Master’s degree
Sports Coaching
Overview
This program is designed to train the next generation of elite coaches. You’ll build a strong foundation of both theoretical knowledge and practical skills, empowering you to prepare athletes for top-level international competition. You’ll also stay at the forefront of sports science, learning how to apply the latest research and innovations in the field.
With your expertise, you’ll be able to craft training programs, lead cutting-edge sessions, and mentor the next wave of sports professionals. Plus, if you’re aiming for even more, this program paves the way for you to continue your education with doctoral studies, pushing your career and knowledge to new heights.
For non-EU students:
30 June 2026
For EU and visa-free countries:
30 July 2026
BLENDED, PART-TIME STUDY OPTION FEES:
For non-EU students:
2,500 EUR per semester
(5,000 EUR /year)
For EU students:
750,000 HUF per semester
(1,500,000 HUF /year)
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ON-CAMPUS, FULL-TIME STUDY OPTION FEES:
For non-EU students:
4,000 EUR per semester
(8,000 EUR /year)
For EU students:
800,000 HUF per semester
(1,600,000 HUF /year)
Start of study
September 2026
Study location
Budapest, Hungary
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Study language
English
Study duration
2 years (4 semesters)
Study mode options
• Blended, part-time: It means mainly online classes with 2 weeks on campus each semester.
• On-campus, full-time: It means studying full-time, on-campus each semester.
Title of the qualification on the diploma
Sports Coach Specialized in [Name of the Sport]
Program level
Master’s (MSc)
Entry qualification
• Undergraduate diploma (or higher)
• Those who are in their last year of bachelor education can also start their application.
Documents
• scanned passport
• bachelor’s transcripts
• if available bachelor’s certificate
• Curriculum Vitae
• proof of relevant sport experience
*Only applicants who have completed or are in the process of completing studies in a relevant field will be considered.
Entry exam
• general online interview
• professional online interview
Available sports
- football (soccer)
- handball
- canoe sprint
- artistic gymnastic (women’s & men’s)
- strength and conditioning
Study mode options
ON-CAMPUS
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If you choose this option you will study full-time on-campus each semester.
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Available sport disciplines for the on-campus study option: football (soccer), strength and conditioning
BLENDED
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If you choose this option, you will study part-time, mostly online, and study two weeks on-campus each semester.
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Available sport disciplines for the blended study option: football (soccer), strength and conditioning, handball, canoe sprint, artistic gymnastic (women’s & men’s)
Career opportunities
- Elite Sports Coach: Lead top athletes and teams, helping them perform at the highest level in national and international competitions.
- Team Manager/Director: Oversee operations, manage staff, and ensure athletes have the support to succeed.
- Performance Analyst: Use data to enhance athlete performance and provide strategic insights for coaches and teams.
- Athletic Development Specialist: Build athletes’ physical and mental strength, guiding them through all stages of their development.
- Sports Educator/Lecturer: Share your knowledge and train the next generation of sports professionals.
- Sports Program Manager: Create and manage engaging sports programs for schools, communities, and organizations.
- Sports Consultant: Advise sports organizations or athletes on performance strategies, training, and injury prevention.
- Coach for Paralympic or Special Olympics Athletes: Train and support athletes with disabilities to reach their full potential.

Program structure
Disciplines leading to the qualification, fields of expertise from which the program is composed:
- Sports science: 40-60 credits
- Health science: 15-30 credits
- Educational science and psychology: 15-30 credits
- Social sciences: 10-20 credits
- Organizational and Management Sciences: 10-20 credits
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Our students & alumni
Zoltán Kammerer
studied MSc in Sports Coaching and BSc in Sports Management
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3x Olympic gold medalist (2004, 2000)
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1x Olympic silver medalist (2012)
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3x world champion (2006, 1999, 1997)
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7x European champion (2007, 2006, 2004, 1999, 1997)

Máté Koch
studies BSc in Sports Coaching
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Olympic gold medalist, fencing (2024)
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World fencing champion (2023)

Luca Ekler
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studied MSc in Sports Coaching
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professor at HUSS
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Paralympics gold medalist, long jump (2024, 2020)
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Paralympics silver medalist, 400m (2024)

Viviana Márton
studies BSc in Sports Coaching
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Olympic gold medalist, taekwondo (2024)
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World Championships silver medalist (2025)

Kornél Dávid
studied BSc in Sports Coaching
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NBA player, played 109 games for Chicago Bulls, Cleveland Cavaliers, Toronto Raptors, and Detroit Pistons
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EuroLeague silver medalist and national champion in Spain, Lithuania, and Hungary

