Detailed introduction of the University of Szeged:

Introduction

The University of Szeged is a large national research university in Hungary. It is located in Szeged, the third largest city in Hungary, in the Csongrad County of the Southern Great Plain. It is one of the most important universities in Hungary and one of the most prominent higher education institutions in Central Europe.

Overview

Student size: The number of registered students has increased to 21,000, including more than 4,000 international students from 115 countries, forming a diverse academic community.

Course settings: There are 12 faculties, 19 doctoral schools covering 700 research fields, and more than 60 full-time degree programs for international students to choose from, including undergraduate, master and doctoral courses at different levels. The languages ​​of instruction are English, Hungarian, German and French.

History and establishment time

The origin of the University of Szeged can be traced back to 1581, when a Catholic university was established under the efforts of Stefan Batory, Grand Duke of Lithuania and King of Poland. The Cluj Academy, consisting of two faculties, the Faculty of Arts and the Faculty of Theology, became a famous university in a short period of time and was the only higher education institution in Hungary at that time.

In 1775, Maria-Theresa commissioned Piar to reorganize the academy and established the Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, which later became the basis of the Royal University founded by Franz Joseph I in 1872.

In 1921, the university moved to Szeged and began to operate under the name of the University of Szeged.

In 2000, Attila Jurov University, Szent-Gyorgy Albert Medical University, Juhas Gyula Teachers College, the Faculty of Food Industry of the (Szeged) University of Horticulture and Food Industry, and the Faculty of Agriculture of the University of Debrecen joined, and the new University of Szeged was officially established.

School Strength

Faculty: With 2,225 academic teachers, the school has a student-teacher ratio of 1:10, the excellent teaching staff can provide students with high-quality education and guidance.

Teaching resources and facilities: The school is equipped with advanced teaching facilities and complete learning resources. It has the world's seventh-ranked university library, as well as computer centers, research institutions, etc. In addition, the school also actively carries out international cooperation and exchange projects, and has established cooperative relations with many well-known universities around the world, providing students with broad international exchange and learning opportunities.

Scientific research results: In recent years, the cooperation between the University of Szeged and other universities and companies in research has greatly promoted the quality of education and academic innovation. It has an excellent global reputation for education and research activities in the field of natural sciences, especially in the fields of life sciences, biotechnology, laser technology and information technology.

Institutional nature

The University of Szeged is a non-profit public higher education institution.

Educational philosophy

Committed to cultivating students with innovative spirit, global vision and social responsibility, focusing on closely integrating education and research, emphasizing the unity of theory and practice, providing students with high-quality education and teaching to meet the needs of modern society for professional talents, and strive to enable students to become leaders and builders of future society and contribute to the development of the community and the world.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key disciplines: Medicine, life sciences, pharmacy and other disciplines are traditional advantageous disciplines of the University of Szeged. The School of Medicine ranks among the "Top 400 Universities in the World" in the ranking of medical disciplines, and the academic qualifications of its graduates are recognized by China, the European Union, the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom and other countries. Katalin Kouriko, winner of the 2023 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine, is also one of the outstanding scientists of the school. In addition, disciplines such as humanities and social sciences, arts, agriculture, and engineering have also developed rapidly, providing students with high-quality educational resources and scientific research platforms.

Key laboratories: The school has several key laboratories, such as the ELI Laser Research Center, which provide good conditions for teachers and students to carry out scientific research activities.

Faculty

The school has a total of 12 colleges, as follows:

College of Agriculture: Located in Hodmezeva, a small town 25 kilometers away from the center of the University of Szeged, its agricultural training has a history of more than 110 years. Education and research work consists of three institutes: the Institute of Animal Science and Wildlife Management, the Institute of Economics and Rural Development, and the Institute of Plant Science and Environmental Protection.

Faculty of Law and Political Science: It has several departments, including the Department of Agricultural and Environmental Law, the Department of Constitutional Law, the Institute of Criminal Sciences, and the Department of European Legal History.

Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences: It is one of the most famous colleges in Hungary that provides training in humanities and social sciences, offering 15 undergraduate courses and 40 graduate courses, and its 5 doctoral schools offer up to 33 courses.

Faculty of Medicine: It has basic science departments, including the Department of Anatomy, the Department of Biochemistry, the Department of Physiology, and other departments, as well as the Institute of Surgery, the Department of Cell Biology and Molecular Medicine, and the Department of Sports Medicine.

Faculty of Dentistry: It has been in operation since 1926 and is one of the fastest growing departments of the university. It has 6 departments, including orthodontics, conservative and aesthetic dentistry, and periodontology.

Bartók Bela Academy of Arts: With a history of 125 years, it is one of the leading higher education institutions in Hungary and has an excellent international reputation. Performance venues available to students include the Fricsay Ferenc Concert Hall and the Liszt Ferenc Chamber Music Hall.

In addition, there are the Faculty of Science, the Faculty of Economics and Business Administration, the Faculty of Engineering, the Faculty of Computer Science and Informatics, the Faculty of Education, the Faculty of Music, etc.

Ranking

In the 2023 QS World University Rankings, it is ranked 551-560 and is the top university in Hungary.

In the QS University Subject Rankings, the school's physical and life science subjects are often ranked in the top 500 in the world.

The University of Szeged is among the top 200 most sustainable and socially responsible universities in the world. It has also been rated as the best rural university in Hungary and the most environmentally friendly university in Hungary for eight consecutive years.

Expenses

Tuition fees: Undergraduate, the average tuition fee is 2500 euros/year, of which the average humanities and social sciences majors are 1500 euros/year, and the average health majors are about 3100 euros/year; Master's, the average tuition fee is 2500 euros/year, the tuition fee for majors such as legal studies is 1900 euros/year, and the tuition fee for medical majors is 8000 euros/year; doctoral tuition fees vary according to majors and programs.

Other expenses: including accommodation, living expenses, etc. The prices in Szeged are relatively suitable for students. The cost of student dormitories varies according to different accommodation conditions, generally around 200-400 euros per month. The price of renting off-campus housing is also relatively reasonable. In terms of living expenses, it costs about 500-700 euros per month, including various expenses such as food, transportation, and entertainment.

Campus

Location and environment: The main campus is located in Szeged, Hungary. The city is the city with the longest sunshine in Hungary and is known as the Sunshine City. It is a sister city of Cambridge, England, and is also known as the Cambridge of Central Europe. It has a vibrant city life and colorful festivals. The profound cultural heritage and humanistic feelings make it one of the university cities suitable for studying in Europe.

Campus facilities: The campus has a variety of architectural styles, integrating historical and modern elements, creating a strong academic atmosphere. In addition to teaching facilities, the school is also equipped with complete sports facilities, student activity centers, etc., providing students with a colorful extracurricular life place.