For prospective students
Welcome to the University of Debrecen!
The University of Debrecen is proud to offer more than 80-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

Experts from the University of Debrecen on an international tour from Singapore to Australia

06. May. 2026

Two experts from the Faculty of Child and Special Education Needs at the University of Debrecen, Associate Professor Anikó Vargáné Nagy and College Professor Sándor Pálfi, completed their ...

Research

Modern History Symposium

30. Apr. 2026

Last April, the Institute of History of the Faculty of Humanities of the University of Debrecen (UD BTK) and the Department of Military History of the Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń ...

Academics

Professional Dialogue for Greener Cities

29. Apr. 2026

The Romanian-Hungarian project, launched last November, held a hybrid professional day yesterday, bringing together scientific research and decision-making. Approximately 120 participants were in ...

Campus life

Whisked away to Paris by oDEon

27. Apr. 2026

Notre-Dame de Paris is not just a play, it is one of the greatest milestones in the history of musicals. After its premiere in Paris in 1998, Richard Cocciante and Luc Plamondon’s work was included ...

Academics

International Food Day 2026: the Whole World in One Place

27. Apr. 2026

- Eating together is an integral part of our culture and has been the setting for significant historical events in many cases. A month ago, an article was published in the international scientific ...

Academics

Journal of English and American Studies of the University of Debrecen Improving Global Recognition

24. Apr. 2026

The Hungarian Journal of English and American Studies (HJEAS) features outstanding research in the fields of English and American studies. It is published by the Institute of English and American ...

Academics

European University Leaders Discuss Future Collaborations

23. Apr. 2026

- The CARPE consortium flourishes because it was the member universities that took the initiative to form the partnership themselves, and the joint work of recent years has proven that we think ...

Academics

Career Paths from the Lab to Industry – Career Day at the Faculty of Science and Technology

22. Apr. 2026

Over the past two decades, the DE TTK’s range of programs and network of industry partners has grown to include more than a hundred partner companies. At Wednesday’s event, thirty key market ...

Research

Rare Items from DEENK at the Centennial of the Collegium Hungaricum

22. Apr. 2026

The University of Debrecen was also represented at the centennial exhibition, which illustrated the cultural-historical significance of the Collegium Hungaricum and comprehensively presented the ...

Academics

The Shapers of Soccer’s Future Have Gathered

22. Apr. 2026

The two worlds of soccer, East and West, meet in Budapest at the Puskás Arena for the event titled Football Forum Hungary. The three-day international event attracted approximately 1,000 ...

Academics

The Faculty of Engineering’s journal has joined the ranks of leading academic journals

20. Apr. 2026

The International Review of Applied Sciences and Engineering (IRASE) advanced to a Q1 ranking in the architecture category, a Q2 ranking in the engineering category, and a Q3 ranking in the ...

Academics

DE ZK Choirs Make a Lasting Impression in Italy

16. Apr. 2026

From children’s choirs to adult choirs, from secular music to gospel, the Concorso Corale Internazionale International Choir Festival and Competition—which boasts an outstanding international ...

Research

Guests from Taiwan at the Faculty of Pharmacy

15. Apr. 2026

The head of the Taiwanese delegation, Liang Tzung Lin, a professor in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at Taipei Medical University, and Ildikó Bácskay primarily reviewed the progress ...

Academics

U.S. - Hungarian Course Development

15. Apr. 2026

The American professor, who specializes in teaching and researching American history and has decades of experience in developing online and hybrid courses, is visiting Debrecen for the first time, ...

Academics

Pharmacy PhD Students from Debrecen in the Far East

14. Apr. 2026

During the two-week program, six Hungarian and three Syrian PhD students from the Faculty of Pharmacy (GYTK), University of Debrecen (DE), were given a comprehensive overview of the Chinese ...

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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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