SHI Global is recruiting for 100% English-taught master's programmes at Varna University of Management (Bulgaria) for February and September 2027: requirements, indicative costs and the 7-step pathway.
Master’s in Bulgaria for graduates aged 22–30: who it’s for and the 7-step process
For young people aged 22 to 30, a master’s degree is a strategic step to reshape a career. An international master’s degree opens doors to management roles and makes graduates more competitive in multinational companies.
The master’s programmes at Varna University of Management (VUM), SHI Global’s partner in Bulgaria, offer a practical, cost-effective route. This article explains who the programme is for and SHI’s 7-step application process.
Who the programme is for
Postgraduate programmes in Bulgaria lead to EU-standard degrees without the high costs of Western Europe.
Age and academic requirements
- Age: 22 to 30.
- A bachelor’s degree (economics, services, engineering, social sciences and more).
- Motivation to build professional skills and an international network.
English and the preparatory option
All VUM master’s programmes are taught 100% in English.
- With IELTS: direct entry to the main programme (MBA, Digital Marketing, Project Management, International Tourism & Hospitality Management).
- Without IELTS: an English preparatory course of 1 semester (February intake) or 2 semesters (September intake) before the main programme.
7 steps with SHI Global
- Academic review: SHI reviews your degree and transcript and suggests a suitable programme.
- Online interview with a VUM admissions representative.
- English test or certificate, or placement into the preparatory course.
- Letter of acceptance from the university.
- Documents and type D visa: passport, police record, medical certificate, translated and legalised diplomas, proof of funds; processing usually takes 4–8 weeks at the Bulgarian Embassy.
- Departure: SHI helps with flights, insurance and packing for Varna or Dobrich.
- Arrival: enrolment, address registration and the student residence card, which allows legal stay in Bulgaria during studies; work and internships follow Bulgarian law.
Costs
- Master’s tuition: EUR 3,500–5,000 per year depending on the programme (for reference).
- Living costs: EUR 300–500 per month.
For advice on a master’s in Bulgaria in 2027, contact SHI Global, a licensed study abroad consultancy (certificate No. 05/GCN-SGDDT): Hotline/Zalo 0358 998 599 · Contact us.
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