Orientation 2025 Autumn, programmes for Freshmen

Congratulation to all our Freshmen! Please find the most important information and programmes for the first weeks of your university-life:

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PROGRAMMES FOR FRESHMEN

Date and Location	Event	Note
2, 4, 5 September, 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Northern Block 7.52	Enrolment: Computer Science BSc and Preliminary	With appointment only.
3 September 10:00 a.m. Southern Block 0.821. Bolyai Hall	Dean's greeting, Opening Ceremony	appropriate dress, formal clothing is needed
3 September 11:00 a.m. Southern Block 0.821. Bolyai Hall	Orientation presentations Ms. Anett Pásztor-Nagy Special needs coordinator Ms Lili Berzsenyi Psychologist of the Student Support Centre Ms Katalin Schneider Head of Department of Academic and International Affairs Ms Móni Szuhai Educational Assistant
3 September 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.	Lunchbreak	Please do not leave the area of the campus, lunch options are available at the cantine and buffet
3 September 2:00 p.m. Southern Block 0.821. Bolyai Hall	Intercultural presentation
4 September 3:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Meeting point: Southern Block, right next to the cafeteria on the ground floor	City tour	Approx. 5-hour walking tour of Budapest, covering the main sights of the city center on the Pest side, along with a few hidden gems. Depending on time, we may also visit the Buda side of the city. It is recommended to bring comfortable shoes, some drinking water, and a bit of food for the road.
5 September 3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Meeting point: Southern Block, right next to the cafeteria on the ground floor	Campus tour	We’re inviting all first-year international Computer Science students to a special Campus Tour. Come explore the best places to study, hang out, grab a coffee, and find your way around. It’s also a great chance to meet other international students and make new friends!
8-12 September	First mentor class for Computer Science BSc and Preliminary	Check Neptun mail for details
8 September, 3 p.m.-6:00 p.m. Library, Southern Block, 1.835	Board games	Whether you’re a master strategist or just love party games, come play with us at the library and get to know your future fellow students! Feel free to bring your favorite game and teach it to us.
9 September 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Meeting point: Southern Block, right next to the cafeteria on the ground floor	pIKnIK - picnic at Kopaszi-gát	Come and hang out with us at the beautiful Kopaszi-gát (dam), just a short walk from campus! It’s a lush, grassy area stretching into the Danube – the perfect spot to relax and get to know each other. What’s on the plan? Ice cream, laughter, and good games. What to bring: a blanket or towel to sit on + some coins for ice cream + drinks and snacks to keep you going
10 September 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Meeting point: Southern Block, right next to the cafeteria on the ground floor	Club day	Curious about student life beyond classes? Visit the Club Day at the ELTE Faculty of Informatics and meet the student communities that shape our campus life. At this event, you can: – Meet the active student clubs at their stands – Have a refreshing drink and chat with club leaders – Learn more about their activities, events, and goals – Discover ways to get involved or simply enjoy the atmosphere Whether you’re looking to join a community, make new friends, or just explore what’s out there, this is the perfect opportunity to connect.
11 September 3:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Meeting point: Southern Block, right next to the cafeteria on the ground floor	City Tour	Approx. 5-hour walking tour of Budapest, covering the main sights of the city center on the Pest side, along with a few hidden gems. Depending on time, we may also visit the Buda side of the city. It is recommended to bring comfortable shoes, some drinking water, and a bit of food for the road.
12 September 3:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m. Meeting point: Southern Block, right next to the cafeteria on the ground floor	Walk around Margaret Island	Discover Margaret Island, one of Budapest’s most iconic spots with us! Led by senior students, participants will explore the island’s main sights: the musical fountain, the mini zoo, the monastery ruins, the water tower, and the peaceful Japanese garden. After the guided walk, there’s time to enjoy the island freely: try out a bringóhintó (pedal-powered four-wheel bike), grab a lemonade or ice cream along the food promenade, or bring a ball, a racket, or any outdoor games to play or simply relax on the wide green lawns.
15 September	First day of the study term

ELTE Faculty of Informatics:
Northern Block: 1117 Budapest, Pázmány Péter sétány 1/A.
Southern Block: 1117 Budapest, Pázmány Péter sétány 1/C.

Please come back later for more information, programmes!