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2025. June 12.
2 perc

The University of Szeged now ranks among the top 2.8% of universities worldwide, following its rise in the 2025 Center for World University Rankings (CWUR). Improving its position by 115 places, SZTE secured 590th place globally and stood out particularly in the area of faculty excellence, where it achieved the highest ranking among Hungarian universities.

2025. June 05.
9 perc

From May 29 to 31, 2025, the University of Szeged’s Faculty of Health Sciences and Social Studies hosted the 1st International Health Sciences Conference at the Art Hotel in Szeged. The event offered a rich and diverse program for professionals and students eager to explore the latest advances in healthcare and medical science. The conference brought together speakers and participants from six countries, alongside representatives from Hungarian higher education institutions.

2025. May 30.
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The University of Szeged received the University of the Year 2025 award in the Innovation category at the prestigious University of the Year 2025 awards gala hosted by the Hungarian Ministry of Culture and Innovation on May 29, 2025. Held at the historic Várkert Bazár event venue in Budapest, the ceremony celebrated excellence across eight categories, honoring Hungarian higher education institutions for their most outstanding achievements, values, and initiatives.

2025. May 28.
5 perc

On May 19, 2025, Katalin Karikó was awarded an honorary doctorate and the Semmelweis Medal by the Medical University of Vienna. The Nobel Prize-winning professor from the University of Szeged delivered a lecture before an audience of nearly 900 people.

2025. May 28.
6 perc

On Tuesday, May 20, 2025, Nobel Laureate Katalin Karikó spoke at the Collegium Hungaricum in Vienna, addressing Austrian high school students and their peers from Hungary. In her presentation, the renowned biochemist emphasized the importance of maintaining both physical and mental well-being. She shared personal reflections from her life, recalling how her fascination with nature – especially with plants – first took root in childhood, gradually growing to include chemistry, biology, and geography, and inspiring her to create detailed illustrations of living organisms.

2025. February 12.
5 perc

Thinking about studying abroad? The University of Szeged (SZTE) isn’t just a place to earn a top-quality degree – it’s your gateway to personal growth. With its diverse community powered by knowledge and meaningful connections, SZTE delivers an experience like no other, shaping your future every step of the way.

2025. May 22.
9 perc

A captivating exhibition titled Forever Forward, celebrating the life and work of Katalin Karikó, has opened at the Josephinum, Vienna’s Museum of Medical History.

2025. April 08.
2 perc

Looking to make the most of your summer while expanding your academic and cultural horizons? Explore a range of exciting international programs offered in Szeged, Hungary - from cutting-edge summer schools in image processing and global health to immersive Hungarian language and culture courses.

Whether you’re a student, researcher, or professional, there’s something here for everyone!

2025. May 15.
4 perc

On May 12, the University of Szeged held an official ceremony to inaugurate its new research unit: the Host–Pathogen Interaction Center. Located within the Institute of Biology, the Center features Hungary’s only in vivo experimental station of its kind, alongside five newly renovated laboratories. This state-of-the-art facility is designed to support the development of antimicrobial therapies, with a particular focus on antifungal treatments – addressing a pressing yet often overlooked public health concern. The project was made possible through both professional and financial support from Katalin Karikó, an SZTE alumna and recipient of the 2023 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine.

2025. January 15.
13 perc

Discover the benefits of living and learning in the City of Sunshine!

Szeged, Hungary’s third-largest city, is increasingly popular among international students. Situated near the converging borders of Hungary, Romania, and Serbia, it is often called the “City of Sunshine” and widely regarded as one of the most attractive places to study.

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