Master in Healthcare Management

New Bulgarian University · Sofia, Bulgaria

Master's DegreeBulgarian60 ECTS1 yearOn CampusFull-time

The Master in Healthcare Management programme at New Bulgarian University (NBU master programmes (departmental delivery)) is a Master's Degree program delivered in Bulgarian over a duration of 2 semesters (1 year) (60 ECTS). This Master programme in Healthcare Management provides advanced training in health systems administration, hospital management, health policy, and healthcare quality improvement. Students study healthcare financing, human resources in health, health information systems, and patient safety management. Graduates are prepared for leadership roles in hospitals, health ministries, insurance companies, and international health organisations.

Key facts

Tuition (EU / EEA students): 1,150 BGN
Tuition (Non-EU students): €2,500/year — EU: 1,150 BGN
Application deadlines (EU / EEA students): 2026-09-25
Application deadlines (Non-EU students): 2026-09-25
Duration: 1 year
ECTS credits: 60
Language: Bulgarian
Study format: On Campus
Starts: October 2026 (Winter Semester 2026/2027); NBU also runs a spring intake
Intake: Fall intake (autumn admission) and spring intake

Language requirements

Required proficiency

Bulgarian for BG-taught programmes; English B2 for English-taught programmes (certificate or interview)

Admission requirements

Entry requirements

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent); some programmes require a preliminary interview or portfolio

Required documents

Online application (e-candidate system); diploma + transcript; ID/passport; photo; application fee

Application deadlines

EU / EEA students

2026-09-25

Non-EU students

2026-09-25

Programme overview

DegreeMaster's Degree
Duration1 year
ECTS60
LanguageBulgarian
Study formatOn Campus
PaceFull-time
CountryBulgaria
FacultyNBU master programmes (departmental delivery)

Official university

New Bulgarian University

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What will it actually cost?

Tuition plus the legal minimum proof-of-funds for Bulgaria, over 1 year of study.

	Tuition	Living	Total
EU/EEA	Fee not published	—	needs the fee
Non-EU	€2,500	—	needs the fee

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