| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2025-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Professional Pilot BSc program at the University of Nyíregyháza equips students to become knowledgeable aviation professionals and skilled pilots. The 3.5-year program integrates theoretical studies with extensive practical flight training, including 140 flight hours and simulator sessions. Upon completion, graduates are prepared for careers as airline first officers and flight instructors, meeting the requirements for ATP(A) integrated training. The program offers a strong foundation in engineering, mechanics, and technical English, preparing students for success in aviation operations and management.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Professional Pilot BSc program at the University of Nyíregyháza aims to train professionals who are knowledgeable in aviation and capable of working as professional pilots. Graduates will be able to support air operations, ground handling, and transport operations at aircraft operators and organizations, and conduct compliance monitoring and safety management activities. With sufficient professional experience, they can meet the requirements for nominated post-holders. The program fulfills the requirements for ATP (A) integrated training (Airline Transport Pilot, Aircraft). Graduates are also prepared for MSc-level studies. The first year includes basic technical studies, Principles of Flight, and Aviation English. After the first two semesters, students begin practical flight training. In addition to aviation subjects, students receive a strong engineering foundation in mechanics, mathematics, and technical drawing. The program includes an Air Line Pilot specialization, leading to ATPL(A) theory, CPL(A) (commercial pilot license) ME/IR (A) (multi-engine instrument rating), Night (VFR), and MCC (Multi Crew Cooperation) upon successful completion. Successful completion also requires passing Civil Aviation Authority exams in Air Law, Aircraft General Knowledge (Airframe/Systems/Power plant, and Instrumentation, Mass and Balance, Performance, Flight Planning and Monitoring, Human Performance, Meteorology, General Navigation, Radio Navigation, Operational Procedures, Principles of Flight, VFR and IFR Communications).
Outline:
The program is structured across 7 semesters (3.5 years) and includes a total of 210 ECTS credits. The curriculum includes both theoretical and practical components.
Semester 6:
Business Law, Automatization and Control II, Thesis I, Airplane Instruments and Apparatus II, Airframes and Systems II, Flight Performances and Planning II, Operations Procedures, Flight Practice IV.
Semester 7:
Human Resource Management, Thesis II, Aviation Safety, Flight Practice V, Multi-Crew Cooperation. Practical training comprises 140 flight hours, 40 hours of simulator training (FNPT II), and 20 hours of Multi-Crew Cooperation (FNPT II). A minimum score of 60 out of 100 points is required for successful completion of the entrance exam. The first-year students must also undergo a Class 1 medical certificate and a psychological aptitude test before starting flight training. The program involves both theoretical classroom instruction and extensive practical flight training.
Careers:
Based on the last 10 years of experience, graduates have career prospects as first officers at airlines and flight instructors at approved training organizations.
Other:
The program is offered full-time in English in Nyíregyháza, Hungary. The Institute of Technology and Agricultural Sciences houses the program, headed by Dr. Balázs GÁTI. The program starts in September. The application for the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship program for the 2025/2026 academic year is closed. The next application period will begin in November 2025.
Tuition fee: 13900 EUR / semester Application fee: 100 EUR
The University of Nyíregyháza is a prominent public institution located in Nyíregyháza, Hungary. Established in 2000, it has evolved into a significant center for higher education in the region.
Academic Profile:
- Student Body: The university serves approximately 5,000 students, offering a diverse range of programs.
- Programs Offered: It provides a variety of educational opportunities, including bachelor's and master's degrees, with a strong emphasis on teacher training, engineering, agricultural sciences, economics, sports, natural sciences, and informatics.
Campus and Facilities:
Situated adjacent to the Sóstó park forest, the university boasts a modern campus recognized for its advanced infrastructure. In 2009, the campus received the first prize in the "public buildings" category at the FIABCI and Wall Street Journal architecture world competition.
International Opportunities:
The University of Nyíregyháza is committed to internationalization, participating in European Union mobility programs that facilitate professional development and cultural exchange for both students and faculty. The institution also collaborates with universities in Brazil, South Korea, the United Arab Emirates, Finland, Russia, and Malta, offering students opportunities for international internships and research partnerships.
Entry Requirements:
- Secondary School Leaving Certificate
- Good grades in high school diploma in Mathematics and Physics (at least 80%)
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- English language skills at CEFR level B2 or higher (equivalent to IELTS 5.5 or higher). A language certificate is not compulsory; English communication skills can be proven during the online interview.
