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Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME) brings together students and faculty in an international atmosphere that fosters groundbreaking research and innovation. At BME, we offer over 40 English-language Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral programs in engineering, natural sciences, economics, and management.
On this page, you will find detailed application guidelines and admissions information.
You can study at BME with a scholarship or as a self-funded student, by paying tuition fees. Various scholarships help you cover tuition fees and your living expenses during your studies. Successful PhD students may receive additional support from research grants.
Have you found a suitable degree programme? The checklist below will guide you through the application process.
Application deadline
The application period for fee-paying students is 1 April – 31 May 2025.
Tha application deadline for fee-paying students is 31 May, 2025.
PhD programmes may have different application deadlines, please contact the relevant faculty for more information.
Application requirements
Please note that individual units may establish additional criteria for admission, such as specific academic backgrounds or minimum language test scores higher than the general BME minimum requirements. For more information, please see the relevant programme pages.
Below is the list of the documents you need to prepare for applying to BME’s degree programmes.
a) CV
b) copy of passport
c) high School certificate
d) proof of English language proficiency
e) Receipt of the transfer of EUR 150 application fee
a) CV
b) copy of passport
c) high School certificate
d) proof of English language proficiency
e) Receipt of the transfer of EUR 150 application fee
a) CV
b) copy of passport
c) BSc certificate
d) transcripts of previous studies
e) two recommendation letters
f) proof of English language proficiency
g) receipt of the transfer of EUR 150 application fee
a) CV
b) copy of passport
c) high school or BSc certificate
d) transcript of previous studies
e) transcript of current studies
f) description of the subjects
g) proof of English language proficiency
h) two recommendation letters (for MSc applicants)
i) receipt of the transfer of EUR 150 application fee
Applicants need to demonstrate their proficiency in English by submitting standardized English language tests results.
Students applying for Preparatory Programmes are required to prove English language skills at least B1 level by either of the following certificates:
- IELTS & IELTS Online min. 4.0
- Cambridge B1 Preliminary (PET) min. 140
- TOEFL iBT & TOEFL iBT Home Edition min. 42
- Trinity Integrated Skills In English (ISE) min. ISE I
- TOEIC Listening and Reading* min. 275 and TOEIC Speaking and Writing* min. 120
- Pearson Academic (PTE) min. 23
- Duolingo English Test min. 60
OR:
a Medium of Instruction Certificate
OR:
a successful English skills entrance exam in the BME E-admission system
Students applying for BSc or MSc Programmes are required to submit one of the following documents of English language proficiency (minimum level B2):
- IELTS & IELTS Online min. 5.0
- Cambridge B2 First (FCE) min. 160
- TOEFL iBT & TOEFL iBT Home Edition min. 72
- Trinity Integrated Skills In English (ISE) min. ISE II
- TOEIC Listening min. 400 / Reading min. 385 and TOEIC Speaking min. 160 / Writing min. 150
- Pearson Academic (PTE) min. 29
OR:
a Medium of Instruction Certificate
In special cases (e.g., inability to take exams due to international sanctions, unavailability of service, etc.), exceptional permission has to be requested in advance for an internal (BME) English language test.
For language requirements in PhD programmes, please contact the relevant programme coordinator or visit the appropriate Doctoral School programme website.
Admission procedure
When applying to our programmes, you are required to complete an electronic e-admission exam or placement test.
For transfer applicants, the corresponding faculty will evaluate the preliminary studies and judge whether an admission test is necessary.
NOTE: An admission test is not required for preparatory courses.
Online application
- Before you apply, please carefully read the programme descriptions to check the entry criteria and language requirements.
- Create an e-admission account.
- Fill out the application form and upload the required documents.
- Upload the payment receipt for the application fee.
- Submit your application.
How to apply to BME - step-by-step guide for fee-paying students
After you apply
For detailed information about the application procedure, notification steps, and admission decisions, please see the Application Guide on the e-admission page.
Support for admitted students
Admitted international students are supported by BME’s International Mentor Team. This dedicated team will help you navigate both BME and Budapest. Whether it’s administrative tasks (such as how to obtain a health insurance card), finding accommodation, or getting around Budapest, the Mentor Team has you covered. They will assist you in making the most of your BME experience from the get-go.
See our Student Services page for more.
