Studying abroad? Try Hungary, envoy says
Studying abroad? Try Hungary, envoy says
The Jakarta Post, Jakarta
The Hungarian ambassador has asked Indonesian parents who want
their children to study abroad to consider his country.
Gyorgy Busztin told The Jakarta Post that Hungary had a number
of fine universities that used English as the medium of teaching,
at very competitive costs.
"For a refreshing change, please look beyond the horizon," the
ambassador said.
"To find an economic solution without compromising academic
values, please look at one of Europe's ambitious new democracies,
with a very rich tradition of science: Hungary."
Every year, thousands of young Indonesians head abroad to
study, either paid for by their wealthy parents, or funded by
organizations, foundations, or learning institutions.
English-speaking countries like the United States, Australia
and Britain rank among the most favorite destinations. Singapore,
Malaysia, and Japan are also popular. France and Germany are
among the non-English speaking countries many Indonesians go to.
Studying abroad has become a big business that many countries,
often with the help of their respective embassies in Jakarta,
organize annual fairs to tout their advantages.
Few, if any Indonesians, have considered Hungary or other
Eastern European countries, as an option.
Busztin said it was time that Hungary, which he described as
one of the dynamically growing, market-economy based democracies,
be looked at.
"Located in the center of Europe, a melting pot of cultures,
Hungary has traditionally been a crossroad and as such blended
many traditions," he said.
"The major Hungarian universities all have full courses in
English (medicine, dentistry, pharmacology, veterinary medicine,
engineering etc)," he said, adding "Some offer post graduate
courses in English as well."
Hungary's decision not to join the euro zone makes the costs
of studying there relatively inexpensive for foreigners, he said.
Annual tuition fees range from US$5,900 to $10,000; monthly
living costs, including accommodation, food and transportation,
reach $600 a month. Health insurance costs $300 a year.
The ambassador recommends parents or prospective students to
browse the website www.studyhungary.hu or write to College
International Budapest at info@studyhungary.hu for further
information.
"If you opt for Hungary, you will not regret it," he said.