Bachelor of Arts in Romanian

1 July 2017

Department website

The main goal of the program is to ensure a good knowledge of the Romanian language and literature. BA level provides a thorough training in order to be able to continue at Master level. The program also emphasis the practical training so that those who graduate it will have the chance to engage in the competitive sphere/ labor market (translator, editor, publisher, etc.)

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Overview

Program title Romance Philology: Specialized in Romanian BA

Academic level Undergraduate (Bachelor)

Program type Degree program

Degree title Philologist in Romanistics, Specialized in Romanian Studies

Degree type Bachelor of Arts

Faculty Faculty of Humanities

Institute Institute of Romance Studies

Department(s) Department of Romanian Philology

Accreditation number FF/1394-2/2015

ECTS credits 180

Language of tuition Romanian

Duration 3 years (6 semesters)

Place Trefort Kert, Astoria

Program

Strength of program

The Department of Romanian philology was founded in 1863. It was the first chair of the Romanian language and literature in Europe. The Department has several contracts with universities (University of Bucharest, Babes-Bolyai University of Cluj Napoca, University of Oradea) and academic institutions (George Bariţiu Academic Institute of History) from Romania. Diplomas from our department, based on European regulations and the Romanian-Hungarian bilateral agreements are recognized in Romania and also in Europe.

Career opportunities

Those who graduate from our department can go on to master program, or can find a job. Here are some examples where those who have graduated with us, are working: publishing, journalism, school education, ministry of foreign affairs, cultural relations, self-government, state government, tourism etc.

Job examples

Publishing, journalism, school education, ministry of foreign affairs, cultural relations, self-government, state government, tourism etc.

Curriculum

What classes are offered?

For more information, please visit http://romantanszek.elte.hu

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.

Academic records

Also called "Transcript of records"

Statement of Purpose in target language

A maximum of 500 words. 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

a Curriculum Vitae in English

In MS Word format with one low resolution photo

CV - Templates and Guidelines (external link)

Letter of Reference

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

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

Romanian: DELF B1

Entrance exam

An entrance exam might be conducted, depending on your (academic) credentials. Should this be required, a member of the relevant department will contact you with more information, as to make sure you can prepare accordingly.

Launch of Program

Offered for the academic year 2017/2018? Yes

Is there a February intake? No

Minimum number of new students 1

Maximum number of new students 5

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 €1,500.00

non-EU/EEA students - Tuition fee/semester €1,500.00

Contact

Program coordinator Dr. Levente Nagy

Head of the Department of Romanian Philology

nagy.levente@btk.elte.hu

+36 1 485 5200 EXT. 5248

Múzeum krt. 4/D II. em. 216.

Budapest

1088

Hungary

Program leader Dr. Levente Nagy