Óbuda University

Taking into account its legal predecessors as well, Óbuda University is a 140-year-old institution. Today, it is a key player in Hungarian higher education and a leading practice-oriented institution providing technical education in Hungary, where more than 12,000 students pursue their studies. It offers competitive knowledge in the fields of engineering, informatics, science, economics, and teacher training in 7 faculties, 2 education centers, 17 undergraduate and 11 master’s programs. Master’s graduates may continue their studies in 3 doctoral schools. The quality of education is indicated by the fact that the Institution has a quality certificate according to the requirements of the ISO standard and has won the highest recognition, the Higher Education Quality Award. As we can see, online education is becoming increasingly significant, and from September 2019, an online engineering informatics courses have begun in Kisvárda, Eastern Hungary. In addition, Óbuda University provides excellent opportunities for scientific research professionals. The best example of this is the University Research and Innovation Center, which represents the value in the field of robotics, health informatics, and research and development that is recognized in Hungary and worldwide.

Óbuda University provides 21st Century answers to the challenges in modern industry in the fields of cybersecurity, robotics, automation, health informatics, but even in light industry education and to fashion industry’s design planning. Bejczy Antal iRobot Technology Center (BARK) of the University presents outstanding results internationally. A da Vinci surgical robot, uniquely in Hungary is available to students at the university, on which they can also conduct their own research and development.

Students can enjoy vibrant community life at Óbuda University, with sports facilities and fascinating programs. Students may also test their skills and knowledge in a number of international academic competitions, eg. the World Championship of Pasta Bridge Building, which requires both knowledge and playfulness. The team at Óbuda University has held the record in this competition for a long time.

The management of Óbuda University cooperates with many well-known domestic and international higher education institutions and companies. As a result, a large number of students can participate in the Erasmus+ scholarship programs. Within the framework of the program, many international students can also come to Óbuda University to study. The leaders of the University maintain an excellent relationship with the representatives of the Student Government whose suggestions are taken into account in decision-making. The educational quality and market orientation Óbuda University is well reflected in the fact that the vast majority of the students graduating from ÓU can find a job rather quickly in a very large proportion and with good income conditions. The management of Óbuda University has recently implemented a number of infrastructural developments such as the complete renovation of Kandó Kálmán Dorm, which houses 400 students in a modern building. In addition, further institutional developments are in store, for example, the concentration of technical programs on the Óbuda campus.