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Welcome to the International Relations HUB!
Explore your academic journey with ease on our dedicated platform. Find program-specific information, course details, and important updates to support you throughout your studies. Dive into opportunities for internships, research, and networking. Do you have questions? We are here to help. Welcome to a resourceful space tailored just for you.
Zoltán Gálik, programme director: C.4.412
Email: zoltan.galik@uni-corvinus.hu
Krisztina Gabriella Zieger, programme coordinator: E.3.329
Email: krisztina.zieger@uni-corvinus.hu
The number of credits to be completed for the bachelor’s degree: 180 credits
− degree orientation: balanced (40-60 percent)
− thesis credit value: 10 credits
− minimum credit value of optional courses: 10 credits
Please keep in mind that you are required to follow the training program valid in the school year of your admission! That is why you can find the training programs of different academic years here:
It is recommended to include the subjects in the schedule according to the sample curriculum, which can also be found in Neptun. The student may deviate from this, taking into account:
Hungarian Language is a compulsory subject for the students participating in the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship program in the first two semesters.
The detailed rules related to the admission of the subjects and the completion of the subjects are included in the Study and Examination Regulations!
Physical education is a criterion subject, the condition for obtaining a diploma is the completion of two semesters. The two semesters of physical education can be completed at any time during the program. Students who have fulfilled the criterion can only take the subject for a reimbursement fee.
Foreign language competence in a specialised language other than English
The acquisition of foreign language competence in a specialised language other than the language of training may be achieved by completing the “foreign language competence I.” course of a 0 credit value and a signed, non-contact-hour criterion course. This subject is included in the penultimate semester of the degree programme, but is recommended to be taken in the bachelor program from the 5th semester onwards.
Expected level: An accredited complex exam – assessing writing, reading, listening and speaking skills – in a modern foreign language for specific purposes at CEFR B2 level or above (in the field of the relevant university programme).”
During their studies, students can study a foreign language as an elective subject for two semesters free of charge. Please note that learning a language for specific purposes is strongly recommended. Once the two semesters have been completed, students can only take additional language courses if they pay a set fee for the course.
To increase the effectiveness of language learning and reduce the time it takes to reach the level required for the language exams, we recommend that you take extra language classes (one or two time slots per week) for a fee.
In addition to the free language courses, a number of paid courses (0 credits) are available for those who wish to learn more languages.
The demonstrator may be involved in the teaching and research activities of the University’s institutes and research centres during his/her university years. They may be involved in activities that support teaching such as searching for scientific sources and data and processing case studies to update teaching materials.
Demonstration activities help to deepen students’ professional knowledge and to stimulate their interest in academic teaching and scientific work.
Why is it worth becoming a demonstrator?
Being a demonstrator looks very good on a CV, it is also an advantage when applying for certain scholarships and, as a result of intensive professional work, it offers the opportunity to write a high quality TDK paper or thesis.
If you are interested in becoming a demonstrator, keep an eye out for the official call for applications before each semester.
More information on the position and on how to become a demonstrator can be found below.
Corvinus University of Budapest offers you a number of social needs-based and academic type of scholarships with various support options. You can find all the essential information on the Corvinus landing page about the types of scholarships available at the University!
Scientific Students’ Associations Conference (TDK)
What is TDK?
The Scientific Students’ Associations Conference (known as TDK) provides a public forum for student publications which go beyond the core syllabus and represent a high scientific standard. Our aim is to assist the scientific and professional career of the authors and to help improve scientific thinking and discussion. The papers are completed with the help of a consultant and the students present them in sections similarly to scientific conferences. The papers and presentations are judged by a professional jury, according to requirements and standards of scientific publications.
TDK is a two-stage competition for students (both undergraduate and graduate) interested in the world around them.
Name of specialisation: European Integration specialisation
The specialisation constitutes theoretical and practical knowledge that is capable of working on the given field, improves personal abilities, and results in specialised competences relevant to individual interests. The credit value of optional courses within studies of the practice and theory of communication is 40-44 credits.
Specialisation selection rules:
Ranking is based on academic average.
Application for the specialisation is due in the 2nd semester.
Internship requirements:
The internship is an at least four week long, contiguous internship as defined in the programme syllabus. Defined in the Study and Examination Regulations.
The optimal/expected duration of the internship is a minimum of 4 consistent weeks, during which a minimum of 120 hours of work is mandatory. It can be scheduled for the 6th semester, or after the completion of the 2nd semester.
Would you like to study abroad? We recommend you planning it in the semesters 2-5. These international opportunities are waiting for you at Corvinus University. Apply for our Erasmus+ and bilateral programs or to the university of your choice as a Freemover! Winter and summer universities are also waiting for your application abroad!
You can study at our prestigious partner universities and also gain international experience that will be advantageous in your future career. During your studies abroad, you can deepen your professional knowledge and build international connections that you can leverage in your career.
Please note that as a student in the PPE BA program, you can apply for courses in social sciences and in economics. Turn to the program director if you need consultation or have any questions.
IMPORTANT!
Before applying, please make sure to thoroughly read the relevant year’s application guidelines, usually published in the fall semester. The requirements change from year to year, so it’s worth taking the time to review them carefully.
For more detailed information, click here!
Erasmus+ and Bilateral Programs
Erasmus+
Among the main focuses of Erasmus+ are the development of key competencies and skills, as well as the support for improving existing language skills. So far, the program has supported more than four million students in gaining international experience. At Corvinus, approximately 500-600 students travel to foreign universities each year, and we host a similar number of incoming students.
We hope that soon foundation universities can also benefit from EU higher education support, making it possible for students securing international positions for the 2024-25 academic year to receive Erasmus+ funding.
If EU funding is not available during the outbound trips, we will be able to provide scholarships from other sources for international partial studies at Erasmus+ partner universities to a similar extent as Erasmus+ support.
Apart from Erasmus+ (bilateral programs):
Corvinus University has outstanding internationally recognized partner universities not only in countries covered by the Erasmus+ program but also worldwide. This allows you to spend your semester abroad not only within Europe but also in places like Australia, Singapore, the USA, or even Brazil. Currently, there is no Erasmus+ scholarship available to cover the costs of studying abroad, and we will keep you informed about any available funding options.
It’s essential to know that financial support for bilateral programs is not automatic. Therefore, we recommend applying for these opportunities if you can secure financing from other sources for your international semester.
Who is eligible?
As an undergraduate student, you can apply as early as your first semester.
Why should you apply?
Through the Erasmus+ and bilateral programs, you can study as a guest student at one of Corvinus University’s internationally recognized partner universities. Credits earned during your foreign studies can be transferred to your home program. By carefully selecting the universities you apply to, you can fulfill both mandatory and elective courses while abroad. During your semester abroad, you can gain valuable professional and cultural experiences, improve your language skills, and build international friendships at prestigious foreign universities.
Where to apply?
You can apply for partial studies abroad through the Mobility Manager system.
For questions about the programmes, travel, travel, finances and scholarships, students can use the Do it Online! application via MyCorvinus HUB.
Degree thesis/ Dissertation
The aim of the degree thesis is to demonstrate the student’s knowledge and expertise in a chosen topic, scientific data collection, systematization, analysis and processing related to the chosen topic, discussion of the chosen phenomenon or problem, hypothesis creation, problem solving, analysis of alternative hypotheses, argumentation and in refuting the counter-arguments, in a coherent, consistent, language-oriented written explanation of his thoughts, views, positions, statements.
Type of Degree thesis: Research thesis
a) obtaining a final certificate (The University will issue a final certificate to the student who has obtained the study and examination regulation prescribed in the curriculum, and the required internship (professional experience), the required credits. 12. Conditions for admission to the final examination
b) submission of the dissertation by the deadline,
c) evaluation of the dissertation with a different grade than the deadline,
d) registration for the final exam by the deadline,
e) the student has no overdue payment debt to the University for the given training,
f) accounted for with assets owned by the University (borrowed books, sports equipment, etc.).
A student who has not fulfilled any of the provisions of the points a)-f) cannot be admitted to the final examination.
The final exam consists of the defense of the dissertation and the oral complex exam.
Study Administration by the Student Services
Program Coordinators at the Student Administration Office will provide you with the most up-to-date info on degree programs, exam periods, academic schedules, mandatory internship, specialization selection, final examination process, etc. from enrollment to graduation. They are responsible for generating and maintaining the most accurate personal and academic records of the students in the University’s official student database (Neptun). Your dedicated Program Coordinator will guide you through your entire student life-cycle from registration to diploma hand-over. Let it be student card, exam registration, administrative fee payment, Neptun requests or change in your personal data/documents feel free to contact us. Office hours, contacts and online help is available on Corvinus’s official website.
The digital platform for study administration is Do it Online! where students can find comprehensive information about Student Services on topics such as:
The Student Services can only accept all electronic correspondence from the firstname.surname@stud.uni-corvinus.hu email address, unfortunately we cannot accept correspondence from private email addresses.
We can only accept all electronic correspondence from the firstname.surname@stud.uni-corvinus.hu email address, unfortunately we cannot accept correspondence from private email addresses.
If you are still looking for an answer after checking the website, contact us here:
The Student Services can only accept all electronic correspondence from the firstname.surname@stud.uni-corvinus.hu email address, unfortunately we cannot accept correspondence from private email addresses.
More information on in-person and digital study administration
You will need to contact the department responsible for the subject. Only departmental administrators can create new places on the course. Student office is not involved in this process.
Many requests are only available before the deadlines are due. These deadlines are communicated via Neptun messages. Please always read your Neptun messages.
If you need a student status or credit certificate, that you want to use electronically, you can download it from your Neptun account (Neptun -> Information -> General forms). If necessary, a student coordinator in the Student Area can sign and stamp it for you.
You can take the credit required +10% without having to pay extra. (240 + 24, i.e. up to 264 credits) This means that you will have to pay extra on top of 264 credits.
A student can take a maximum of 42 credits per semester. It is possible to deviate from this rule in the case of double-degree programmes, where students get two degrees at the same time.
Students can sit an examination in a given subject a total of three (3) times per semester, and a total of six (6) times in the case of repeated registration for a subject. (Study and Examination Regulations 70§)
The student can only repeat the subject for a fourth (4th) time if his/her request for equity has been granted.
Students must register for the final examination in a separate Neptun interface, which is separate from the submission of their thesis. Failure to register means that the student will not be allowed to defend their thesis in that examination period.
If bank account data have changed, students can update them in Neptun/Finances/Settings. For all other data, students can either bring the new documents to the Student Area where a Student Coordinator will update the data in Neptun or students can also send a good quality image of the relevant pages of the new documents via Do it Online! and a Student Coordinator will update the data based on the images sent.