams to be run are chosen based on student preferences.
Career opportunities:
This degree is useful in the management or research of learning and instruction, in positions that require educational expertise, deep understanding, and systemic thinking.
Application Step by Step
1. Read the program description on our website.
2. Click on Apply here button below and sign up for the online application platform.
3. Fill in the online application form, upload the necessary documents and make sure to pay the application fee.
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Start of the program: September or February of each year
Tuition fee: 2200 EUR
Application fee: 79 EUR
Entrance Exam fee: 250 EUR
For more information please visit the program website or contact Dr. Edit Katalin Molnár at molnar@edpsy.u-szeged.hu.
