Mobility guide Hungary - Actiris International

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Mobility guide Hungary - Actiris International
Mobility Guide
Euroguidance Hungary
National Office for Employment
and Social Affairs
The Hungarian Parliament, Budapest
Esterházy Castle, Fertőd
Dear Reader,
Euroguidance Hungary started operating in Szeged in 2000 in the framework of the Leonardo da
Vinci Programme of the European Commission. Presently it operates as a unit of the Public Employment Service and the National Office for Employment and Social Affairs and as a member of the
international Euroguidance network of the European Union. Our main objectives are to support
vocational guidance, life-long learning and international mobility as well as to promote language
learning and employability.
On our website, www.npk.hu, you can find lots of information on European education opportunities, higher education institutions, vocational trainings as well as data on the conditions of entering
the tertiary education. This brochure provides useful information, tips and tricks for those who intend
to study in Hungary. Its content covers topics such as everyday life, education in Hungary, useful addresses and basic facts about Hungary.
Basic facts about Hungary
Official name:
Republic of Hungary
Location:
East-Central Europe
Area:
93.030 km2
Population:
10,064,000
Population density:
109.4 /km2
Capital city:
Budapest
Administration:
19 counties, 23 towns with county rights
Number of neighbouring countries: (borders with Austria, Slovakia, Ukraine, Romania, Serbia,
Croatia, Slovenia)
Length of borders:
2246 km
Time:
GMT + 1 hour
Official language:
Hungarian
Religion:
Roman Catholic (majority), Protestant, Jewish
Currency:
Forint (1€ = approx. 250 HUF, 2007)
Time zone:
Central European Time (CET), GMT +1 h
Electricity in Hungary:
220 Volts, European plugs.
International phone code:
+36
Highest point:
Kékes, 1015 m
Lowest point: Tiszasziget, 75 m
Danube Bend
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National symbols
Since 1990 Hungary is an independent democratic state. The form of state is republic; the official name of the country is Hungarian Republic.
The capital city of Hungary is Budapest.
Flag: The national flag of Hungary is the tricolour
with three horizontal stripes: red, white and
green and the historical coat of arms.
Red: symbolizes strength
The Hungarian coat of arm and flag
White: symbolizes faithfulness
Green: symbolizes hope.
The role model of the Hungarian flag was the French tricolour and became very popular during the
revolution of 1848/49. Since 20 August 2000 the flag has to be used on official buildings.
The Hungarian crown: The Hungarian crown
was given to Saint Stephen, the first Hungarian
king on the occasion of his coronation in 1001. It
is the oldest crown in Europe.
The Hungarian crown
The national anthem: the lyrics of national anthem of Hungary were written by Ferenc Kölcsey
and its music was composed by Ferenc Erkel in
the 19th century. The anthem refers to the most
important historical events of the country and is
played at various events.
The poem and song titled ‘Szózat’ can be considered as a second national anthem of Hungary. The
poem was written by Mihály Vörösmarty while Béni Egressy composed the music to it. Szózat is sung
at the end of the various ceremonies.
The Hungarian coat of arms: The national coat of arms consists of the crown of St. Stephen, the
state-founder king and the silvers stripes are said to represent the four rivers (Duna, Tisza, Dráva and
Száva) while the hills are said to represent the three mountains (Mátra, Tátra, Fátra) but this theory is
not historically founded.
Hungarian National Holidays:
January 1
March 15
Moveable
Moveable
May 1
Moveable
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New Year’s Day
Anniversary of the
Revolution 1848/49
Easter Sunday
Easter Monday
Labour day Pentecost (Whit Sunday
& Whit Monday)
Újév
Az 1848-49-es szabadságharc ünnepe
Húsvétvasárnap
Húsvéthétfő
A munka ünnepe
Pünkösd
Traditional Hungarian Easter
Sprinkling
August 20 Saint Stephen Day;
State Foundation Day
October 23 Proclamation of the
Republic
November 1 All Saints Day,
Day of the Dead
December 25 First Day of Christmas
December 26 Boxing Day
Szent István és az
államalapítás ünnepe
A Magyar Köztársaság
kikiáltása
Mindenszentek,
Halottak napja
Karácsony első napja
Karácsony másnapja
Emergency Medical Treatment
20th August - Saint Stephen Day;
State Foundation Day
General emergency number: 112 (free)
Ambulance: 104 (free)
In case of emergency first aid and emergency treatment is free for everybody in Hungary. Further
medical treatment depends on the person’s insurance. Since 15 February 2007 it is obligatory to pay
a “visit-charge” at the doctors.
Visit charges:
At the GP’s surgery: 300 HUF (approx. €1.2)
At the polyclinics (consultation with a specialist):
600 HUF (approx. €2.4)
At 24-hour duty (if emergency treatment is not well-founded):
1000 HUF (approx. €4)
National Health Insurance Fund-centre –
Országos Egészségbiztosítási Pénztár (OEP)
Address: 1139 Budapest, Váci út 73/A
Phone: (+36 1) 350 2001
Web: www.oep.hu
Medical Insurance in Hungary
Residents of the European Union member states:
The medical care of the European Union residents is ensured in
Hungary on the basis of the European Health Insurance Card.
The common European Health Insurance Card replaces the
following forms: E111, E110, E109 and E128. The EHIC entitles
EU citizens to reduced medical costs on the territory of the European Union, Switzerland and the European Economic Area. The
quickest and easiest way to get an EHIC is to apply online; the
card is valid for 3 to 5 years and patient will be treated on the
same basis as the citizens living in the visited country.
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Residents of Non-EU countries:
Non-EU member states residents will be treated on the basis of the various bilateral socio-political or
medical-care agreements.
• Socio-political agreements:
with Serbia and Montenegro, Croatia, Macedonia, CIS except
for the Baltic states Citizens of these countries are provided
with emergency care and treatment free of charge in Hungary. The treatment is limited to emergency health care.
• Medical-care cooperation agreements:
with Sweden, Finland, Norway, Jordan, Kuwait, Angola, Iraq,
Mongolia, South Korea, Cuba.
Citizens of these countries are entitled to thorough medical treatment including emergency health care.
In case of medical help they are required to produce a proof of identity proving that they are entitled to
such service by law.
Telephoning in Hungary
Telephone:
The international access code for Hungary is +36.
The outgoing code is 00 followed by the relevant country code (eg. 00 1 to the United States of
America).
Public telephones work with coins (10, 20, 50, and 100)
Long-distance calls within the country dial: 06 + area code + telephone number
Area code of some major cities:
Budapest:
Debrecen:
Győr:
1
52
96
Miskolc:
Pécs:
Sopron:
46
72
99
Szeged:
Veszprém:
62
88
Important telephone numbers:
Free Emergency Number: 112
Ambulance Service: 104
Police: 107
Fire Service: 105
In Hungary mobile telephones are very popular, there
are three major service providers. All of them have
prepaid cards which can be bought at newsstands.
Directory Enquiries:
International Enquiries: 199
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National Enquiries: 198
Money, prices and costs
Official currency: Forint (Ft, HUF), € 1 = approx. 250 HUF
Coins: (1, 2 – valid only until 1 March 2008), 5, 10, 20, 50, 100
Notes: 200, 500, 1000, 2000, 5000, 10000, 20000
In Hungary all of the international credit cards are accepted.
Usually the places that accept credit cards mark it on the
door. Money exchange can be done in banks, travel agencies,
or at the various exchange offices in the main shopping areas.
Giving tips is very common in Hungary. Tips are given in restaurants, in cabs
and at the various services; tips should be 10% of the costs of the services, but only
if you are satisfied with it.
Basic prices:
1 loaf of bread --------------------------------------------200–300 HUF ---------------- 0,8–1,2 EUR
1 litre milk --------------------------------------------------190–240 HUF ---------------- 0,76–0,96 EUR
10 eggs -----------------------------------------------------250 HUF ----------------------- 1 EUR
1 kg sugar --------------------------------------------------200 HUF ----------------------- 0,8 EUR
1 bottle of beer -------------------------------------------200 HUF ----------------------- 0,8 EUR
1 bottle of wine ------------------------------------------500–5 000 HUF -------------- 2–12 EUR
single bus ticket ------------------------------------------230 HUF ----------------------- 0,92 EUR
cinema ticket----------------------------------------------1 000 HUF--------------------- 4 EUR
museum entry fee ---------------------------------------500–1 000 HUF -------------- 2–4 EUR
postage for a letter or postcard (domestic) -------57 HUF------------------------- 0,3 EUR
postage for a letter or postcard (international) ---110–170 HUF ---------------- 0,6–0,7 EUR
eating in a fast-food restaurant-----------------------1 000–1 250 HUF------------ 4–5 EUR
eating in a restaurant -----------------------------------2 000–3 000 HUF------------ 8–12 EUR
taxi fares ----------------------------------------------------300 +250 HUF/km ---------- 1,2 +1 EUR/km
Students’monthlybudget:
Accommodation: ----------------------------------------25 000–50 000 HUF -------- 100–200 EUR
Food & drink: ----------------------------------------------25 000 HUF ------------------- 100 EUR
Mobility: ----------------------------------------------------3 000 HUF--------------------- 12 EUR
Insurance: -------------------------------------------------15 000 HUF ------------------- 60 EUR
Leisure activity: -------------------------------------------3 000–15 000 HUF ---------- 12–60 EUR
Other (clothing, medical expenses, etc.) -----------5 000–25 000 HUF ---------- 20–1 000 EUR
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Public Transport in Hungary
Hungary has an extensive public transport system, particularly in the capital. The domestic fares are
well under the European average.
Travelling inside the country:
By train:
The centre of the railway system is the capital, Budapest.
The city has three main railway stations, Southern, Eastern
and Western Stations. There are scheduled intercity and
express lines to all the main cities and towns of Hungary.
For further information, check the schedule of the Hungarian State Railway: www.elvira.hu
By bus:
Hungary has a very well developed bus network, with which you
can reach any part of the country.
Budapest has three main Bus stations:
Erzsébet tér bus terminal - Direction Western-Hungary
Népstadion bus terminal - Direction Eastern-Hungary
Árpád híd bus terminal - Direction Danube-bend
The local bus transportation is also extensive in most towns. Buses
run usually from early morning until late in the evening. There are
also some bus lines travelling 24/7 in Budapest. For further information, check the schedule of VOLÁN, the Hungarian bus system:
www.volan.hu
City public transportation:
The public transportation of the cities is well developed.
In the main cities of the country (Budapest, Debrecen,
Szeged, Miskolc) there are buses, trolleys and trams that
provide convenient and rapid transport inside the towns.
In Budapest you can also use the underground and HÉV
(suburban railway).
By plane
The main airport of Hungary is Ferihegy which has two
terminals (Ferihegy 1 and Ferihegy 2A and 2b). Beside
Ferihegy Airport there are altogether 19 smaller airport
borders in Hungary . These airports welcome flights from
other cities of Hungary, but the price of this type of travelling is quite high in Hungary.
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Hungarian Embassies of European countries
Albania - Embassy of the Republic of Albania - Budapest
Address: H-1026 Budapest , Gábor Áron u. 55.
T: +36 (1) 326-6336
F: +36 (1) 326-8904
E-mail: albemb@hu.inter.net
Austria - Embassy of the Republic of Austria - Budapest
Address: H-1068 Budapest , Benczúr u. 16.
T: +36 (1) 479-7010
F: +36 (1) 352-8795
E-mail: austroamb-budapest@pronet.hu
Web: www.austrian-embassy.hu
Belgium - Embassy of the Kingdom of Belgium - Budapest
Address: H-Buda Business Center, 1027 Budapest, Kapás u. 11-15 III.em.
T: +36 (1) 457-9960
E-mail: postmaster@belgianembassy.axelero.net
F: +36 (1) 375-1566
Bosnia-Herzegovina - Embassy of the Republic of Bosnia-Herzegovina - Budapest
Address: H-1026 Budapest, Pasaréti u. 48.
T: +36 (1) 212-0106, 212-0107
F: +36 (1) 212-0109
Bulgaria - Embassy of the Republic of Bulgaria - Budapest
Address: H-1062 Budapest, Andrássy út 115.
T: +36 (1) 322-0824, 322-0836, 342-3738
F: +36 (1) 322-5215, 321-4414
E-mail: bgembhu@axelero.hu
Belarus - Embassy of the Republic of Belarus - Budapest
Address: H-1126 Budapest, Agárdi út 3/b.
T: +36 (1) 214-0553
F: +36 (1) 214-0554
E-mail: hungary@belembassy.org
Web: www.belembassy.org/hungary
Croatia - Embassy of the Republic of Croatia - Budapest
Address: H-1065 Budapest, Munkácsy Mihály utca 15.
T: +36 (1) 354-1315, 269-5854 E-mail: croemb.bp@mvp.hr
F: +36 (1) 354-1319
Cyprus - Embassy of the Republic of Cyprus - Budapest
Address: H-1051 Budapest, Dorottya u. 3. III. 2-3.
T: +36 (1) 266-1330, 266-6045 F: +36 (1) 266-0538
E-mail: cypembhu@axelero.hu
Czech Republic - Embassy of the Czech Republic - Budapest
Address: H-1064 Budapest, Rózsa u. 61.
T: +36 (1) 351-0539, Titkárság: 352-1822 F: +36 (1) 351-9189
E-mail: budapest@embassy.mzv.cz
Denmark - Embassy of the Kingdom of Denmark - Budapest
Address: H-1122 Budapest, Határőr út 37.
T: +36 (1) 487-9000 F: +36 (1) 487-9045 E-mail: budamb@um.dk
Web: www.danishembassy.hu
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Estonia - Embassy of Estonia - Budapest
Address: H-1062 Budapest, Lendvay u. 12. Fsz. 3.
T: +36 (1) 354-25-70 F: +36 (1) 354-25-71
E-mail: Embassy.Budapest@mfa.ee
Finland - Embassy of the Republic of Finland - Budapest
Address: H-1118 Budapest, Kelenhegyi út 16/A
T: +36 (1) 279-2500 F: +36 (1) 385-0843 E-mail: sanomat.bud@formin.fi
Web: www.finland.hu
France - Embassy of the Republic of France - Budapest
Address: H-1062 Budapest, Lendvay u. 27.
T: +36 (1) 374-1100 F: +36 (1) 374-1140 E-mail: ambasfn-presse@matavnet.hu
Web: www.ambafrance-hu.org
Germany - Embassy of the Republic of Germany - Budapest
Address: H-1014 Budapest, Úri utca 64-66.
T: +36 (1) 488-35-00 F: +36 (1) 488-35-05 E-mail: info@deutschebotschaft.hu
Web: www.deutschebotschaft-budapest.hu
Greece - Embassy of the Republic of Greece - Budapest
Address: H-1063 Budapest, Szegfű u. 3.
T: +36 (1) 413-2600, 413-2610 F: +36 (1) 342-1934
E-mail: greekemb@axelero.hu
Iceland - Embassy of the Republic of Iceland - Vienna
Address: H-1010 Vienna, Naglergasse 2/8
T: +43 (1) 533-2771 F: +43 (1) 533-2774 E-mail: icedel.vienna@utn.stjr.is
Web: www.iceland.org/at
Ireland - Embassy of Ireland - Budapest
Address: H-1944 Budapest, Bank Center Gránit Torony, VII. em. (Szabadság tér 7.)
T: +36 (1) 301-4960 E-mail: emb@hu.inter.net
F: +36 (1) 302-9599
Italy - Embassy of the Republic of Italy - Budapest
Address: H-1143 Budapest, Stefánia út 95.
T: +36 (1) 460-6200, 460-6255 F: +36 (1) 460-6200 E-mail: ambit@ambitalia.hu
Web: www.ambitalia.hu
Latvia - Embassy of the Republic of Latvia - Vienna
Address: H-A-1190 Vienna, Stefan Esders 4.
T: + 43 (1) 403-3112 F: + 43 (1) 403-3112/27
E-mail: lettbot@netway.at
Lithuania - Embassy of the Republic of Lithuania - Budapest
Address: H-1054 Budapest, Kálmán Imre u. 1. Regus House
T: +36 (1) 475-1100
F: +36 (1) 475-1111
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Luxembourg - Embassy of Luxembourg - Vienna
Address: H-1180 Vienna, Sternwartestr. 81.
T: +43 (1) 478-2142 F: +43 (1) 478-2144
E-mail: office@luxembourg.embassy.at
Macedonia - Embassy of the Republic of Macedonia - Budapest
Address: H-1027 Budapest, Margit körút 43-45. V.em.
T: +36 (1) 336-0510, 336-0511, 315-1921 E-mail: macedonia.embassy@axelero.hu
F: +36 (1) 315-1921
Malta - Embassy of the Republic of Malta - Budapest
Address: H-1062 Budapest, Andrássy út 100.
T: +36 (1) 354-3613 F: +36 (1) 354-3619
E-mail: office@maltaembassy.hu
Moldavia - Embassy of the Republic of Moldavia - Budapest
Address: H-1111 Budapest, Budafoki út 9-11.
T: +36 (1) 209-1191 F: +36 (1) 209-1195
E-mail: armrung@elender.mail.hu
Netherlands - Embassy of the Kingdom of Netherlands - Budapest
Address: H-1022 Budapest, Füge utca 5-7. T: +36 (1) 336-6300, Mobil: 06-20/9 228 777 F: +36 (1) 326-5978 E-mail: bdp@minbuza.nl
Web: www.netherlandsembassy.hu
www.hollandnagykovetseg.hu
Norway - Embassy of the Kingdom of Norway - Budapest
Address: H-1051 Budapest, Ostrom u. 13.
T: +36 (1) 212-9400, 212-9404, 212-9405 F: +36 (1) 212-9410 E-mail: emb.budapest@mfa.no
Web: www.norvegia.hu
Russian Federation - Embassy of Russian Federation - Budapest
Address: H-1062 Budapest, Bajza u. 35.
T: +36 (1) 332-47-48, 302-5230 F: +36 (1) 353-4164
E-mail: rusemb@euroweb.hu
Poland - Embassy of the Republic of Poland - Budapest
Address: H-1068 Budapest, Városligeti fasor 16.
T: +36 (1) 413-8200 F: +36 (1) 351-1722 E-mail: central@polishemb.hu
Web: www.lengyelorszag.hu
Portugal - Embassy of the Republic of Portugal - Budapest
Address: H-1126 Budapest, MOM Park C Épület, IV. - Alkotás u. 53.
T: +36 (1) 201-76-17/18, Konzuli osztály: T/F: +36 (1) 201-76-16
F: +36 (1) 201-76-19 E-mail: embport@axelero.hu
Romania - Embassy of Romania - Budapest
Address: H-1146 Budapest, Thököly út 72.
T: +36 (1) 384-0271 F: +36 (1) 384-5535 E-mail: postmaster@roembud.axelero.net
Web: www.mae.ro
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San Marino - Embassy of the Republic of San Marino - San Marino
Address: H-47890 San Marino, Contrada Omerelli n.33.
T: 378-0549-882226 E-mail: maria.lea.pedini@esteri.sm
F: 378-0549-992018
Serbia and Montenegro - Embassy of Serbia and Montenegro - Budapest
Address: H-1068 Budapest, Dózsa György út 92/b.
T: +36 (1) 322-9838, 342-8512 F: +36 (1) 322-1438
E-mail: ambjubo@mail.datanet.hu
Slovakia - Embassy of the Republic of Slovakia - Budapest
Address: H-1143 Budapest, Stefánia út 22-24.
T: +36 (1) 460-9011 F: +36 (1) 460-9020
E-mail: slovakem@axelero.hu
Slovenia - Embassy of the Republic of Slovenia - Budapest
Address: H-1025 Budapest, Cseppkő u. 68.
T: +36 (1) 438-5600 F: +36 (1) 325-9187
Spain - Embassy of the Kingdom of Spain - Budapest
Address: H-Buda Business Center; 1027 Budapest, Kapás u. 11-15.
T: +36 (1) 202-4006, 202-4015, 202-4048 E-mail: epanole@axelero.hu
F: +36 (1) 202-4206
Sweden - Embassy of the Kingdom of Sweden - Budapest
Address: H-1146 Budapest, Ajtósi Dürer sor 27/a.
T: +36 (1) 460-6020 F: +36 (1) 460-6021
E-mail:
Web:
Switzerland - Embassy of Switzerland - Budapest
Address: H-1143 Budapest, Stefánia út 107.
T: +36 (1) 460-70-40, Vízum Osztály: 343-36-57 F: +36 (1) 384-94-92
ambassaden.budapest@
foreign.ministry.se
http://www.swedenabroad.com
/budapest
E-mail: Vertetung@bud.rep.admin.ch
Turkey - Embassy of the Republic of Turkey - Budapest
Address: H-1062 Budapest, Andrássy út 123.
T: +36 (1) 344-5025, 344-5026, 344-5027, 344-5028, 344-5029
F: +36 (1) 344-5143, konzuli osztály 341-0456 E-mail: budapest@turkishembassy.hu
Ukraine - Embassy of Ukraine - Budapest
Address: H-1143 Budapest, Stefánia út 77.
T: +36 (1) 422-4120 F: +36 (1) 220-9873
E-mail: uakovetseg@axelero.hu
United Kingdom - Embassy of the United Kingdom - Budapest
Address: H-1051 Budapest, Harmincad u. 6.
T: +36 (1) 266-2888 F: +36 (1) 266-0907 10
E-mail: info@britemb.hu
Web: www.britishembassy.hu
European Cultural Institutions in Hungary
Hungarian Estonian Institute
Address: 1114 Budapest, Bartók Béla út 19. IV. em. /32a.
T: +36 (1) 386 2462 E-mail: einst@matavnet.hu
F: +36 (1) 386 2462 Web: www.einst.org
Director: Ms Anu Kippasto
Bulgarian Cultural Institute
Address: 1061 Budapest, Andrássy út 14.
T: +36 (1) 269-4246 F: +36 (1) 331-5391
E-mail: bki_budapest@freemail.hu
Director: Peikov Plamen
British Council Hungary
Address: 1068 Budapest, Benczúr u. 26.
T: +36 (1) 478-4700 F: +36 (1) 342-5728 E-mail: information@britishcouncil.hu
Web: www.britishcouncil.hu
Director: Jim McGrath
Collegium Budapest
Address: 1014 Budapest, Szentháromság u. 2.
T: +36 (1) 224-8300 F: +36 (1) 224-8310
Web:
www.colbud.hu
Rector: Kondor Imre
European House
Address: 1138 Budapest, Margitsziget
T: +36 (1) 350-8025 F: +36 (1) 356-8499
E-mail: info@europeanhouse.hu
Web: http://www.europeanhouse.hu
Director: Pappné Farkas Klára
European Council Information and Documentation Centre-Parliament Library
Address: 1055 Budapest, Kossuth tér 1-3.
T: +36 (1) 268-4857 F: +36 (1) 441-4878
E-mail: idcbud@axelero.hu
Web: www.europatanacs.hu
Director: Pappné Farkas Klára
Finnagora - Centre of Finnish Culture, Research and Business
Address: 1068 Budapest, Dózsa György út 84/a
T: +36 (1) 478-1010 F: +36 (1) 478-1015 E-mail: info@finnagora.hu
Web: www.finnagora.hu
French Institute
Address: 1011 Budapest, Fő u. 17.
T: +36 (1) 489-4200 F: +36 (1) 489-4222
E-mail: inst-france@inst-france.hu
Web: www.inst-france.hu
Director: Stanislas Pierret
Goethe Institute
Director: dr. Gabriele Gauler
Cultural rapporteaur: dr. Nagy Márta
E-mail: info@budapest.goethe.org
Web: www.goethe.de/budapest
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Polish Institute
Address: 1065 Budapest, Nagymező u. 15.
T: +36 (1) 311-5856 F: +36 (1) 331-0341 Director: Maciej Szymanowsky
E-mail: polinst@axelero.hu
Web: www.lengyelkultura.hu
www.polinst.hu
Italian Cultural Institute
Address: 1088 Budapest, Bródy S. u. 8.
T: +36 (1) 318-8144, 118-8089 F: +36 (1) 317-66-53
E-mail: isti@mail.datanet.hu
Web: www.italcultbudapest.hu
Director: Arnaldo Dante Marianacci
Russian Cultural Centre
Address: 1062 Budapest, Andrássy út 120.
T: +36 (1) 332-2154 F: +36 (1) 312-2693
E-mail: mail@ruscenter.hu
Web: www.ruscenter.hu
Director: Valerij Platonov
Austrian Cultural Forum
Address: 1068 Budapest, Benczúr u. 16.
T: +36 (1) 413-3590 F: +36 (1) 351-1772 E-mail: budapest-ki@bmaa.gv.at
Web: www.okfbudapest.hu
Director: Dr. Barbara Lee-Störck
Armenian Cultural and Information Centre
Address: 1054 Budapest, Deák F. u. 17.
T: +36 (1) 267-3181 F: +36 (1) 267-2715
E-mail: armnews@mail.tvnetl.hu
Web: www.ararat.hu
Director: Avanesian Alex
Cultural Centre of Romania
Address: 1146 Budapest, Izsó u. 5.
T: +36 (1) 343-6293 F: +36 (1) 383-5345
E-mail: cecultbud@mail.datanet.hu
Director: Mircea Oprita
Cultural Institute of the Republic of Slovenia
Address: 1088 Budapest, Rákóczi út 15.
T: +36 (1) 327-4000, 327-4004 F: +36 (1) 328-4008 E-mail: sibp@axelero.hu
Web: www.sibudapest.mfe.sk
Director: Milan Resutík
Pro Helvetia Swiss Cultural Found
Address: 1055 Budapest, Stollár Béla u. 4.
T: +36 (1) 353-3908 F: +36 (1) 269-2882 Director: Kázmér Csaba
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E-mail: helvetia@mail.datanet.hu
Web: www.pro-helvetia.ch
www.swissembassy.hu
Higher education programmes offered in foreign languages
in Hungary
Accounting and Management
Information Systems
University of Hertfordshire - Számalk Rt.
OKK School of Economic Studies
Agribusiness
University of Debrecen
Agricultural Sciences
Szent István University
University of Debrecen
Animal Sciences
Szent István University
Applied Management
University of Pécs
Károly Róbert Főiskola
Central European University
McDaniel College Budapest
Szent István University
Business Economics and Management
University of Miskolc
Business Management
Szent István University
Business Studies
International Business School
- Oxford Brookes University
University of Hertfordshire - Számalk Rt.
OKK School of Economic Studies
Szolnok College
Architecture and Architectural
Engineering
Catering and Hotel Management
Szent István University
Budapest University of Technology
and Economics
Central European Studies
Art History
McDaniel College Budapest
Biology
University of Debrecen
Eötvös Lóránd University
British and American Literatures and
Cultures
University of Szeged
Business Administration
Corvinus University of Budapest
University of Debrecen
University of Pécs
Oxford Brookes University
International Business School
University of Hertfordshire - Számalk Rt.
OKK School of Economic Studies
Budapesti Gazdasági Főiskola
Andrássy Gyula Deutschsprachige
Universität, Budapest
Chemical Engineering
Budapest University of Technology
and Economics
Chemistry
University of Debrecen
Eötvös Lóránd University
Civil Engineering
Szent István University
Budapest University of Technology
and Economics
Coaching
Semmelweis University
Classical Ballet Teacher Training
Hungarian Dance Academy
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Commerce and Business
Administration
Earth Sciences
Budapest Business School
University of Debrecen
Eötvös Lóránd University
Communication
Ecology
McDaniel College
University of Debrecen
Comparative Law and Political Sciences
Economic and Social Sciences
Andrássy Gyula Deutschsprachige
Universität Budapest
University of Kaposvár
University of Miskolc
Szent István University
Computer Sciences
Eötvös Lóránd University
University of Miskolc
University of Debrecen
Computing and Information Systems
University of Pécs
Crop Production and Horticulture
University of Debrecen
Dance and Dance Teaching
Economics
Central European University
FernUniversität-Gesamthochschule
in Hagen
McDaniel College
Economics and Finances
University of Kaposvár
University of Miskolc
Szent István University
Hungarian Dance Academy
Electrical Engineering
Dentistry
Budapest University of Technology
and Economics
Semmelweis University
University of Debrecen
University of Pécs
University of Szeged
Engineering Physics
Budapest University of Technology
and Economics
Diplomacy
English Applied Linguistics
Andrássy Gyula Deutschsprachige
Universität
University of Szeged
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English Studies
German Language and Literature
University of Debrecen
University of Szeged
University of Miskolc
University of Szeged
Environmental Engineering
Budapest University of Technology
and Economic Sciences
Global Politics
Pázmány Péter Catholic University
Global Management
Central European University
Environmental Sciences
History
University of Debrecen
Eötvös Lóránd University
Central European University
McDaniel College
Environmental Sciences and Policy
Human Kinesiology
Central European University
Semmelweis University
European Law
Information Science, Engineering and
Technology
University of Szeged
European Studies
Pázmány Péter Catholic University
Folk Dance and Theatrical Dance
Hungarian Dance Academy
Finance and Accounting
International Business School
Food Technology
Budapest University of Economic Sciences
and Public Administration
Gender Studies
Central European University
General Medicine
University of Debrecen
University of Pécs
Semmelweis University
University of Szeged
Geology
Eötvös Loránd University
Geotechnical Systems and Process
Engineering
University of Miskolc
University of Miskolc
Informatics
FernUniversität-Gesamthochschule in Hagen
Information Technology Engineering
College of Dunaújváros
Information Technology Management
Central European University Business School
International Business
International Business School
Central European University
Business School
International Business and Economics
Corvinus University of Budapest
Budapesti Corvinus Egyetem
Budapest Business School
International Business Management
University of Pécs
International Business Relations
International Business School
Andrássy Gyula Deutschsprachige
Universität
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International Economics
Mathematics and Computer Sciences
Corvinus University of Budapest
University of Debrecen
International Economics and
European Studies
Mathematics and Its Applications
Corvinus University of Budapest
International and European Studies
International Business School
International Relations and European
Studies
Central European University
Langue et littérature françaises
Eszterházy Károly College
Law
University of Szeged
Legal Sciences
University of Miskolc
Legal Studies
Central European University
Linguistics
University of Debrecen
University of Szeged
Literature
University of Szeged
Management and Business
Administration
Corvinus University of Budapest
Materials Engineering
University of Miskolc
Central European University
Mechanical Engineering
Budapest University of Technology
and Economics
Budapest Polytechnik
University of Miskolc
Szent István University
Medicine
University of Szeged
Medieval Studies
Central European University
Metallurgical Engineering
University of Miskolc
Meteorology
Eötvös Lóránd University
Midwifery
Semmelweis University
Modern European Languages and
Literatures
University of Pécs
Multidisciplinary Agricultural Sciences
University of Debrecen
Multidisciplinary Social Sciences
University of Debrecen
Music
University of Miskolc
Liszt Ferenc Academy of Music
University of Pécs
University of Debrecen
Mathematics
Nationalism Studies
Eötvös Loránd University
FernUniversität-Gesamthochschule in Hagen
University of Debrecen
Central European University
Material Sciences
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Organizer of Business Corporations
Sociology and Social Anthropology
Szent István University
Central European University
Petroleum Engineering
Software Engineering
University of Miskolc
Budapest University of Technology
and Economics
Pharmacy
University of Debrecen
Semmelweis University
University of Szeged
Study abroad program
Central European University
Philosophy
Teacher of English Language and
Literature
Central European University
Eszterházy Károly College
Physical Education
Semmelweis University
Teacher of German Language and
Literature
Physical Training and Coaching
Eszterházy Károly College
Semmelweis University
Strategic Finance
Physics
International Business School
University of Debrecen
Eötvös Lóránd University
Strategic HRM
Political Sciences
Studio Art
Central European University
Corvinus University of Budapest
Psychology
Eötvös Lóránd University
University of Pécs
Pécsi Tudományegyetem
Public Health
International Business School
McDaniel College
Tourism and Hotel Management
Kodolányi János University College
Budapest Business School
Trade
Budapest Business School
University of Debrecen
Transportation Engineering
Public Policy
Budapest University of Technology
and Economics
Central European University
Recreation
Semmelweis University
Veterinary Science
Szent István University
Social Economics
Corvinus University of Budapest
For more details check our website at: www.npk.hu
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University towns in Hungary
Szeged
Fascinating streets, beautiful squares, and the
shore of the Tisza are perfect scenery for the unforgettable schooldays in Szeged. The city of sun
is rich in cultural programmes, festivals, let alone
its lively weekdays with the cosy pubs and clubs
designed especially for students.
University of Szeged
Dóm Square, Szeged
Contemporary Ballet Theatre
Pécs
Narrow streets, Mediterranean atmosphere with some monuments of the Turkish occupation surrounded with the slopes
of Mecsek. Pécs is a city offering several higher education
programmes together with a vivid cultural life. What is more,
you have to travel just a little and you find yourself on one of
the most significant wine producing areas.
Zsolnay Fountain, Pécs
Széchenyi Square, Pécs
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Debrecen
Wide streets, spacious squares, the Reformation
Cathedral - situated in the North of the Hungarian
Great Plain, Debrecen is the second biggest city
in Hungary often called as the “Calvinist Rome”. It
has been the home town of several famous poets,
and the second home for lots of students. The
Hortobágy National Park, where you can find the
biggest “puszta” with its special flora and fauna, is
only a stone’s throw away from the city.
Downtown, Debrecen
University of Debrecen
Bird’s eye-view of Veszprém
Veszprém
University of Pannonia, Veszprém
Built on seven hills, on the two sides of Séd creek, the
“City of Queens” is a prosperous town in the Transdanubian region offering more and more cultural programmes
every year. Veszprém is only 15 kms from Hungary’s
biggest lake, the Balaton, and is bordered by the slopes of
Bakony – no wonder it was Queen Gisela’s (St. Stephen’s
wife) favourite city.
Győr
Győr is a mellow and colourful town, the second
richest in historic buildings. Situated half way between Budapest and Vienna, on the banks of River
Rába, this is a town of festivals where friends of the
arts and those who are eager for a high-quality
relaxation can find attractive programmes all the
year round.
Széchenyi István University, Győr
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Miskolc
The city lies at the meeting point of different geographical regions – east from the Bükk mountains,
in the valley of the river Sajó, and the streams Hejő
and Szinva. The University of Miskolc is one of the
newer universities of Hungary as it was founded
in the 1950s. The university, the campus and the
sport facilities are surrounded by a large park in a
nice surrounding.
University of Miskolc
Downtown, Miskolc
Gresham Palace, Budapest
Budapest
Budapest is the capital city of Hungary and the
country’s principal political, cultural, commercial, industrial and transportation centre. The fascinating,
busy city is also the home of many state, denominational and foundation universities. The Eötvös
Loránd University or ELTE, founded in 1635, is one
of the oldest and the largest universities in Hungary
Fisherman’s Bastillon, Budapest
Eötvös Lóránd University, Budapest
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Studying in Hungary - The Hungarian Education System
The Education System in Hungary
Pre-primary education (ISCED 0–1)
This educational level is meant for children from 3 to 7 years of age. The pre-primary education
(óvoda) is optional, except for the final year (beyond the age of 5), which is compulsory. During the
last year at kindergarten, children are prepared for school.
Primary education (ISCED 1+2)
In Hungary primary schools (általános iskola) provide basic education in two 4-year cycles. Children
attend primary schools until the age of 14, after which they have to choose a secondary school. For
both primary and secondary school teachers, the National Core Curriculum provides a framework to
form their syllabi.
Secondary education (ISCED 2-3)
Students can choose from the following secondary school programmes:
• Vocational school programmes, special vocational school programmes
(szakiskolai és speciális szakiskolai programok) (ISCED 3)
• Secondary general school programmes (gimnáziumi programok) (ISCED 2+3)
• Secondary vocational school programmes (szakközépiskolai programok) (ISCED 3)
The division of the twelve-year general education may vary: it can be divided either into 4 years of
primary education + 8 years of secondary education or 6 years of primary education + 6 years of
secondary education. On the basis of their received points, students gain admission to secondary
schools after a central secondary school entrance exam.
College basic and supplementary programs (ISCED 5)
These programmes are offered cooperating with secondary vocational schools for students with a
secondary school leaving certificate. During the training students get credit points, which are taken
into account when they apply for places at universities and colleges.
Higher education institutions (ISCED 5-6)
In Hungary there are mostly state universities and colleges; a smaller number are controlled by
various churches and there are private colleges too. There are also some foreign higher education
institutions in Hungary. In the country there are altogether 77 universities and colleges (18 state
universities, 14 state colleges, 25 religious colleges/universities institutions, 14 private and foundation schools and 6 colleges of foreign countries established in Hungary) In the 1990s, several higher
education institutions merged.
Academic year
The academic year consists of two terms, the spring (February - June) and the autumn (September –
January) term. Both terms have a 6-week team period.
Tuition fee
Foreign citizens taking part in foreign language programmes (English, German or French) have to pay
a tuition fee. More information can be found on the homepage of the individual university/college or
on the homepage of the National Higher Education Centre (www.felvi.hu).
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Admission requirements
The requirement for admission to colleges and universities is
either a Hungarian secondary school leaving certificate (Érettségi
bizonyítvány), or its foreign equivalent, or a degree obtained in
higher education. From the school year of 2005/2006 a new type
of school-leaving examination was introduced. In the academic
year 2006/2007, the structure of the Hungarian higher education
system started to replace the dual education form accepted in the
European Union. The first university students to receive Hungarian
BA degrees in the new system are to graduate in the academic
year 2008/2009.
Students complete their studies with the final examination which
University of Szeged
consists of the preparation and the defence of the thesis and of
the oral or written examinations prescribed by the qualification
requirements. Additionally, universities provide three-year training for doctoral degree, which can be
either a PhD (doctor of philosophy) or a DLA (doctor of liberal arts).
How to apply?
Foreign candidates generally should submit the following documents:
• Photocopies of certificates of their highest qualification
• If the candidate has not yet obtained a secondary school leaving certificate, school reports for the
last two years including all graded results
• A curriculum vitae in English
• A medical certificate
• Two recent passport-size photographs
• Letters of recommendation (e.g. from school)
• At certain universities, certification of language competence (TOEFL Test)
• Photocopy of passport with personal data.
Citizens of the member states of the
European Union and the European
Economic Area (Norway, Iceland and
Lichtenstein) do not need a student visa
to enter to Hungary. Citizens from other
counties who are accepted by an institute of higher education 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 present the „Letter of
Acceptance” from the university.
On entering the country, it is necessary to apply for a residence permit from the Hungarian Police Authorities for Foreign Citizens within 14 days. For further information visit the website of the Hungarian
Ministry of Foreign Affairs (www.kulugyminiszterium.hu).
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Foreign language programmes
During recent years, the number of courses in foreign languages has risen significantly (English,
German and French). Competence in Hungarian language is not a criterion, with the exception
of courses provided completely or partly in Hungarian. There are foreign language programmes,
particularly at the medical, economic and technical universities and colleges, where knowledge of
Hungarian is not needed. Most institutions offer a good opportunity for student mobility (e.g.
SOCRATES, ERASMUS and CEEPUS).
Credit Transfer System
The obligatory use of the ECTS (European Credit Transfer System) compatible credit system was introduced in September 2003. One credit corresponds to 30 hours of student workload. The minimum
number of credits for a college-level degree is 180 for a three-year training, 240 credits for a four-year
training; in case of a university-level degree it is 240 for a four-year training, 300 credits for a five-year
training, and 360 credits for a six-year training; for obtaining a further specialisation degree it is 60
while for the doctoral degree it is 180.
System of assessment
The students are assessed on the basis of five grades: excellent (5), good (4), fair (3), pass (2), and fail
(1) or with the classification: excellent, satisfactory, fail.
Degrees
The degrees available at universities and colleges are as follows:
• Bachelor degree, particularly at colleges: 3-4 years (Főiskolai oklevél)
• Master degree, at universities: 4-5 years; master degree at medical
universities: 6 years (Egyetemi oklevél)
• Doctorate, (PhD - doktori fokozat); Doctor of Liberal Arts (DLA –
mester fokozat): 3 years
Student visa and resident permit in Hungary:
European Union and European Economic Area Citizens:
The citizens of the member states of the European Union (EU) and the
European Economic Area (EEA - Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein) do
not need a student visa to enter Hungary.
Non-EU or non-EEA Citizens:
Students arriving from non-European Union or non-European
Economic Area countries 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 present the „Letter of Acceptance” from the
university. Arranging the visa may last 2 months so make sure to
apply for it well in advance.
On entering the country, it is necessary to apply for a residence
permit from the Hungarian Police Authorities for Foreign Citizens within 14 days.
For further information visit the website of the Hungarian
Ministry of Foreign Affairs (www.kulugyminiszterium.hu).
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Documents for arranging a students’visa:
1. visa application form
2. passport (must be valid for at least 18 months, but preferably until the end of your studies.)
3. Letter of Acceptance from the university/college in English and in Hungarian
4. bank receipt of transfer of tuition fee payment or a Payment Certificate from the university or from
College International
5. visa fee (approx. € 40)
6. the Hungarian Embassy may ask for your airplane reservation or fare ticket
7. the Hungarian Embassy may ask for a proof of accommodation
8. three passport-size photograph
9. (transit visa if needed)
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Balaton
National Office for Employment and Social Affairs
Euroguidance Hungary
1089 Budapest, Kálvária tér 7.
Mailing address: 6721 Szeged, Bocskai u. 10-12. Hungary
Tel.: +36 (62) 555-580 Fax: +36 (62) 555-581
Web: www.npk.hu E-mail: info@npk.hu
This brochure has been made with the support of the European Commission.
This publication reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission can not be held
responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
Published by:
National Office for Employment and Social Affairs
Euroguidance Hungary
Publisher in charge: Pirisi Károly
Year of Publishing: 2007
ISBN 978-963-87727-7-0