Student Life

Student Life in Pécs

The University has transformed Pécs into a Univer-city. With Faculties spread all over and no one particular campus, students may find it difficult to make friends with those from faculties other than the one they are studying at, but with over 5700 international students studying in the city of Pécs, it’s never hard to run into someone at the library, a party, or just walking around. Despite Faculties being spread throughout the city, most things are within walking distance, and if not, the public transport system is very reliable. Monthly bus passes are reasonably priced, especially if you use your student card. The city, in general, has a low cost of living compared to most other European countries and is safe.
Many students may find it difficult adjusting to life away from home, particularly those who are coming straight from high school and have never lived on their own. For these students, it is recommended that they live in the dorms for the first year as they adapt to life in a new place and studying at the university. The dorms are a great place to meet friends and can be a safe place for students who are overwhelmed with all the new responsibilities of living abroad.

Pécs is much smaller than Budapest and has much less nightlife than Miami Beach, but it still offers plenty for students to do. There are cinemas where you can see movies in English or Hungarian, as well as plenty of bars and restaurants. There’s Árkád for all your shopping needs, if you’re not satisfied with what’s available there’s always online shopping.
Traveling to Budapest for a weekend is always a great idea. You can see the monuments and enjoy the city with friends. Students also enjoy traveling to countries in the region, such as Croatia, Slovakia, Slovenia, and Austria.

ERASMUS+

Explore Europe through Erasmus+! Study or complete a traineeship abroad, gain international experience, discover new cultures, and broaden your academic and personal horizons.

EDUC

As a member of the EDUC European Digital UniverCity Alliance, the University of Pécs connects students with seven partner universities across Europe. Take part in international courses, summer schools, short-term exchanges, research opportunities, internships, and collaborative projects.

Stay active. Find your sport. Be part of the community.

Studying at the University of Pécs doesn’t mean sitting behind a desk all day. Whether you’re into team sports, fitness, or something completely new, there are plenty of ways to stay active and meet fellow students along the way.

Join a university sports team or choose from a wide range of activities, from aerobics, basketball and football to volleyball, handball, table tennis, archery, fencing, and many more. Looking to dance your way through university? The Dancing University offers a variety of classes that can even count towards your academic credits.

For everything sports-related, check out Pécs University Sport, the official sports platform of the University of Pécs. Discover sports events, competitions, scholarships, recreational activities, and special programmes throughout the academic year. And if you’re joining us in September, keep an eye out for the exciting sports events at the start of the academic year!