Overview

The Legal Studies programme from University of Debrecen is intend to satisfy the increasing demand for PhD degrees to be an indication of the capability for a high level of abstraction, as well as of the knowledge and talent necessary for the application of the findings of academic research.

Students will:

develop the ability for (primarily applied) research,

be able to put their high standard of knowledge to use in the appropriate area of administration or legal practice.

develop skills in capable individuals that enable them to use empirical and other academic research methods in a targeted and full-fledged manner, and to produce book-length, original publications in specific areas of scholarship.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

International Law

Public Law

Civil Law

Legal Studies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-02-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Debrecen, Hungary

Disciplines

Legal Studies

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Language requirements: English language proficiency (TOEFL 590 /IELTS 7.5 /oral examination)

Academic requirements: Relevant Master degree

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

6500 USD / year

≈ 6500 USD / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

6500 USD / year

≈ 6500 USD / year

Living costs

Debrecen

Hungary

131024 - 194967 HUF / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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