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Budapest Semesters in Mathematics Education

Budapest Semesters in Mathematics Education, or Summer@BSME, is a six-week summer program wherein participants immerse themselves in mathematical exploration to experience first-hand learning in Hungarian pedagogy. Then, they investigate how to bring this pedagogy into their future classrooms. They spend five weeks in the beautiful city of Budapest and one week in rural Hungary at a math camp for ...

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Program Highlights

Discover the Hungarian pedagogy, based on problem solving, mathematical creativity and communication.

Interact with Hungarian children at a rural math camp during the one-week practicum.

Explore the beautiful and safe city of Budapest and other nearby European jewels.

Participate in small, lively classes taught in English.

Gain independent living skills while staying in an apartment shared with other American students and while navigating the well-organized Hungarian public transportation system.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Budapest, Hungary
Availability
Year(s) Offered2023, 2024Terms Available:
  • Summer
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects
Subjects & Courses:
  • Education
  • Mathematics
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9.33

Total Reviews

12

The most fun college classes ever!

September 03, 2025by: Kaia Lefohn - United StatesProgram: Summer@BSME in Budapest, Hungary
9

I never expected to study abroad in Hungary, but I was so glad I chose this program! The classes were inspiring and extremely fun, the teachers were great, and the students got along super well. There were only 10 of us, but that did not diminish the quality of the academics. This program reminded me that learning math can and should be a joyful experience, centered in discovery. I’m not much of a city person, but I loved Budapest with it’s old architecture, beautiful churches, and extensive public transportation system. One of the highlights for me was going to a math summer camp for a week. I learned cultural tidbits from the kids and was immersed in the Hungarian language (which I do not know!). I can’t speak highly enough about this program. If you are interested in math education, get out of your comfort zone and do BSME!

I'm excited to teach

March 22, 2022by: OliviaProgram: Summer@BSME in Budapest, Hungary
10

This program was very useful and it helped me realize that math is a fun and enjoyable subject that I am very excited to teach.

Recommend this to anyone

March 18, 2022by: AnnikaProgram: Summer@BSME in Budapest, Hungary
10

I really REALLY enjoyed this semester in the BSME program. I would definitely recommend it to anyone, whether you’ve already had experience teaching math, or if you are just interested in mathematics education. I have learned so much and have had countless opportunities to improve my teaching abilities and learn more about Hungarian education.

Program Details

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Locations

  • Budapest, Hungary

Types and Subjects

  • Subjects & Courses
  • Education
  • Mathematics

Availability

Years Offered: 2023, 2024

Terms Available:
  • Summer

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Solo

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
  • Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
  • Transcript Fees

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Dormitory

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Transcript
  • Online Application
  • Essay
  • Letters of Reference

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Budapest Semesters in Mathematics Education

Budapest Semesters in Mathematics Education

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Budapest Semesters in Mathematics Education, or Summer@BSME, is a six-week summer program wherein participants immerse themselves in mathematical exploration to experience first-hand learning in Hungarian pedagogy. Then, they investigate how to bring this pedagogy into their future classrooms. They spend five weeks in the beautiful city of Budapest and one week in rural Hungary at a math camp for kids, observing Hungarian Math teachers as well as participating in and assisting with Math lessons and games. In the spirit of Hungarian instruction, BSME faculty challenges our participants to take part in creating, rather than just learning, the material. BSME courses are designed so that credits are transferable to American and Canadian colleges and universities, with transcripts issued by S...