Master’s Programs
Master’s Programs 2020/2021
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)
Digital Marketing and Social Media (Joint programme with The University of Sheffield) (in English)
Finance and Banking (Joint programme with The University of Sheffield) (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)
Management of Business, Innovation and Technology (Joint programme with The University of Sheffield) (in English)
Marketing, Advertising and Public Relations (Joint programme with The University of Sheffield) (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 (full-time and distance learning program)
Entertainment Industry Management
Business Travel Management (full-time and distance learning program)
Luxury Hotel Management
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