Allan Said:

I am studying in Hungary next semester. What all do I need to convert the power?

We Answered:

There are three differences between US and European outlets: voltage, frequency, and the shape of the outlet.

To deal with the voltage difference, you need a "step-down transformer" (the big, heavy kind) or a "voltage converter" (smaller, but not suited for electronic equipment). Many laptop power bricks and similar power sources are dual voltage: if yours is labeled as "110/220V", then you don't need a transformer or converter for it. If you do need a transformer, it needs to be big enough to handle the appliance's power usage. To figure out what capacity you need, find the wattage (watts = amps x volts) of the appliance you need to plug in, and figure at least a quarter again as much -- or more, if it's something like a laser printer that uses a lot of power for short bursts.

Power converters and transformers don't change the frequency of the electricity going through them. This means that certain types of electronics simply shouldn't be used abroad: buy a new alarm clock when you get there (or take a battery-powered one).

To deal with the difference in outlets, you need a plug adapter. Hungary uses round, indented circle outlets. They accept either ungrounded plugs, which have two round prongs, or grounded plugs, which are round and bulky and only fit into the outlet one way. (There are also older outlets that aren't grounded, but they're still shaped like indented circles.)

As for where to get all this, most electronics stores carry at least a few transformers and converters and a small assortment of adapters. Fry's Electronics in California has a good selection and low prices. A quick web search turned up several online stores, but having never dealt with any of them, I can't make a recommendation.

Nicholas Said:

Which is the best place to study MEDICINE among Hungary, Slovakia or Poland??

We Answered:

I am in Budapest right now studying Veterinary but i know a load of people studying medicine well from what they say it is best in Hungary the exams are harder but the degrees are far better, there are also a tonne of people from Norway in Budapest doing the courses like in my year alone its about half or over half scandinavian they even have stamtis sorry cant spell it thats how many are here, party life is amazing and when you get to know all the mad irish people like myself its class craic, the only problem is the tough work that has to be done and also that the medicine campus is a little spread out if you need any info i can get you one of the girls numbers
in my year to talk to but you probably know alot already, anyway good luck with your choice, Ps hungarians can be slightly gruff but in all there ok

Everett Said:

what is the best university to study physiotherapy in Hungary or Czech Republic?

We Answered:

I know the Hungarian ones:

Semmelweis University, Budapest (I think this is the best one)
Albert Szent-Györgyi Medical University, Szeged
University of Pécs, Pécs
University of Debrecen, Debrecen

Sidney Said:

I would like to study medicine in Hungary.Can someone tell me how much the fees is and is the degree any good?

We Answered:

Medicine (Years I-VI) 7.200 USD/Semester Yes the degrees is very good.

Kevin Said:

What is bst to study Medicine in? Hungary or Poland. Why? Thanks.?

We Answered:

Poland I think. I was been in Hungary and I love this country, but to study I recommended Poland. We have great universities in Warsaw, Cracow, Poznan, Wroclaw, Gdansk...but for foreign student the best is in capital. I live in Warsaw and I study journalism on Warsaw University http://www.uw.edu.pl/ and I feel here really nice ;) Great communication and location on Krakowskie Przedmiescie (near historical Old Town) and very well profesors. Why Poland? Poland is in Central Europe, we have stable economical situation, open mind for changes (because since 1989 everything's changing for a good side) and bigger position in Europe than Slovakia, Hungary, Czech Republic etc. If you want to study in Hungary - go for it! If you want to study in Poland - you will me welcomed. Both languages are difficult to learn, so i bet that you want to study in english ;]

From which country you are? I'm just curious.

Mary Said:

Which is the best place to study MEDICINE among Hungary, Romanian or Poland?

We Answered:

Hi, I have no idea about Hungary, but this site may help you if you are interested in studying in Poland:
http://www.wum.edu.pl/english/

Violet Said:

Would Budapest, Hungary be a good place to study abroad?

We Answered:

There are several very good universities here in Budapest.
I have heard there are many students studying here from Ireland.
The vet and medical studies are big here and I have heard good things about the schools.
My husband and I are now seniors and have moved back here to Hungary just 3 weeks ago.
Somethings are very expensive here if you compair them to the US such as health clubs and beauty items.
I believe rentals are reasonable right now but you have to make sure you live in a decent district such as in the 5th or 1st, maybe parts of the 13th, 6th and 7th.
In general, Hungarians are somewhat private in nature and it can be hard to get to know them on a personal level. Although my husband is a native Hungarian and most of our friends in the US come from Hungary, there is a dark undertone here in Hungary itself where we find the people rather negative in nature, sort of rough and raw. Could be the low wages and high for them prices which has given people a sour outlook.In some ways we are rethinking our move here.
There are many fun things to do here if you know your way around here but everything costs allot, drinks and dinners out are sort of dividing the local students from their foriegn counterparts that can afford to go out while the local kids are having a hard time coming up with the cash to take advantage of the many things to do here. It can sort of put up a barrier between getting to know the locals as some see outside students as privalaged.
In many studies, you must take Hungarian language to pass the courses, medical studies it's a must as you must be able to go into the hospitals and converse with people.
www.budapestinfo.hu