Budapest University of Technology and Economics
The Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME) is Hungary’s leading institution for higher education in engineering, with a student body of approximately 24,000. Its origins date back to 1782, making it one of the oldest technical universities in the world.
Fields of study:
- Arts, Design, Fashion & Architecture
- Business, Management, Finance & Law
- Engineering, Maths, IT, Sciences & Technologies
Programs offered:
- Bachelors
- Master
- PhD
- Non-degree programs
Annual tuition fee range: From USD 5000 to 15000 per year
BME’s core mission is to train professionals in the fields of engineering, information technology, natural sciences, economics, business, and management. The university has a distinguished academic legacy, counting three Hungarian Nobel Prize laureates and numerous prominent scientists, engineers, and inventors among its alumni.
Consistently ranked among the top 2–6% of universities globally, BME is recognised for academic excellence and research output. It is also home to a vibrant international community, welcoming over 2,400 students from more than 100 countries.
Located in the heart of Budapest, BME’s campus is situated in a district ranked the 7th “coolest place” in the world, known for its dynamic intellectual atmosphere and rich cultural life.