Overview

The History and Ethnology programme from University of Debrecen endeavour to support students to extend their research activities, to establish a stable and professional background to the young researchers in order to obtain success in their own research field.

Students will gain knowledge in:

get knowledge and do research in the area of the Hungarian and world history, social and economy history, history of political ideas and institutions

get learning and research possibilities in cultural ecology and anthropology, religion history, peoples,

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Ancient history and arts

Regions and cultures in Middle-Europe

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

History View 3 other PhDs in History in Hungary

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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

English language proficiency (B2 /IELTS 6.5 /oral examination

Relevant Master degree, one preliminary publication

Detailed CV

Detailed transcript of courses taken during graduate studies

2 recommendation letters from former professors

Proposal for a research topic chosen from those offered by the doctoral school, or a new topic with a detailed description

Valid, filled-in application form

Certificate of education

Certificate or proof of citizenship and/or permanent residence

Short Resume/CV

Medical Certificate

Bank receipt about the transfer of the application fee of 150 USD

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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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