MSc Computer Science
Deepen your computer-science skills at Hungary's #1 research university — in English, for very low tuition. Strong foundations in algorithms and mathematics, a growing Budapest tech scene, and a 9-month post-study permit into the EU job market.
- ✓ Study at Hungary's #1 research university (QS 2026)
- ✓ English-taught, with a strong algorithms & mathematics tradition
- ✓ Very low tuition + a growing Budapest tech scene & 9-month post-study permit
The MSc builds advanced skills across algorithms, software technology, data science, and theory, with specialisation options and a research thesis. ELTE's Faculty of Informatics is Hungary's strongest, and Budapest's expanding tech ecosystem offers internships and jobs.
Graduates move into software engineering, data and research roles in Hungary and across the EU. Low tuition plus scholarships make it exceptional value for a European CS master's.
Same field, different universities
| University | Country | Level | Duration | Tuition/year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELTE ★ This programme | 🇭🇺 Hungary | Master's | 2 years | €5,200 |
| Heidelberg (DS) QS #87 | 🇩🇪 Germany | Master's | 2 years | ≈€1,500 |
| Waterloo (DS & AI) QS #112 | 🇨🇦 Canada | Master's | 16 months | CA$37,260 |
| Manchester (DS) QS #35 | 🇬🇧 UK | Master's | 1 year | £29,500 |
What you'll need
| Academic | Bachelor's in computer science or closely related field | |
| Prerequisites | Programming, algorithms, discrete maths, linear algebra | |
| English | IELTS 6.0 or equivalent (English-taught) | |
| Assessment | Entrance interview / evaluation for some tracks | |
Coming from a related (non-CS) degree? Your counsellor checks your module match and advises on bridging options so your application is strong.
Core areas
Career outcomes
Growing tech
Budapest's expanding IT & startup scene
9-month permit
Post-study job-seeking in Hungary
Roles
Software, data science, research
EU mobility
Work across the European Union
Application timeline
Tuition fees & costs
| Tuition (international) | Per annum | €5,200 |
| Total programme cost | 2 years | ≈€10,400 |
| Health insurance | Min. €50,000 cover | ≈€40/month |
| Residence permit fee | Study residence permit | ≈€110 |
Funding you may be eligible for
Alternative funding options
Available for international students at select European universities. No cosigner, collateral, or local credit history required.
Work up to 24 hours per week during term and full-time during holidays — Budapest's tech scene offers working-student roles for developers.
Monthly budget in Budapest
Budapest is one of Europe's most affordable and beautiful capitals — rich in history, safe, and full of international students. Sharing accommodation keeps costs low.
Residence-permit financial proof: about €500/month in living funds in addition to tuition — via bank statements or a sponsor.
Hungarian study residence permit
| Permit type | Residence Permit for Study Purposes | |
| Admission letter | Letter of acceptance from ELTE | |
| Application fee | ≈€110 | |
| Financial proof | ≈€500/month living funds + tuition | |
| Health insurance | Mandatory — min. €50,000 cover | |
| Post-graduation | 9-month job-seeking residence permit | |
Hear from our students
"ELTE's algorithms teaching is seriously strong, and studying CS in English for €5,200 a year is unbeatable. Budapest's tech scene gave me an internship, and my counsellor made the application and permit simple."
"Budapest is affordable and gorgeous, and the university is top in Hungary. The 9-month post-study permit gave me time to land a developer role after graduating."
Frequently asked questions
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