Overview

Dive into the depths of Buddhist wisdom and heritage with Eötvös Loránd University's Master of Arts program in Buddhist Studies. Explore the intricate teachings of Buddhism, from its philosophical foundations to its practical applications in daily life. Gain insights into the rich cultural heritage of Buddhist communities worldwide and discover the transformative power of Buddhist thought and practice.

Key Features

Comprehensive study of Buddhist philosophy, history, and culture
Exploration of various Buddhist traditions and schools
Opportunities for language study in classical Buddhist languages (e.g., Sanskrit, Pali, Tibetan)
Access to renowned scholars and experts in Buddhist studies
Emphasis on interdisciplinary approaches to understanding Buddhism
Integration of theory and practice through meditation and mindfulness training

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Buddhist Philosophy: Foundations and Schools
History of Buddhism: From Ancient India to the Modern World
Buddhist Ethics and Morality
Buddhist Scriptures and Textual Analysis
Buddhism and Psychology
Buddhist Art and Iconography

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Budapest, Hungary

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies Asian studies View 5 other Masters in Area & Cultural Studies 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.

Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants must hold a university bachelor’s degree (or an equivalent college degree) in the fields listed below:

a) Full credit acknowledgement is only given for a BA degree in Oriental Languages and Cultures (or a BA degree with a different name, but equivalent content).

b) In the case of a BA degree from any other study fields (preferably humanities or religious studies), each degree will be considered individually, and transcripts from your diploma as well as course descriptions will be requested. The applicant must have at least 50 credits from the fields of Oriental Languages and Cultures.

Language requirements

Minimum level of language proficiency (oral) (A1-C2): B2-C1 (English)Minimum level of language proficiency (written) (A1-C2): C1 (English)

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

5000 EUR / year

≈ 5000 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

5000 EUR / year

≈ 5000 EUR / year

Living costs

Budapest

Hungary

172338 - 268251 HUF / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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