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Budapesti Muszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem

Budapest, Hungary • Founded 1782 • QS 2027 #751-760

Updated May 2026 · Source: bme.hu

Overview

English Name: Budapest University of Technology and Economics
Local Name: Budapest University of Technology and Economics
Acronyms: BME
Founded: 1782
Control Type: Public
Entity Type: Non-profit
Rankings:
QS World University Rankings 2027 #751-760 Times Higher Education 2026 #1201-1500 ARWU (Shanghai) 2026 #901-1000 CWTS Leiden 2025 #1297 SCImago 2026 #720
Motto: Harmonising theory and practice
Colours: Deep red
Budapesti Muszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem official logo

Established in 1782, the Budapesti Muszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem (Budapest University of Technology and Economics) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Budapest (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants).

Officially recognized by the Magyar Felsooktatási Akkreditációs Bizottság (Hungarian Accreditation Committee), Budapesti Muszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem (BME) is a large-sized coeducational Hungarian higher education institution. Budapesti Muszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem (BME) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study.

This 242-year-old Hungarian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.

BME also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

Location & Contact

Below are Budapesti Muszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem's address, location, and primary contact channels.

Address: Műegyetem rakpart 3
Postal Code: 1111
Phone: +36 (1) 463 1111
Fax: +36 (1) 463 1110
Email: info@bme.hu
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Academic Details

Budapesti Muszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem's student body, faculty composition, and recognition framework are below.

Academic Year: September to July
Recognition: Magyar Felsooktatási Akkreditációs Bizottság
Accrediting Agency: Educational Authority (Oktatási Hivatal)
Admission Requirements: Secondary school certificate (érettségi bizonyítvány) and entrance examination
Total Students: 20,152
Academic Staff Range: 1,000-1,499
Full-Time Academic Staff: 981
Academic Staff with Doctorate: 824
Campus Setting: Urban
Memberships & Networks
European University Association (EUA) Conference of European Schools for Advanced Engineering Education and Research (CESAER) SGroup European Universities' Network (SGroup) Danube Rectors' Conference (DRC) Société Européenne pour la Formation des Ingénieurs (SEFI) Agence universitaire de la Francophonie (AUF) International Student Exchange Program (ISEP) European Students of Industrial Engineering and Management (ESTIEM) Top Industrial Managers for Europe (TIME) ATHENS Network World Wide Web Consortium (W3C)

Academic Structures

The academic units through which Budapesti Muszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem delivers teaching are listed below.

Unit 5 items
  • Faculty of Architecture
  • Faculty of Chemical Technology and Biotechnology
  • Faculty of Civil Engineering
  • Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Informatics
  • Faculty of Mechanical Engineering

Faculties & Divisions

All faculties operate under Magyar Felsooktatási Akkreditációs Bizottság.

Architecture (Faculty) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Architecture
  • Town Planning
Chemical Technology and Biotechnology (Faculty) 3 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Biotechnology
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Chemistry
Civil Engineering (Faculty) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Civil Engineering
Economic and Social Sciences (Faculty) 4 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Business Administration
  • Economics
  • Management
  • Social Sciences
Electrical Engineering and Informatics (Faculty) 4 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Computer Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Electronics and Automation
  • Power Engineering
Mechanical Engineering (Faculty) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Mechanical Engineering
Natural Sciences (Faculty) 4 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Cognitive Sciences
  • Mathematics
  • Nuclear Engineering
  • Physics
Transport Engineering and Vehicle Engineering (Faculty) 3 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Civil Engineering
  • Road Transport
  • Transport Engineering

Programs Offered

Browse Budapesti Muszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem's programmes by level, or filter by name.

84 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in Hungary

Bachelor's Degree 27 programmes

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Master's Degree 46 programmes

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Doctorate 11 programmes

Doctorate in DLA in Architecture
Architecture · 8 semesters

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PhD in Architecture Engineering
Architecture · 8 semesters

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PhD in Business and Management
Business Administration · 8 semesters

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PhD in Chemistry and Bio, Environmental and Chemical Engineering
Chemical Engineering · 8 semesters

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PhD in Civil Engineering and Earth Sciences
Civil Engineering & Construction · 8 semesters

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PhD in Electrical Engineering
Electrical Engineering · 8 semesters

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PhD in Informatics
8 semesters

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PhD in Mathematics and Computer Science
Computer Sciences · 8 semesters

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PhD in Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering · 8 semesters

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PhD in Physics
Physics & Astronomy · 8 semesters

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How to apply to Budapesti Muszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem

Five steps that capture how applications to Budapesti Muszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem flow.

  1. 1
    Browse the programme catalogue

    Start by exploring the programmes section on this page. Budapesti Muszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem runs 84 active programmes across multiple degree levels. Narrow by qualification tier and read each programme description before shortlisting.

  2. 2
    Check eligibility for your chosen programme

    Before applying to Budapesti Muszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem, confirm you meet the academic, language, and document requirements for your chosen programme. International applicants should also check visa eligibility for Hungary.

  3. 3
    Get your documents ready

    Standard documents: official transcripts, identity proof, language test results, personal statement, and references. Confirm exact requirements with Budapesti Muszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem's admissions office before assembling, as expectations vary by programme.

  4. 4
    Apply through the official channel

    Lodge your application through the official website (www.bme.hu). Online forms are the standard route. Save your draft frequently and submit before the programme deadline.

  5. 5
    Reach out and track your application

    Verify your application has been received by the admissions team. You can reach the institution by email at info@bme.hu or by phone at +36 (1) 463 1111. Monitor the portal for status updates, interview invitations, or document requests, and respond within the stated deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions about Budapesti Muszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem

Quick answers to common questions about Budapesti Muszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem.

When did Budapesti Muszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem open?

Budapesti Muszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem traces its founding to 1782 (approximately 244 years ago).

Where can I find Budapesti Muszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem?

The institution is located in Budapest, Hungary.

Is Budapesti Muszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem public or private?

It is a public higher-education institution.

How many students does Budapesti Muszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem have?

The institution has a student body of 20,152.

Where does Budapesti Muszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem stand in university rankings?

It ranks QS 2027 #751-760.

What is Budapesti Muszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem's academic structure?

Budapesti Muszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem has 5 academic units.

Is Budapesti Muszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem accredited?

The institution holds recognition from Educational Authority (Oktatási Hivatal).

Where can I learn more about Budapesti Muszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem?

The institution's website is www.bme.hu.

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