Overview

The main goal of our PhD program is to provide knowledge on research in the educational sciences field, prepare students for this activity, and develop the skills needed to carry out research in this area. The main fields of the research activities of our doctoral school are the historical and theoretical perspectives of education, examination of teaching and learning processes, neuropedagogy, reading literacy, educational sociology, romology, and education of minorities. We expect students who are motivated to research these fields and intend to work in this research community.

Programme Structure

1st semesterEducation systemKnowledge and learning theoriesTheory and research2nd semesterEducational psychologyResearch methodology3rd semesterComparative educationMethodology and researchEye tracking4th semesterEducation and personal development from historical and philosophical perspectiveCognitive neuropsychological approach to learning and teaching5th semesterResearch seminar6th semesterResearch/Training practice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Pécs, Hungary

Disciplines

Education Educational Research Educational Psychology View 3 other PhDs in Education 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.

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Tuition Fees

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Applies to you

Citizens or residents

6000 EUR / year

≈ 6000 EUR / year

Additional Details

Application fee: EUR 140

Living costs

Pécs

Hungary

118000 - 165000 HUF / month

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Scholarships Information

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