felsoktatási

Felsőoktatási, or felsőoktatás in Hungarian, refers to the level of education that follows secondary schooling. It encompasses universities (egyetemek) and colleges (főiskolák) and seeks to provide advanced knowledge, professional training, and research skills. Degrees awarded typically include bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees, aligned with the European Bologna Process and the European Higher Education Area.

Programs are structured in a three- to four-year undergraduate cycle (bachelor's degree) and one- to two-year graduate cycles (master's degree). Doctoral studies generally require several years of research beyond the master's. The system uses the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) to measure workload and facilitate student mobility across institutions.

Governance is regulated by national higher education law. Admissions usually rely on the secondary school leaving exam (érettségi) results, and certain programs may require entrance examinations. Public universities and many colleges are funded primarily by the state budget, while private institutions operate with tuition revenue and private funding; scholarships and student loans may be available.

Quality assurance is carried out by national bodies that evaluate programs and institutions. Degrees granted in Hungary are designed to be compatible with international standards, enabling student mobility and recognition across Europe. The felsőoktatási sector participates in international programs and hosts students from abroad, with some courses taught in English.