Welcome to the M.A Educational Science

The aim of the program is to train perfect professionals in the theoretical foundations and basic methods of educational sciences. Students will obtain an integrated knowledge of educational sciences and pedagogical practice, and neighbouring disciplines (philosophy, psychology, sociology, economy and law).
Fields of the program:

  • Theoretical and conceptual system of educational science 15-20 credits;
  • Psychological, social, political and legal background of education, teaching and training and their Hungarian and international aspects, trends 15-20 credits;
  • Main fields of education, teaching and civilization research and their research methodology 15-20 credits;
  • Educational and other institutions of education and training, as well as organisational and socialising forms of pedagogical innovation and support of organisational development 25-30 credits;
  • Specialization: 40-45 credits.
Specializations: Early Childhood Studies / Sustainability and Society
MAIN SUBJECTS: Pedagogical research, International education systems, Education models and paradigms, Pedagogical antropology, Neuropedagogical research in education, Innovation in pedagogy, Children’s culture, Environmental education, Sustainable communities - pedagogical aspects, Chapters in Evolutionary Psychology
JOB OPORTUNITIES: This program offers students in-depth knowledge for working at governmental authorities and companies, research institutions as well as for private companies, public administration, international organisations and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) like Educational Manager, Educational Administrator, Analyst, Educational Scholar and Researcher in schools and universities.
PREREQUISITES:
Undergraduate / Bachelor diploma (or higher) is required.
Full acknowledgement is given for the following degrees:
  • BA degree of Andragogy
  • BA degree of Teacher education
  • BA degree of Primary School Teacher Training
  • BA degree of Pre-School Teacher Training
  • BA degree of Infant and Early Childhood Education
  • Bachelor Degree in Psychology, Education, Special Education, Social Pedagogy
Further bachelor’s or master’s degree programs are accepted in case the applicant possesses 50 credits in the following fields: pedagogical, psychological, philosophical and ethical studies; adult education studies; communicational science; health science; sociology, anthropology, political sciences; economic and legal studies.

Eligibility

Admission Requirement

We’ve simplified the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. You can find all requirements for admission to the University of Sopron below

  1. Bachelor Certificate
  2. Bachelor Transcript
  3. Passport
  4. Recommendation Letter
  5. English Proficiency Letter
  6. Statement of Purpose
  7. CV
  8. Wassce /A level Cert

English Language Requirement

University of Sopron will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12 year education or English is designated as the primary and official language, and the principle language of instruction.

Intakes

Fall, 2024

From January, 2024 to May, 2024

Open

Fall, 2025

From January, 2025 to May, 2025

Open