János Szentágothai College of Advanced Studies
About us
The János Szentágothai College of Advanced Studies University of Pécs Faculty of Sciences – abbreviated to the Szentágothai College of Advanced Studies (SZJSZK) – at the Faculty of Science, University of Pécs, supports students' professional development, independent thinking, and community engagement. Our office is located in Pécs, Ifjúság útja 6, room TTK-E/429. Our working languages are Hungarian and English.
The mission of the College is to complement higher education by offering its members project-based opportunities and field-specific programs that promote the acquisition of advanced knowledge. Our activities are based on the principles of self-government and democracy, with a strong emphasis on professionalism, independence, precision and social responsibility.
We support university students in building a sense of community, initiating self-organized projects, and conducting research in collaboration with educators and researchers in their respective fields. Members benefit from mentoring, professional guidance, specialized courses, and advanced training while also participating in social, cultural, and recreational activities. Our goal is to build an innovative and inclusive community that prioritizes the development of future intellectuals and the training of socially engaged professionals.