Hungarian higher education has represented academic excellence for more than 600 years and it began with our University, the first university in Hungary.
Level of degrees
The Hungarian higher education system follows the European structure introduced through the Bologna Process, offering students the opportunity to pursue their studies in a flexible and internationally recognised higher education system. At the University of Pécs, students can choose from different levels of study, including foundation and preparatory programs, bachelor’s (BA, BSc), master’s (MA, MSc), one-tier master’s, and doctoral (PhD, DLA) programs. Postgraduate specialist training is also available for graduates seeking to further develop their professional knowledge and qualifications
Preparatory Courses
Preparatory Courses
Preparatory Courses are non-degree courses designed to develop students’ language and academic skills before starting a degree program.
Bachelor’s degrees (BA/BSc)
Bachelor’s degrees (BA/BSc)
Bachelor’s degrees (BA/BSc) are first-cycle programs, typically lasting 6-8 semesters (3-4 years, 180-240 credit points) and lead to a Master’s degree.
Master’s degrees (MA/MSc)
Master’s degrees (MA/MSc)
Master’s degrees (MA/MSc) are second-cycle programs, generally lasting 2-4 semesters (1-2 years, 60-120 credit points) and building on a bachelor’s degree.
One-tier master’s programs
One-tier master’s programs
One-tier master’s programs combine bachelor’s and master’s studies into a continuous 5–6-year program in fields such as medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, and architecture.
Doctoral programs (PhD/DLA)
Doctoral programs (PhD/DLA)
Doctoral programs (PhD/DLA) provide advanced research training and typically last 4 years. A four-year doctoral program is a postgraduate alternative that may follow any Master’s or equivalent qualification.
Non-degree Programs
Non-degree Programs
Non-degree Programs offer specialised training opportunities outside the traditional degree structure.
Credit system and recognition
The European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) is the only existing credit system in Hungary. Due to the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS), which was introduced in September 2003, credits and degrees earned in Hungary are transferable to other European institutions and vice versa. In addition to the diploma, students are also provided with a special supplement that is recognized all over the European Union.
In order to ensure high international standards, strict quality control measures are applied. The Hungarian Accreditation Committee (HAC) conducts continuous institutional and program accreditation procedures and monitors the quality of educational activity for compliance with the European Standards and Guidelines. Hungarian higher education institutions and courses are accredited by HAC.
Courses and grades
In Hungarian universities education is provided in a system of seminars and lectures. Lectures are held for big audiences, the attendance is recommended, but usually not obligatory. At the end of the semester students have to pass written or oral examinations. Seminars are usually more informal study groups for 10-20 students, where there is room for individual consultation, discussion of the material and solving exercises. They usually conclude with an independently written paper or an examination.
The grading system generally used by Hungarian higher education institutions is the following:
Structure of the University of Pécs
The University has the traditional structure of European universities, headed by a rector and a team of two vice rectors, each responsible for a different area of university life. The faculties, headed by a dean, and the institutes headed by a director, represent larger academic areas. They are subdivided into departments that are in daily contact with students and are responsible for the academic programmes.
Structure of the University of Pécs
The University has the traditional structure of European universities, headed by a rector and a team of two vice rectors, each responsible for a different area of university life. The faculties, headed by a dean, and the institutes headed by a director, represent larger academic areas. They are subdivided into departments that are in daily contact with students and are responsible for the academic programmes.
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