Established in 1769, Semmelweis University in Budapest is a distinguished specialist institution focused exclusively on medicine, health sciences, and related fields. With over 250 years of experience, the university combines a deep heritage in biomedical education with cutting-edge research and healthcare services.

Semmelweis University operates on a three-pillar mission: education, research, and healthcare. Students benefit from high-quality teaching, impactful research opportunities, and hands-on clinical experience in Hungary’s largest university-based healthcare network, treating millions of cases each year.

The university is truly international, offering programs in Hungarian, English, and German, and welcoming students from over 100 countries. Its global partnerships and research excellence ensure students are exposed to the latest scientific developments and international best practices.

Located in the heart of Budapest, Semmelweis also provides a vibrant, multicultural student life, combining modern facilities with the cultural and social benefits of a major European capital.

Semmelweis University stands out as a top choice for students seeking a globally-oriented, practically grounded education in medicine and health sciences.

Academic Programs

Bachelor’s (BSc)

1. Physiotherapy (BSc) — English‑language option.
2. Nursing (BSc) — English‑language option.
3. Midwifery (BSc) — English‑language option.
4. Dietetics (BSc) — English‑language option.
5. Optometry (Medical Diagnostic Analysis) (BSc) — English‑language option.
6. Public Health Supervisor (BSc) — English‑language option.
7. Health Care Management (BSc) — English‑language option.
8. Health Tourism Management (BSc) — English‑language, provided via Faculty of Health Sciences.
9. At the Faculty of Health and Public Administration (Hungarian language) • Health Informatics (BSc)

Master’s (MSc / MA)

1. Nursing (MSc) — English‑language option.
2. Physiotherapy (MSc) — English‑language option.
3. Health Care Management (MSc) — Hungarian language (Faculty of Health & Public Administration)
4. Social Work (MA) — Hungarian language (Faculty of Health & Public Administration)
5. Other Master’s programs in public health, health policy/planning/financing (Hungarian language)
6. Note: In addition, the “one‐tier” integrated master programs (Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy) are offered, but these are not classed as separate MSc degrees.

PhD / Doctoral Level

1. The Doctoral (PhD) programs at Semmelweis encompass disciplines such as theoretical medicine, clinical medicine, pharmaceutical sciences, biological sciences, sociology, health sciences.
2. Specific doctoral divisions include: Cardiovascular Medicine & Research; Dental Research; Surgical Medicine; Theoretical & Translational Medicine; Pharmaceutical Sciences & Health Technologies; Mental Health Sciences; Health Sciences; Neurosciences; Molecular Medicine; Pathological & Oncological Division.
3. Example: The PhD programme in “Clinical Translational Medicine” is offered in English, aimed at bridging basic research and patient care

Official website: https://semmelweis.hu/admission/

Campus tour: https://youtu.be/4MLlxEH1QvM?si=WjW9UfXAnwyTfHH6