Women are making waves across Hungarian higher education, whether they're building global businesses, contributing to cutting-edge research, pushing creative boundaries, or helping shine a light on important social issues. Recent stories from Semmelweis University, Corvinus University of Budapest, Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME), and Moholy-Nagy University of Art and Design (MOME) showcase women whose work is creating impact both in Hungary and beyond.
Hungarian universities continue to strengthen their international profile through summer university programmes that combine academic learning, professional development, and intercultural exchange. Recent initiatives at Corvinus University of Budapest, Széchenyi István University, the University of Pécs, and Ludovika University of Public Service show how these programmes are bringing together students, academics, and professionals from around the world to learn, collaborate, and exchange ideas.
From climate research and sustainability education to wildlife health and green innovation, Hungarian universities spent June exploring solutions to some of today's most pressing challenges. These stories highlight how students, researchers, and educators are contributing to meaningful change while collaborating with partners across the world.
Summer in Hungary is more than warm weather and long days — it’s a season when the country’s landscapes, traditions, and creative spirit come alive. For international students, June marks the beginning of a period filled with exploration, cultural immersion, and a deeper understanding of what makes Hungary unique.
Hungary’s universities are not only centers of academic excellence, but also vibrant, global communities where international students can thrive, innovate, and lead. This month’s highlights showcase inspiring achievements—from award-winning research and student-led initiatives to personal success stories and impactful collaborations.
As the year begins, Hungarian universities are showcasing research that explores what sustains modern life — from the resilience of the human mind and social behaviour to the protection of forests, technologies and the environments that surround our planet.