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

Collaboration in the Spirit of Scientific Diversity

04. Jun. 2025

Last June, a delegation from the University of Debrecen visited Florida to present the institution’s educational, research, and innovation development directions, best practices, and international ...

Academics

Partners from the United States at the University of Debrecen

30. May. 2025

It was during his previous visit to Debrecen last April that United States of America, was in the focus of discussions between Indiana Secretary Diego Morales had offered to assist the efforts of ...

Campus life

Focus on students: UD has been named University of the Year

30. May. 2025

On Thursday evening, it was for the very first time that the Ministry of Culture and Innovation organized a celebration of institutions of higher education in the Hungarian capital city. At the ...

Academics

Strengthening our relations with Cuba

29. May. 2025

The possibilities for academic cooperation between Hungary and Cuba could be further expanded, in the interest of which the rectors of nine Cuban universities came to the Hungarian capital city to ...

Research

A new generation of anti-cancer agents developed at DE GYTK

28. May. 2025

It was roughly fifty years ago that the hypothalamic hormones were discovered, including the so-called growth hormone releasing hormone, known and abbreviated in science as GHRH. In recent decades, a ...

Research

Expanding university-level connections with Canada

28. May. 2025

The Consulate General of Hungary in Montreal and the Faculty of Humanities of the University of Debrecen (UD) signed a cooperation agreement in 2023 in order to better understand the history and ...

Academics

Further expansion of our Asian partner network

27. May. 2025

The Department of Health and Epidemiological Surveillance of the Directorate General of Medicine under the administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan is currently planning research ...

Research

Striving to build an international academic community

26. May. 2025

“It was back in 2022 that this conference was first held as the result of a special cooperation between the international and the Hungarian Student Self-Government as well as our faculty ...

Academics

Competition of the Most Creative Talents in Nuclear Medicine

21. May. 2025

Rosatom announced the Global Hackatom in Nuclear Medicine competition for the second time, in which teams of university students from around the world are tasked with developing solutions covering ...

Research

An insight into the future of IT systems

21. May. 2025

Thanks to the spreading of new IT technologies and trends, significant milestones have been reached in everyday life, in the corporate sector, in research and education, as well as in patient care. ...

Academics

Vocational training for automotive engineering students at Debrecen’s BMW Group Factory

20. May. 2025

At the BMW Training Center, 41 students of the Faculty of Technology of the University of Debrecen (UD) majoring in the automotive engineering specialization of the BSc program spent 4 weeks and a ...

Academics

TAPI support offered for purchasing laboratory equipment

20. May. 2025

There is a close partnership between the pharmaceutical industry and the University of Debrecen to provide more practice-oriented education for future professionals, as exemplified by the HUF 2 ...

Research

CARPE: partnership in academic research

19. May. 2025

Although the member institutions of the consortium, including the University of Debrecen (UD), are not located in the capital cities of their countries (but in the cities of Hamburg, Utrecht, ...

Research

Historical research on the significance of the Balkans

16. May. 2025

The Austro-Hungarian Empire, as a leading Central European power, regarded the Balkan Peninsula as a potential area for economic expansion and political influence in the period between 1878 and ...

Academics

European conference of researchers of rheumatology

16. May. 2025

The 44th European Workshop for Rheumatology Research was a conference primarily for young rheumatologists and PhD students, where the latest theoretical and applied research proceedings are presented ...

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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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