Stipendium Hungaricum Bursary Programs : What you need to know about and how to apply

The Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship is a fully funded program offered by the Hungarian Government, providing South African students with opportunities to study in Hungary at undergraduate, Master’s, PhD, and short-term exchange levels. Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship is a prestigious, fully funded opportunity for South African students to pursue undergraduate, Master’s, PhD, or exchange studies in Hungary. Applications close on January 2025, and successful candidates will benefit from tuition, living support, and international experience.

• Funding coverage: Tuition fees, monthly stipend, accommodation, and medical insurancehttps://www.internationalscholarships.dhet.gov.za/index.php/scholarships/undergraduate-scholarships/431-hungary-stipendium-hungaricum-for-south-africa-2025?highlight=WzIwMjYsImFjYWRlbWljIiwieWVhciIsInRlcm0iLDFd
• Levels of study:
  • Bachelor’s degrees
  • Master’s degrees
  • One-tier Master’s programs (integrated Bachelor + Master)
  • Doctoral programs
  • Short-term mobility/exchange (1–2 semesters for registered Master’s or Doctoral students)
• Eligibility: South African citizens nominated through the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET)
• Language of instruction: All courses for South Africans are taught in English, though some Bachelor’s and Master’s students may need to pass a Hungarian language course
• Application deadline: 15 January 2025 (for the 2025/26 academic year)

🌍 Key Benefits

• Full financial support: Covers tuition, accommodation, stipend, and health insurance.https://stipendiumhungaricum.hu/apply/
• Wide range of fields: From engineering and natural sciences to arts, humanities, and social sciences.
• International exposure: Study at Hungary’s top public universities.
• South Africa–Hungary cooperation: Strengthens educational and cultural ties between the two countries.

📅 Application Timeline

• Applications open: November 2024
• Applications close: January 2025 (2 p.m. CET)
• Selection process:
  • DHET shortlists South African applicants.
  • Final placement is made by the Tempus Public Foundation in Hungary.

📌 How to Apply

1. Apply via the DHET International Scholarships portal (for South African nominations).
2. Register and submit documents on the Stipendium Hungaricum online application system.
3. Required documents include: academic transcripts, CV, motivation letter, proof of citizenship, and medical certificate.
4. Submit before the deadline—late applications are not accepted.

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