March 15 is one of the three national holidays in Hungary (October 23 and August 20 are the other two): it commemorates the Revolution of 1848 and today it symbolizes national independence and democracy. Here is a review of its historical origins and the related traditions we still follow today.
'When in Rome, do as the Romans do'- says the proverb. Giuseppe Habib attained an Italian top university in Rome, but, because he was mesmerised by Budapest, did his Erasmus scholarship and PhD at BME Faculty of Mechanical Engineering. Later, he returned to Hungary as a researcher, and today works as a senior lecturer at the Department of Applied Mechanics of the faculty.
Are you interested in studying in Hungary, but you don’t know which university to choose? Besides the large university towns, many higher education institutions have campuses in smaller towns as well, where you can also find English programmes in various academic fields. Read our overview about some of those university campuses in the countryside, where you can study as an international student.
How can you start your studies in Europe? What degree programs are offered to international students at Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE) in Budapest, Hungary? What are the experiences of the students?
Plastic waste has devastating effects on the environment and scientists focus more and more on this subject every year. While there are dedicated research projects and experiments to find solutions to this global issue, sometimes we find answers when we expect it the least – even during a summer vacation!
The annual ritual of Busójárás dates back to hundreds of years, celebrating the end of winter and the beginning of spring. The UNESCO-recognised event lasts approximately for one week in the small town of Mohács, located in southern Hungary, near the city of Pécs. Although this year’s carnival was cancelled due to the pandemic, you can always learn more about Busójárás, one of the most famous Hungaricums.