Master’s Programs

Master’s Programs 2022/2023

Master's degree programs are applied for upon completing either a Bachelor's degree program at NBU or at another higher education institution, or completing a Professional Bachelor's degree program. For candidates who have completed a Bachelor's degree program in a field different from the one of the selected Master's degree program, NBU offers preparatory modules. Holders of Professional Bachelor's degrees enroll in an upgrading semester prior to the start of their Master’s degree programs.

EU applicants attend an interview or an exam, submit a motivation essay, and meet any additional requirements set by the specific program. Non-EU citizens, holders of a degree, apply by submitting relevant documents.

The recognition of a prior educational qualification degree held by foreign higher education institution graduates is carried out in accordance with the NBU Recognition Procedure for Foreign Degrees and Qualifications.

Applicants should submit the following documents:

Application for recognition of foreign degree or qualification and Declaration.
Original or a certified copy of the Bachelor/Master diploma in compliance with the Procedure for Notarial or Apostille Certification.
Original or certified copy of the Diploma Supplement (Academic Transcript) or a certified copy thereof in compliance with the Procedure for Notarial or Apostille Certification, and original or copy of Diploma Supplement, if any.
Photocopy of the first page of your passport or other identification documents with your names in Latin script, date and place of birth.
Document certifying changes in the applicant's name if any (with translation, if in a foreign language)
Other documents which the applicant may consider relevant to the requested recognition (original of European Diploma Supplement, if any, etc.)

Documents under points 2 and 3 must be legalized, translated and certified in accordance with the international treaties between Bulgaria and the country of issuance of respective documents. When there are no such provisions, the process must follow the general procedure for legalization, translation and certification of documents and other papers.

Translations of legalized documents must be certified by the Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bulgaria.

Where do I submit my application?

Submit your application for recognition and supporting documents to the International Relations Office, Building 1, main lobby, 1-st floor.

Your application for recognition will be reviewed by the Committee for Recognition of Foreign Degrees and Qualifications. The recommendation of the Committee will be put to vote at a regular meeting of NBU’s Academic Council. The outcome or decision will be communicated to you by the Secretary of the Recognition Committee.

Master's programs in foreign language
American and British Studies. Comparative Approaches. (in English)

Balkan and Eastern Mediterranean Archeology (in English)

Brand management (in English)

Cognitive science (in English)

Human Resource Management and Development (in English) - full-time and distance learning program

International business communications (in English)

International Relations and Public Administration (in French)

International Relations and Comparative Politics (in French)

Integral processes in Europe and the post-Soviet area (in Russian)

Management and Economics of Sustainable Development (in English)

Musical Performance (in English)

Southeastern European Studies (in English)

Speech and Language Pathology (in English)

Strategic Leadership (in English)
Master's programs in Bulgarian language
Master's programs after secondary education

ARCHITECTURE, CIVIL ENGINEERING AND GEODESY

Architecture

LAW

Law

Specializations:
- Common law
- European Union law
- Private law
Master's programs after higher education

PHILOLOGY

Linguodidactics

Literature, Publishing, Media (two semesters)

Translation and Interpretation

Creative writing

Specialization:
- Creative writing
Technologies in Translating and Interpreting: Erasmus Mundus Joint Master's Degree Program (2018-2024, European Commission)

HISTORY AND ARCHEOLOGY

History, Politics and Religion

Specializations:
- Transition Epochs
- Public and Social Policies - History and Contemporary Issues
- Religion in History
Archaeological Research

Specializations:
- Ancient Archeology
- Prehistory
- Medieval Archeology
Ancient Egypt in the Classical Age

Specialization:
- Egyptology
The Mediterranean World: Hellas, Rome and the Ancient Near East (two semesters)

PHILOSOPHY

Language and Publicity. Philosophical and Sociological Approaches

Specializations:
- Sociological analyzes of the public use of language
- Philosophical aspects of the public use of language
SOCIOLOGY, ANTHROPOLOGY AND CULTURE SCIENCE

Social Entrepreneurship (two semesters)

Cultural and Social anthropology (two semesters) full-time and distance learning program

PSYCHOLOGY

Developmental Psychology

Clinical Psychology - Psychoanalytic Perspective

Organizational and Social Psychology

POLITICAL SCIENCES

Political Communications

Political Management and Public policies (two semesters)

Diplomacy and International Relations

European Governance and Economic Diplomacy

SOCIAL ACTIVITIES

Clinical Social Work

Artistic Psycho-Social Practices and Psychodrama

PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION SCIENCES

Journalism 3.0 (online press, radio and television) (two semesters)

Digital Communications (two semesters)

ADMINISTRATION AND MANAGEMENT

Art Management (Management of Cultural Institutions and Creative Industries)

Business Administration

Specializations:
- Management and Leadership
- Risk Management
- Human Resource Management
Business Administration - (distance learning program)

Специализации:
- Мениджмънт и лидерство
- Управление на човешките ресурси
Business Communications - (full-time and distance learning program)

Leadership and Public Management

Organizational perfection management

Management and Economics of Sustainable Development (in Bulgarian and English)

Human Resource Management and Development (in Bulgarian and English) - full-time and distance learning program

Agrarian Management and Rural Development

Healthcare Management (full-time and distance learning program)

ECONOMICS

Bank Management (full-time and distance learning program)

Marketing Management (full-time and distance learning program)

International Business

Advertising and Brand Management

Specializations:
- Brand Management
- Advertising and Lifestyles
Accounting and Audit

Specializations:
- Auditing
- Accounting
Finance

Specializations:
- Investment Management
- Corporate Finance
- Financial Management of Start Ups
Financial and Accounting Management and Insurance

Specializations:
- Insurance
- Financial and Accounting management
TOURISM

Cultural Tourism (full-time and distance learning program)

International alternative tourism

Management of the entertainment industry

Business Travel Management (full-time and distance learning program)

BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES

Microbiology

Modules:
- Food Microbiology
- Human Microbiology
EARTH SCIENCE

Environmental Expertise and Control (full-time and distance learning program)

INFORMATICS AND COMPUTER SCIENCES

Извличане на знания и технологии за големи данни

Multimedia and Computer Animation

Internet Software Technologies

Specializations:
- Modeling and Analysis
- Design and Development
Information Technology Project Management

COMMUNICATION AND COMPUTER EQUIPMENT

Telecommunications

Specializations:
- Mobile Communications and Digital Media
- Telecommunications Project Implementation
- Telecommunications Policy and Technology Management
- Digital Telecommunication Networks
Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Computer and Communication Technologies

PUBLIC HEALTH

Psycho-Social Interventions with Children and Families

E-Health

Language and Speech Pathology

ART THEORY

Comparative Art Science

Thrace and the Ancient World Culture

ART

Painting

Illustration and Graphics Technologies

Poster and Communicative Design

Architectural Environment Artistic Practices

Electronic Publication and Website Design

The Art of Glass in Design and Architecture

Ceramics and Porcelain. Contemporary and Digital Forms

Fashion and Business Strategies

Interior Product Design

Spatial Design

Stage Design and Media

Exhibition Design and Creative Industries

Fashion and Styling

MUSICAL AND DANCE ART

Classical Music

Composition and Conducting

Specializations:
- Composition
- Orchestral Conducting
- Choral Conducting
Musicology

Pop and Jazz Music

Dance Art

Specializations:
- Bulgarian Folk Dance Choreography
- Modern Dance Choreography
Sound Production

Musical - Musical Drama and Comedy

THEATER AND FILM ART

Theater Art and Society

Specializations:
- Acting Mastery
- Dramaturgy and Critical Writing
- Directing and Management
Film and Television Art

Specializations:
- Cinematography
- Film and Television Design and Costume Design
- Film and Television Directing
- Film and Television Camerawork
- Film and Television Production
Animation Directing

Visual Anthropology

Digital and Print Media Graphic Design

Advertising Management and Visual Branding

Specializations:
- Communication and Brand Management
- Management of the Creative Process in Advertising
Photographic Art

NATIONAL SECURITY

National and International Security

Specializations:
- Internal Security
- International Security, Migration, Diplomacy
Anti-Crime and Terrorism

Specializations:
- Anti-Crime and Terrorism Management
- Criminal Behavior Psychology
Cybersecurity

Criminology and Crime Prevention Policies

Specializations:
- Crime Prevention
- Criminals Re-Socialization