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    Study in Hungary

    Hungary is known as the land of great wealth, culture and for having the largest continuous grasslands in Europe. Hungary is a landlocked country in Central Europe and bordered by Slovakia on the North, Romania on the East, Serbia on the South, Croatia on the Southwest, Slovenia on the West, Austria on the Northwest and Ukraine on the Northeast.

     

    Hungary has been a preferred study destination for the past 20 years and international students from top countries such as Germany, Israel, Norway, Iran, China and Canada come to Hungary for higher education. Higher educational institutions in Hungary are offering medical courses in both English and other foreign languages such as German in order to attract more international students.

    Some of the popular fields of study for students are medicine, dentistry and veterinary medicine, to name a few.

    The economy of Hungary is a structural, political and institutional open economy with high income potential which is a part of the European Union’s single market. The weather in Hungary has hot summer climate, low humidity levels, frequent rain‐showers and cold snowy winters.

    Some of the famous cities of Hungary are

    Quick Facts

    Capital: Budapest

    Name: Republic of Hungary

    Languages: Hungarian

    Population: 10,135,000

    Area: 93.030 sq km

    Currency: Forint (HUF)

    Why Study in Hungary

    Quality Education

    Education in Hungary is of the highest standards because quality education is of foremost importance for the higher education institutions. Measures are taken by Association for Quality Assurance in Higher Education to ensure quality education.

    English as a medium of instruction

    Most Bachelors/Masters programs are exclusively taught in English but there are programs available in German as well.

    No IELTS/ TOEFL

    IELTS/ TOEFL scores are not mandatory for admission in to Hungarian universities, but the students have to face a Skype interview which is conducted by the University Representative.

    European Union Visa

    The student can travel to all the Schengen countries with the help of a Hungary visa.

    Part time Job opportunities

    Students have part time opportunities during their course term and can work up to 20 hours per week. Part time earning can be 3 ‐ 5 Euros per hour.

    A range of study options

    The students have variety of course option to choose from. Some of the fields of study are

    Affordable cost of living

    Hungary has affordable cost of living, making it a great destination for students to study and live on a minimal budget.

    The cost of living is relatively low in comparison with few countries other countries in Europe The student can focus on their studies. Regular eating out is affordable.

    Very good and economical public transport keeps living cost low. Hungary has affordable living expenses, making it a great destination for students to study and live on a minimal budget.

    Students have discounts on public transport, cinemas, sports complexes on production of ID-card.

    Internship opportunities available

    Many internship options are available for students to pursue in Hungary.

    Education in Hungary

    The education system in Hungary has a reputation of academic excellence for more than 600 years. Institutions in Hungary award courses at both college and university level and are affiliated to the university.

    A very large number of international students have chosen Hungary as their study destination in the past 20 years. In the recent years the numbers are increasing. Hungary is known for universities offering quality education. International students aim to study in the leading universities located in the capital city of Budapest and other major cities in Hungary.

    Hungary Institutions are famous for its Science, Medicine, Dentistry, and veterinary medicine courses. The quality medical degrees of Hungary Universities are approved by WHO. Tuition Fee is competitive when compared to other universities in few other European Countries. Medical courses are offered in English Language.

    The Institutions in Hungary adapt International standard of the Bologna process of education. Hungary is EU member country. It means in education its degrees awarded in the fields of medicine, veterinary studies and architecture are directly transferrable and will be accepted for professional purposes in other EU countries.

    The education system in Hungary is divided between colleges and universities:

    College education

    4 years

    University education

    4 to 6 years depending on the course.

    University PhD courses

    3 years

    Vocational curriculum

    usually lasts 2 years, they are open to secondary vocational school's graduates and eventually vocational school students.

    Degree Structure

    Higher educational institutions in Hungary follow the high educational standards set by the Bologna Process. This refers to the degrees which conform to the standard of bachelor, master and PhD degrees except certain vocational degrees awarded by non-university and college institutions in Hungary.

    Qualifications from Hungarian universities are recognized on the international market, and students have the option to study a master’s degree in a different field than that of their bachelors.

    Medium of Instruction

     Most Bachelors/Masters programs are exclusively taught in English but there are programs offered in German language as well.

    Academic year

     It begins from September till June. July and August are holiday period.

    Course Intakes:

    Winter

    September

    Summer

    February

    Deadline for Applications

    Winter

    15th July

    Summer

    15th November

    Cost of Education

    Course fees in Hungary are very affordable compared to the rest of Western Europe. Course fees may differ depending on school and program. Medicine and dentistry are among the more expensive options with tuition fees around €20,000 while other less specialized programs can be as low as €4,500.

    Students at Hungarian universities are required to pay an application fee, exam fee and registration fee along with the course fee ranging between €100 and €150.

    Institutions and courses in Hungary

    Hungary is gaining popularity among International Students in the years. Hungary universities offer popular courses offered in the English Language. The courses in Hungary are affordable. Hungary offers Quality education in its education institutions.

    There are over 60 higher education institutions in Hungary ranging from minor colleges to top research universities. These institutes are financed either by the state, private organizations. Higher education institutions in Hungary are popular all around the world and some of the universities in Hungary such as the below list hold the place in the World University Rankings.

    There are over 60 higher education institutions in Hungary ranging from minor colleges to top research universities. These institutes are financed either by the state, private organizations or a church.

    Popular courses
    Bachelor Courses:
    Master Courses:

    Entry Requirements

    Documents Required for Admission

    Student Visa Process

    International students who are accepted by higher educational institutes in Hungary are required to obtain a student visa (TM-6, valid for 30 days) from the Hungarian Embassy or Consulate before entering the country.

    To receive a student visa, it is necessary to submit the “Letter of Acceptance” from the university. Once the student enters the country, it is essential for them to apply for a residence permit from the Hungarian Police Authorities for Foreign Citizens within 14 days of arrival.

    Visa Process
    Documents required for visa
    Note:

    The student has to make sure that they apply for a residence permit within 15 days of arrival in Hungary. This applies to those who wish to stay for more the 90 days.

    Student Visa and Residence Permit

    International Students who are not EU citizens and plan to stay and study in Hungary for a period longer than 90 days must apply for a long term study Visa.

    Processing time for visas will take approximately one month time. So International students must apply well in advance and schedule appointments accordingly.

    The students have to make sure they apply for residence permit within 15 days of arrival in Hungary. This applies to those who wish to stay for more the 90 days.

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    Frequently Asked Question

    Out of 188 countries, The Hungarian economy is the 57th largest economy in the world (measured by IMF) with $265.037 billion annual output, and also ranks 49th in the world in terms of GDP (Gross domestic product) per capita measured by PPP (purchasing power parity).

     

    The cost of living is low in comparison with the rest of Europe. Education and Healthcare are available at reasonable expenses. It is advisable for students to purchase food from a local market to avoid budget trouble.

    Like most of Europe, Hungary can get quite cold during winter.

    A student can locate his accommodation based on his requirements – proximity to the university and budget. He can fix a room in a shared apartment with other students, dormitory, hostels, or accommodation within or near the universities.

    Most of the programs are offered in English language. Some universities have programs in German as well.

    Although not required but it is better to learn at least basic Hungarian as this will be helpful for students to bond with the locals and assimilating into their culture. Most of the older generation, especially outside of the big cities, speaks only Hungarian or German.

    A national permanent residence permit application could be submitted after 3 years of lawful and continuous residence in Hungary.

    Most universities offer language exams for the applicants who do not meet the requirements for a international language certificate. Students have who passed this language exam can study from the first year, but the ones who fail this exam have to study 1-2 semesters in preparation year (foundation) of the university.

      Some of the top industries in Hungary are

    The Automotive industry

    Pharmaceutical and medical technology industry

    Information and communications technology industry

    The electronics industry Food industry