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Doctoral programmes

PhD in Material Sciences and Technologies

by the Faculty of Materials and Chemical Engineering

Study programme
Kerpely Antal Doctoral School of Material Sciences and Technologies
Qualification
PhD in Material Sciences and Technologies
Level
Phd
Application period
2025/26 Autumn intake: 1 October 2024 – 15 June 2025
Duration
8 semesters
Teaching mode
on-site
Language requirements
English (IELTS 6.0 or equivalent)
Academic requirements
Master’s in Technical and Natural Sciences
ECTS credits to collect
240 credits in 8 semesters (120 credits in 1-4 semesters and 120 credits in 5-8 semesters)
Tuition fee
3500 EUR/semester
Other fees
150 EUR application fee
Lecture, seminar – practice
40% – 60%

Short description

The program is designed for those who wish to engage in scientific research, design future materials, meet internationally renowned researchers. The Faculty of Materials and Chemical Engineering offers these opportunities throughout the 4-year PhD programme.

The Kerpely Antal Doctoral School of Materials Science and Technologies welcomes students interested in contemporary topics in materials science. State-of-the-art laboratories and equipment are available for PhD research and joint projects with industry provide opportunities to expand professional skills.

Specializations

Specializations
  • Chemical Metallurgy
  • Foundry
  • Interface and Nanotechnologies
  • Plasticization of Metals
  • Material Information
  • Space Science and Technology
  • High Temperature Equipment and Thermal Energy Management
  • Ceramics and Technologies
  • Polymer technology
  • Chemical Processes and Technologies

Entrance examination

Stage 1.

To be admitted to the doctoral programme, applicants must first receive a Letter of Acceptance. This means we only accept applications for topics published on the www.doktori.hu website. Applicants should choose a topic, briefly discuss the research plan with the supervisor and if the supervisor agrees, we will issue the Letter of Acceptance.

Stage 2.

The faculty coordinator will organize a Skype interview, which lasts 15-20 minutes. A designated entrance examination committee will ask questions such as introducing yourself, discussing your MSc thesis, your scientific background, future goals and why you want to study in Hungary.

During the entrance examination 100% can be obtained. The minimum score for admission is 65%, which is only a compulsory pre-condition but does not guarantee automatic admission.

Factors considered during the selection process
  • Professional knowledge (degree, official transcript, performance in the entrance examination):
    max 10 points
  • Suitability for research work (written documentation submitted, research plan, entrance examination):
    max 10 points
  • Language knowledge (language examination certificates and the quality of replies in English during the entrance examination):
    max 10 points
  • Journal articles, papers and other scientific activities:
    max 10 points

The total score is calculated in percentage.

Stage 3.

After the Skype interview, the entrance examination documents with the results are forwarded to the Directorate for International Relations.

Career prospects

Students with a PhD degree in Materials Science can pursue careers in research institutes, enterprises and laboratories as researchers, material designers, tech developers and more. Thanks to their strong theoretical background, they are also well-qualified to take on positions as lecturers or professors at universities.

Meet our Student Ambassadors and connect with students from the faculty. Check out their testimonials or reach out to them directly!

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Prof. Dr. Árpád Bence Palotás

Dean, Faculty of Materials and Chemical Engineering

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Welcome to the Faculty of Materials and Chemical Engineering at the University of Miskolc (Hungary), where we prepare the engineers of tomorrow to lead the innovations that shape our global future. Our faculty is renowned for its modern approach to education and research in materials science and chemical engineering, fields that are essential in addressing the challenges of our ever-evolving, technology-driven world. Our programs are designed to immerse you in cutting-edge technologies and groundbreaking research.

Prof. Dr. Árpád Bence Palotás

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