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Diploma of Program Design in IT Specialist
Wekerle International University
- Budapest, Hungary
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
Two-semester postgraduate diploma in programming and web application design.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (None (job-seeking or business-start-up residence permit exists: up to 9 months, not extendable, Act XC of 2023 s.55; it gives no right to work, but its holder may apply in Hungary for a Hungarian Card, EU Blue Card or guest self-employment permit while it is valid)): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
Career outcomes
- Program designer in IT roles
- Combining IT skills with an original field
Curriculum
- Two semesters
- 60 credits. Core part (30 credits): IT basics and algorithms
- Java and JavaScript programming
- Object-oriented programming
- Simple website design
- Database management and SQL. Specialised part (30 credits): web application design
- Visual programming
- Java development environment
- Software development technologies
- And a 15-credit thesis.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor degree (at least 3 years) in IT
- Natural
- Technical
- Agricultural or economic sciences
- Authenticated certificate and transcripts
- English B2.
Accepted academic background
BA or BSc degree (at least 3 years of study) in any field for Marketing Manager, In IT, Natural, Technical, Agricultural or economic sciences for Program-Designer IT Specialist, Executive MBA also needs an attestation of service of at least 3 years, Authenticated degree certificate and transcripts
Language tests
- IELTS 5.5
- TOEFL iBT 72
Other requirements
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- Completed application form
- Passport photograph and signature pages
- Authenticated school-leaving certificates and academic results
- English language proficiency certificate
- Authenticated prior degree certificate
- Transcripts of completed semesters
How to apply
- Check the entry requirements on the programme page. Complete the registration form in the application portal; application fee 100 EUR. Upload scanned copies: application form with sponsor details
- passport
- authenticated school certificates
- authenticated degree certificate (at least 3 years) and transcripts
- English certificate; Executive MBA also needs a 3-year service attestation. Pay the registration fee on enrolment and show your passport and original documents. Apply for the student visa using the official university website.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | €5,880 EUR |
|---|---|
| Application fee | €100 EUR |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Budapest |
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| Faculty or school | _ |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | None (job-seeking or business-start-up residence permit exists: up to 9 months, not extendable, Act XC of 2023 s.55; it gives no right to work, but its holder may apply in Hungary for a Hungarian Card, EU Blue Card or guest self-employment permit while it is valid) |
| Scholarship note | Regional tuition scholarship eligibility depends on citizenship and the specific program. Confirm the available award and final tuition amount in the university admission offer. |
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
Tuition is €5,880 EUR per year. The application fee is €100 EUR. The estimated living cost is €8,000 EUR.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 72. An interview is required.

