Mobility Guide. Euroguidance Hungary. National Office for Employment and Social Affairs

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1 Mobility Guide Euroguidance Hungary National Office for Employment and Social Affairs

2 The Hungarian Parliament, Budapest Esterházy Castle, Fertőd

3 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, 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: km 2 Population: 10,064,000 Population density: /km 2 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

4 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 White: symbolizes faithfulness The Hungarian coat of arm and flag 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: The Hungarian crown was given to Saint Stephen, the first Hungarian king on the occasion of his coronation in It is the oldest crown in Europe. 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 New Year s Day Újév March 15 Anniversary of the Az es sza- Revolution 1848/49 badságharc ünnepe Moveable Easter Sunday Húsvétvasárnap Moveable Easter Monday Húsvéthétfő May 1 Labour day A munka ünnepe Moveable Pentecost (Whit Sunday Pünkösd & Whit Monday) Traditional Hungarian Easter Sprinkling 2

5 August 20 Saint Stephen Day; Szent István és az State Foundation Day államalapítás ünnepe October 23 Proclamation of the A Magyar Köztársaság Republic kikiáltása November 1 All Saints Day, Mindenszentek, Day of the Dead Halottak napja December 25 First Day of Christmas Karácsony első napja December 26 Boxing Day Karácsony másnapja Emergency Medical Treatment General emergency number: 112 (free) Ambulance: 104 (free) 20th August - Saint Stephen Day; State Foundation Day 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) Web: 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

6 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 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: 1 Debrecen: 52 Győr: 96 Miskolc: 46 Pécs: 72 Sopron: 99 Szeged: 62 Veszprém: 88 Important telephone numbers: Free Emergency Number: 112 Police: 107 Ambulance Service: 104 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 National Enquiries: 198 4

7 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, 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 HUF ,8 1,2 EUR 1 litre milk HUF ,76 0,96 EUR 10 eggs HUF EUR 1 kg sugar HUF ,8 EUR 1 bottle of beer HUF ,8 EUR 1 bottle of wine HUF EUR single bus ticket HUF ,92 EUR cinema ticket HUF EUR museum entry fee HUF EUR postage for a letter or postcard (domestic) HUF ,3 EUR postage for a letter or postcard (international) HUF ,6 0,7 EUR eating in a fast-food restaurant HUF EUR eating in a restaurant HUF EUR taxi fares HUF/km ,2 +1 EUR/km Students monthly budget: Accommodation: HUF EUR Food & drink: HUF EUR Mobility: HUF EUR Insurance: HUF EUR Leisure activity: HUF EUR Other (clothing, medical expenses, etc.) HUF EUR 5

8 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: 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: 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

9 Hungarian Embassies of European countries Albania - Embassy of the Republic of Albania - Budapest Address: H-1026 Budapest, Gábor Áron u. 55. T: +36 (1) albemb@hu.inter.net F: +36 (1) Austria - Embassy of the Republic of Austria - Budapest Address: H-1068 Budapest, Benczúr u. 16. T: +36 (1) austroamb-budapest@pronet.hu F: +36 (1) Web: Belgium - Embassy of the Kingdom of Belgium - Budapest Address: H-Buda Business Center, 1027 Budapest, Kapás u III.em. T: +36 (1) postmaster@belgianembassy.axelero.net F: +36 (1) Bosnia-Herzegovina - Embassy of the Republic of Bosnia-Herzegovina - Budapest Address: H-1026 Budapest, Pasaréti u. 48. T: +36 (1) , F: +36 (1) Bulgaria - Embassy of the Republic of Bulgaria - Budapest Address: H-1062 Budapest, Andrássy út 115. T: +36 (1) , , bgembhu@axelero.hu F: +36 (1) , Belarus - Embassy of the Republic of Belarus - Budapest Address: H-1126 Budapest, Agárdi út 3/b. T: +36 (1) hungary@belembassy.org F: +36 (1) Web: Croatia - Embassy of the Republic of Croatia - Budapest Address: H-1065 Budapest, Munkácsy Mihály utca 15. T: +36 (1) , croemb.bp@mvp.hr F: +36 (1) Cyprus - Embassy of the Republic of Cyprus - Budapest Address: H-1051 Budapest, Dorottya u. 3. III T: +36 (1) , cypembhu@axelero.hu F: +36 (1) Czech Republic - Embassy of the Czech Republic - Budapest Address: H-1064 Budapest, Rózsa u. 61. T: +36 (1) , Titkárság: budapest@embassy.mzv.cz F: +36 (1) Denmark - Embassy of the Kingdom of Denmark - Budapest Address: H-1122 Budapest, Határőr út 37. T: +36 (1) budamb@um.dk F: +36 (1) Web: 7

10 Estonia - Embassy of Estonia - Budapest Address: H-1062 Budapest, Lendvay u. 12. Fsz. 3. T: +36 (1) Embassy.Budapest@mfa.ee F: +36 (1) Finland - Embassy of the Republic of Finland - Budapest Address: H-1118 Budapest, Kelenhegyi út 16/A T: +36 (1) sanomat.bud@formin.fi F: +36 (1) Web: France - Embassy of the Republic of France - Budapest Address: H-1062 Budapest, Lendvay u. 27. T: +36 (1) ambasfn-presse@matavnet.hu F: +36 (1) Web: Germany - Embassy of the Republic of Germany - Budapest Address: H-1014 Budapest, Úri utca T: +36 (1) info@deutschebotschaft.hu F: +36 (1) Web: Greece - Embassy of the Republic of Greece - Budapest Address: H-1063 Budapest, Szegfű u. 3. T: +36 (1) , greekemb@axelero.hu F: +36 (1) Iceland - Embassy of the Republic of Iceland - Vienna Address: H-1010 Vienna, Naglergasse 2/8 T: +43 (1) icedel.vienna@utn.stjr.is F: +43 (1) Web: Ireland - Embassy of Ireland - Budapest Address: H-1944 Budapest, Bank Center Gránit Torony, VII. em. (Szabadság tér 7.) T: +36 (1) emb@hu.inter.net F: +36 (1) Italy - Embassy of the Republic of Italy - Budapest Address: H-1143 Budapest, Stefánia út 95. T: +36 (1) , ambit@ambitalia.hu F: +36 (1) Web: Latvia - Embassy of the Republic of Latvia - Vienna Address: H-A-1190 Vienna, Stefan Esders 4. T: + 43 (1) lettbot@netway.at F: + 43 (1) /27 Lithuania - Embassy of the Republic of Lithuania - Budapest Address: H-1054 Budapest, Kálmán Imre u. 1. Regus House T: +36 (1) F: +36 (1)

11 Luxembourg - Embassy of Luxembourg - Vienna Address: H-1180 Vienna, Sternwartestr. 81. T: +43 (1) office@luxembourg.embassy.at F: +43 (1) Macedonia - Embassy of the Republic of Macedonia - Budapest Address: H-1027 Budapest, Margit körút V.em. T: +36 (1) , , macedonia.embassy@axelero.hu F: +36 (1) Malta - Embassy of the Republic of Malta - Budapest Address: H-1062 Budapest, Andrássy út 100. T: +36 (1) office@maltaembassy.hu F: +36 (1) Moldavia - Embassy of the Republic of Moldavia - Budapest Address: H-1111 Budapest, Budafoki út T: +36 (1) armrung@elender.mail.hu F: +36 (1) Netherlands - Embassy of the Kingdom of Netherlands - Budapest Address: H-1022 Budapest, Füge utca bdp@minbuza.nl T: +36 (1) , Mobil: 06-20/ Web: F: +36 (1) Norway - Embassy of the Kingdom of Norway - Budapest Address: H-1051 Budapest, Ostrom u. 13. T: +36 (1) , , emb.budapest@mfa.no F: +36 (1) Web: Russian Federation - Embassy of Russian Federation - Budapest Address: H-1062 Budapest, Bajza u. 35. T: +36 (1) , rusemb@euroweb.hu F: +36 (1) Poland - Embassy of the Republic of Poland - Budapest Address: H-1068 Budapest, Városligeti fasor 16. T: +36 (1) central@polishemb.hu F: +36 (1) Web: Portugal - Embassy of the Republic of Portugal - Budapest Address: H-1126 Budapest, MOM Park C Épület, IV. - Alkotás u. 53. T: +36 (1) /18, Konzuli osztály: T/F: +36 (1) F: +36 (1) embport@axelero.hu Romania - Embassy of Romania - Budapest Address: H-1146 Budapest, Thököly út 72. T: +36 (1) postmaster@roembud.axelero.net F: +36 (1) Web: 9

12 San Marino - Embassy of the Republic of San Marino - San Marino Address: H San Marino, Contrada Omerelli n.33. T: maria.lea.pedini@esteri.sm F: Serbia and Montenegro - Embassy of Serbia and Montenegro - Budapest Address: H-1068 Budapest, Dózsa György út 92/b. T: +36 (1) , ambjubo@mail.datanet.hu F: +36 (1) Slovakia - Embassy of the Republic of Slovakia - Budapest Address: H-1143 Budapest, Stefánia út T: +36 (1) slovakem@axelero.hu F: +36 (1) Slovenia - Embassy of the Republic of Slovenia - Budapest Address: H-1025 Budapest, Cseppkő u. 68. T: +36 (1) F: +36 (1) Spain - Embassy of the Kingdom of Spain - Budapest Address: H-Buda Business Center; 1027 Budapest, Kapás u T: +36 (1) , , epanole@axelero.hu F: +36 (1) Sweden - Embassy of the Kingdom of Sweden - Budapest Address: H-1146 Budapest, Ajtósi Dürer sor 27/a. T: +36 (1) ambassaden.budapest@ F: +36 (1) foreign.ministry.se 10 Web: /budapest Switzerland - Embassy of Switzerland - Budapest Address: H-1143 Budapest, Stefánia út 107. T: +36 (1) , Vízum Osztály: Vertetung@bud.rep.admin.ch F: +36 (1) Turkey - Embassy of the Republic of Turkey - Budapest Address: H-1062 Budapest, Andrássy út 123. T: +36 (1) , , , , F: +36 (1) , konzuli osztály budapest@turkishembassy.hu Ukraine - Embassy of Ukraine - Budapest Address: H-1143 Budapest, Stefánia út 77. T: +36 (1) uakovetseg@axelero.hu F: +36 (1) United Kingdom - Embassy of the United Kingdom - Budapest Address: H-1051 Budapest, Harmincad u. 6. T: +36 (1) info@britemb.hu F: +36 (1) Web:

13 European Cultural Institutions in Hungary Hungarian Estonian Institute Address: 1114 Budapest, Bartók Béla út 19. IV. em. /32a. T: +36 (1) F: +36 (1) Web: Director: Ms Anu Kippasto Bulgarian Cultural Institute Address: 1061 Budapest, Andrássy út 14. T: +36 (1) F: +36 (1) Director: Peikov Plamen British Council Hungary Address: 1068 Budapest, Benczúr u. 26. T: +36 (1) F: +36 (1) Web: Director: Jim McGrath Collegium Budapest Address: 1014 Budapest, Szentháromság u. 2. T: +36 (1) F: +36 (1) Web: Rector: Kondor Imre European House Address: 1138 Budapest, Margitsziget T: +36 (1) F: +36 (1) Web: Director: Pappné Farkas Klára European Council Information and Documentation Centre-Parliament Library Address: 1055 Budapest, Kossuth tér 1-3. T: +36 (1) F: +36 (1) Web: Director: Pappné Farkas Klára Finnagora - Centre of Finnish Culture, Research and Business Address: 1068 Budapest, Dózsa György út 84/a T: +36 (1) info@finnagora.hu F: +36 (1) Web: French Institute Address: 1011 Budapest, Fő u. 17. T: +36 (1) inst-france@inst-france.hu F: +36 (1) Web: Director: Stanislas Pierret Goethe Institute Director: dr. Gabriele Gauler info@budapest.goethe.org Cultural rapporteaur: dr. Nagy Márta Web: 11

14 Polish Institute Address: 1065 Budapest, Nagymező u. 15. T: +36 (1) F: +36 (1) Web: Director: Maciej Szymanowsky Italian Cultural Institute Address: 1088 Budapest, Bródy S. u. 8. T: +36 (1) , F: +36 (1) Web: Director: Arnaldo Dante Marianacci Russian Cultural Centre Address: 1062 Budapest, Andrássy út 120. T: +36 (1) F: +36 (1) Web: Director: Valerij Platonov Austrian Cultural Forum Address: 1068 Budapest, Benczúr u. 16. T: +36 (1) F: +36 (1) Web: Director: Dr. Barbara Lee-Störck Armenian Cultural and Information Centre Address: 1054 Budapest, Deák F. u. 17. T: +36 (1) F: +36 (1) Web: Director: Avanesian Alex Cultural Centre of Romania Address: 1146 Budapest, Izsó u. 5. T: +36 (1) F: +36 (1) Director: Mircea Oprita Cultural Institute of the Republic of Slovenia Address: 1088 Budapest, Rákóczi út 15. T: +36 (1) , F: +36 (1) Web: Director: Milan Resutík Pro Helvetia Swiss Cultural Found Address: 1055 Budapest, Stollár Béla u. 4. T: +36 (1) F: +36 (1) Web: Director: Kázmér Csaba 12

15 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 Agricultural Sciences Szent István University Animal Sciences Szent István University Applied Management University of Pécs Architecture and Architectural Engineering Szent István University Budapest University of Technology and Economics Art History McDaniel College Budapest Biology Eötvös Lóránd University British and American Literatures and Cultures University of Szeged Business Administration Corvinus University of Budapest University of Pécs Oxford Brookes University International Business School University of Hertfordshire - Számalk Rt. OKK School of Economic Studies Károly Róbert Főiskola 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 Catering and Hotel Management Budapesti Gazdasági Főiskola Central European Studies Andrássy Gyula Deutschsprachige Universität, Budapest Chemical Engineering Budapest University of Technology and Economics Chemistry 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

16 Commerce and Business Administration Budapest Business School Communication McDaniel College Comparative Law and Political Sciences Andrássy Gyula Deutschsprachige Universität Budapest Computer Sciences Eötvös Lóránd University University of Miskolc Computing and Information Systems University of Pécs Crop Production and Horticulture Dance and Dance Teaching Hungarian Dance Academy Dentistry Semmelweis University University of Pécs University of Szeged Diplomacy Andrássy Gyula Deutschsprachige Universität Earth Sciences Eötvös Lóránd University Ecology Economic and Social Sciences University of Kaposvár University of Miskolc Szent István University Economics FernUniversität-Gesamthochschule in Hagen McDaniel College Economics and Finances University of Kaposvár University of Miskolc Szent István University Electrical Engineering Budapest University of Technology and Economics Engineering Physics Budapest University of Technology and Economics English Applied Linguistics University of Szeged 14

17 English Studies University of Szeged University of Miskolc Environmental Engineering Budapest University of Technology and Economic Sciences Environmental Sciences Eötvös Lóránd University Environmental Sciences and Policy European Law 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 General Medicine University of Pécs Semmelweis University University of Szeged Geology Eötvös Loránd University Geotechnical Systems and Process Engineering University of Miskolc German Language and Literature University of Szeged Global Politics Pázmány Péter Catholic University Global Management History McDaniel College Human Kinesiology Semmelweis University Information Science, Engineering and Technology University of Miskolc Informatics FernUniversität-Gesamthochschule in Hagen Information Technology Engineering College of Dunaújváros Information Technology Management Business School International Business International Business School 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

18 International Economics Corvinus University of Budapest International Economics and European Studies Corvinus University of Budapest International and European Studies International Business School International Relations and European Studies Langue et littérature françaises Eszterházy Károly College Law University of Szeged Legal Sciences University of Miskolc Legal Studies Linguistics University of Szeged Literature University of Szeged Management and Business Administration Corvinus University of Budapest Materials Engineering University of Miskolc Material Sciences University of Miskolc Mathematics Eötvös Loránd University FernUniversität-Gesamthochschule in Hagen Mathematics and Computer Sciences Mathematics and Its Applications Mechanical Engineering Budapest University of Technology and Economics Budapest Polytechnik University of Miskolc Szent István University Medicine University of Szeged Medieval Studies Metallurgical Engineering University of Miskolc Meteorology Eötvös Lóránd University Midwifery Semmelweis University Modern European Languages and Literatures University of Pécs Multidisciplinary Agricultural Sciences Multidisciplinary Social Sciences Music Liszt Ferenc Academy of Music University of Pécs Nationalism Studies 16

19 Organizer of Business Corporations Szent István University Petroleum Engineering University of Miskolc Pharmacy Semmelweis University University of Szeged Philosophy Physical Education Semmelweis University Physical Training and Coaching Semmelweis University Physics Eötvös Lóránd University Political Sciences Corvinus University of Budapest Psychology Eötvös Lóránd University University of Pécs Pécsi Tudományegyetem Public Health Public Policy Recreation Semmelweis University Sociology and Social Anthropology Software Engineering Budapest University of Technology and Economics Study abroad program Teacher of English Language and Literature Eszterházy Károly College Teacher of German Language and Literature Eszterházy Károly College Strategic Finance International Business School Strategic HRM International Business School Studio Art McDaniel College Tourism and Hotel Management Kodolányi János University College Budapest Business School Trade Budapest Business School Transportation Engineering Budapest University of Technology and Economics Veterinary Science Szent István University Social Economics Corvinus University of Budapest For more details check our website at: 17

20 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

21 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 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