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The Student Handbook provides general information and guidance you may need to help you to make the most of the opportunities on offer at the Avicenna International College. It also gives you formal notification and explanation of the College's codes, books, regulations, policies, and procedures. The purpose of a Handbook is to introduce you to your programme of study and to direct you to other general information about studying [...]

Dear AIC High School Students, We hope you had a successful first day at Avicenna after the opening ceremony. Please take note of the following regarding this week's program. Thursday, September 2, 9:00 am: English language placement test for all NEWLY enrolled students in AIC High School Programs (Pre-High School, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12) Place: Room 209 You can take this exam electronically if you bring your own laptop or [...]

Dear AIC Applicants, Avicenna International College welcomes you to the start of the 2021-2022 Academic Year. We wish you a successful year filled with endearing educational and cultural experiences. We would like to cordially invite you to the opening ceremony for the academic year on Wednesday, 1st of September 2021 at 11.30 AM in room 209 of Avicenna International College (1089 Budapest, Orczy út 3-5). Please be present at [...]

Avicenna International College (AIC) has been permitted by the Education Authority of Hungary to provide Distant Learning for English language High School programs (General High school and Natural Sciences High school). Those who complete the program successfully will be granted a high school graduation diploma (Erettsegi) by the Hungarian Government. This degree will make it possible for the graduates to continue their university studies in Hungary, other European countries, [...]

AIC is a university-oriented institution that prepares students for successful university studies in Hungary and abroad.

AIC held its second graduation ceremony for the 12th-grade students of the International High School Program (2016-2021) On Monday (15.06.2021). This year was full of isolation for many, therefore we were extremely happy to be able to organize this event. It wasn’t just for our graduates, but for all of us - our teachers, Student Center members, the parents, and all the other colleagues in Avicenna. Even though the high [...]

Semmelweis University has improved its previous position in the 2021 world rankings of the “US News Best Global Universities” in several disciplines. The university was ranked related to 8 medical and health science professions, ranking first in each field in Hungary. The university also achieved the best ranking this year in the “Cardiology and Cardiovascular System” field, which improved twenty-five places and became the 87th best higher education institution in the world in [...]

The NCUK University Global Fair will provide you with an exclusive opportunity to meet with over 35 universities from the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and the USA! The event will feature live sessions focusing on highly skilled careers for the future and you will be able to visit university booths to download materials, watch promotional videos and have one-to-one conversations with university representatives.

Some of the students of Avicenna Medical Foundation Program who have arrived in Budapest late due to COVID-19 restrictions met with the President of AIC today on Monday, January 12th, 2021. After an introduction, students raised their questions and shared their concerns and requests. President mentioned that extra classes will be organized for them and all required support will be provided to ensure that the pre-medical students are admitted [...]

The President of Avicenna International College held two separate consultation sessions today for the English Foundation Program (FEP) and German Foundation Program (GFP) students. In this session, students had a chance to introduce themselves and also learn about the main points to be raised when a student introduces himself/herself. Students also had a chance to explain their academic goals in the future. Similar sessions will be held in the [...]

The interview section of the semi-final exams of the Avicenna International College took place on the 5th of January 2021. Interviews are new to most or all of AIC students. This is a good occasion for the students to experience an interview session which they will soon face when they apply for admission to universities in Hungary and other European countries. Fluency in spoken English is essential for any successful interview, however, the academic knowledge of the student will determine the results. AIC students get plenty of occasions to practice and learn interview skills.

The semi-final exams of the Avicenna International College are taking place as we started the new year of 2021. Students took the written part on the 4th of January. They will continue with the interview component on the 5th of January. New students will take the APT (Avicenna Placement Test). We hope that 2021 will bring success to all our students. [...]

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Students of AIC take A-Level mock exam EDEXCEL A-Level Students of AIC take A-Level mock exam in "English Language and Literature". This exam was on "Exploring Voices in Speech and Writing". AIC students score high in all A-level exams despite the obstacles imposed by COVID-19 pandemic.

The Ambassador of Iran to Hungary, H.E. Mr. Arefi, and the respected Consul, Mr. Aghamohammadi, paid a visit to Avicenna International College (AIC) on Friday (2020/11/20). They met with a small group of representative students. All health protocols including wearing a face mask, proper distancing, and a maximum number of 10 participants were observed. The President of AIC, Dr. MirzaHosseini, welcomed the Head of Mission and the Consul. During lunch [...]

Dear Colleagues,Today is October 5th, the International Teachers Day.Today is your day.I congratulate this great day to all our teachers and colleagues who help the teachers.Today we celebrate your commitments and your dedication to raise our children even in the face of all uncomfortable conditions caused by Covid-19.I wish you health and happiness.We appreciate that you are a member of the Avicenna Family.Best Regards,Dr. Shahrokh MirzaHosseiniAvicenna International CollegePresidentMember of [...]

SAT EXAM AT AIC On Sept 26 SAT exam was successfully organized in AIC and the next will be OCT 3.  

The "Post-Secondary Education" at Avicenna International College includes the "Avicenna Medical Foundation Program", "German Foundation Program", "English Foundation Program" and "NCUK Program", as well several other programs. Today (17/09/2020) the Foundation Programs at AIC for the 2020-2021 academic year officially started. During the inauguration, Dr. Shahrokh MirzaHosseini, (President), Dr. Arash MirzaHosseini, (Director), Mr. Steve Szabo (NCUK Coordinator), Ms. Agota Apagyi (German Coordinator), Mr. Harouth Parsaghian (Biology Faculty) gave inaugural [...]

The purpose of a Handbook is to introduce you to your programme of study and to direct you to other general information about studying at AIC. The material in this document is as accurate as possible at the date of production; however, you will be informed of any major changes in a timely manner

The following is taken from the website of the Hungarian Embassy in Tehran: To the attention of Iranian students in Hungary The Hungarian Embassy would like to call your attention to some relevant points of Government Decree 408/2020. (VIII.30.) on travel restrictions to Hungary during the State of Pandemic Preparedness. This Decree enters into force on 1 September 2020. The new regulation is based on Government Decree 341/2020, [...]

During an opening ceremony the President of AIC, Dr. Shahrokh MirzaHosseini, and the Headmaster, Mr. Csaba Dani, held motivating speeches for the high school students, some parents, teachers, and the staff of the Student Center who were present in the event. Dr. MirzaHosseini started his speech by referring to the Corona Pandemic and the threats and opportunities this condition has posed to all the world and to our community. [...]

Avicenna International College has taken another major step in its internationalization path. Many hours of hard and dedicated work in a delicate process has resulted in success. AIC is now accreditated and recognized by OCN NI. OCN NI is one of the major, best-known and prestigious accreditation bodies in the UK. AIC can now deliver over 100 UK-accredited programs in Budapest. 

"érettségi" at Avicenna International College 2020, June 11. We are proud to announce that our Hungarian and international students received their érettségi (High School Diploma) from the Hungarian Government after completing their studies at the "English-Hungarian Bi-lingual International High School" of Avicenna International College. This degree is accepted in Hungary and all around the world. With this degree, our graduate students can study in Hungary or any other European country with no need for accreditation or evaluation. This degree states that our students have successfully completed high school or secondary studies. It is also a European language certificate (similar to IELTS). So our students do not need to take any other language test during university studies. This degree states that they have English knowledge equal to C1 and also in Hungarian language minimum equal to B1 or B2.

The 2020-2021 Academic Year is getting closer and we welcome every new student joining our school. We still accept applications to our International Hungarian-English bilingual High School Program, send your request to igazgato@avicenna.hu.

Avicenna International College regards the safety and well-being of its students, teachers, colleagues, and visitors as its most important goal and priority. AIC never stopped serving its students during the lock-down and today we open the campus doors to our community members. We will continue providing online education, consultation, and services to reduce the need to be present at college personally. However, whenever it is required to be present at the college campus, it is mandatory to have PPE and observe social distancing and other health measures to protect everyone during the coronavirus pandemic.

The final exam of the German language course at Avicenna International College on 27. May 2020. Students and teachers take precautions against Coronavirus. Abschlussprüfung des Deutschkurses in Avicenna International College am 27. Mai 2020. Die StudentInnen und LehrerInnen nehmen Vorsichtsmaßnahmen gegen Coronavirus.

The “Avicenna Mentor-Ambassador” policy is an initiative to engage the past and present students and teachers of AIC as well as the students and teachers of other schools, colleges, and universities to engage in the recruitment, consultation, education, and mentor activities of AIC in their free time. These activities are not considered full-time positions and will not adversely affect the studies or other major responsibilities of the students and teachers.

After my telephone conversation today with Semmelweis University concerning the entrance exam and with respect to the fact your health and safety is the most important goal both for the university and college, it was agreed that our students will take the entrance exam from their homes. The situation with Szeged University is being discussed for a joint or separate exam and I will inform you soon.

Right after Brexit, Dr. Shahrokh MirzaHosseini, President of Avicenna International College (AIC) held talks with the education authorities in the Uk and met with several UK partner universities. After several years of intense work and after the successful launch of the NCUK center in Budapest, It was decided that AIC will establish a branch in the UK. The request of AIC was reviewed and granted with a positive decision. As of March 14, 2020, "Avicenna International College - UK" is officially incorporated and will provide educational services to the UK and international students. This is a great step for AIC global development, especially in relation to its UK and British standards.

Dear Students of AIC, Dear Applicants to Semmelweis and Szeged Universities, The entrance exam to these universities is getting closer. Although we have not received any new instructions from the universities about these exams, we should assume that the exams will be held as scheduled, unless otherwise instructed.

We are in an emergency situation. Yet, the response of AIC to the extraordinary conditions have been prompt and adequate. This has been recognized by the Hungarian Education Authority and the Ministry. AIC was the first in Hungary to provide online education and since then all our teachers are providing education in their classes.

We are experiencing the Extraordinary conditions due to Coronavirus pandemics. Avicenna International College canceled its classes two weeks earlier than the order of the Hungarian Education Authority (OH) to close the schools, universities, and colleges. However, I am happy that thanks to the hard work of my colleagues we immediately started with online education and we will further develop this service in the future. The Student Center of AIC will remain functional and will provide services to our students and other external students to apply for universities. However, these services are now online, via phone, videoconference, and email. We will continue with our meetings (virtual), consultations (online) and registration for the university entrance examinations. My colleagues are working really hard to make sure that you can register at the university of your choice and fulfill all their requirements.

In a letter addressed to Mr. Dani Csaba, the Principal of Avicenna International College, Dr. Veres Gabor from the Ministry of Human Capacities congratulates and welcomes the distance learning program of AIC to prevent the spreading of coronavirus. AIC canceled its classes two weeks before the Government decided to close the schools. Upon calling off the classes, Avicenna International College immediately launched its online education program thanks to the hard work of the experts at the IT Department and the close cooperation of the faculty and teachers. AIC plans to further develop its distance learning resources and strategies in the near future.

AIC was the first (or among the first) institutions to stop classes and introduce online education in Hungary. AIC was the first (or among the first) institutions to stop classes and introduce online education in Hungary.The health and safety of all our members is extremely important to us. We have reduced the presence of our colleagues to the very minimum required. we continue disinfecting the premises and areas even if there are not used anymore. We continue to further develop our online education programs throughout the Spring and Summer of 2020. This will include the preparation for University Entrance Examinations. Together we defeat Corona. Together we defeat Corona.

The Hungarian Educational Authority Announcement The Hungarian Educational Authority has announced that from Monday all classes are canceled and schools should continue their classes online. Avicenna International College has already installed all necessary software and we have continued with our online education program one week earlier. With this instruction from the Hungarian Education Authority (OH), for the rest of this semester, all AIC classes will be held online. Please [...]

Dear AIC Students and Parents, In accordance with the prevailing public health rules and regulations, I have decided to cancel the classes at the college campus until the end of March 2020. We will continually review the conditions and in cooperation with the Health Authorities and Education Authority will bring the best decision that protects the health and safety of all members.

AIC will start with its online education services. The ICT Department of AIC and all the teachers and authorities had a meeting with the President today (09/03/2020). It was announced that the ICT Department has been working hard for the past few days and from tomorrow the new systems of online education will be installed and start working. This will be a great help to the students who will have to learn and study at home to decrease the risks of viral infection. More information about the system will be soon published and all students and teachers will get the technical explanation via their Avicenna emails.

Semmelweis University Publishes its Coronavirus Action Plan

Students of Avicenna International College (AIC), High School and Foundation Programs I would like to inform you that all the classes of AIC from today March 5, 2020, will be canceled for one week. There has been NO case of Coronavirus infection among our students so far. However, we have taken all the steps to introduce preventive measures against the virus. This decision is also for the same reason to protect our students. Meantime, the teachers of AIC will come to college and we will decide about providing distance education for this period. Further instructions will be communicated to you under my supervision.

Avicenna International College organizes SAT® exams during 2020 and 2021. AIC is a registered "SAT Test Center" (#57906).

Avicenna International College would like to thank every colleague, past and present student, family and friends for their invaluable support and help during the 2020 Educatio Exhibition. We offer a diverse range of educational programs in the UK with NCUK, in Northern Ireland with Foyle International, and all over Europe with FEDE, our High School Programs and our Foundation Programs - thank you for helping us celebrate "25 Years of Excellence".

NCUK Students can now Study in Canada! Study 1 or 2 years at AIC (Budapest) then transfer to Canada. NCUK students who are currently studying the International Foundation Year can now progress to the University of Alberta in Canada. You find out why the University of Alberta is a global Top 100 University and one of the top five in Canada (2019) by viewing the listing about the University of Alberta under the ‘Our Universities’ section of the NCUK website.

20th EDUCATIO International Education Exhibition Budapest, Hungary January 9-11, 2020 Avicenna International College (AIC) will be present in the 20th EDUCATIO fair to be held on the HUNGEXPO Fair Center from 9 to 11th of January 2020. AIC will proudly present its past 25 years of excellence at this highly visited education exhibition.

The AIC students of Grade 12 celebrated their last year and the entrance to the season of final exams in a ceremony called "szalagavató" or "Senior Students Ball: Prom". The event took place on the 13th of December, 2019. The president of AIC, the Prinicipal, other authorities and teachers together with parents enjoyed the evening at Avicenna International College.

Semmelweis Bronze Statueat Avicenna International College On November 8th, 2019 at 8 pm the bronze bust of Semmelweis was inaugurated at the entrance of Avicenna International College on the occasion of the 200th birth of Ignac Semmelweis, the Hungarian physician best known as the "Savior of Mothers". This fabulous piece of artwork was created by Istvan Madarassy, the Kossuth Award winner, a widely respected sculpturist famous for his unique [...]

4th USERN International Congress and Prize Award Dear Readers, Dear Students, I am happy and honored to report that the "4th USERN Congress" concluded its activities on Sunday the 10th of November with an unexpected success, as its opening on the 8th of November was a surprise to many. Over 35 dedicated people of my colleagues contributed to the success and glory of this event. I take this [...]

Turkish National Education Authority Accepts AIC High School Diploma The Education Authority of the Republic of Turkey has recently accredited the first diploma of Avicenna International College and has issued "DENKLIK BELGESI" which allows students from Turkey and other countries to continue their studies at any Turkish university (governmental and private). As a result, many Turkish and international students from Turkey are now applying to Avicenna International High [...]

Welcome international students to Avicenna International College! Welcome international students to Avicenna International College!We are so excited that you have chosen our college for your academic experience.After arrival and checking in the hotel and some rest, students are accompanied to the Student Center where they get their registration finalized and receive their schedule and academic calendar. The very next day students join the classes. [...]

New Students Arriving Fall 2019 International students arrive in Budapest and register at Avicenna International College. All our students are welcomed by an experienced colleague of the Student Center. AIC admits students all around the year for 3 semesters each accademic year. After arrival and checking in the hotel and some rest, students are accompanied to the Student Center where they get their registration finalized and receive their [...]

I Love My Heart for MY HEART, for YOUR HEART, for ALL OUR HEARTS I Love My Heart for MY HEART, for YOUR HEART, for ALL OUR HEARTS On September 29, we celebrate the International Heart Day. We tend to simply forget the great job our heart does every minute by beating minimum 75 times, a task which started before birth and will continue to the last moment of [...]

Weekly Progress Test (WPT) in progress at AIC Every week students of AIC sit for an online test called WPT which is meant to review the past week subjects taught. This is a well-designed tool for our students and teachers to measure the learning process. WPT has been in place at AIC for the past 20 years and is one of the best methods [...]

Request Forms Go Electronic at AIC Request Forms Go Electronic at AIC In order to facilitate the communication of students with Student Center at AIC and save time both for students and staff, students are no more required to visit the Student Center personally to submit their written requests personally. Instead, students should visit the website and fill out the Request Form and submit it online. There [...]

International Students Arrive at AIC International students arrive in Budapest and register at Avicenna International College. All our students are welcomed by an experienced colleague of the Student Center. AIC admits students all around the year for 3 semesters each academic year. After arrival and checking in the hotel and some rest, students are accompanied to the Student Center where they get their registration finalized [...]

Semmelweis University welcomes AIC students The good news is that students who start their studies now (2019-2020) at AIC receive an official letter from Semmelweis University to indicate the readiness and willingness of this prestigious university to welcome our students to apply for studies at Semmelweis. Once again, we are proud of our strong and serious Avicenna Medical Foundation Program that so far has trained several thousand international students [...]

UK welcomes more international students British universities welcome international students and many students to study there because they know that the level of education is very high and by graduating from a UK university they can have much better chances to find a job in Europe or anywhere else. However, presently the UK laws are strict. When you finish your studies and get your degree you should leave the [...]

Academic Year 2019 - 2020 Avicenna Foundation Programs start on September 16, 2019. Avicenna International College is celebrating its 25th anniversary, "25 Years of Excellence". The high school programs of this academic year have already started and next week on the 16th of September our colleagues will warmly welcome the new students joining the foundation programs. Students will start their studies in the best known "Avicenna Medical Foundation [...]

Avicenna International College (AIC) will organize SAT exam Avicenna International College (AIC) will organize the SAT exam on October 5, 2019.SAT is a standardized test which is provided by the College Board.AIC tries to provide the best opportunities for its international students who wish to continue their studies in the USA and Canada.Special training courses for SAT I and SAT II (subject-specific) are offered among the academic courses of AIC. [...]

Celebrating the Foundation of Hungary August 20, 2019 Celebrating the Foundation of Hungary Amazing night-view with the Chain Bridge at night, Budapest Hungarians celebrate August 20 every year. Today Hungary was founded as a state by St. Stephen, the first king of Hungary. Hungary celebrates this day which is a national holiday by a series of festivals, ceremonies, speeches, and fireworks. The most spectacular fireworks [...]