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Learn and discover
in the heart of Europe!
INTERNATIONAL STUDY GUIDE
2022
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Affordable EU ABOUT US
2 Join the METU team! -
OUR PROGRAMS
28 Bachelor’s Programs
GOOD TO KNOW
68 How to apply
degree in the heart
The Rector Welcomes You 30 Business Administration and 69 Application details
4 Why Budapest? Management 70 Application deadlines
6 Why METU? 32 Commerce and Marketing 72 Discover more
8 METU’s unique training program 34 Finance and Accounting
10 MyBRAND 36 Tourism and Catering
of Europe?
12 Higher Education in Hungary 38 Communication and Media Studies
13 Scholarships and discounts 40 International Relations
14 Living in Hungary 42 Animation
16 Student life at METU 44 Environmental Design
18 Campuses 46 Graphic Design
20 Dormitory and accommodation 48 Media Design
22 Exchange programs 50 Film and Media Studies
24 Internship opportunities 52 Master’s Programs
At METU, it’s possible
26 Our programs 54 Communication and Media Studies
27 Preparatory programs 56 Management and Leadership
58 Marketing
60 Master of Business Administration
(MBA)
62 Tourism Management
DISCOVER MORE 64 Art and Design Management
66 Graphic Design
IMPRESSUM
Publisher: Ágnes Tóth PhD CEO, Budapest Metropolitan University
Editor: Dalma Veres, Andrea Kéri
Photos: Gábor Keczeli, Zsóka Jámbor, Máté Szekeres, Flóra Mihalik,
Gábor Kormány, Maaz Bhaiji, Luca Gőbölyös, Panna Bagoly, Fanni Benkő
Molnár, Bertalan Geberle, Bálint Hirling, Luca Utassy, Erzsébet Jámbor,
Sergey Markosov, Mohammadhossein Movahed, Petra Rösch, Dávid Schaffer,
István Urbán
Graphic Design: Patrícia Tóth
DTP Designer: Patrícia Tóth
Printing: CYM Kft.
Manuscript closed: 2022.03.30.
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METU’s international community Dear Prospective Students,
is waiting for you! I welcome you on behalf of the community of Budapest
Metropolitan University (METU). You are about to make a
very important decision in your life. Your higher education
institution will greatly influence your further career, social
and professional relationships.
Modern, successful universities have already discovered
that the most important task is preparing students for the
fast-changing job market.
At METU, we are well aware of this. This is why we were
the first to introduce portfolio-based education in Hungary. We created our unique
myBRAND training – a method which helps our students be successful on the job market
and start their career with a competitive advantage.
WHAT MAKES EDUCATION AT OUR UNIVERSITY SO UNIQUE?
At METU, studying is enjoyable, and you can leave the university
well-prepared for the job market.
Build your own personal brand from the first day of university with myBRAND!
Studying is fun: instead of frontal education, you will participate in a lot of teamwork
and projects, you will learn the most up-to-date digital and presentation skills in a
modern environment.
Practice in real life: you will learn the theoretical knowledge and will be able to apply
that straight in real-life examples. You can start your career as a fresh graduate with
experience: you will have a portfolio prepared by the end of your studies, introducing all
your projects and professional skills. This portfolio will be an invaluable help on your first
job interviews.
Build international personal and professional relationships!
• METU offers a modern, international environment with 1000+ international students
and a wide variety of free language courses.
• Gain relevant professional experience at one of our 2500 corporate partners.
• Participate in international exchange programs with scholarships at one of our 200+
partner institutions.
Dr. Bálint Bachmann DLA
Rector of Budapest Metropolitan University
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Why Budapest?
WHY HUNGARY? AN ENERGETIC CAPITAL CITY
Because Hungary welcomes everyone. WITH LOTS OF INTERNATIONAL
Hungarians enjoy having guests in their STUDENTS
country, and that includes you. The • Western European lifestyle and pos-
mix of young and old, foreigner sibilities EUROPEAN BEST
and local is what moves Hungary • Lively student life and cultural scene DESTINATION 2019
forward. • Modern and quickly developing capi-
tal city
A millennium of cultural heritage,
tranquil plains, picturesque mountains, STUDY AND WORK AT THE
thermal baths or the latest designer art SAME TIME
clothes and biggest music festivals - • Students are allowed to work 20
in Hungary, you have it all. hours/week
• 9 months stayback option to find a 30+ THEATRES, 200+
job after graduation
Classical and modern can be experi-
• Numerous multinational corporations
MUSEUMS, ~1000 ART
enced in music, architecture, cuisine or
entertainment. and job opportunities GALLERIES
AFFORDABLE, SAFE AND FRIENDLY
• Among the safest European countries
regarding crime rates in OECD coun-
tries
• Living expenses are only € 500 /
month!
WHY BUDAPEST?
In diverse Budapest, you can find a place
for culture, fun, history, education or
relaxation.
There’s the historic Buda side, with its
castle district, Turkish baths, Roman
ruins, medieval alleys, caves and count-
less green areas spread out among
the hills. The other side is Pest, with its
ever-changing promenades, stores, res-
taurants, bars and bubbling cultural life.
Budapest is a sparkling “UniverCity,” full
of students from all around the world.
Choose Budapest for the best study
abroad experience!
#1 Most affordable city for
international students in 2018
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Why METU?
METU is waiting for you in the • Our profressors are not only promi- • We provide assistance for our stu-
heart of Europe - come and study dent academics, but also successful dents regarding accommodation
at Hungary’s biggest private business people, professionals and and insurance, we also have a visa
university! artists with hands-on experience in package for those applicants who
the labour market require a visa
• Our CareerCenter provides coaching, • Our staff is committed to doing their
METU DEGREES ARE training and job seeking services best to assist you in solving all the
INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED • By your graduation, you’ll be able to problems you might encounter before
AND ACCREDITED join the job market with an awesome your arrival
• We follow the standards of the CV!
Bologna process and the ECTS credit
system WE PROVIDE A MODERN
• You can start your studies with a pre- ENVIRONMENT Discover METU and our
paratory program or start directly with • Our campuses are equipped with 20+ English-speaking
a bachelor’s or master’s degree, all in more than 800 PCs and Macs, lan- programs in the fields of
English guage labs, and smart boards business, art, communication
• We also place a great emphasis on • We have numerous well-equipped art and tourism!
language courses, which are free of and design workrooms, studios and
charge for you specialized classrooms that our stu-
dents can use freely
• Our buildings are easy to approach,
FOREIGN EXPERIENCE AND ONCE-
IN-A-LIFETIME OPPORTUNITIES they are close to several public trans-
• Mobility opportunities at 200+ part-
port stops
ner institutions in 47 countries and 5 WE CARE ABOUT OUR STUDENTS
continents • At METU, we focus on your indivi-
• With a constantly growing number of
dual development and build on your
partner institutions worldwide, you strenghts
have several opportunities to study or • The relationship between professors
work abroad and students is that of a partnership:
• We support your international they will not only be your teachers,
adventures with scholarships of the but also your mentors
Erasmus+ and the Campus Mundi • We assist our students with swift
programs and smooth electronic study services,
electronically accessible course mate-
WE PREPARE YOU FOR THE rials, textbooks and lecture notes
CHALLENGES OF THE JOB MARKET • Metropolitan has a vibrant student life
• Thanks to our unique myBRAND trai- with parties, events and trips throug-
ning method, you will enter the labour hout the year
market as an experienced beginner,
with a great competitive advantage EASILY ACCESSIBLE, USER-FRIENDLY
• We give students practical knowledge ONLINE APPLICATION SYSTEM
through real life assignments and • Our application site is easy to use, it
projects will guide you through the whole
application process
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METU’s unique training method:
We prepare our students for the challenges and labor market of the future.
By the time you graduate, professions and jobs will exist that have never even been thought of yet. The World Economic
Forum predicts that by 2025, 97 million new jobs of tomorrow will emerge, and 85 million jobs may be displaced.
At METU, we prepare our students for this ever-changing, constantly renewing world.
METU will give you all the help you need to realize your strengths, develop your skills, gain practical knowledge
and experience that will provide you with a competitive advantage when you launch your career.
For the sake of our students, we have pioneered to transform our educational system. In accordance with international
trends at successful, modern universities, we were the first to introduce the portfolio-based system in Hungary.
This is myBRAND, our unique training method.
myBRAND: a training method for building your personal portfolio
Your university years are about laying the foundations for your future. From the very first day, you are building yourself,
your CV, your own future – you are building your own brand. EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING BUILDING YOUR CAREER PRACTICE GOING LIVE
AS EARLY AS AT THE
This is why we focus on practical education that will help our students gain real skills and experience that can be • Exciting teaching methods: situation UNIVERSITY • 400+ relevant internship placements
integrated into their portfolio, presented at job interviews and give them a competitive advantage in the labor market. games, individual and group projects, per semester
debates, presentations, mind • Career consultation, support with • Job shadowing opportunities
At METU, you will work on real-life tasks and projects, and you will be taught practical skills such as presentation, mapping setting personal and professional • Extra knowledge and experience
assertive communication, debating, negotiating or representing yourself and your work. • Real-life tasks, market case studies, goals from professional workshops,
fieldwork and workshops • Professional network opportunities students’ groups, and professional
• Teachers who are successful through professors and fellow competitions
professionals with real-life students • StartUp Lab: launch your business
experiences and up-to-date • Opportunities to become an idea with a one million HUF fund
professional knowledge in their field integrated part of your profession from METU!
• Modern teaching environment and (company assignments, start-up
infrastructure, digital materials, competitions, article publishing,
e-notes, inspiring project classrooms international creative camps, art
and chill-out social spaces exhibitions, fashion shows)
• Professional portfolio built from
practical experiences and results by
graduation
CREATORS, NOT ONLY EXPERIENCED BEGINNER MENTORS, NOT ONLY
STUDENTS • Hands-on experience from teamwork TEACHERS
and projects
• Practical lessons, creative projects and • Real assignments from partner com- • Inspiring, supportive and motivating
tasks panies environment
• Lots of thinking together and • International student exchange and • Partnership between students and
teamwork work opportunities on 5 continents, the professors
• Focus on self-knowledge, finding at 200+ institutions • Focus on individual development
and building on students’ unique • Extra trainings and talent workshops • Continuous feedback, help and
strengths support
• Opportunities, support and resources
to realize own projects and ideas
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myBRAND FINAL
Build your career while at METU COMPETITIONS
Test your fresh
EXAM
with our myBRAND system! knowledge in
domestic and
If you took all the opportunities if you
asked questions and if you studied, you can
international succeed! Your confidence will be based on
contests! real content, your Portfolio.
START CREATIVE
myBRAND SCHOLARSHIPS
Training and workshop: Who am I? Make your dreams
come true-we SHADOW myBRAND
What am I good at? What do I want to
support the most PROGRAM WORKSHOP
do in the future? Show your skills and
everything you are! creative ideas. Peak into the mySKILLS In this workshop,
operations of a TRAINING you will be able to
ERASMUS+ corporation and Try doing stuff see your progress of
SCHOLARSHIP follow a boss’s differently - what’s your Portfolio
Study abroad day! the worst thing that building.
for a while and can happen?
INTERNSHIP TALENT Train yourself!
WORKSHOPS gain even more
Earn actual real
experience!
life experience STUDENT JOBS
through working Earn some experience and special skills in
for a company. our professional workshops and groups.
In Hungary you are allowed to work up to I MADE
20 hours per week. Earn some pocket
money while studying!
BEHIND THE
SCENES CAREER
Where really important things happen: COACHING
CAREERCENTER
join workshops and presentations made We’ll help you if
Get access to
METUJOBS
by alumni, agencies, startups and so on. you are stuck and
useful resources
don’t know how Find internship and student job possibilities at
about companies,
to go on. the METUJOBS Portal. Build your PORTFOLIO on
opportunities
abroad, career the site and show your work to everyone!
building. metujobs.metropolitan.hu/en
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Higher education in Hungary Scholarships and discounts
Hungarian higher education As other institutions of the European The workload of students in higher GET A TUITION FEE DISCOUNT NUMEROUS SCHOLARSHIPS
is famous for its quality all Higher Education Area, Hungary has education in Hungary is expressed AS A NEW STUDENT! FOR METU STUDENTS
around Europe, attracting tens a multi-cycle educational system, in terms of ECTS credits. Credits are
of thousands of students from with bachelor’s, master’s and post- numerical values allocated to the cour- Want to save up while studying abroad? At METU, we are committed to support
all over the world. grad cycles. The number of oppor- ses to describe the workload required talented students and make a path for
tunities to study in English is steadily to complete them. They reflect the With METU, it’s possible - explore our future careers.
Hungary is becoming an increasingly increasing at every level. quantity of work each module requi- discounts!
popular destination country for interna- res in relation to the total quantity of • METU Academic Scholarship
tional students from all over the world. THE ECTS CREDIT SYSTEM work required to complete a full year of • EARLY BIRD: 10% discount if you • Public Life Scholarship
Located in the heart of Europe, with its ECTS, the European Credit Trans- academic study at the institution, that Scientific and Professional Scholarship
are, lectures, practical work, seminars, submit your application before 30 •
vibrant and quickly developing capital fer System, is the common credit April • Sport Scholarship
city, Budapest, it is a convenient and transfer and accumulation system private work - in the laboratory, library • MNB Scholarship of Excellence
affordable option for those wanting to of European higher education insti- or at home - and examinations or other National Higher Education Scholar-
assessment activities. • EXCELLENCE AWARD: € 500 dis- •
study abroad at high-quality higher edu- tutions. count for the first two semesters, ship
cation institutions, and those looking to offered by the International Admission • Hungarian State Grant
gain valuable international experience The introduction of the ECTS Credit In ECTS, 60 credits represent one year
System means that the quality of edu- of study in terms of workload. Normally Team for outstanding applicants dur-
and to improve their language profi- ing the application process
ciency. cation is consistent and transparent 30 credits are given for six months (a Find out more about our
as the general principles for learning, semester), and each credit represents 28 scholarships!
teaching and assessment are commonly hours of work. • REFER A FRIEND: get referred by a
According to a recent survey carried friend at METU for 15% discount!
out by the Academic Cooperation set throughout Europe. Therefore, the
Association, in terms of study programs bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral ECTS credits are also allocated to work
degrees granted by Hungarian higher placements and to thesis preparation • SIBLING DISCOUNT: 5% discount for
provided in English, Hungary is the sixth both siblings studying at METU
education institutions can easily be when these activities form a part of the
most popular destination in Europe. regular program of study at both the
recognized in all European Union count-
ries. home and host institutions. of business, • METU FOREVER: € 500 / 1000 dis-
In any given year, around 10,000 for- art, communication and tourism! count for METU graduates enrolling to
eign students reside in the country master’s programs
participating in study programs offered In addition, it also enables students to
in foreign languages. easily gain international study expe-
rience by taking part in one or two
semester-long exchange programs at Find out more about our discounts!
INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED any European universities.
AND ACCREDITED DEGREES
Hungary is part of the European
Higher Education Area and the
Bologna Process since 1999, the inter-
national collaboration through which
countries and institutions continuously
adapt their higher education systems
making them more compatible and
strengthening their quality assurance
mechanisms.
In addition to receiving quality
education, students studying
in Hungary also have numerous
mobility opportunities, and gain
a competitive advantage in terms
of employability. DO YOU HAVE FURTHER QUESTIONS?
We are here to help you - contact us at askadmission@metropolitan.hu!
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Living in Hungary Living in Hungary
Hungary is often called the heart HEALTH CARE MEDICOVER HEALTH INSURANCE EMERGENCY AND AMBULANCE Monthly public transportation pass for
of Europe, and it really doesn’t get All full-time students must have a valid We offer a special, reasonably priced SERVICES students: 10 EUR
more Central than this. Offering health insurance during their studies in health insurance to our foreign students In case of emergency, medical
a unique mix of culture, history, Hungary. in cooperation with Medicover. The treatment is available in any state 1 loaf of bread: 0.6-1.5 EUR
leisure and sports, not to mention Medicover Health Insurance package hospitals. You may be charged for 1 liter of milk: 0.6-1 EUR
its world-renowned gastronomy, A valid health insurance is also needed provides unlimited (except for dental emergency treatment, but the fee can 1 cup of espresso: 1 EUR
it is the perfect place for your to get and renew your Residence Permit. treatment) access to medical services be reclaimed provided that you have an 1 bottle of beer: 0.6-1.5 EUR
university years, or event for the We strongly advise all non-EEA students in nearly 30 fields, is planned for active and valid health insurance. 1 bottle of wine: 2-10 EUR
next several years of your life. to insure themselves in their home long-term students with the minimum Eating out: 6-15 EUR
Hungary is conveniently located countries, or to apply for Medicover payment of six months and it costs 150 GUIDELINES ON ENTERING
in the center of Europe, with great Health Insurance offered by METU EUR per half year. HUNGARY
infrastructure and transportation before coming to Hungary. Please note For more information on how to enter
links. Thus it’s fairly easy to reach that travel insurance policies taken out For non-EEA students, the insurance the country during COVID-19, please FUN FACTS ABOUT HUNGARY
any European capitals or points abroad only cover the cost of the first package is available as part of our visa read our guidelines on our website. Hungary is one of the oldest
of interest by cheap flights, trains treatment in Hungary, and you need assistance package, while students countries in Europe It was founded
or buses. to provide the appropriate documents from EEA member countries can inquire in A.D. 896, before France,
from your home insurance company. about it too during the admission Germany or England.
STUDENT VISA In all other cases, the cost of medical process or request it in their Neptun
• EU and EEA (European Economic Area treatment must be settled at the rate set account after enrollment. Once your Budapest has the highest number
= EU + Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein) by the medical institution. insurance is active, you can book an of thermal springs in the world.
citizens do not need to hold a student appointment via phone providing your COST OF LIVING 70 million liters of thermal water
visa to enter Hungary. Students from EEA member countries name and date of birth. It will take a An amount of approximately 500-700 rise to the surface of the earth
• Non-EEA citizens must have a valid should apply for a European Health couple of months for your ID number EUR is needed monthly to cover the daily. Hungary has public bathing
student visa to study in Hungary. We Insurance Card (EHIC) in their home to arrive, but you can use the services costs of living in Budapest. This sum practices that go back to Roman
highly recommend all applicants to countries to receive basic health care. before that as well. includes rent, grocery, food, personal times.
study carefully the current legislation hygiene, local transport, telephone
concerning the visa and the residence For further information, please bills and other expenses apart from the Budapest has the oldest subway-
permit at the Hungarian Embassy or contact the Student Information tuition fee. line in mainland Europe. The
Consulate in their home country. Centre. Accommodation is the most significant Millenium Underground Railway
single expense in your budget, and the line was constructed in 1896. It
RESIDENCE PERMIT final amount will vary depending on is the third oldest underground
Non-EEA citizens need to apply for the the accommodation of your choice. railway in the world after “Tünel”
residence permit together with the visa in Istanbul, and the London
application before arriving to Hungary. Youth-hostel (utilities included): 230- Underground.
350 EUR / person / month
You can find further information Two-bedroom apartment: 300-400 Budapest is home to one of the
about the relevant legislation in EUR / person / month largest music festivals in the world.
Hungary on our website! One-bedroom flat (utilities not Around 400,000 people from all
included): 300-500 EUR / person / over the world flock to the Sziget
month Festival every August.
To give you a rough idea about
monthly living costs, see the following
list of average prices in Budapest in
EUR. The prices in this guide depend
on the exchange rate.
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Student life at METU Student life at METU
HAVE THE BEST STUDY ABROAD METU SPORT METU ON THE MOVE STUDENT UNION
EXPERIENCE IN METU’S CREATIVE METU offers numerous opportunities Since 2017, METU has organized a Are you a super social person?
COMMUNITY! for sports and exercise. You can choose whole series of events for students. Would you like to help others?
from numerous team sports organized Great trips, picnics, international dinners Then the Student Union team is for
University years are not only about by the university, or you can participate and sporting activities are part of the you!
studying. In fact, most of your dearest in individual activities and sports at our program. When organizing these
memories will be of the trips, parties, partner institutes. programs, we make sure to keep them As a member of the Student Union,
sport events or hobby clubs. • Yoga student-budget friendly as well, so you can help organize cultural events,
Studying abroad is an exceptionally • Football everybody has the chance to be a part parties, and represent the interests of
amazing experience: you can explore • Basketball of the lovely METU student community fellow students - in the meanwhile, you
different cultures and make amazing • Volleyball and have fun! can even gather valuable experience to
memories with new friends from all over • Floorball your CV.
the world. • Dance
Check out our videos to get a
• Squash
taste of our events and trips! MENTOR PROGRAM
WE WILL HELP YOU MAKE THE • Polefitness By our students, for our students.
MOST OUT OF YOUR UNIVERSITY • Running
YEARS! • Wall-Climbing The mentor program has been
• Spine-up created specifically for supporting our
METU offers plenty of extracurricular • Self-weight Exercise international newcomers.
activities and exciting programs -
you just have to choose! Find out more at All new students are welcome to sign
www.metubudapest.hu/metu- up and become a mentee. As a mentee,
STUDENT CLUBS sport-1! you will get a mentor (senior student)
Student clubs are a great opportunity who will help you with your academic
to get involved in different activities, to EVENTS AND TRIPS FOR and personal questions.
develop your skills and hobbies, and INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
to meet other students with similar METU organizes frequent programs to Becoming a part of our mentor
interests. community is also an amazing
These clubs are organized by the help new students and international
students feel at home. The events and opportunity to take part in events
university, but led by our students. organized by the Mentor Program,
METU has a vivid student life with wide trips are a great way to make new
friends and to explore Budapest where you can have fun and make
variety of clubs: we have Film Watching friends.
Club, Filming Club, Photography Club, and other parts of Hungary!
RPG Club, Cooking Club, Meditation Find out more at
Club and so on. WELCOME DAY
At the start of each semester, we www.metropolitan.hu/mentor-
You can try and join as many clubs as program!
you like - you can even launch your own welcome our new students with an
in our Student Club system! amazing Welcome Day. These days
include adventure games, tasty meals
Find out more at and breathtaking views of Budapest
www.metropolitan.hu/metu-clubs! from exclusive angles. Students can
also meet some of the professors and
faculty members – but we can promise
you, there will be no talk about exams.
Instead, you can expect great company,
plenty of useful information and
support!
18 19Campuses
Nagy Lajos Campus (main campus)
The round building at the Nagy Lajos Campus is the iconic symbol of METU. Nagy Lajos Campus is the home of our
students majoring in communication, business and tourism, but there are also numerous creative workrooms for art
students as well.
The campus has two buildings: the main building and the well-known round building. The nice park with the caravaans
and tables in between, the community spaces and the cafeteria make this campus a really popular place for students
to hang out at.
Fun fact: Nagy Lajos was a Hungarian king in the 14th century. ‘Király’ means king in Hungarian.
Address: 1148 Budapest, Nagy Lajos király útja 1-9.
Programs taught: communication, tourism and business programs
Closest transportation hub: Örs vezér Square
Parking: in front of the university
Public transport options: bus, trolley, suburban railway (hév), metro, tram
Food & drink: cafeteria, restaurant, drink and snack vending machines
Services: central library, on-the-spot reading, photocopy, print and scanning, METU gifts, WiFi
Freetime: yard, football table in the cafeteria
Rooms: 4 big halls, 30 seminar rooms, 6 computer rooms, free-to-use terminals, Radio METU Studio
Rózsa Art Campus
The Rózsa Campus is one of the two art campuses of METU. It is the home of our design and graphics programs’
students. Rózsa Campus has numerous art workrooms, studios and specialized classrooms, as well as a cosy art library
and community spaces.
Fun fact: ‘rózsa’ is the Hungarian word for rose.
Address: 1077 Budapest, Rózsa u. 4-6.
Programs taught: design and graphics
Closest transportation hub: Keleti Railway Station
Public transport options: bus, trolley, metro, railway, tram
Food & drink: cafeteria, drink and snack vending machines
Services: art library, WiFi
Workrooms, studios and specialized classrooms: manual and digital screen printing, engraving and lithography, 3D
printing, photo studio and lab, ceramics, textile, fashion, carpentry, jewellery workrooms
Infopark Art Campus
The Infopark Art Campus is the home of our media and animation students. You can find numerous exciting workrooms,
studios and specialized classrooms here, such as the sound studio, or the editing, cutting and screening rooms.
Address: 1117 Budapest, Infopark D building
Programs taught: media and motion picture programs
Closest transportation hub: Infopark station, Újbuda-központ
Public transport options: metro, tram, bus
Food & drink: cafeteria, drink and snack vending machines
Services: common rooms and community spaces, WiFi
Workrooms, studios and specialized classrooms: sound studio, editing, cutting and screening rooms, intelligent
storage server, computer labs, puppet workroom
20 21Dormitory and accommodation
Accommodation will make up the most Nova INN Dormitory
significant percentage of your total Quiet, comfortable, right next to the
monthly budget as a student living in CEU Residence Center main campus!
Budapest. You will need an amount of Well-equipped, modern home to The Nova Inn is a small student hostel
approximately € 200-500 to cover your hundreds of students! just 200 meters from the university’s
monthly accommodation costs. The CEU Residence Center is a hotel and main building. It consists of 6
conference center where hundreds of apartments, each with 4-7 students.
The amount you’ll need will depend on students can find a home during their All apartments have a well-equipped
university studies. The main campus of kitchen, a comfortable living room
the type of accommodation you choose: METU is only 12 minutes away, while area and 2-2 bathrooms and toilets.
• Dormitories and student hostels
the art campus and the city center can Broadband Wi-Fi is accessible in all
cost about € 230-350, be reached in 20 minutes by public apartments.
• or you can rent a private
transport.
apartment for about € 400-500.
Its special feature is that it has its own
New students first arriving to live in swimming pool and a gym, which
Hungary usually prefer to live in a residents can use free of charge, but it
dormitory, as this is the most convenient also offers numerous other hotel-type
and affordable option. In addition, it is services and facilities, such as:
also a great opportunity to make friends
with other international students! • 24/7 reception, security and
maintenance service
METROPOLITAN DORMITORIES • Swimming pool and sauna
Budapest Metropolitan University has • Gym
two contracted dormitories. One of • Sports field and outdoor tennis court
them is a comfortable hostel right next (sport equipment available at the
to our main campus, the other one is a reception)
buzzing, well-equipped hotel with many • Billiard, Football, Table Tennis
international students. • Pub (can be booked for private
parties)
Find out more from our website! • Common kitchen and TV lounge on
every floor
• Garden with relaxing furniture
• Bicycle storage
• Study room
• Wi-fi
• Room cleaning and fresh bedsheets
every month, iron and vacuum cleaner
usage
22 23Exchange programs Exchange programs
Gain international experience with exchange opportunities at METU! ERASMUS+ STUDENT MOBILITY ERASMUS+ TRAINEESHIP MOBILITY ASSISTANCE FROM METU
Budapest Metropolitan University offers numerous opportunities for our full-time students to take part in exchange programs As a participant of the Erasmus+ Participants can spend 2-12 months We will help you with...
and internships abroad within the framework of Erasmus+ and other scholarship programs. Student Mobility exchange program, with completing their traineeship
students can spend 1 or 2 semesters at companies, small-enterprises, Choosing the most suitable host
WHY PARTICIPATE? studying at a partner higher education research institutes or higher education university for studying
Upgrade your CV! institution abroad. institutions abroad.
Recruiters of international companies prefer applicants with extensive international experience and good command of second Creating the most appropriate study
languages. We select our partners based on the HOW DOES IT IMPROVE MY and/or training plan for students
quality of education, as well as the PROFESSIONAL PROSPECTS AND
Develop your skills! provided services. We constantly extend PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT? Providing necessary information
Besides enhancing personal and academic development, an exchange will also improve soft skills, such as problem- solving, curiosity, the circle of our partner institutions regarding visa requirements and
creativity, independence, adaptability, boost confidence as well as raise employment prospects of our students. and are also open to establish new co- You will become more independent, accommodation possibilities in the
operations in study areas. more conscious in your career choices chosen country
Experience and memories of your lifetime and will be able to connect with like-
Exchange programs broaden students’ horizons by discovering new cultures, help enrich educational environment, and contribute HOW DOES IT IMPROVE MY minded young professionals across Estimating the amount of scholarship
to building a pool of well-qualified, open minded and internationally experienced young people. ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT? Europe and providing the funding prior to the
departure
You can extend your professional Students taking part in Erasmus
knowledge by studying program-related + Traineeship are half as likely to Preparing a step-by-step guide and
subjects during your mobility experience long-term unemployment organizing student forums to help
compared to those who have not students completing their applications
You will experience different learning trained abroad and, five years after and Erasmus+ documents
practices and teaching methods graduation, their unemployment rate is
23% lower Support and advice in preparation
Completed subjects and credits will be of departure and in case of personal
transferred to Budapest Metropolitan Staff with international experience are difficulties
University upon return and subjects given greater professional responsibility
studied abroad will be included in the according to 64% of employers,
Diploma Supplement therefore you can expect faster career
advancement
HOW IS IT BENEFICIAL FOR MY
PERSONAL ENRICHMENT? SCHOLARSHIP RATES:
€ 570-620 per month, in addition to
You will become a part of an extensive the salary received at the traineeship
international student community placement
You will make new international friends
as well as establish a professional
network across Europe
You will experience a whole new culture,
customs and live a very different lifestyle
Some of our most renowned partner institutions:
In the EU: Avans University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands; Berlin International University of Applied Sciences, Germany; You will develop skills such as
Polytechnic Institute of Lisbon, Portugal; Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti, Milano, Italy; ESIC Business & Marketing School, Madrid/ productivity, adaptability and creativity
Valencia, Spain; School of Higher Studies of Design Valencia, Spain; Université Grenoble Alpes, Grenoble, France; Tampere University
of Applied Sciences, Tampere, Finland; Limerick Institute of Technology, Ireland; Bern University of Applied Sciences, Switzerland; SCHOLARSHIP RATES:
Business Academy South West, Esbjerg, Denmark € 470-520 fixed scholarship per month
Globally: Concordia University of Edmonton, Canada; St. Mary’s College, India; Toyo University, Japan; Universidad Autónoma del
Estado de Hidalgo, Mexico; The University of Seoul, South Korea; Wenzao Ursuline University of Languages, Taiwan; University of
Houston-Victoria, USA
24 25Internship opportunities
Major partners providing work 33. FINABEL - European Army 62. Marriott Brussels Hotel
placement in recent years: Interoperability Centre 63. Marriott International
1. Accent Hotel Management 34. Food and Agriculture Organization of 64. Martin Mulligan Marketing
2. Accenture the United Nations 65. McCann Erickson
3. ACCOR-PANNONIA HOTELS 35. Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace 66. MEININGER Shared Services
4. Agoda International 36. Frenchman’s Creek Country Club, 67. Mellow Mood Hotels
Gain professional experience during 5. AMC Networks Central Europe USA 68. Mercure Hatfield Oak Hotel
your studies, and start your career 6. Amnesty International 37. General Electric 69. MetLife
with a competitive advantage! 7. Avis Budget Group 38. Genpact 70. Mylan Global Services
8. BDO Hungary 39. Givaudan 71. Nestlé Hungary
At METU, gaining practical experience 9. BMW Group 40. Global Jobs EU 72. NH Hotel Group
will be an integral part of your studies. 10. Bonduelle Central Europe 41. Global Leading Conferences 73. Nokia Solutions and Networks
Apart from compulsory internships, 11. Boscolo New York Palace Hotel 42. GOLDEN Hotels & Resorts 74. Open Mind Education Center
you will be able to study in a practice- 12. British Telecom 43. Hadron Finsys 75. OTP Bank
oriented spirit from the very first day. 13. Camp Leaders 44. HAYS Recruiting 76. Pedersen & Partners
14. Celanese Hungary 45. HBO Holding 77. Placement in Portugal
METU offers countless internship 15. China Hotel Traineeship 46. Hotel Arts Barcelona 78. Placement International
opportunities in a wide variety of 16. CIB Bank 47. Hungarian American Coalition 79. PrecisionHR
professional fields. 17. Citibank Europe 48. IBIDEN Hungary 80. Process Solutions
18. Coca Cola HBC 49. IBM Hungary ISSC 81. Procter&Gamble
METU has hundreds of professional 19. Continental Group Hospitality 50. Ikos Resorts 82. PwC
partners in the fields of art, business, 20. CPL Group 51. International Trainee Netwrok 83. Raiffeisen Bank
communication and tourism. 21. Cushman & Wakefield 52. Internship in France 84. RBC Investor & Treasury Services
22. Delegate International Recruitment 53. IQ EQ Luxembourg 85. Roche Services Europe
Our internships help our students 23. Deloitte Hungary 54. Italian Chamber of Commerce for 86. SAP Hungary
prepare for real work situations and 24. DIAGEO Hungary 87. Spain Internship
the requirements of the labour market, 25. Doubletree by Hilton Cambridge 55. JOBSGARDEN 88. TATA Consultancy Services
and they offer great opportunities for 26. Emirates Palace 56. JOBTRUST HR Recruitment & 89. TESCO Global
networking. Moreover, work placements 27. Erste bank Consulting 90. UNICEF Global Shared Services
can result in a full-time job offer. 28. Europa Design 57. Kelly Services Centre
29. European Student Placement Agency 58. Lego Manufacturing 91. UNISYS
Are you ready to kick-start your 30. Eurosped 59. L’Oréal Hungary 92. Vodafone Shared Services Budapest
career during your years at METU? 31. Eurostars Budapest Center 60. Louis Hotels 93. Wizz Air Hungary
32. ExxonMobil 61. Ludwig Museum 94. WWF World Wide Fund for Nature
26 27Our programs Preparatory programs
AT METU, YOU CAN CHOOSE Professional Foundation
Semester for Business
Intensive English Language
Preparatory Program
Pre-Master’s Program
This program takes one semester
FROM 20+ PROGRAMS
Programs The program is designed for and it is for students who need
A new preparatory program is applicants who would like to to improve their academic
offered for students who need improve their English skills from skills required for successful
IN THE FIELDS OF
to further improve their skills pre-intermediate to advanced postgraduate studies in the fields
and knowledge in the fields of level; also for those who would of communication or business.
business, economics, mathematics like to apply to our programs, Usually, the Pre-Master’s Program
ART,
and other subjects in order to but do not yet have the required is required if you would like to
prepare for the challenges of level of English knowledge to study business or communication
Bachelor’s programs in the start the chosen program. The on Master’s level, but your
BUSINESS,
business field. program will help you improve Bachelor’s degree was from a
your professional language skills different field.
in order to meet the level required
COMMUNICATION
for our degree programs.
We offer 2-semester (600 hours)
AND TOURISM. and 1-semester (300 hours)
programs.
PREPARATORY PROGRAMS · BACHELOR’S PROGRAMS · MASTER’S PROGRAMS
CHECK OUT OUR PROGRAMS AND START YOUR APPLICATION NOW!
28 29Find the right program for you at METU!
Art, business, communication, tourism
“There are really good and experienced
BUSINESS, COMMUNICATION
professors at METU, and you can interact and
AND TOURISM PROGRAMS
learn from students from all over the world.” Business Administration and Management BSc
Eduarda, International Relations BA Commerce and Marketing BSc
Finance and Accounting BSc
Tourism and Catering BSc
BACHELOR’S
Communication and Media Science BA
International Relations BA
ART PROGRAMS
Animation BA
Environmental Design BA
Graphic Design BA
Media Design BA
Film and Media Studies BA
30 31Business Administration and Management At METU, you do not only learn
the fundamentals of business
BSc Program - including finance, operations,
human resources, marketing,
and management -, but you
also learn how to lead and
Success has many components. If Career opportunities: motivate people, communicate
you want to succeed in business, • Enterprise manager Duration of the program: effectively, and think critically.
you should be ready to think big, • Business communicator 6+1 semesters
be capable of comprehending • Environmental manager Location: Budapest
far-reaching processes and have • Expert of EU economic relations Qualification: Economist in Business
analytical, organizational and man- • Manager of start-up businesses Administration and Management
Rimsha
agerial skills in order to deliver busi- Application Requirements: METU student from Pakistan
ness results. This is inconceivable Main topics:
IELTS min. 5.5
Micro- and Macroeconomics; Princi-
without up-to-date knowledge and ples of Marketing; Business Economics; High school diploma
effective management and commu- Introduction to e-Business; Corporate High school Math grade above 60%
nication training. Finance; Accounting; Management and
Organization; Human Resources Man- Head of Program:
Our courses prepare our students agement; Logistics; Decision Theory Dr. Katalin Huzdik
to meet any business challenge and Methodology (ERP Systems); Project PhD
imaginable. In addition to receiving Management; Strategic Planning; Con-
a thorough foundation in econom- trolling; Business Informatics
ics, students will also learn how to
make powerful presentations, han- Why is this program unique?
dle business negotiations, organize • We demonstrate the best business
practices through the analysis of
events and write press releases.
industry-related case studies.
• Our students have the opportunity to
We teach you how to compete to practice their skills in a simulated busi- Tuition fees, more information
succeed in a professional environ- ness environment. and application
ment, how to develop winning • Our strategic partnership with the
strategies and how to realize your Young Entrepreneurs Association
business goals. Hungary provides our students oppor-
tunities for networking and gaining
This is for you if: you are creative, have professional experience.
good problem-solving and communica-
tion skills, are interested in organizing
complex processes, are open-minded
with a wide perspective, and aim for
professionalism.
Specializations:
• Financial Management
• Global Marketing
• International Business
Specializations are only launched with a
minimum of 15 students.
32 33Commerce and Marketing My favorite course is Integra-
ted marketing communica-
BSc program tions, because the professor
is a brilliant presenter and a
really good professional. His
course is extremely interesting
Marketing is essential in every social, and technological environment. and useful.
aspect of life – we are surrounded Practicing several skills is also part of the Duration of the program:
by brands which influence our deci- curriculum: you will learn about the pro- 6+1 semesters
sions, and in some situations, we cess of preparing and making decisions Qualification: Economist in
can only be successful if we learn about communication and marketing Commerce and Marketing Viktoriia
how to sell our personal brand. through different tasks and projects. Application Requirements:
IELTS min. 5.5
METU student from Russia
Commerce and Marketing provides Specializations are only launched with a
fundamental business and economic High school diploma
minimum of 15 students.
skills that offer an unrivalled range High school Math grade above 60%
of possible career and further edu- Career Opportunities:
cation paths. Students can develop • Expert working for the commerce and Head of Program:
their skills during practical trainings marketing departments of multina- Dr. Rita Lukács
in small groups under the guidance tional and national companies PhD
of recognized industry experts. The • Expert working for advertising and PR
fields of marketing, PR, advertising
agencies
and communication are all open
pathways for our graduates. • Manager of start-up businesses
• Executive or marketing professional of
This is for you if: you have strong small and medium enterprises
verbal and written communication skills, • Expert in the non-profit sector
you are alert and up-to-date with busi-
ness events and interested in the con- Main topics: Tuition fees, more information
cept and operation of commerce and Principles of marketing, commerce and and application
marketing. trade, management and organization,
international economics, integrated mar-
Specializations: keting communication, introduction to
Advertising and PR e-business, market research, advertising
This specialization will prepare you to and media planning, public relations
become a useful member of advertising theory and practice, digital marketing
and PR agencies, or to work for small, solutions, branding in international envi-
medium, and large companies in mar- ronment, content marketing
keting-related positions. Your studies
will be practice-oriented: you will learn Why is this program unique?
You can be an active participant of your
how to produce a wide range of adver-
learning process both in individual and
tising and PR materials in practice. We in group tasks, where you will learn
put strong emphasis on new techniques professional skills while working on case
and tools: you will learn not only the studies and projects. Besides getting the
basics of digital marketing, but also professional basics, you will also become
about new media, or latest marketing familiar with the latest marketing trends,
trends like content marketing. learn how to find and interpret relevant
sources, and strengthen your creative
Global marketing skills.
This specialization will give you a deeper
insight into the international aspects
of marketing. During your studies, you
will learn about specialties of the inter-
national market, and the economic,
34 35Finance and Accounting Our professors are renowned
experts in their field with
BSc Program great knowledge. METU is an
open and modern university
with great flexibility and a
focus on practical education.
Understanding the nature of money sector and financial departments of the financial law; strategic planning; eco-
and the capital market is an excit- public administration. nomic analysis; audit, risk and control;
ing, rewarding and worthwhile Students will learn about the types insurance; project financing; manage- Dóri
adventure. This program makes stu- and characteristics of financial services ment accounting; accounting for finan-
dents understand financial culture in detail, will become able to fulfil cial institutions; controlling; accounting METU student from Hungary
through an analytical approach, so financial planning tasks in corporate information system; international
they are capable of comprehend- environments, and gain understanding financial accounting for multinational
ing the domestic and international of risk management and insurance companies; IT support of finance and
financial processes in their diversity. topics. accounting; project planning; founda-
We focus on fostering independent tions of international corporate finance;
strategic, business planning and International Accounting financial accounting and reporting; con-
analytical skills. This specialization focuses on solidated annual reporting
development of skills and abilities
We consider it important that our needed to control the accounting
students have the opportunity Duration of the program:
processes of various economic
to work with the latest tools and 6+1 semesters
software. These advanced financial entities in domestic and multinational
environment. Location: Budapest
tools are essential for understand- Qualification: Economist in Finance
ing today’s most dynamically devel- Students become able to carry out
accounting professional duties, to and Accounting
oping sector, with special emphasis
manage the accounting policies Application Requirements:
on e-business.
and standard in corporate and IELTS min. 5.5
Besides becoming familiar with all public environment and will get High school diploma
the major secrets of investment, acquainted with the most up to date High school Math grade above 60%
financing and taxation decisions, infocommunication technology.
you will be able to organize and Head of Program:
manage a company’s financial, Specializations are only launched with a Dr. Zsolt Baranyai
accounting and taxation processes. minimum of 15 students. habil
This is for you if: you would like to get Career opportunities:
acquainted with the financial challenges • Working at national and international
of enterprises and to understand the financial services companies (bank
relations, the financial processes, and sector, securities trading, investment
also how to invest profitably, or predict and insurance companies)
financial successes. This program will • Getting a job at multinational consult-
provide you with adequate knowledge, ing and audit firms
• Employment in the fields of corporate Tuition fees, more information
information and practical examples. and application
finance and accounting, tax advising
• Working for governmental organ-
Specializations: izations dealing with finance and
Finance economics
The finance specialization focuses on
development of skills and abilities Main topics:
needed for managing and operating Introduction to finance; corporate
financial functions and organizational finance; accounting; calculus for business
framework of domestic and and economics; statistics; business eco-
multinational companies, the financial nomics; taxation system; investments;
36 37Tourism and Catering In METU’s international
community, you have the
BSc Program opportunity to interact and
learn from students from all
over the world. On top of
this, there are really good and
Tourism is one of the most culturally cooperating hotels. Why is this program unique? experienced professors at the
interesting and economically impor- The course is supported by reputed • The Tourism Department is small,
tant subjects in the world and hotels and hotel chains such as Mellow friendly and supportive university.
Budapest is one of Europe’s most Mood Hotels, the French Accor Hotels, • We take a very practical approach to
vibrant tourism destinations. Con- Danubius Hotels, Opera Garden Hotel our teaching, including project-based
sequently, it is the perfect place to & Apartmants, Mirage Medic Hotel, learning
study Tourism and to enjoy what Continental Hotel Group, Accent • Students are taught to be creative and Eduarda
the city has to offer. Hotels. These hotels also provide work innovative
placements for our students. • We connect our studies closely to the METU student from
This program offers a thorough tourism industry in Budapest South Africa
foundation in business and the Specializations are launched only if the
most important subjects in Tour- minimum of 15 students wish to join
ism, and we place emphasis on the specialization Duration of the program:
developing students’ practical and 6+2 semesters
vocational skills as well as their aca- Career opportunities: Qualification: Economist in Tourism
demic ones. • Tour operators and Catering
• Managers of family businesses Application Requirements:
This is for you if: you are open- • Tourism consultants or advisors
minded, interested in culture, travel- IELTS min. 5.5
• Event organizers High school diploma
ling and learning foreign languages. • Tourism managers of small municipalities
Ideally, you should also be creative High school Math grade above 60%
and regions
and have good problem-solving • Managers of local, regional and national
and organizational skills. Head of Program:
tourism Melanie Smith PhD
Specializations: • Animators
Health Tourism • Managers working for health and well-
ness spas
This specialization focuses on health • Mid- and top-level managers of hotels
tourism which is one of the most • Attraction managers
important industries in Hungary as well
as a growth sector in many countries
around the world. By the end of the Main topics:
specialization, students will know how Leisure and tourism studies; tourism
to plan and manage health tourism marketing; catering and gastronomy Tuition fees, more information
destinations and facilities sustainably, studies; attractions management and and application
how to market them to appropriate experience design; tourism geography;
market segments and to create unique hotel management; tourism destination
and innovative experiences for tourists. management; introduction to health
tourism; travel agency management;
International Hotel Management informatics; microeconomics; social
The specialization focuses on all studies; basics of law; business
departments and units within a hotel economics; management and
organization; finance and accounting,
by offering modules that provide a attractions management and experience
knowledge and understanding of design, introduction to health tourism.
establishing, operating and managing
hotels. A number of seminars and
lectures are held off-site, at various
38 39Communication and Media Science METU’s community is a
mixture of super inspiring
BA Program people that create a vibrant
and fun environment, which
is very important for your
personal growth. This
Communication and the media • international affairs officer university is about freedom
have become an integral part of • international affairs officer Duration of the program: and creativity, and I would
our everyday life. They are not only 6 semesters
indispensable for work, but they Main topics: Qualification: Expert in
recommend METU to all
play an essential role in almost Theory of communication; advertising Communication (with specialization) those who want to learn new
every activity imaginable. The lat- and media planning; digital marketing
est developments in technology (new media marketing and advertising
Application Requirements: things.
trends); public relations theory and IELTS min. 5.5
provide an opportunity for an
immediate reaction to any event. practice; social studies; network com- High school diploma
Therefore, new applications, such munications; multimedia tools; creative
as Web 2.0 based technology, are of communication; principles of marketing; Head of Program: Azem
paramount importance for us. media market; media law; media-skills Györgyi Rétfalvi
training PhD METU student
Our creativity-focused subjects play from Kyrgyzstan
an important role to build a pro- What can you study?
fessional portfolio for our students. • Learn creative communication: writing,
Our aim is to transfer the in-depth speaking and problem-solving skills;
knowledge and skills needed to development of critical thinking and
understand and master the con- negotiating abilities; techniques of
stantly evolving tools of commu- assertiveness
nication – in a spirit that enables • Master social media: understand the
graduates to use the novel means new type of communications, the rad- Tuition fees, more information
of communication and the media in ical changes of social media publicity and application
a responsible way – preparing stu- and conscious usage of it, and the
dents to face any future challenges. features of social networks
• Learn to use media tools
This is for you if: you have strong • Project-based education: plenty of
communication skills in multiple lan- opportunities for students to experi-
guages, are interested in intercultural ence teamwork and active creativity.
communication and wish to understand • Integrated approach
the complexity of new media tools and
digital technologies. Opportunities to gain hands-on
experience:
Specializations: The Media Workshop is a platform for
• Integrated media students who wish to discover new
• International Communication forms of journalism and the immediate
future of the world of the media. If you
Specializations are launched only if the want to taste the spinning atmosphere
minimum of 15 students wish to join of an editorial office, try what a one-
man-crew can do, or if you are a real
the specialization. news junkie, you are most welcome on
board. Students working for the Media
Career opportunities: Workshop may also see their name in
• journalist, editor, press officer, print in the national media and partici-
spokesperson pate in international projects.
• mid-level management position in PR,
advertising and marketing
• salesperson, event organizer
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