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Applied Economics

Eötvös Loránd University · Hungary

Applied Economics

General economics training with methodology and social, political and international applications, plus an introduction to other social sciences and business studies (180 ECTS).

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Where
BudapestHungary
Degree
BSc
Length
3 years
Taught in
English
Starts
Autumn 2027
Apply by
31 May 2027Last of several rounds; applying early is safer.
Admission
SelectiveIB grades
EU/EEA fee
€2,400 a year€1,200 a semester
More facts
Degree
BSc
Length
3 years
Taught in
English
Starts
Autumn 2027

Deadlines

  1. 31 May 2027

    Applications close
    Hard deadline
    DetailsSource
  2. 6 July 2027*

    IB results released
    Details

    After most Hungarian deadlines. You apply on predicted grades and entrance exams, and upload the Diploma once you have it.

    Source

* Last year’s date, not yet confirmed.

Every date in Hungary

What it is

The course gives general economics training with a social, political and international slant: economic concepts, principles and theories, rigorous methodology, and an introduction to other social sciences and business studies. It looks at how individuals, firms and nations make strategic choices and at the political and social forces behind them, using deductive reasoning and mathematical models. The broad, general design is meant to keep career choices open. Graduates work as business, financial and market analysts or in marketing and sales, in government, NGOs, media and sport, or continue to a master's in economics, business, sociology or international relations.

What you need

  • The IB Diploma counts as your secondary certificate (ELTE wants it equivalent to the Hungarian matriculation). English B2, or an English-medium school certificate; economics degrees encourage IB results.
Requirements in full

Check it on apply.elte.hu

How places are decided

    • IB grades
    • Interview
    • Motivation letter
    Scored on school records plus an online oral entrance exam, which you must pass; motivation letter of 1,500-4,000 characters.
Sources (2)
  1. Applied Economics at ELTE — checked 2026-09-30
  2. IB applicants at ELTE

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