Motivation 

The „Motivation” section is one of the most important sections during the application process. The universities are going to form the first opinion about you based on this document, so it is highly recommended to pay attention to every detail while you are preparing it. In short, its goal is to answer the question “Why are you a suitable candidate?”.

Write in a clear and logical manner and remember, the way you write and present yourself says a lot about you. 

If the study programme you apply for requests a motivation letter, it will be indicated in the Motivation section, next to the text box. In case you do not see such specific requirement, you may write your motivation letter in a more general form, stating why you would like to come and study in Hungary and become a scholarship holder. Also, it is recommended to write an additional motivation letter (for example to your 2nd preference institution), which you may upload to the Documents Section of your application. 

Some tips and hints which will help you to write a proper motivation letter: 

• Please follow the minimum and maximum caracter limist which appear next to the box. 

• The letter must be written in English, in Hungarian or in the language of the selected study programme. 

• It is a letter, therefore you must address it to the Hungarian Higher Education Institution to which you are applying. Do not forget about the date and your signature. 

• It should be written in a letter format and the three main parts should be easily separable: 1. Introduction 2. Content 3. Closing salutation. 

• Pay attention to the writing style and grammar. Keep in mind that this is an important section because the universities will form their opinion of you based on the motivation letter. 

• Provide relevant information which can be important for the university, and indicate clearly the major you are interested in. Here you can find some usefull question you should answer in your motivation letter: 

- Why have you chosen to apply to this programme? 

- Why did you apply to study in Hungary? 

- What do you expect to gain from your studies? 

- Why does your background make you a suitable candidate? 

- How will the programme help you to achieve your goals? 

- How does your proposed study relate to a particular development, challenge or need at the global, national, and/or local level? 

- How will you utilise your new skills and qualifications when you return home? 

- What challenges would you expect to encounter while studying in a foreign country, and how could you prepare for these challenges? 

• Try to prepare a unique and creative motivation letter. You should try to leave a positive impression in those who read it and make the selection. 

Regarding applications for doctoral degree programmes, please also make sure that: 

▪ Your motivation letter contains all the relevant information about your professional research plan, and you state clearly why you would like to pursue doctoral studies in Hungary. 

▪ You give clear reasons why your research is important, and your arguments are valid and academically proven.

▪ You explain how your previous experience is connected to the research that you intend to carry out.