We are delighted to announce our new series aimed at showcasing Hungary’s renowned researchers, developers, inventors, and universities. Hungary, a small Central European country, is globally renowned for its outstanding scientists and inventors who have achieved significant success on the international stage. Our series aims to highlight these remarkable individuals and the universities where they studied, drawing attention to the excellence of Hungarian higher education.

Relative to its population, Hungary has produced an exceptionally high number of Nobel laureates and internationally recognized inventors. The universities where these brilliant minds studied have played a significant role in this success. In each installment of our series, we will introduce a prominent Hungarian university and a famous inventor, researcher, or developer who graduated from that institution.

Ernő Rubik and the Rubik’s Cube

The first figure in our series is Ernő Rubik, the inventor of the world-famous Rubik’s Cube. Born on July 13, 1944, in Budapest, Rubik graduated as an architect from the Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME) in 1958. His interest in architecture and design led him to invent the Rubik’s Cube in 1974, which has since become one of the most well-known logical puzzles globally. The Rubik’s Cube is not just a toy but also plays a significant role in education, enhancing spatial thinking and problem-solving skills. Ernő Rubik’s invention symbolizes creativity and innovation worldwide.

Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME)

The Budapest University of Technology and Economics is one of Hungary’s most prestigious higher education institutions, providing high-quality education and research for over 230 years. The university offers a range of programs in architecture, engineering, economics, and information technology, all contributing to equipping students with comprehensive knowledge and preparing them for future challenges. BME is internationally recognized, with numerous global collaborations and research projects. The university plays a crucial role in advancing Hungary’s innovation culture and has laid the foundation for many successful researchers and inventors.

English-Taught Programs at BME

BME offers several programs in English for international students:

Bachelor’s Programs:

• BSc in Civil Engineering

• BSc in Computer Engineering

• BSc in Electrical Engineering

• BSc in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s Programs:

• MSc in Architectural Engineering

• MSc in Biomedical Engineering

• MSc in Chemical Engineering

• MSc in Civil Engineering

• MSc in Computer Science Engineering

• MSc in Electrical Engineering

• MSc in Mechanical Engineering

• MSc in Transportation Engineering

Doctoral Programs:

• Various PhD programs in engineering and technology fields

Plan B Immigrations and BME Partnership

Since the Plan B Immigrations team has extensive connections with numerous educational institutions in Hungary, including kindergartens, elementary schools, high schools, colleges, and universities, we can assist with all types of educational requests. Among these institutions, we also have a partnership with BME, enabling us to support all such applications.

Conclusion

Hungary offers excellent educational opportunities, particularly in technical and economic fields. The examples of Ernő Rubik and BME clearly demonstrate the remarkable achievements of Hungarian higher education. The Plan B Immigrations team is dedicated to supporting its clients and investors in accessing these outstanding institutions. We hope that through our series, more people will come to recognize and appreciate the successes Hungary has achieved in science and technology.