Master of Arts in American Studies

1 July 2017

Institute website

The robust presence of the United States throughout the world, well observable in the contexts of politics, economy, and culture, calls for a body of experts who – aside from having excellent English language skills – have a specialised knowledge in the history, politics, society, culture, language, and literature of the United States. With this aim in mind, the MA programme in American Studies seeks to impart its graduates with the necessary theoretical knowledge and practical skills that can be fruitfully utilised in both private and public sector establishments interested in the communication and/or representation of American values and interests.

The two-year long programme does not confer teaching qualifications. Students are eligible for admission to PhD programmes.

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Overview

Program title American Studies MA

Academic level Graduate (Master)

Program type Degree program

Degree title Philologist in American Studies

Degree type Master of Arts

Faculty Faculty of Humanities

Institute School of English and American Studies

Accreditation number OH-FHF/2081-4/2009

ECTS credits 120

Language of tuition English

Duration 2 years (4 semesters)

Place Trefort Kert, Astoria

Program

Strength of program

Students will acquire: a sound knowledge of and fluency in American English (oral and written, academic style) in-depth knowledge of the culture, history, and literature of the United States.

Career opportunities

Academic: in all fields requiring a university degree without specifications of majors, in PhD programmes requiring a major specific degree.

Out of University careers: journalism, tourism, teaching English in non-state funded schools, government organisations, diplomacy, any other job not requiring degree-specific skills, etc.

Job examples

Journalism and media
Teaching
Marketing and advertising
Banking and accountancy
Publishing and broadcasting
Librarianship

Curriculum

What classes are offered?

For more information, please visit http://seaswiki.elte.hu/studies/welcome_%28MA%29/MA_in_American_Studies

Study Unit List

Admissions

Application documents

Required documents for admissions

A fully completed Application Form

Only electronically typewritten application forms will be considered.

Download the Application Form

Relevant pages of the passport

Scanned, in color all personal details and expiry date must be shown. Passport must be valid.

Proof of language proficiency

Official test result or certificate must be provided; see program specific proficiency requirements

An official copy of your completed secondary education (high school)

Notarized copy only on request.

Bachelor Degree

An official copy of your completed Bachelor degree

Academic records

Also called "Transcript of records"

a Curriculum Vitae in English

In MS Word format with one low resolution photo

CV - Templates and Guidelines (external link)

Research Proposal

Please consult with the coordinating department for more information

Letter of Reference

Also called "Letter of recommendation." From a former instructor and/or employer.

Statement of Purpose in English

Also called "Letter of Motivation."

Copy of application fee transfer

A bank slip showing that the application fee has been transferred to the University’s bank account

Additional documents for non-EEA applicants

Official bank account statement

Showing the cash flow of the past 12 months

Copy of Residence Permit

If the applicant is staying in Hungary with a Residence Permit

Copy of entry visa into the Schengen Zone

If the applicant has entered Hungary on a Schengen zone visa

Optional documents for admissions

Letter of Authorization

If the applicant uses the services of a non-contracted third party during the application process, a Letter of Authorization must be signed. Applications will not be processed without.

Letter of Authorization.pdf

Application procedure

After the applicant has decided which program he or she would like to apply for, and made sure all entrance requirements are met, the applicant is requested to send the required documents to admissions@btk.elte.hu.

Should the applicant want to apply in person, he or she can do so at the International Student Services office during office hours (see contact tab for more information).

Applications will only be processed if the application fee (150EUR; non-refundable) has been transferred to the Faculty’s bank account.

Keep in mind that processing the application might take 3 to 5 weeks—please make sure to apply on time if you require a visa to travel to Hungary.

For more information about the application procedures, please visit the Faculty's website at http://www.btk.elte.hu/en/apply.

Admission requirements – Language requirements

TOEFL PBT (Paper-based test): 550-583 or
TOEFL IBT (Internet-based test): 79-93 or
IELTS (International English Language Testing System): 6.5 or
CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference): C1

Entrance exam

An entrance exam might be conducted, depending on your (academic) credentials.

Launch of Program

Offered for the academic year 2017/2018? Yes

Is there a February intake? Yes

Deadline for applications – February intake 1 January 2018

Minimum number of new students 50

Maximum number of new students -

Tuition and Fees

EU/EEA students - Application fee €150.00

non-EU/EEA students - Application fee €150.00

EU/EEA students - Registration Fee €0.00

non-EU/EEA students - Registration Fee €0.00

EU/EEA students - Tuition fee/semester €2,200.00

non-EU/EEA students - Tuition fee/semester €2,200.00

Contact

Program coordinator Dr. Hordós Marianna

Senior Lecturer at the School of English and American Studies

hordos.marianna@btk.elte.hu

+36 1 485 5200 EXT. 4364

Rákóczi út 5. ép. III. em. 323.

Budapest

1088

Hungary

Program leader Prof. Dr. Zoltán Kövecses

Program Director

kovecses.zoltan@btk.elte.hu

+36 1 485 5200 EXT. 4301

Student Admissions System

Faculty of Humanities - Eötvös Loránd University

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