Location:

Pecs, Hungary

Program Type:

Study Abroad

Degree Level:

Graduate

Term:

Academic Year, Fall Semester, Spring Semester

Program Overview

Program Description:

Join a semester or year-long study abroad program and earn college credits in English studiest at the 650-year-old University of Pécs in Hungary!
The goal of the program is to train experts in the field of English Studies who have sound theoretical, methodological, and practical knowledge of the English language and can apply this knowledge in practice. They will have thorough knowledge and understanding of the literature, culture, and the social and political systems of English-speaking countries, such as Great Britain, Ireland, and Canada, the major trends and research fields of modern theoretical and applied linguistics, and their results that mainly apply to the English language.

Setting Description:

The University of Pécs, founded in 1367, is the oldest and one of the largest research universities in Hungary. With ten schools and 20,000 students, the University plays a significant role in Hungarian higher education. It is a truly international university in the heart of Central and Eastern Europe with our first English-taught degree program launched over 30 years ago. Today, the University of Pécs offers more than 40 degree programs taught in English with more than 4,000 international students. Nestled in the Carpathian Basin, Pécs in Hungary enjoys a low cost of living, yet is within 4-8 hour train ride away from some of Europe's marquee destinations including Venice, Vienna, Prague, and the spectacular Croatian coastline. Pécs is one of the most beautiful central European cities with a rich culture dating back to the Roman Empire. The city was designated by the European Union to be a European Capital of Culture in 2010. It is a vibrant yet peaceful, student friendly UniverCity.

Cost:

105 USD / ECTS credit USD. We provide our Study Abroad students with accommodation in double rooms in one of our fully equipped Residence Halls. The cost of the dormitory is 150 USD/month.

Additional Program Information

Requirements:

Graduate students who are currently enrolled in an institution of higher education can apply.

Scholarships:

No