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 2025
For EU and visa-free countries:
30 July 2025
ON-CAMPUS STUDY MODE PRICES:
For non-EU students:
4,000 EUR per semester
(8,000 EUR /year)
For EU students:
450,000 HUF per semester
(900,000 HUF /year)
HYBRID STUDY MODE PRICE:
For EU and non-EU students:
4,000 EUR per semester
(8,000 EUR /year)
Start of study
September 2025
Study location
Budapest, Hungary
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Study language
English
Study duration
2 years (4 semesters)
Study mode options
• On-campus, full-time
• Hybrid: online, plus 2 weeks 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.
Available sports
- artistic gymnastics
- basketball
- fencing
- football (soccer)
- handball
- table tennis
- swimming
- track and field (athletics)
- volleyball
- wrestling (Greco-Roman, freestyle, women’s wrestling)
Study mode options
ON-CAMPUS
If you choose this option you will study full-time on-campus each semester.
HYBRID
If you choose this option, you will study mostly online, and study two weeks on-campus each semester.
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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