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GlobCred Partner · University of Pécs

A European
Master's Degree
you can actually afford.

Study at one of Hungary's oldest and most respected universities starting from just €4,400/year. No IELTS. No barriers.

€4,400
from, per year
20+
MSc & MA programmes
1367
Founded
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Webometrics Top 1000 Globally
#6 in Hungary
Schengen Zone Access
No IELTS Required
Why Pécs

The smart route
into Europe.

University of Pécs was founded in 1367 making it one of the oldest universities in Central Europe. Today it offers 20+ English-taught postgraduate programmes at fees that are a fraction of UK or German equivalents. This is not a compromise. This is a strategy.

"A 2-year Master's in Europe for less than the cost of one year in the UK."
Total tuition: €8,800–€16,000 over 2 years
EU-Accredited Degree
Internationally recognised across Europe and globally
No IELTS Required
Most MSc programmes use a Skype interview instead
Schengen Zone
Travel across 25+ European countries on one visa
Work 20 hrs/week
Earn ~€700/month part-time to offset living costs
High Visa Approval
Straightforward process with clear documentation
9-Month Post-Study
Stay in Europe to find work after graduation
Programmes

20+ postgraduate
programmes in English.

MSc · Business
Business Development
24 months Sep + Feb
€6,300
per year
IELTS Waivable
MSc · Business
Management & Leadership
24 months Sep + Feb
€6,300
per year
IELTS Waivable
MSc · Technology
Computer Science Engineering
24 months Sep
€7,079
per year
IELTS Waivable
MSc · Engineering
Architectural Engineering
24 months Sep
€7,079
per year
IELTS Waivable
MSc · Health
Nursing APRN Emergency & Intensive Care
24 months Sep
€5,000
per year
IELTS Waivable
MA · Social Sciences
International Relations
12 months Sep
€5,000
per year
IELTS 5.5 Required
Also: MSc Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Geography, Geoinformatics, Applied Mathematics, Biomedical Engineering + MA Psychology, Human Ecology, Social Policy & more
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Who can apply?

Academic & Language
Degree
Bachelor's degree with minimum 60% aggregate in relevant field
Backlogs
Up to 15 backlogs accepted
IELTS
IELTS 5.5 required for MA humanities programmes. Most MSc programmes allow waiver via Skype interview
Interview
Europass CV + Motivational Letter + Skype interview with university mandatory for all programmes
Work Exp.
Not required
Financial & Visa
Bank Funds
EUR 8,000–12,000 for 1 year living costs + balance of tuition fees funds must be 3 months seasoned
Statements
6 months bank statements required
Tuition
1st year tuition must be paid upfront before visa appointment
App Fee
EUR 100–200 depending on programme
Intakes
September (primary) · February (select programmes)
Visa Process

Simple. Clear.
Straightforward.

The Hungarian student visa (D-type / Residence Permit for Study) has a transparent process. Timeline: 2–4 weeks from submission.

1
Book your appointment
Email for a consulate slot
2
Biometrics
First appointment with consulate for fingerprints and biometric data collection
3
Visa interview + Aptitude Test
Second appointment: interview with visa officer + mandatory General Mathematics and English aptitude test
4
Decision from Migration Dept.
Visa fee: EUR 123. Decision made by Hungary's Migration Dept, not the consulate. Original documents only accepted.
Documents Required
Valid passport
Letter of Acceptance
Payment receipt (1yr fees)
6-month bank statements
Travel insurance (€30K+)
Medical insurance
School certificates (Apostilled)
Birth cert (Apostille)
Police Clearance Cert
3 years ITR
3-month accommodation booking

⚠ Critical: Education loans are NOT accepted as proof of funds for the Hungarian student visa. All funds must be self-sourced. Bring 3 sets of all documents (1 original + 2 photocopies).

Cost of Living · Pécs

Live comfortably.
Spend less.

Pécs is one of Hungary's most liveable cities and one of the most affordable university cities in Europe.

Expense Monthly Estimate
Student accommodation €150 – €250
Food & groceries €150 – €200
City transport €15 – €25
Utilities & internet €30 – €50
Miscellaneous & leisure €50 – €100
Total monthly estimate €395 – €625

Part-time work (20 hrs/week) typically earns €600–€800/month, fully covering living costs.

Next Steps

Ready to study
in Europe?

Apply through GlobCred to get guided support through the entire process from application to visa.

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