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 1 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 2 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. 3 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 4 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 5 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. 6 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 7 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 8 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 9 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 11 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 12 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 13 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 14 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 15 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 16 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 17 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 18 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 19 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 20 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). 21 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). 22 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). 23 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) 24 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