Study for 2 years in Hungary and 1 year in the United Kingdom
Study at Hungary's best business school and earn a dual Hungarian and British degree.
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About IBS
At IBS you will graduate with a British, an Irish degree or a Swiss degree in addition to a Hungarian degree by IBS. Our partner university in the UK, The University of Buckingham warrants the outstanding quality of our education. This degree will significantly improve your status in the job market. Here is what you can expect: Small-group classes. At IBS, we do not do lectures, you will not be relegated to a mere listener: you will study in small groups in interactive classes. Practice-oriented training. Our faculty do not deliver hard-to-grasp, fast-ageing theories, but supports you in developing the skills and proficiencies that most employers seek. Autonomy in thinking. At IBS you are not required to recite textbook chapters, we expect you to formulate critical views based on what you have learned – just like your future employer will. A global milieu, international experience. Improve your English day by day and network with fellow students from 100 countries around the world. By participating in the Erasmus+ program, you can study at our 62 partner universities in 21 countries. We will take care of you. A dedicated Student Wellbeing-team and student mentors will help you deal with every issue you encounter. You can seek their assistance in academic or personal matters. Your opinion is important to us. To constantly improve our offering, at the end of every semester, we seek your feedback on teaching, tutors, and other services. A British degree at more affordable costs. Tuition fees and living costs in Budapest are modest compared to those in the UK. Moreover, we also offer scholarships.
Vision
Our vision is to be a regionally acknowledged, multiply accredited, multi-country provider of higher education services for a highly international and mobile student body, interested in the frontier areas of business and management.
Mission
Our mission is to provide economically and culturally relevant, English-language business and management-related education to people who can benefit from it. We are demand-led and customer-focused. We enhance learning, build confidence and create an opportunity for all who choose to invest in studying at our school.
History
IBS opened its gates in 1991 welcoming students who wished to study business in English. The founders of the school had long-term plans and thus they moved the college (practically run in some rented rooms of an office block) from Kelenföldi railway station to the second district, one of the most beautiful districts of Buda. In 2014, IBS moved to the north of Budapest and is now offering a real campus experience with 3 brand new buildings in a business environment. The completely renovated, reshaped, and well-equipped buildings in Graphisoft Park – with the Residence Hall in its close vicinity – is a perfect place for studies as well as recreation with its riverside setting and garden.
Why British degree?
British universities are widely recognized for their research and teaching excellence. An independent body, the Quality Assurance Agency is responsible for maintaining the high standards of British university education. A British degree guarantees you a good quality education. 1,000 years of extraordinary academic innovation - currently the UK ranks third in the world for innovation. Three of the ten top universities in the world are in the UK, including the university ranked first in the world. British degrees are important to employers because they have a strong emphasis on gaining practical experience in the relevant field and they equip you with all the skills and knowledge necessary for a successful international business career. The student-centred approach to learning in British education means that you will develop the independence, self-discipline and analytical skills sought after by employers. English is the language of global business so studying a British degree enables you to improve your English language skills. Class sizes are generally small enough to ensure that students have access to equipment and enough time to talk to their lecturers. We give considerable importance to increasing students' employability skills. IBS has set up its UpSkill programme, which enhances and develops the skills which are most demandable in the job arena and lets our graduates have an advantage over others in job applications. British programmes are shorter, saving you time and money. Our Bachelor’s programmes are 3-year full-time courses and our Master's programmes take 1 year. 38 per cent of Nobel prize winners who studied abroad did so for a British degree.
How to apply
1. Step 1
Prepare documents required by IBS (secondary school leaving certificate or Bachelor's/Master's degree, transcripts, passport, English language certificate / Medium of Instruction certificate).
2. Step 2
Choose your programme and intake (you can apply only to one programme). Submit your application. IBS will get back to you with the EUR 200 application fee details (non-refundable). Please note that your application becomes valid only after your application fee payment.
3. Step 3
IBS checks your documents. If documents are accepted, IBS sends a Confirmation of Application with enrolment details, the refund policy and invoice for University Foundation and BSc applicants. MSc applicants will have an online Orientation Interview first, then if accepted, they receive the Confirmation of Application.
4. Step 4
Proceed with payment of tuition fee. You may pay the fees via bank transfer or with a credit/debit card via Flywire.
5. Step 5
After IBS receives the tuition and registration fees, all applicants will receive our Visa Support Certificate and Letter sent in their online application. EU citizens receive information on enrolment.
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