Doctoral programmes (PhD/DLA)
After finishing their master training programme, those interested in scientific work and a career as a researcher can continue their studies at BME’s doctoral programmes. PhDs are available in a number of disciplines in various doctoral schools, as well as DLAs (Doctor of Liberal Arts) in the independent creative practice of architecture.
Who can apply for a doctoral programme?
Anyone who has an MSc degree, a language qualification and has at least a basic level of scientific background, and who envisages a career in research and academia.
What does the recruitment process usually look like?
Applications for doctoral programmes must be submitted in writing (the deadline is usually 31 May for autumn trainings and 31 December for mid-year trainings). Written applications must be accompanied by a curriculum vitae, documents proving your qualifications and language competence, a research plan and a letter of motivation.
The admission procedure includes a professional oral interview with representatives of the Faculty Doctoral Council, who select the candidates for the doctoral programme on the basis of written application papers and the results of oral interviews.
Individual admission requirements for each doctoral school can be found on the specific school’s or faculty's website.
How long does a doctoral programme take?
Trainings based on the recommended curriculum are 4 terms long. Trainings start in the autumn term, and also in spring as a cross-term training.
The activities of PhD students include scientific research, learning professional subjects and teaching.
Doctoral programme pages of BME faculties
Faculty of Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Chemical Technology and Biotechnology
Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Informatics
Faculty of Transportation Engineering and Vehicle Engineering
Faculty of Economic and Social Sciences
Contact details of BME doctoral schools and their heads, as well as details of doctoral programmes can be found on the BME doctoral programme page.