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The beginnings
How can I switch between the different scenes (learning programs)?

In addition to the general University of Szeged scene, a user can also be a member of more than one Coursera for SZTE scene, such as a faculty or a dorm. The user can choose between the different levels either by clicking on the "Choose program" button in the header or by clicking on the menu in the top left corner.

How do I log in to Coursera?

In the Coursera for SZTE Alumni programme, only those who currently have an active account on the SZTE Alma Mater uniszegedalumni.com community page as former students will receive aninvitation by email. If you do not have an active account, jou can join now.

Please check the email address you entered during your registration at SZTE Alma Mater!


1. Click on the "Join Now" link in the invitation email.

2. Click on the "Join" button on the Coursera for SZTE program page and select "Sign up".

3. Enter the requested information. Make sure to enter the email address you received the invitation to.

4. After entering your details, click on "Join for Free".

5. You have now joined Coursera for SZTE.

How do I start a course?

1. Before choosing a course, make sure that you are in the right scene.

2. Click on the "Catalog" tab, where you will find a list of courses assigned to the scene.

3. Click on the selected course or course title to see its details.

4. If you decide to enroll, click on the "Enroll for Free" button and then on the "Go to Course" button.


You can start learning immediately after logging in. The course will then be available under the "My Courses" tab.



General information
It was already possible to get free course materials on Coursera. What changes now?

Indeed, most of the course materials, both video and text, were already available free of charge, but you had to pay for certificates of course completion and, for some courses, for tests and exams. Now these services are also free of charge within the Coursera for SZTE programme.

Who is eligible for the programme?

If you are already a member of SZTE Alma Mater, you will automatically receive access to Coursera by email. If you have not yet registered on the Alma Mater platform, but have graduated from SZTE or one of its predecessors, you can become a member at uniszegedalumni.com to study on Coursera free of charge, in addition to the other services.

I need more help. What should I do?
If you have further questions or are stuck in the registration process, please contact us at coursera@szte.hu.coursera@szte.hu.

The University of Szeged Coursera for SZTE team is at everyone's disposal.
Completion of courses
What should I do if I have enrolled in a course but cannot complete it?
In general, enrolling in a Coursera course does not mean that you have to complete it.

1. If you are not satisfied with the content of the course you have enrolled in, or if you have found another course you would prefer to take, you can drop the already enrolled course.
2. You can do this on the homepage of the platform or under "My Courses".
3. You can do this by clicking on the "Unenroll from Course" button in the top right-hand corner of the course tab.


What should I do when my certificate shows "Coursera learner" instead of my name after completing the course?

1. Clicking on the name in the top right corner will bring up a drop-down menu.

2. Select the menu item "Accomplishments”.

3. Click on the "Request name change" button at the top.

4. A page called "Request name change" will open, where you will be asked to enter your name.

5. After entering your name, click on the "submit" button.


What types of course materials can I access through Coursera for SZTE?

In 2024, Coursera for Alumni will offer you a selection of courses related to artificial intelligence. You will find the following types of content in the course materials:



1. Guided project: 2. Guided project: a short, unit-focused, usually 1-2 hour course with remote desk access. They are mainly more practical, to learn how to use


2. Course: usually 1-8 weeks or units of learning material.


When can I complete a Coursera course?
In general, the completion of Coursera courses is not linked to the academic year. So you can complete courses on the site at any time, regardless of the academic year.
Where can I download my certificates?

After successful completion of the course, the system will automatically send you a certificate of completion in PDF format by e-mail. However, you can also access your certificates through the Coursera for SZTE program by going to your profile and clicking on "Accomplishments".