Who We Are
As the oldest Advanced College at the University of Pécs, our College has welcomed students since 1993 who wish to pursue research in the humanities and social sciences alongside their regular university studies.
As an accredited Qualified Advanced College, we are an active member of the national Advanced College network (Interkoll) and operate in accordance with the principles set out in the Advanced College Charter.
Our Core Principles
Autonomy
Our community is built on democratic self-governance. At our weekly General Assembly meetings, members discuss matters affecting the College and make decisions collectively. The institutional framework, programmes, and day-to-day operation of the College are shaped and managed by its current members.
Academic Excellence
Members’ research activities are supported by a mentoring network of doctoral students. Ongoing research projects are presented and discussed during weekly academic discussion evenings and at the College’s own annual conference. Completed research may be published in the College’s peer-reviewed yearbook, Annona Nova.
Community
A vibrant community life is an essential part of the College. Student-led initiatives such as the Boncasztal Film Club, the Hiking Society, and semesterly team-building events provide opportunities for members to connect beyond their academic work.
Social Responsibility
The College also serves as a forum for critical discussion on social, economic, and public affairs. Our introductory course, Critical Foundations, familiarises new members with this approach. We further promote social responsibility by organising and participating in book launches and academic events dedicated to important theoretical works and contemporary social issues.
Admissions
We open applications three times each academic year for undergraduate, master’s, and undivided programme students in the humanities who wish to join a vibrant academic community and pursue independent research in any field of the humanities or social sciences.
Applicants who already have a clearly defined research proposal are encouraged to apply directly to the first-year cohort.
Students who are still exploring potential research topics but would like to become involved in the life of the College are warmly invited to join the preparatory (zeroth-year) cohort.
Admission calls and the latest news are published on the College’s Facebook page.