Kodolanyi Janos University - KJU

Dr. Péter János Sós, Honorary Professor of Kodolányi János University, participated in the International Week of Caucasus University in Tbilisi between 1–5 June 2026 in the framework of Erasmus+ mobility. Caucasus University has long been a partner institution of KJU, and many Georgian students have already studied at our university with Erasmus+ scholarships.

The programme of the International Week was exceptionally rich. In addition to the usual institutional presentations, the participating faculty members and international staff arriving from 32 countries had the opportunity to experience firsthand the initiatives that Caucasus University has introduced to enhance the quality of education, including international dual-degree programmes, academic developments, and activities initiated and managed by university students.

On the first day of the event, Dr. Sós delivered a detailed presentation on Kodolányi János University, covering its history, achievements, and current status. He also participated in the International Fair held as part of the programme, where representatives of each participating country could meet interested students and distribute promotional materials and gifts. In addition to the souvenirs provided by KJU, visitors could also receive brochures introducing Hungary, thanks to the Hungarian ambassador accredited in Tbilisi. We would like to take this opportunity to thank her for her support.

In addition, Dr. Sós delivered lectures to students of Caucasus University. The topic selected by the hosts, the growing role of public relations in the age of artificial intelligence, was highly relevant to students majoring in marketing and media. Hungary and Georgia share similarities in several respects, including the names of our countries. Furthermore, many Hungarians have left their mark on Georgia: for example, there is a statue of Mihály Zichy and a street named after Sándor Petőfi in Tbilisi.

Following his mobility, Dr. Sós concluded that it is well worth maintaining and further strengthening the relationship between our universities. We look forward to welcoming more Georgian students to KJU in the future and to expanding our cooperation through joint courses and research projects.

Judit Horváth, a staff member of the Language Competence and Language Examination Centre of KJU, taught at the Faculty of Business and Tourism in Budva, Montenegro, within the framework of the Erasmus+ mobility programme.
During the teaching mobility, which took place from 1 to 5 June 2026, there was an excellent opportunity for intensive professional and intercultural exchange at the partner institution. Special thanks go to Dragana Zečević for the outstanding organisation and hospitality.
The lectures and professional discussions focused on the challenges of Montenegro’s accession to the European Union, migration processes, and the specific features of the euro's adoption in a country that is not yet a member of the EU, despite already using the euro as its official currency. The mobility experience helped participants gain a better understanding of different perspectives and a deeper insight into regional developments.
The ongoing European integration process in Montenegro, together with current political events such as the visit of Emmanuel Macron to the Western Balkans and regional summits, highlights the strategic importance of the region. The topics discussed during the mobility programme - migration, the use of the euro, and the challenges of EU accession - provided students and the local academic community with relevant and up-to-date knowledge. These exchanges contributed to fostering an international outlook and to a better understanding of the region’s European integration process.

Between 8-12 June 2026, we welcomed Dr. Dolantina Hyka, Vice Dean of Educational Affairs of the Mediterranean University of Albania in the framework of Erasmus+ staff mobilty. The Mediterranean University of Albania offers study programmes in the fields of: Economics, Law, Psychosocial Sciences, Medical Sciences, Education, Political Science, and International Relations. The cooperation between the two institutions so far has mainly included staff and student mobility, but we hope to extend it in the future to joint courses and research.

It was a pleasure to welcome to KJU Dr. Ilias Majdouline, Vice President of Academic Affairs & Research, Dean of Polytechnic School of Engineers at one of our newest partner institutions, Universiapolis - International University of Agadir, Morocco. Dr. Majdouline visited KJU for Erasmus+ staff mobility. Cooperation between our universities can create valuable opportunities for student and staff mobility, building on both institutions’ strong commitment to internationalization. The partnership can be particularly beneficial in tourism and hospitality, business administration, and international studies, as both institutions offer programmes in these fields. Students can gain intercultural competencies by studying in two distinct regions, Central Europe and North Africa, enhancing their employability in the international labour market. The universities’ shared interests also provide opportunities for faculty members to collaborate on research related to sustainable tourism, hospitality management, intercultural communication, and regional development, while sharing innovative teaching practices.

It was a great pleasure to welcome to KJU two colleagues from University Metropolitan Tirana who were visiting us for Erasmus+ staff mobility between 1-5 June 2026: Esmeralda Doku, Director of Communications and International Relations, and Brikena Kazazi, General Manager. The mobility provided an opportunity to discuss the challenges of the Erasmus+ mobility projects, the characteristics of higher education in Albania and Hungary, and the many social, economic and political factors that influence our work. We are looking forward to strengthening and expanding the cooperation between our universities.

Between 11-15 May 2026, within the framework of the Erasmus+ staff mobility programme Kodolányi János University welcomed two representatives of CEPS – Center for Business Studies (Kiseljak, Bosnia and Herzegovina), Mr. Mirzo Selimić, Director of CEPS, and Dr. Nermin Palić, Head of the Office for International Cooperation, Professor of Transport Engineering and Sustainable Urban Mobility. During the visit our discussions focused on opportunities for Erasmus+ student and staff mobility for teaching and training. We also explored the possibilities for strengthening institutional cooperation and developing future joint initiatives. Particular attention was given to potential collaborative projects and funding applications in the fields of economics, business studies and transport sciences. The meetings also provided an excellent opportunity to identify shared academic interests and explore areas for future cooperation in education and research.

Between 11-15 May 2026, a group of administrative staff members of Kodolányi János University visited the Faculty of Sciences of Sapientia, Transylvanian Hungarian University of Science in Csíkszereda as part of Erasmus+ staff mobility programme. The focus of the professional study trip was on adopting good practices, modernising administrative processes and deepening partnership relations.
The visit provided an excellent opportunity for our staff to get to know the everyday operations of one of our key partner universities directly. During their stay, the members of the delegation reviewed in detail the operation of the external student customer service, the event organisation and communication practices of Sapientia University, as well as the methods of promoting and administering Erasmus+ mobilities. Based on the feedback from our colleagues, our institution can also benefit greatly from the experiences and new insights gained.

Between 19 April and 2 May 2026, Dr. Márk Sólyom completed a two-week Erasmus+ staff mobility visit at Xi’an International University in China. During the official Erasmus+ mobility week, he delivered a lecture entitled “The European Hunnic Empire (375–455 CE)” to an audience of approximately 80-100 faculty members and students. The topic generated particular interest, as the Huns (Xiongnu), who captured and plundered Xi’an in 316 CE, remain an important part of Chinese historical education.
Beyond his academic activities, Dr. Sólyom immersed himself in traditional Chinese culture by attending university courses on Chinese heritage, participating in tai chi training, learning to play the seven-string guqin, practicing Chinese calligraphy, and exploring the rich traditions of Chinese tea culture. He also took part in the university’s International Center Cultural Week and joined international faculty and students on an excursion to a nearby open-air museum.
During the second week of his stay, he visited some of China’s most remarkable historical sites, including the world-famous Terracotta Army of Emperor Qin Shi Huang, the summer palace and bathing complex associated with Emperor Taizong of the Tang Dynasty, and the Shaanxi History Museum, where he explored priceless Qin, Han, and Tang dynasty artifacts, including the renowned “Hunnic Gold Monster.” He also discovered the historic old city of Xi’an, once the capital of China and the eastern terminus of the Silk Road, with its impressive city walls and Taoist, Buddhist, and Islamic monuments.
The visit provided valuable opportunities to expand his historical and cultural knowledge, strengthen international academic connections, practice English, and gain insights into Chinese educational approaches and teaching methods. During his stay, he also met with university leaders, including Dean Dr. Guo Xinhua, who earned his doctorate at ELTE in Budapest. During his stay, Vice Dean Hu Jianhua presented Dr. Márk Sólyom with a visiting professorship appointment letter, aiming for deeper cooperation between the two universities in faculty and student exchanges in the future.
Dr. Sólyom expresses his sincere gratitude to Ms. Pan Jianghao from the International Center for her outstanding support in organizing the program and helping him navigate daily life in Xi’an.
A Chinese language post about Dr. Márk Sólyom's visit can be read here: https://ic.xaiu.edu.cn/info/1071/1801.htm

Within the Erasmus+ mobility program of Kodolányi János University, Dr. Tímea Zsófia Tóth delivered a lecture at the University of Tartu Pärnu College for tourism and hospitality students entitled “Budapest as a Global Film Set – Competitiveness and Innovation in Film Tourism.”
The lecture explored the growing importance of film tourism and highlighted current competitiveness and innovation challenges through the examples of Budapest, Tallinn, and Pärnu. In the days following the lecture, students presented projects and reports inspired by the topic, contributing to engaging professional discussions and fresh perspectives.
The program provided an excellent platform for international exchange of knowledge and experience while further strengthening the partnership between the institutions.

At the Carpathian Basin Scientific Students’ Conference, Kodolanyi Janos University - KJU was represented by Dr. Tímea Zsófia Tóth and Dr. Katalin Szalai. The conference was hosted by the Ferenc Rakoczi II Transcarpathian Hungarian University.
During the event, Dr. Tímea Zsófia Tóth served as the chair of the Tourism and Regional Development section, where participants presented high-quality and innovative student research projects. The conference provided an excellent opportunity for professional exchange, academic networking, and strengthening institutional cooperation.