Study In Pécs, Hungary

🎬 NEW YOUTUBE VIDEO IS OUT!

Moving to Pécs for university? Our new video is here to help you prepare for what happens after you arrive! ✈️

In Part 2 of our International Student Pre-Arrival Guide, our amazing international student Shairah takes you through her experience of arriving in Pécs and starting student life in a new country. 💙

From getting from Budapest Airport to Pécs 🚆 and choosing between the shuttle, train or car, to making friends, dealing with homesickness and finding your favourite places in the city — we cover the practical and personal side of settling into your new home.

✨ In the new video, you’ll discover:
• How to get from Budapest Airport to Pécs
• What to expect during your first days and weeks
• How to meet people and make friends
• What culture shock and homesickness can feel like
• What student life in Pécs is really like
• Tips from Shairah based on her own experience
• How University of Pécs student ambassadors can help you

💙 Moving abroad is a big step — but it’s also the beginning of an incredible new chapter.

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👉 Link in the comments section below!

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Moving to Pécs to study at the Faculty of Arts? Here’s your first-days checklist. 🎓📍

Starting university in a new country is exciting, but there’s a lot to figure out when you first arrive. If you’re joining the Faculty of Arts at the University of Pécs, here are a few practical things that can make settling in a little easier.

🚌 Getting around Pécs
One of the closest bus stops to the Faculty is Zsolnay Negyed. Pécs has a well-connected local bus network, and students can benefit from discounted public transport passes.

🏠 Finding accommodation
Whether you’re staying in a university residence or renting privately, it’s a good idea to arrange your accommodation before arriving in Pécs. If you’re renting privately, always visit the property before signing a contract or making any payment.

📚 Getting ready for university life
As a new student, you’ll soon get to know Neptun, the Student Administration Office (TO), the University Library and plenty of Hungarian university terms and abbreviations. It may feel overwhelming at first, but you’ll quickly get the hang of it.

💙 Support when you need it
The University of Pécs provides a range of student support services, including healthcare, psychological counselling and support for students with disabilities.

Moving to a new country, city and university comes with a lot of new information — and you don’t have to know everything from day one.

We’ve collected the most important practical information in one place to help you get started and settle into student life in Pécs.

👉 Just arrived in Pécs? Start here:
art.pte.hu/en/helpdesk

🎓 Arriving in Hungary to study in Pécs? Here’s how to get from Budapest to your new university city.

For many international students, the first step after arriving in Hungary is traveling from Budapest to Pécs. Whether you land at Budapest Airport or arrive in the city center, there are several easy transport options to reach your new home.

Here are the main ways to travel from Budapest to Pécs:

🚆 By Train
📍 Departure: Budapest Keleti Railway Station (currently departing from Kelenföld due to renovation works - always check your departure station before travelling)
🎟 Tickets: https://jegy.mav.hu
💰 Price: approx. 4,000–5,500 HUF
⏱ Duration: around 3 hours

🚌 By Bus
📍 Departure: Budapest Népliget Bus Terminal
🎟 Tickets: https://jegy.mav.hu or buy at the station
💰 Price: approx. 4,000–5,000 HUF
⏱ Duration: around 4 hours

🚐 Airport Shuttle Services
📍 From: Budapest Airport (BUD)
Available options include:
• Travel4you
• NoriGo
💰 Price: around 20,000 HUF
⏱ Duration: around 2 hours

💡 Student tip: Always check the latest departure station and timetable before

Useful links:
🎟 Train/bus tickets: https://jegy.mav.hu
🚐 NoriGo Travel: https://www.norigotravel.hu/en
🚐 Travel4You: https://travel4you.hu/en
🚌 Budapest public transport tickets & passes (BKK): https://bkk.hu/en/tickets-and-passes/
✈️ Budapest Airport: https://www.bud.hutraveling

Welcome to Pécs! 🎓✨ We hope this guide helps make your arrival and first journey in Hungary easier.

Coming to Pécs soon? 🎒✈️ Make sure your suitcase is ready for your new adventure!
Here are some essentials you’ll be happy to have with you when you arrive. 💙

🎥 New video on our YouTube channel! ✨

You asked, we answered! 💙

In this video, we answer the most common questions we received from you on our Instagram account about preparing to study at the University of Pécs. 🎓✈️

Our complete pre-arrival guide for international students covers everything you need to know before moving to Hungary, including:

✅ Student visa and residence permit information
✅ Cost of living and budgeting in Pécs
✅ Accommodation options and rental tips
✅ Health insurance requirements
✅ Everyday expenses and payment methods in Hungary
✅ Important things to prepare before your arrival

Whether you’re just starting your preparations or getting ready to begin your journey, this guide will help you feel more confident and prepared for student life in Pécs. 💙

Watch the full video on our YouTube channel and get ready for your new adventure! 🎬
Part 2 of this pre-arrival guide is coming soon, where we’ll cover your journey to Pécs, arrival tips, and what to expect during your first days in Hungary. ✈️🏡

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More than a campus. A place where art connects with the city.

What if your university was part of the city's cultural life?

At the Faculty of Arts, University of Pécs, it is.

Located in the Zsolnay Cultural Quarter, the Faculty is surrounded by exhibitions, concerts, festivals and creative events throughout the year. The Quarter also hosts major cultural events, including the internationally recognised Zsolnay Light Festival, creating opportunities for students and teachers to present their work beyond the University.

You won't create only within the walls of the University. You'll study in a place where your work can become part of the city's cultural life.

Because studying art is about more than attending classes. It's about becoming part of a creative community, building connections, and discovering how art reaches people beyond the studio.

📍Welcome to a campus where creativity becomes part of everyday life.

Photo credits: The use of these images is courtesy of Péter Pusker, organizer of the Zsolnay Light Festival. Photographs by Judit Ruprech, Endre Domján, Zoltán Kovács, and Richárd Rajnai.

🙋 Who's counting down the days until they arrive in Pécs?

Whether you're considering applying, waiting for your results, or already preparing for your move to Hungary, we know there are many questions before starting your study abroad journey.

🎥 Part 1 of our Pre-Arrival Guide is now live on YouTube!

In this video, we cover the essential things you should know before coming to the University of Pécs, including:

✅ Student visas and residence permits
✅ Accommodation and dormitory options
✅ Living costs in Pécs
✅ Health insurance
✅ Money, budgeting, and practical tips before you arrive

Moving to another country for university is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming. We created this guide to help you feel more prepared and confident for your next chapter in Hungary.

📺 Watch Part 1 now through the link in the comments section.

✨ Stay tuned for Part 2, where we'll show you how to travel from Budapest to Pécs, what to expect when you arrive, and how to make your first days in Hungary as smooth as possible.

💙 We want to hear from you: what is the one thing you are most curious about before coming to Pécs?