Óbuda University – main campus view
Budapest & Székesfehérvár, Hungary

Óbuda University

A practice-oriented university excelling in Engineering, IT, Robotics, Mechatronics, Business and Safety Sciences. English-taught BSc/MSc/PhD programs with strong links to Hungary’s tech & industry ecosystem.

Established2010 (roots in 19–20th c. technical schools)
CityBudapest (+ Alba Regia Technical Faculty, Székesfehérvár)
FocusEngineering · IT · Mechatronics · Business
InternationalEnglish BSc/MSc/PhD

Campus & Location

Multiple campuses across Budapest (Bécsi út area and others) plus the Alba Regia Technical Faculty in Székesfehérvár. Good public transport, thriving student life and proximity to high-tech companies.

Academic Programs & Strengths

  • BSc: Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Business Administration, Safety Engineering
  • MSc: Computer Science Engineering, Mechatronical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Geoinformatics, Business Development
  • Doctoral schools: Applied Informatics & Applied Mathematics; Materials Sciences & Technologies; Safety & Security Sciences

International Opportunities

  • English-taught degrees across engineering, IT and business
  • Industry-linked labs in robotics, AI, CPS and automation
  • Erasmus+ mobility and partner network
  • Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship routes

Hands-on, industry-aligned learning with strong employability in engineering & IT.

Tuition & Example Fees (per semester)

Official tuition levels by study cycle; check programme pages for details.

LevelNon-EEA (EUR/sem)EU/EEA (EUR/sem)
BSc3,2002,000
MSc3,5002,500
PhD4,5003,500
  • Application fee: ~€150 (one-time, payable during application).
  • Payment: via the online application system or bank transfer; fees must be paid prior to enrolment.

Tuition Waiver & Scholarships

Stipendium Hungaricum (SH): full tuition waiver + monthly stipend + accommodation support + health insurance for eligible applicants.

Always consult the current SH call and Óbuda University pages for deadlines and programme availability.

Housing & Living

University dormitories operate in Budapest and Székesfehérvár (shared rooms). Many students also rent privately.

  • Dormitories: shared rooms; allocation via Mobility Office (limited places).
  • Private rentals: use national portals; budget varies by district and flat size.

Student Life & Highlights

Project-based courses, robotics & maker labs, tech competitions, and active student communities in a metropolitan setting.

Did you know? The John von Neumann Faculty of Informatics is one of Hungary’s notable IT hubs, with programmes closely connected to local industry.

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