Budapest University of Technology and Economics

What you'll study

Study areas are structured around foundational natural sciences, economic and human sciences, and engineering/management subjects, plus applied work and a thesis.

• Foundations (44 credits): Mathematics, Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Mechanics and other natural sciences.
• Economic and Human Sciences (30 credits): Business Economics, Psychology, Ergonomics, Accounting, Business Statistics, Quality Management, Career Planning.
• Engineering and Management Sciences (99 credits): Materials Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, Transport Science, Civil Engineering, Chemical and Biomechanical Operations, Production Management, Product Management, Economics of Sustainable Development and other related subjects.
• Advanced courses (6 credits): Four specialisation areas are offered, with two courses per area — Management; Sustainability and environmental management; Product management; Financial Management.
• Electives (12 credits): Chosen according to individual preferences.
• Project work (5 credits) and a Thesis (15 credits).
• Internship: A compulsory 6-week internship is included in the curriculum.

Entry requirements

Admission requires an online entrance examination composed of two stages: an initial online test and, if the test is passed, an online motivational interview. In the interview applicants are expected to describe their professional interests, skills and training and to explain their motivation for joining the programme.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for roles that require both management capabilities and engineering understanding, such as quality management, service management, production management, project management, environmental management, and engineering or management consulting. The compulsory internship supports transition into employment, and graduates may continue to related master’s programmes.

Scholarships & funding angle

The programme page references tuition fees and scholarships; specific funding options are listed on the university’s programme and scholarship webpages. Applicants should consult the official site for current scholarship opportunities, eligibility criteria and application procedures.