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

Research

Ideas from Debrecen for the cooperation between machines and human beings

11. Oct. 2024

Founded in 1885, Chuo University, with its six campuses and eight faculties located in Tokyo, is currently one of the largest and most prestigious private institutions of higher education in Japan, ...

Academics

Collaboration for More Efficient Oncology Care

09. Oct. 2024

The research and development agreement between the University of Debrecen and GE HealthCare was signed in May 2023 by Zoltán Szilvássy, Rector, Zoltán Bács, Chancellor, Sampath Kandala, General ...

Academics

Expanding Chinese-Hungarian educational connections

07. Oct. 2024

At the end of September, a delegation from Debrecen, representing Zoltán Szilvássy, Rector of UD, led by Róbert Keményfi, Dean of the Faculty of Humanities, accompanied by Pál Csontos, Hungarian ...

Campus life

Foreign Affairs Exchange: international experience, domestic advantage

01. Oct. 2024

“International relations are a top-priority issue for the University of Debrecen, so that its students could compete in an international environment and gain knowledge, professional, practical, ...

Academics

Researchers at the University of Debrecen may help save the saiga antelopes in Mongolia t

01. Oct. 2024

The beginning of this joint research project dates back to 2020, when the head of the Mongolian research team contacted Gábor Sramkó, Assistant Professor at the Department of Botany, Institute of ...

Academics

RUR rankings: UD has improved in all disciplines

30. Sep. 2024

The University of Debrecen has moved forward more than one hundred and forty places as compared to last year's result and has been ranked 132nd in the Round University Ranking (RUR) 2024 Natural ...

Academics

Golden jubilee in Polish studies

30. Sep. 2024

The teaching of Polish language and literature at a university level in Debrecen began in 1974 at the Institute of Slavic Philology of the legal predecessor Lajos Kossuth University. The department ...

Academics

A new connection in the spirit of the Belt and Road Initiative

27. Sep. 2024

Founded in 1976, Bengbu University is one of only 13 universities in China to offer Hungarian courses, and the only one in Anhui province to do so. This is one of the reasons why this Chinese ...

Academics

GTK and ÁJK to cooperate with Southeast Asian universities

24. Sep. 2024

A delegation of several Indonesian institutions of higher education came to visit the University of Debrecen on Monday, whereupon agreements were signed with the Faculty of Economics and Business and ...

Campus life

The new doctors have taken their oath

23. Sep. 2024

- When you receive your doctorates, the first moment should be one of gratitude. Be grateful to your parents, friends and all those who have helped you on this difficult journey," began Zoltán Papp, ...

Research

Engineering students learn about the future of physics

20. Sep. 2024

61 teachers and students from the Faculty of Technology of the University of Debrecen travelled to CERN, located on the border of Switzerland and France, near Geneva. Due to the European Organization ...

Academics

yoUDay 2024: yes to a common journey

19. Sep. 2024

An enthusiastic and expectant crowd welcomed the leaders of the University of Debrecen at Nagyerdei Stadium, after the welcome show that followed the opening of the gates, where the audience tuned in ...

Academics

International recognition for excellence in simulation education

18. Sep. 2024

The Interactive Medical Practice Centre, part of the Divison of Operative Techniques and Surgical research at the University of Debrecen and its 14 institutes and departments, provides medical ...

Academics

Dutch distinction for a DE BTK lecturer

17. Sep. 2024

The Order of the Order of Oranje-Nassau, one of the six classes of the Order bearing the King’s name, was founded in 1892 and is awarded for services to Dutch culture, mainly to Dutch citizens, but ...

Academics

Strengthening US agricultural relations

13. Sep. 2024

Before his arrival at the University of Debrecen, the President of the Pennsylvania Farmers Union gave a presentation on regenerative practices and how to maintain profitable family farms at the ÖKO ...

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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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