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

QS Sustainability: UD is the best Hungarian university

10. Dec. 2024

In its QS World University Rankings: Sustainability 2025, issued on Tuesday, QS ranked as many as 1,744 institutions of higher education from 107 countries, including 563 from Europe and twelve from ...

Academics

Delegations from institutions of higher education in Central Asia visit our university

09. Dec. 2024

Rector of Lankaran State University Natig Ibrahimov, together with Vice Rector Elvin Aliyev and Head of the International Office Gunel Mammadova, recently paid a visit to the University of Debrecen ...

Academics

This year’s DAMM goes to a Canadian molecular biologist

03. Dec. 2024

The distinction called Debrecen Award for Molecular Medicine was established in 2003 to recognize outstanding achievements in the field of molecular medicine at international level. Selected annually ...

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Egypt’s ambassador to Hungary wishes to further strengthen ties

29. Nov. 2024

November 28 has already been the second occasion for H.E. Ms. Heba Negm to visit the University of Debrecen. As a counsellor, last year, she was accompanied by Ambassador Mohamed Ibrahim Elshinawy to ...

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The University of Debrecen produces radiopharmaceuticals for markets abroad

28. Nov. 2024

Technical progress has led to the merging of PET with CT (computed tomography), resulting in the spreading of so-called hybrid PET-CT equipment. The first PET/CT scan in Hungary was also performed ...

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DE's international student community has grown even bigger

27. Nov. 2024

The number of international students at the University of Debrecen is constantly growing, with almost 2,000 more students joining the community in the last five years. Over 23% of the more than ...

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International research opportunities for UD professionals

26. Nov. 2024

Sergey Nedelko, Secretary General of the International Intergovernmental Research Organisation, founded in 1956 with the participation of 16 Member States, including Hungary, and Sergey Kulikov, ...

Research

3rd International Conference on Historiography

25. Nov. 2024

The previous two international conferences were also hosted by the University of Debrecen in 2014 and 2019. Both then and now, the event provided a forum for domestic and international ...

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Twenty years of partnership for international students

22. Nov. 2024

- The University of Debrecen's Coordinating Center For International Education (NOKK) started working with international education agencies almost thirty years ago, systematically seeking partners in ...

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Andrew V. Schally (1926-2024)

21. Nov. 2024

Professor Schally shared the 1977 Nobel Prize in Medicine with researcher Roger Guillemin for the discovery of hypothalamic hormones, their isolation and demonstration of their biological ...

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Monitoring Committee of the Council of Europe visits the University of Debrecen

20. Nov. 2024

Rapporteurs of the Monitoring Committee of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe, former Prime Minister of Greece George Papandreou (SOC) and Secretary of the Committee Matthieu Monin ...

Research

Researcher from the Faculty of Pharmacy among the best in Europe

19. Nov. 2024

Danubius Young Scientist Awards 2024 were presented at the 2024 Annual Meeting of the Danube Rectors' Conference in Krems, Austria. The award was founded by the Austrian Federal Ministry of ...

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Ambassador of Uzbekistan calls for further cooperation

19. Nov. 2024

The ambassador of the most populous state with more than 35 million inhabitants in Central Asia visited the University of Debrecen with his colleagues primarily to explore opportunities for ...

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Our Innovation Centre was buzzing with creative energy

13. Nov. 2024

Vice-Rector General of the University of Debrecen Károly Pető noted in his welcome speech that the University of Debrecen has always been committed to promoting innovation, supporting researchers ...

Research

CARPE's governing body met in Porto

12. Nov. 2024

In 2015, the University of Debrecen (DE) joined the international organization CARPE - Consortium for Applied Research and Professional Education, which was established by universities with a strong ...

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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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