Budapest University of Technology and Economics

What you'll study

Curriculum areas combine mathematical and engineering fundamentals, information technology, materials and mechanics, and transport‑specific advanced topics. Credit breakdown from the programme page includes:

• Foundations – Mathematics (Linear Algebra, Calculus, Probability, Statistics) 21 credits; Informatics/Electronics/Artificial Intelligence/Control (Programming, Electronics, AI, Control) 20 credits; Physics/Materials/Mechanics (General Physics, Statics & Dynamics, Material Technology) 17 credits; Chemistry, Thermo & Fluid Dynamics 7 credits.
• Additional skills – Management & Entrepreneurship, Own Research, Training, Compulsory Elective Major and Economics Courses, Electives (40 credits).
• Advanced courses – Basics of Transportation Engineering, Visualization Techniques, Infrastructures, Transport Economics, Transport Technology, Organization, Automation, Information Systems, Safety, Freight Transport Systems, Networks (66 credits).
• Specialization – Further study in Road transportation, Rail transportation, Aviation (infrastructure, informatics, automation, technology, management) or Waterborne topics (24 credits).
• Thesis work – 15 credits.

Entry requirements

For BSc admission the programme requires an eligible high‑school diploma, proof of English language proficiency and successful admission tests. Detailed deadlines and step‑by‑step requirements are provided on the university's e‑admission pages.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for roles in public administration (municipalities, ministries), transport management companies, transport service providers (public passenger transport, freight transport, shared mobility), transport planning consultancies and research institutes. BSc holders may also continue to the MSc in Transportation Engineering at the same university.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

The programme page references tuition fees and scholarship opportunities and also mentions a preparatory programme and housing information; prospective applicants should consult the university's dedicated tuition and scholarship pages for current funding options and eligibility criteria.