International University Foundation

🎓 Program Overview

The International Business School in Budapest has an International University Foundation program that is meant for those students who want to prepare themselves before they undertake their undergraduate or graduate programs in an international environment while planning to Study in Europe. The program has been structured in a way that students can improve their language skills as well as develop the academic and learning skills they need in order to succeed in an academic environment.

This one-year foundation course will provide the student with the appropriate linguistic skills while at the same time exposing them to appropriate academic studies that will enable them to communicate, analyse, and learn effectively in an international environment. This International University Foundation program is among the recognised Foundation Courses in Europe for International Students and will be particularly appropriate for those students who have not yet met the direct entry requirements for any degree or those who seek to improve their level of academic and linguistic skills in an international environment.

📚 Why Select This Course?

The International University Foundation program allows students to:

Build strong English language proficiency for academic environments
Develop university-level study and research skills
Gain exposure to business-related and analytical subjects often included in global Study Abroad Programs
Improve communication and presentation confidence
Preparation for progression into IBS Bachelor's or Master's programs
Students are divided by levels of English language proficiency, from pre-intermediate to upper intermediate.

🎓 Why Enrol at International Business School Budapest?

The International Business School Budapest is recognised as IBS Hungary Budapest and is known for its multicultural learning environment and its approach to learning, which is based on career education in Top Universities in Hungary.

Students will benefit from:

Small group teaching and personalised academic attention
A practical learning structure aligned with university expectations
An international peer environment
Preparation for English-medium higher education
A smooth transition into IBS degree programs

The foundation program ensures that students become comfortable with academic systems and develop confidence in participating in university-level discussions and projects while planning to Study in Hungary.

🏅 Recognitions & Accreditations

The program is offered by International Business School Budapest and serves as a recognised preparatory pathway for progression into IBS Bachelor and Master programs within the European higher education system, where many students choose to Study in Europe.

📋 Eligibility Criteria

Applicants should:

Hold a high school diploma
Provide official English translation of academic documents
Meet basic English proficiency requirements assessed by IBS

Admission is subject to document evaluation and internal placement testing through authorised guidance or a Study Abroad Counsellor.

📜 Awarding Institution / Certificate Granted

Program: International University Foundation
Awarding Institution: International Business School, Budapest
Language of Instruction: English

Upon the successful completion of the International Foundation Programme, students may continue their studies in IBS’s undergraduate or postgraduate programs and explore further Study Abroad Programs in Europe.

⏳ Duration, Language & Study Mode

Duration: 1 year (2 semesters)
Study Mode: Full-time
Language: English
Location: Budapest, Hungary
Intake: September & February

Approximately 400 hours of academic preparation and English language preparation are integrated into the course, making it suitable for students planning to Study in Hungary.

📍 Why Go to Budapest, Hungary, to Study?

Budapest is a new education hub for Europe that is famous for its academic environment, cultural diversity, and affordability. In the European system of Higher Education, Hungary is known for its top-class academic programs for international students and is considered among the Best Countries to Study in Europe.

The following will be of great help to students:

Exposure to European academic standards
Affordable living compared to Western Europe
A safe and culturally vibrant environment
Access to international career opportunities
A central location within Europe

Going to study in Budapest, Hungary, allows students to start their international education journey and Study in Europe with globally recognised education pathways.