For prospective students
Welcome to the University of Debrecen!
The University of Debrecen is proud to offer more than 100-degree programs fully taught in English: including Foundation Programs, Undergraduate Programs, Graduate Programs and Phd/Doctoral Programs.

For Current Students
Congratulations for choosing the University of Debrecen for your studies abroad!
Getting to know new people and places is an exciting experience and open new horizons that will have great impact on your future.
You will find all the necessary information that helps you with your studies and your life in Debrecen...

About UD
With a student body of about 28,000 the University of Debrecen is one of the largest institutions of higher education in Hungary today.
Hungary is a relatively small country of 10 million people, which has seven neighbours and one of the longest histories of European nations with a statehood of over 1100 years. As a member of the European Union and at the crossroads of East and West, it is a very accessible location and an ideal base to explore all of Europe.

Practical info and contacts We collected some information for you that might be useful before arranging your trip to Hungary, upon arrival as well as during your studies here!

University news

Academics

What Summer School Students Learned Besides the Hungarian Language

21. Aug. 2024

The foreign students enjoyed the extra programmes too, besides the lessons. This year, there were new programmes, such as a visit to Szeredás Porta in Sáránd where students learnt how to make ...

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Cooperation for the Protected Plants of Our Region

16. Aug. 2024

The cooperation between the Botanical Garden of the University of Debrecen (UD) and Hortobágy National Park dates back to the mid-1980s. As part of the cooperation, the seeds of plants that ...

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Medals from the Medical Championship

15. Aug. 2024

The University of Debrecen was represented by three competitors in the championship. One of them was Kinga Bágyi, Dean of the Faculty of Dentistry and leader of the DEAC women’s tennis team. Even ...

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UD Faculty of Engineering Wins Prize in Singapore

13. Aug. 2024

Members of the Faculty of Engineering of the University of Debrecen (UDFE) have won a prize with their presentation at the International Conference on E-Learning in Industrial Electronics that was ...

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The University of Debrecen resumes the training of space professionals

05. Aug. 2024

Under the UniSpace programmed, a consortium of 17 Hungarian universities launched four separate but coordinated postgraduate courses in space science in September 2022. One of these is the ...

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Hungary hosts the best ever European University Games

25. Jul. 2024

Debrecen and Miskolc won the right to host the 2024 European University Games in 2018. The Organizing Committee was faced with the challenge of organizing the biggest ever multi-sport event in ...

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UD: among the most popular institutions of higher education, even outside Hungary

23. Jul. 2024

The University of Debrecen is still very popular among students from abroad this year, with more than 31,000 applications received for the 2024-2025 academic year, targeting one of the more than 80 ...

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Summer School start

23. Jul. 2024

As a matter of course, the traditional Hungarian language and culture course will continue to introduce the Hungarian language to the participants. From beginner to advanced level, all categories are ...

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An enormous success for young musicians

19. Jul. 2024

The Faculty of Music of the University of Debrecen and the Conservatory Foundation jointly organized the highly attended International Summer Academy for Young Musicians for secondary school ...

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European Universities Games Officially Opened

13. Jul. 2024

Representatives from 400 universities across 40 countries arrived in Debrecen and Miskolc for the event. The European Universities Games (EUG) is one of the greatest multisport events in the world, ...

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Percussion Flashmob in Debrecen City Centre

12. Jul. 2024

This year, 130 people, including vocational high school students, college students, university students and young music teachers will participate in 17 master’s courses at the Young Musicians’ ...

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Safer spinal surgery at the University of Debrecen

10. Jul. 2024

At the Department of Neurosurgery of the University of Debrecen Clinical Centre intraoperative monitoring has been used for more than fifteen years. Recently, the procedure has been supplemented with ...

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South Korean Esports Player in DEAC Aspires to Make History

02. Jul. 2024

Back in the summer of 2021, we reported that a remarkable reinforcement came to the team of DEAC-Hackers with the arrival of Geun Yeong Kim. The South Korean esports player, who plays Tekken 7 and 8 ...

Research

Canadian-Hungarian Cooperation at the Faculty of Humanities

02. Jul. 2024

The Faculty of Humanities of the University of Debrecen (UDFH) and the General Consulate of Hungary in Montreal signed a cooperation agreement at the end of 2023 centred on researching the past and ...

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The Clinical Centre honours its most outstanding employees

28. Jun. 2024

1st July is the anniversary of the birth of Ignác Semmelweis, one of the most outstanding figures in medicine, the "saviour of mothers and babies", and the Day of Hungarian Health. In his speech at ...

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Student testimonials

Management and Business, PhD

Ratnesh Pandey, India

Personally, I am very inspired by the diversity at the University of Debrecen in terms of its population, students with different religions and their politeness towards each other’s values. The best thing about this university is that it offers an opportunity to meet people from all over the world and the way cultural diversity is incorporated into food, events and parties is incredible. And of course, apart from all the fascination and attractions, a student always needs time and space to study. The campus culture and other learning prospects are well-suited for students in Debrecen. “Personal space and a friendly atmosphere create a good environment to study.

Public Health MSc

Teuta Muhollari, Albania

Here at the University of Debrecen student life is more than education. This opportunity has broadened my academic horizon with new ways of learning and a global mind-set which will help me in my future life and decision making. Additionally, Debrecen is an inviting city and you can easily socialize in different cultural, community and networking events.

Medicine

Felipe Salignac Brasil, Brazil

Studying at the University of Debrecen is much more than acquiring knowledge. Just during my first year I already made life-long friendships, got to play handball with the Medical faculty team and was able to experience research first-hand. The facilities are well equipped to fully deliver the lectures and practices which makes learning easier and straightforward. The community life and the support from the senior students are also a strong point at the University. I couldn't have chosen a better University to study at.

Chemical Engineering, BSc

Ademola-Adesina Mofiyinfoluwa, Nigeria

Studying at the university has been a wonderful and enlightening experience. This is largely due to the diverse population of international students which gives us an avenue to get to better know each other’s respective cultures. Also, the professors are ready to help any students who are eager to understand course materials. The school also organizes various extra-curricular activities like food day, when the different nations make their native cuisines for everyone to taste.

Doctoral School of Health Sciences

Erand Llanaj, Albania

I have the opportunity to experience this at the University of Debrecen, which offers a wide range of courses, practicals and participation in in-depth research programs within a wide range of scientific domains. Moreover, Debrecen is a city where you can enjoy life: friendly, welcoming and it has a cultural agenda packed in frequent student festivities, artistic performances, music festivals and other unique events, with charming numerous sights and attractions to visit. An excellent choice to live, learn and love!

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