Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences
The Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences (MATE), formed in 2021 from a merger of institutions with roots stretching back over a century, is one of Europe’s largest agricultural and life sciences universities. Spread across five campuses (Godollo, Budapest, Kaposvar, Keszthely, Gyongyos), it offers an extensive range of English-taught programs in agriculture, food science, environmental engineering, business and rural development.
Undergraduate Programs (Bachelor's) 13 programs
| Program | Duration | Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Agricultural and Business Digitalization | 7 semesters | EUR 2,200/semester |
| Agricultural Engineering | 7 semesters | EUR 2,200/semester |
| Biochemical Engineering | 7 semesters | EUR 2,100/semester |
| Business Administration and Management | 7 semesters | EUR 2,300/semester |
| Environmental Engineering | 7 semesters | EUR 2,200/semester |
| Film and Media Studies | 6 semesters | EUR 1,500/semester |
| Food Engineering | 7 semesters | EUR 2,100/semester |
| Foundation Course for Studies in English | 2 semesters | EUR 4,100/academic year |
| Horticultural Engineering | 7 semesters | EUR 2,050/semester |
| Landscape Management and Garden Construction Engineering | 7 semesters | EUR 2,500/semester |
| Mechanical Engineering | 7 semesters | EUR 2,500/semester |
| Tourism and Catering | 8 semesters | EUR 2,300/semester |
| Wildlife Management Engineering | 7 semesters | EUR 2,000/semester |
Graduate Programs (Master's) 30 programs
| Program | Duration | Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Agricultural Biotechnology (Plant or Animal) | 4 semesters | EUR 3,000/semester |
| Agricultural Biotechnology (Plant) | 4 semesters | EUR 3,000/semester |
| Agricultural Water Management Engineering | 4 semesters | EUR 3,000/semester |
| Animal Nutrition and Feed Safety Engineering | 4 semesters | EUR 2,500/semester |
| Aquaculture | 3 semesters | EUR 3,000/semester |
| Biosystems Engineering | 3 semesters | EUR 2,800/semester |
| Business Development | 4 semesters | EUR 3,000/semester |
| Crop Production Engineering | 4 semesters | EUR 3,000/semester |
| Ecotoxicology | 4 semesters | EUR 2,800/semester |
| Engineering Management | 4 semesters | EUR 2,800/semester |
| Environmental Engineering | 4 semesters | EUR 3,000/semester |
| Finance | 4 semesters | EUR 3,000/semester |
| Food Safety and Quality Engineering | 4 semesters | EUR 3,000/semester |
| Food Science and Technology Engineering | 4 semesters | EUR 3,000/semester |
| Horticultural Engineering | 4 semesters | EUR 3,000/semester |
| Landscape Architecture and Garden Design | 4 semesters | EUR 3,300/semester |
| Management and Leadership | 4 semesters | EUR 3,000/semester |
| Mechanical Engineering | 4 semesters | EUR 2,800/semester |
| Photography | 4 semesters | EUR 2,600/semester |
| Plant Protection | 4 semesters | EUR 3,000/semester |
| Rural Development Engineering | 4 semesters | EUR 3,000/semester |
| Supply Chain Management | 4 semesters | EUR 3,000/semester |
| Tourism Management | 4 semesters | EUR 3,000/semester |
| Urban Systems Engineering | 4 semesters | EUR 3,200/semester |
| Viticulture and Oenology Engineering | 4 semesters | EUR 3,000/semester |
| Wildlife Management Engineering | 4 semesters | EUR 3,000/semester |
| Plant Genetics and Plant Breeding (Postgraduate) | 2 semesters | Contact International Office |
| Summer School: Application of Biotechnological Methods in Plant Breeding | Short course | Contact International Office |
| Summer School: Model Animals in Animal Biotechnology | Short course | Contact International Office |
| Summer School: Data-assisted Product Development Based on Nutrition Science | Short course | Contact International Office |
Doctoral Programs (PhD) 10 programs
| Program | Duration | Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Animal Science Doctoral Program | 8 semesters | Contact International Office |
| Biological Science Doctoral Program | 8 semesters | Contact International Office |
| Environmental Science Doctoral Program | 8 semesters | Contact International Office |
| Food Science Doctoral Program | 8 semesters | Contact International Office |
| Horticultural Science Doctoral Program | 8 semesters | Contact International Office |
| Landscape Architecture and Landscape Ecology Doctoral Program | 8 semesters | Contact International Office |
| Mechanical Engineering Doctoral Program | 8 semesters | Contact International Office |
| Plant Science Doctoral Program | 8 semesters | Contact International Office |
| Regional Economic Development and Management Doctoral Program | 8 semesters | Contact International Office |
| Sustainable Business and Management Doctoral Program | 8 semesters | Contact International Office |
Admission Requirements
Bachelor's applicants need a secondary school leaving certificate; Master's applicants need a relevant Bachelor's degree; PhD applicants need a Master's degree. English proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL or equivalent) required for all levels.
Typical documents: application form, certified diploma/transcripts, passport copy, proof of English proficiency, CV, motivation letter. A Foundation Course for Studies in English is available for applicants needing academic/language preparation.
Contact
University email: info@uni-mate.hu
International office email: international@uni-mate.hu
International office phone: +36 28 522 000
International Office
Phone: +36 28 522 000
Email: international@uni-mate.hu