About Hungary
Hungary is a country at the heart of Europe, but it is certainly different too in so many ways! While not large in terms of population (it has only 10 million inhabitants) Hungary has a wealth of culture and history, complemented by a language so completely different from its neighbours that almost no shared words […]
Practical Informations
VISA, RESIDENCE PERMIT Citizens from Non-EU (European Union) and Non-EEA (European Economic Area) countries have to apply for a long-term visa or residence permit before their arrival. International students are highly recommended to consult the relevant authorities at least 2 months before the beginning of their studies. Upon receipt of the Invitation Letter/ Letter of […]
Staff Mobility
Teaching Mobility Teaching staff of higher education institutions has the opportunity to conduct teaching mobility at DGBC. Our college can accept applications from teachers of our Erasmus partner institutions. To apply, please send your application to erasmus@tkbf.hu. DGBC welcomes teachers in the following subject areas: – buddhist studies; – comperative religious studies; – south east asian studies; […]
East-West Research Institute
The East-West Research Institute was founded by the Dharma Gate Buddhist Church and College to provide a framework and the conditions for scientific research into the possibilities of Buddhist education and the dissemination and application of Buddhist principles in our country. Our Institute, as indicated by its name, intends to enhance and broaden the scope of the East-West dialogue, […]
Master of Arts in Buddhist Studies
Upon completion of the program, graduates will recieve a Master of Arts in Buddhist Studies from Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University. Required Courses: History of Theravada Buddhism Meditation (Satipatthana, Vipassana) Philosophy (Abudhamma) History of Mahayana Buddhism Meditation (Zen) Philosophy (Madhyamaka, Yogacara) History of Tibetan Buddhism Meditation (Lojong) Philosophy (Tantric) Other Required Activities: Community Activities (50 hours/Semester) 1 Month […]
Specializations
Dharma teacher specialization The objective of the DHARMA TEACHER PROGRAMME is to impart extra practical and theoretical knowledge in addition to the core curriculum courses. Students participating in this programme study Buddhist ethics and religious studies (symbology, iconography, cosmology), as well as the practical and theoretical background of Buddhist meditation. The programme includes meditation and extra […]
MA Programme
The Dharma Gate Buddhist College, which opened in Budapest in 1991, is a state-recognised denominational tertiary education institution in Hungary. It is funded by the Dharma Gate Buddhist Church, which aims to give access to the Buddhist tradition within Hungary. The College offers MA programmes in Buddhist Studies and related specialisations and students graduate as […]
BA Programme
The Dharma Gate Buddhist College, which opened in Budapest in 1991, is a state-recognised denominational tertiary education institution in Hungary. It is funded by the Dharma Gate Buddhist Church, which aims to give access to the Buddhist tradition within Hungary. The College offers BA programmes in Buddhist Studies and related specialisations and students graduate as […]
Erasmus Policy Statement
Ad1. Through internationalization ideas, knowledge and experiences can be exchanged. Creating environments where this exchange can take place is crucial. Internationalization is conducted both at home and through mobility and agreements, covering education, research and collaboration. The College should be an international institution where teaching and research are characterized by diversity, broaden horizons and intercultural thinking. The Dharma […]
Partner Institutions
In 2011, the Senate, the highest body of the DGBC, decided to found a new institutional entity, the European Buddhist Training Center (EBTC). Their goal was to expand their international relations using the experience and connections the DGBC founders had gained over the years and to create a legal, institutional and administrative framework for it. Within this […]