As a man from Budapest, István Biró chose Széchenyi István University in Győr. He was looking for an institution that offered practice-oriented courses, so that he would have professional experience when he graduated. He graduated two years ago with a Bachelor's degree in Automotive Engineering and almost immediately went on to study for a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering. During his studies, István Biró also took on a number of extra tasks, including the development of an application for improving spatial vision, which gained recognition at the National Scientific Student Conference (OTDK). Currently, he is working at Jaguar Land Rover Hungary Kft. as an ADAS testing engineer.

The 5G Coalition was founded five years ago and currently has 89 member organisations. The aim is to help Hungary become a world leader in the deployment, take-up and practical use of 5G. Within the Digital Development Centre, priority is given to developments in transport, agriculture and healthcare. The mission of the 5G Coalition is to demonstrate and communicate the benefits of 5G technology to society and the economy. 5G will boost the economy and sustainable development, contributing to a greener and more liveable environment. Since its creation, the 5G Coalition has held more than 80 working group meetings and 13 professional workshops.

The rehabilitation of patients, the efficiency of data transfer for patient care, and the work of doctors and healthcare workers are supported by the developments on which researchers from Semmelweis University, development engineers from Széchenyi István University and doctors from the Petz Aladár University Teaching Hospital in Győr are working together in the Thematic Area of Excellence Programme (TKP), launched by the National Research, Development and Innovation Fund. The participants held a scientific/technical seminar, including a presentation, on the results of their state-of-the-art medical research, which have also been recognised at the international level.

The Győr-based Széchenyi István University, which is also present in Mosonmagyaróvár, Zalaegerszeg and Budapest, has become a leading knowledge centre in Hungary in recent years, excelling in technological fields. Its student community of almost 14,000 students, made up of young people from around seventy countries, provides up-to-date knowledge and a valuable qualification for the labour market. Its quality is reflected in the fact that in the latest world rankings it is ranked between 801st and 1000th by QS, which is one of the two largest global higher education rating organisation, and among the top 300 universities in the world in the Times Higher Education sustainability goals ranking for "sustainable cities and communities".

In line with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, Széchenyi István University is hosting a series of panel discussions on the theme of gender equality featuring role models who have demonstrated their professional success and determination, through fulfilling their mission in society. The first event focused on the challenges and experiences of teleworking.

Széchenyi István University, Győr, is hosting a workshop under the MIT LinQ Catalyst Europe programme and in collaboration with GE Healthcare on 25-27 January, which focusses on exploring and supporting healthcare research projects. The programme aims to introduce researchers working on healthcare innovation projects to the methodological elements at the heart of the MIT LinQ Catalyst Europe programme.

MIT LinQ Catalyst Europe is a unique training programme to support health research projects, and, at the same time, a unique methodology. It aims to bring about a paradigm shift in the approach to research, so that it is based on real needs, with results that make a demonstrable impact in real life and benefits for medicine in the fastest possible time.

SZE’s stand attracted a large number of young people to the Educatio International Education Exhibition held at Hungexpo in Budapest. The interested visitors could get first-hand information about subjects and programmes, the accommodation possibilities in The Halls of Residence and student life. Applicants to Széchenyi can choose not only from quality academic programmes in Győr, but also from Agriculture and Food Technology programmes in Mosonmagyaróvár, and can also take advantage of the unique opportunities offered by the ZalaZONE automotive test track. Anyone who missed out was welcome to visit the Széchenyi University Open Day in Győr on 17 January.

Two teams of computer science students have been recruited to start their work and studies in the Digital Development Centre at Széchenyi István University. The second-year students are working in virtual and augmented reality environments using existing smart glasses. One of the main goals is visualization of medical imaging solutions with smartglasses, with 2D and 3D visualizations of MRI, CT and RTG images. In another development, in collaboration with the hospital in Győr, telerehabilitation applications will be tested in virtual reality.

Széchenyi István University organized a tournament with teams of the European University Hockey League (EUHL) at the Nemak Ice Hall in Győr. The UNI Győr Hockey Cup featured the home team Uni Győr ETO HC, HC Uniza (Zsolna), Sapientia U23 (Karcfalva), Gladiators Trenčín and UMB Hockey Team (Banská Bystrica). The University's goal is to get the team into the international university hockey circuit, the first stage of which was successfully completed by the team from Győr.

Thousands of young people attended the Open Doors Day of Széchenyi István University to get detailed information about the opportunities offered by the institution. At the stands, secondary school students were able to learn not only about Programmes offered in Győr, but also about the agricultural and food technology programmes in Mosonmagyaróvár, the unique opportunities offered by the ZalaZONE automotive test track, as well as about company partnerships and dual education partners. Visitors were given a comprehensive overview of student life and the research directions in which they can become involved at Széchenyi István University if they are accepted.

One of the most important events of the winter academic programmes at Széchenyi István University is the internationally renowned Winter Seminar. This year, the high-quality event is open to everyone and especially to those who favour Short Advanced Programmes (SAPs). To register, complete the form here by 20 January.

Two students of international studies at Széchenyi István University and Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship holders, Laura Khajmukhan from Mongolia and Azhar Aitnazarova from Kyrgyzstan, came to know about the Christmas season at the Győr campus on their arrival in Hungary. They told us about their Advent preparations.

The value of the degree of students graduating from Széchenyi István University's English-taught Business and Management programme will be raised to a new, even higher level by the fact that the programme has been awarded accreditation by the prestigious London-based ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) until 2026.

Mr Partha Satpathy, India's Ambassador to Hungary, saw the dynamic development of Széchenyi István University during his recent visit to the Győr campus. The Ambassador was briefed of the institution's expertise in the fields of engineering and technology, as well as its close ties with businesses.

Széchenyi István University is fully prepared to welcome international students and provides them not only with high-quality education but also with attractive living conditions, said Miklós Lengyel, Deputy State Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, during his visit to the institution, which was occasioned by the anniversary of the Stipendium Hungaricum higher education scholarship programme next year.

Széchenyi István University is not just a workplace, but a community in which the family has a special place. That is why once again this year the institution’s trade union organised a Santa Claus party for the children and grandchildren of the staff.

In addition to high-quality educational and research activities, social responsibility is also important for Széchenyi István University. In this spirit, for Advent the institution supported the residents of a state-run children's home via the Children's Nutrition Foundation.

Over the past two and a half years, Széchenyi István University has successfully completed a model change with a new operating structure, assets and leaders supporting further development. As a result, the institution is able to formulate and implement its strategic objectives with greater autonomy, more efficiency and flexibility, and within a self-determined framework.

Within the framework of the Regional University Network-European University (RUN-EU), Széchenyi István University has participated in the development and delivery of a short study programme on intercultural communication and skills development. The presence part of the programme, organised jointly with Portuguese, Irish, Austrian and Finnish partners, was held at the University of Leiria in Portugal, and next year the University of Győr will host the event.

Along with engineers currently or formerly working in Formula 1 and many other speakers, around 200 students from all over the world attended the Formula Student Symposium held at Széchenyi István University over the weekend. Over the three days, teams were inspired to design and build their new single-seater racing car.

Dorottya Barta, a student of Széchenyi István University, had a unique experience when she was able to represent Hungary at the International Folklore Festival in Thailand thanks to the University and Dr Miklós Bánhidi, a staff member of the institution. This example shows that there are many opportunities for students to study or to participate in cultural programmes, even in exotic locations. The teacher-to-be from Széchenyi spoke about her unusual experiences.

"If I hadn't found this scholarship, I would never have been able to afford to study abroad," said Suzune Kawamoto, a student at Széchenyi István University, who was recently awarded the Stipendium Hungaricum Student Excellence Award in recognition of her academic achievements and community involvement. The Japanese girl said that she lives her days in a dream come true and feels obliged to live up to the trust placed in her.

Caroline Charette, Canada's Ambassador to Budapest, visited the Győr campus of Széchenyi István University to learn about the educational, research and third mission activities of the university. During her program, the diplomat gave a lecture on Canada to the students of the Deák Ferenc Faculty of Law and Political Sciences.

From 5G to Artificial Intelligence a range of modern technologies are at the heart of Huawei Technologies' Seeds for the Future talent development programme. Nearly 20 more students from Széchenyi István University have completed the training.

Széchenyi István University and Express Innovation Agency Zrt. have signed a cooperation agreement aimed at the establishment and development of R&D projects as well as education and training partnerships in a university-business cooperation. In connection with the Hungarian Startup University Program (HSUP), which is professionally coordinated by the agency, an Innovation and Technology Entrepreneurship Research Group has been established at the University, the results of which can contribute to strengthening Hungarian innovation capacity.

Those departments with the closest links to industry at Széchenyi István University, which places great emphasis on technical education, research and innovation, have presented themselves at China's number one technology fair. The institution further strengthened its partnerships in the Far Eastern country.

A spontaneous trip can change everything - this is the motto of Ecuadorian Sofia Suarez, a Master's student in architecture at Széchenyi István University. In the article you can read all about what ties her to Győr and what positive experiences she has had in Hungary since she started studying here thanks to the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship.

Established by the Hungarian Government in 2013, the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Programme aims to promote the internationalisation of Hungarian higher education. The programme is managed by the Tempus Public Foundation and supervised by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade. 

One principal objective of the SH programme is to attract first-rate international students who are seeking a study destination with a guarantee of high quality education and who are willing to establish long-term attachments to Hungary and its people. Alumni returning to their home countries freshly equipped with marketable skills and knowledge can build economic, political and civil relationships and are in a position to enhance Hungary’s international visibility.  

In the event of a successful EU application, the Regional University Network – European University (RUN-EU), of which Széchenyi István University is a member, may be expanded to include a Belgian and a Spanish university, it was decided at the organisation's event in Finland. The Győr-based institution, which has been steadily strengthening its international relations, has undertaken to contribute to the research and third mission pillar of the consortium's application.

Mr Dag Hartelius, the Swedish Ambassador to Hungary, who has visited Széchenyi István University, can conceive of cooperation with the University in several areas. The diplomat spoke positively about the development of the University of Győr’s education, research and third mission activities.