Hungarian University of Sports Science
Budapest, Hungary
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
- —
- Students
- 3,426
- International students
- 2%
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- 1925
Overview
Established in 1925, the Hungarian University of Sports Science (TF) is the oldest and most comprehensive institution for physical education and sports science in Hungary. It serves as a major hub for sports research, coaching education, and sports management, maintaining a strong tradition of excellence with a legacy of 151 Olympic gold medalist alumni. The university offers a wide array of programs, including bachelor's, master's, and the only doctoral school in sport sciences in the country. Its campus in Budapest is currently undergoing significant modernization to provide state-of-the-art facilities for its students. The institution is deeply integrated into the national sports administration and maintains extensive international partnerships. It focuses on practical, career-oriented training to prepare students for leadership roles in the global sports industry.
Fields of study
- Sport and Exercise Science
- Sports Coaching
- Sports Management
- International Sports Diplomacy
- Sports Sciences
Accreditation: Hungarian Accreditation Committee (HAC)
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- Fall
- Application deadlines
- 30 June for non-EU students; 30 July for EU and visa-free countries (for September 2027 intake)
- Rolling admissions
- No
- Admissions contact
- international@tf.hu
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
€3,000 – €7,000 / semester
From about $6,480 / year
Domestic students
€3,000 – €7,000 / semester
Tuition fees vary by program. MSc International Sports Diplomacy: 3,000 EUR per semester (6,000 EUR/year). Application fee: €150 one-time.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Official fee source (opens in a new tab)Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSc Sport and Exercise Science (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | 3 years | Varies | Varies | — |
| BSc Sports Coaching (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | 3 years | Varies | Varies | — |
| BSc Sports Management (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | 3 years | Varies | Varies | — |
| ICF Canoe-Kayak Coaching Course (opens in a new tab)Online | — | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| International Coaching Course (opens in a new tab)Full Time | — | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| MSc International Sports Diplomacy (opens in a new tab)English · Hybrid | Master's | 1 year | €3,000 / semester | Jul 30, 2027 | September 2027 |
| MSc Sports Coaching (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Master's | 2 years | Varies | Varies | — |
| PhD Sports Sciences (opens in a new tab)Full Time | PhD | 4 years | Varies | Varies | — |
Information last verified Oct 3, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.
