The Social Work in Health Care, MSc program at the University of Debrecen (UD) focuses on the social and psychological aspects of healthcare and patient support. The program prepares students to work with individuals and communities facing health-related social challenges, with particular attention to vulnerable groups, long-term care, rehabilitation, and mental health support. The aim of the degree program is to train professionals who, equipped with knowledge and methods gained about the fields of health and social sciences, are able to tackle both health-related and social problems by performing professional, social and intersectoral cooperation. Graduates will become part of preventive activities as well as activities targeting acute problems and follow-up care. |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
Required Documents: The following documents need to be submitted during the application procedure by all applicants through our online application platform - that you can reach here: - Valid, filled-in application form (to be filled online here);
- If already graduated: certificate of education (university degree certificate or any equivalent; all in English / translated);
- Applicants need a relevant BA or BSc degree in the field of Social Work, Social Pedagogy, Medical and Health Sciences (for example Health Care and Disease Prevention, Nursing and Patient Care), Recreation Management, Health Promotion, Social Studies, Sociology, Psychology, Pedagogy, Adult Education, Community Coordination, etc. and must complete an entrance interview.
- Students in their final year of education: transcripts (end of year reports) of the last 2-3 academic years, plus predicted grades / expected graduation certificate.
- Certificate or proof of citizenship and/or permanent residence (e.g. passport)
- Short Resume/CV (personal details, educational background, work experience, language skills, additional skills)
- Medical Certificate - please see a template here
- Bank receipt about the transfer of the application fee of 150 USD (non-refundable) - bank details are available here
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| Application Notes : | An entrance examination is compulsory for students applying to the following programs: - Basic Medicine Course
- Medicine
- Dentistry
- Pharmacy
The entrance exam consists of two parts: - a written test (comprised of multiple-choice questions, definitions, calculations, etc.) in Biology (compulsory for all) and Chemistry or Physics (the applicant's choice). Each written test takes 45 minutes.
- an oral exam in Biology and Physics or Chemistry
Possible results of the exam: - admitted (to first year)
- admitted to Basic Medicine Course (preparatory program)
- rejected
- in certain cases the exam committee can offer acceptance to a different study program.
The overall exam performance is taken into consideration and the scores of different parts of the exam are for internal use only and not to be communicated to the applicants. |
| Additional Admission Requirements: | Please check the special requirements and if any applies to you, consider those as well! - The language proficiency of applicants must be proven with a standardized, at least upper-intermediate (B2) level language certificate, obtained at a proctored exam.Applicants can be exempted from submitting an English proficiency test if they are native speakers of English (first language) or they have completed the secondary or higher education in the English language (in this case a medium of instruction certificate as proof of proficiency is required). Exemptions may be granted on the basis of certain other educational certificates submitted with the application.
- In case of non-medical applicants to foundation or undergraduate programs, the study gap cannot be longer than 4 years.
- In case of non-medical applicants to graduate programs, the study gap cannot be longer than 6 years.
- In case of medical applicants to foundation, undergraduate and one-tier graduate programs, the study gap cannot be longer than 6 years.
- In order to eliminate the administrative difficulties experienced by the University in relation to citizens of Bangladesh, Pakistan, Syria, Afghanistan, Burma and Yemen, the following study gap rule shall apply, for all study fields:
- Foundation and undergraduate programs: max. 2 years
- Graduate programs: max. 4 years
Special requirements for transfer students: - Detailed transcript and descriptions of courses taken during your previous studies
- Filled and signed Credit Transfer Request Form
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* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.