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

Silver Medal at the Junior World Championship

15. Apr. 2025

Bendegúz Serra’s student won two of her matches 15-14 and two 15-13 during the competition day and reached the top four. According to the results of the competition, Blanka Nagy defeated a Polish, ...

Research

Overview of the First Year of Da Vinci Robot-Assisted Operations at Debrecen University

15. Apr. 2025

The Da Vinci robot-assisted surgical system became operational at the Clinical Centre of the University of Debrecen (UD) exactly one year ago. It reduces the risk of complications and shortens ...

Academics

Students Wrote Quotes on Glass Walls

11. Apr. 2025

Every year, the University and National Library of the University of Debrecen (DEENK) joins the Post a Poem movement on 11 April, i.e. the Day of Hungarian Poetry. For the eleventh time in a row, ...

Academics

Do You Speak German?

09. Apr. 2025

A record number of more than a thousand applications were received for the competition, and the finals of the three-round competition were held in four cities: Budapest, Debrecen, Pécs and ...

Academics

Student from UD Kossuth Secondary School Wins Brain Bee Domestic Round

09. Apr. 2025

The International Brain Bee (IBB) aims to spark students’ interest in and encourage them to pursue a career in neuroscience. The competition, which began in the United States in 1998, attracts ...

Academics

International conference on patient safety in anaesthesiology

08. Apr. 2025

- Muscle relaxation in surgery is a key area of anaesthesiology. During the operation, we give the patient a muscle relaxant to ensure immobility during the procedure. By the end of the operation, ...

Academics

High-Tech Labs at the Faculty of Engineering

07. Apr. 2025

Another development has been completed at the Faculty of Engineering (FE) of the University of Debrecen (UD). A few weeks ago, a machine design room sponsored by a company was completed, then the ...

Academics

Gábor Rakonczay at the oDEon: our limits only exist in our minds

04. Apr. 2025

“When discussing the topic of significant achievements, we Hungarians can be rightly proud, because there are countless great achievements associated with the sons and daughters of our country. Our ...

Academics

Polish Day celebrated in Debrecen

03. Apr. 2025

The history of teaching Polish language and literature in Debrecen dates back to more than fifty years ago, starting in 1974 at the Institute of Slavic Philology of Lajos Kossuth University of Arts ...

Academics

Innovation in sports through European cooperation

03. Apr. 2025

MSE Hungarian Sport and Lifestyle Development Cluster was the only Hungarian participant at the above meeting held in our city, where representatives from seven European regions took part in ...

Academics

Premium Healthcare Services for EcoPro Employees

03. Apr. 2025

In practice, this means that the package provided to eligible employees includes, among other services, health screenings, preventive outpatient treatments, same-day surgical procedures, therapeutic ...

Academics

Our Confucius Institute celebrates its fifth-year anniversary

02. Apr. 2025

UD’s Confucius Institute was established in the fall of 2019 as a result of the cultural and educational cooperation between the University of Debrecen (UD) and Tianjin Foreign Studies University ...

Campus life

Group experiences with the support of Pannonia Scholarship Program

01. Apr. 2025

“This study trip to Vienna did indeed provide a great opportunity to gain international experience and a better understanding of European processes in the economy and tourism. Visits to the ...

Research

Doctoral hooding ceremony for new PhDs at our University

31. Mar. 2025

“We are not just awarding certificates, diplomas and awards today: we are paying tribute to the triumph of science and scholarship, perseverance, commitment and human intellectual achievement,” ...

Academics

This is where prototypes come to life

28. Mar. 2025

The sign-up sheets for the courses on 3D Printing, 3D Technologies in Practice, 3D Reconstruction and Scanning, and 3D Modelling were filled up quite quickly following their advertisement this ...

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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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