PhD Positions in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and Informatics at Eötvös Loránd University
PhD positions are available for international students at the Doctoral School of Informatics, Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE), Budapest, Hungary. The program is led by academic staff including Assistant Professor Chaman Verma and offers research opportunities in Artificial Intelligence, Data Mining, Real-Time AI Applications, Statistical Learning, Machine Learning, and AI Applications in Education and Healthcare. Students will join an active research group and collaborate in an international academic environment.
The PhD program covers a wide range of informatics and computer science topics, including software and computer science, data science, networks, information systems, scientific computing, numerical and symbolic methods, informatics teaching methodology, geospatial information, and IT solutions in engineering sciences. The Faculty of Informatics provides modern infrastructure, well-equipped computer labs, and access to extensive library resources and electronic publications. Students can participate in research projects with industrial partners and benefit from bilateral agreements with universities worldwide.
Funding is available through the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Program, which covers tuition fees and provides a stipend for eligible international students. Additional scholarships and research work opportunities may be available, such as EIT Digital and EFOP. The tuition fee for non-EU/EEA students is 4,500 EUR per semester, but scholarship holders are exempt. The application fee is 30 EUR (non-refundable).
Applicants must have an MSc degree in Computer Science, AI, Data Science, Statistics, or related fields, and demonstrate a strong academic background and passion for research. English proficiency at the B2 level is required. The application process includes submitting an online application form, academic transcripts, proof of application fee transfer, CV, research plan, letter of recommendation, passport copy, medical certificate, certificate of clean criminal records, language certificate, and a statement about the place of doctoral research work if applicable. Admission is based on an entrance examination (oral, via Skype or in person), evaluation of academic excellence, research plan, and language skills.
The application deadline for the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship is January 15, 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply online via the Stipendium Hungaricum portal and the Doctoral School of Informatics website. For further information, candidates may contact the supervisor with their CV and a brief research interest statement.