With a student body of about 30 thousand the University of Debrecen is one of the largest institutions of higher education in Hungary today. The cooperation of fourteen faculties ensures the multidisciplinary background guaranteeing the University a leading role as a research and education institution, the intellectual center of Eastern Hungary. In 2007 our institution was the first to receive the highest degree of the Higher Education Qualification Price awarded to the most reputable Hungarian higher education institutions.
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Master's Programmes
Engineering & Technology (5)
- M.Sc. Agricultural EngineeringAgriculture Programs
- M.Sc. Engineering ManagementEngineering and Science Programs
- M.Eng. Mechanical EngineeringEngineering and Science Programs
- Engineering and Science Programs
- Agriculture Programs
Humanities (4)
- M.A. American StudiesArts Programs
- M.A. English StudiesArts Programs
- Pre-Bachelor Intensive Foundation Semester
- Pre-Bachelor International Foundation Year
Agriculture & Forestry (3)
- M.Sc. Agricultural EngineeringAgriculture Programs
- Agriculture Programs
- Agriculture Programs
Medicine & Health (3)
- M.Sc. Complex RehabilitationMedical and Health Sciences
- M.Sc. Health Social WorkFaculty of Health
- M.Sc. Public HealthMedical and Health Sciences
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (3)
- M.Sc. Applied MathematicsEngineering and Science Programs
- M.Sc. Chemistry
- M.Sc. Molecular BiologyMedical and Health Sciences
Applied Sciences & Professions (2)
- Agriculture Programs
- M.Sc. Health Social WorkFaculty of Health
Business & Management (2)
- M.Sc. Engineering ManagementEngineering and Science Programs
- Faculty of Economics and Business
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (2)
- Agriculture Programs
- Agriculture Programs
Social Sciences (2)
- M.A. American StudiesArts Programs
- Faculty of Economics and Business
Arts, Design & Architecture (1)
- Music Programs
Computer Science & IT (1)
- M.Sc. Computer ScienceIT Programs
Law (1)
- Law Program
About
History
The history of Debrecen’s higher education dates back to the 16th century with the Reformed College of Debrecen being established in 1538.
Education
- 66 Bachelor’s programs
- 77 Master’s programs
Research
Priority areas of research include: molecular science; physical, computational and material science; medical, health, environmental and agricultural science; linguistics, culture and bioethics.
University Ranking
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2018
559
2017
-
2016
-
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2018
651
2017
651 -50
2016
601
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2018
801
2017
801 -200
2016
601
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Services
Housing services
Lajos Kossuth Dormitory
- located at the main Campus of the University, 100 meters from the Faculty of Arts and Humanities and the Faculty of Science and Technology, and 250 meters from the Faculty of Music
- both double and single rooms are available with private bathrooms
- rooms are provided with internet access, TV (10 free channels) and a refrigerator
- a common kitchen is available on every floor.
Student Life
Sports facilities
DEAC includes 22 sections including:
- Volleyball for men/women
- Basketball for men
- Futsal and football for men
- Tennis for men/women
- Bowling for men/women
- Chess
- Aerobic
- Athletics
- Swimming
- Table tennis
- Bridge
- Hiking
- Sailing
Accreditation
The University conducts its programs according to the European Qualifications Framework of the Bologna Process. Thus diplomas attained at the University of Debrecen are generally accepted in the countries of the European Union. Moreover, all our programs are accredited by the Hungarian Accreditation Board which is part of the European Accreditation Board.
The Global Study Awards
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Student Reviews
Beginning The Journey To My Medical Career
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
Starting school at the University of Debrecen was quite difficult for me. I resumed in September last year(2017) with the Basic Medical Course (Foundation). I had thought all along that it would be a very easy and smooth ride, because I felt I would just be repeating the same things I studied in high school. But to my shock, it was not at all what I had anticipated.
BMC, as we call it, was rat...
An excellent choice
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
Despite English being a second language in Hungary, we've had no problems communicating with our lecturers and clarifying and doubts that we have. The lecturers are friendly, easy to approach, always ready to answer any questions and are respectful of our cultural backgrounds.
The facilities, textbooks and other educational materials are up-to-date.
Since Debrecen is a small city, the univers...
New in Debrecen
Elizabeth Musaba rated 4 out of 5 stars
I love that the city I am in a very peaceful city and the univeristy makes sure that facilities are easily accessible. I am really enjoying the numerous aspects of the course I am studying.
