In 2025, Széchenyi István University hosted and organized several events targeting the cross-sectorial dialogues about SDGs. The collaborations involve not only the best universities in the world, but also industrial partners, governments and partners representing the society.

Students of Széchenyi István University earn credits and cultural experiences through the Culture Connects programme. Széchenyi István University joined the national Culture Connects Programme, launched by the Ministry of Culture and Innovation, in collaboration with the Győr National Theatre, the Győr Ballet, the Győr Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Rómer Flóris Museum of Art and History. Through this partnership, students can earn academic credits by participating in cultural events that promote understanding of cultural heritage, community values, and intercultural awareness. By bringing together higher education, government, and cultural institutions, the initiative strengthens cross-sector cooperation and supports social sustainability through cultural engagement, inclusive learning opportunities, and the preservation and dissemination of cultural knowledge.

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Participants of the Ceremonial Signing (Photo: András Adorján)

Széchenyi István University and Zheijan Jiaxing University Establish Joint Confucius Institute. On 15 November 2025, in Beijing, representatives of Széchenyi István University, Zhejiang Jiaxing University and the Chinese International Education Foundation signed the agreement establishing a joint Confucius Institute at the Győr-based institution. The initiative marks a new milestone in Hungarian–Chinese cultural, educational and economic cooperation, offering significant support in the fields of language teaching, research and academic mobility. The establishment of the Confucius Institute at Széchenyi István University marks another important stage in multifaceted development. Confucius Institute in Győr will provide comprehensive support to deepening educational, research, economic and cultural relations between the two universities, and more broadly, between the two countries. The institute will contribute to the sustainable development of teaching Chinese language and culture, support joint scientific projets, and promote staff and student mobility.

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Representatives of Széchenyi István University and Zhejiang Jiaxing University in Beijing

Education and tourism development: Széchenyi István University signs cooperation agreement with Xantus János Zoo. Széchenyi István University strengthened its partnership with the Xantus János Zoo in Győr through a formal cooperation agreement focused on education, research, innovation, and sustainability. The collaboration involves the University’s faculties and its vocational secondary school and supports joint activities in tourism, agriculture, animal sciences, and environmental research. The partners will work together on research and development projects related to animal health, nutrition, and soil testing, while zoo experts will contribute to teaching, practical training, student projects, and thesis supervision. The partnership also promotes biodiversity conservation, environmental education, and sustainable tourism development, creating opportunities for knowledge exchange between academia and a community-based conservation institution. Through this long-term collaboration, the University supports cross-sector cooperation that contributes to sustainability, environmental awareness, and the protection of natural values.

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Students from twenty universities sought sustainable solutions to real corporate challenges during the Audi Development Camp, a joint short study programme of Széchenyi István University and Audi Hungaria Zrt. (industrial partner), held between 7–14 July, 2025. The results presented at the international camp’s closing event demonstrated that the participants are ready to face global challenges. Young students from 20 universities across 17 countries took part in the camp, where they explored sustainable solutions to real-life corporate challenges. This year’s theme focused on analysing Audi Hungaria’s water management in Győr—which hosts a car factory, engine plant, development centre and service centre—through the lens of ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) principles. Working in teams, the participants applied a design thinking approach centred on creative problem-solving to address challenges in sustainability, ethical operations, and environmental responsibility.

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Participants of 2025’s Audi Development Camp (Photo: Gergely Nagy)

Sustainable Energy Education and Research: Széchenyi István University’s Cooperation with Green Energy Investhor PLC. Széchenyi István University has established a strategic partnership with Green Energy Investhor Plc, a leading company in Hungary’s renewable energy sector, to advance education, research, and innovation in sustainable energy. Through this collaboration, the university integrates industry expertise into its academic activities, strengthening education in renewable energy, energy innovation, and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) practices. The partnership supports sustainable development by promoting clean energy solutions, fostering research and development, and preparing future professionals with practical skills through industry-led lectures, research supervision, and internship opportunities. By combining academic knowledge with real-world industrial experience, the collaboration contributes to the green transition, supports the development of sustainable energy systems, and helps address long-term environmental and energy challenges.

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SZE Becomes First European Higher Education Institution to Conduct Drone Operations Under Its Own Authority. Széchenyi István University became the first higher education institution in Europe to obtain a Light UAS Operator Certificate (LUC), the highest level of authorization available under the European Union drone regulatory framework. The achievement was made possible through a long-term collaboration between the University’s Digital Development Centre and Cloud for Intelligent Airspace (CloudIA) Zrt., which jointly developed the operational procedures and flight safety management systems required for certification. The authorization enables the University to independently conduct drone-based research, development, and educational activities while maintaining compliance with European aviation standards. The partnership supports innovation in fields including environmental monitoring, geoinformatics, transport systems, and digital technologies, providing students and researchers with opportunities to work with advanced drone applications under real operational conditions. Through this collaboration between higher education, industry, and regulatory stakeholders, the University contributes to technological innovation and sustainable development.

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Obtaining the LUC certification provides significant advantages for SZE (Photo: Csaba József Májer)

Professional Investment: SZE Acquires Stake in Former Students’ E-Mobility Start-up. Széchenyi István University, through its technology transfer company Uni Inno Plc., invested in EV.analytica Ltd., an e-mobility start-up founded by former university students. The company develops digital solutions designed to simplify electric vehicle charging by integrating multiple service providers into a single platform, thereby supporting the wider adoption of sustainable mobility. The investment was implemented in collaboration with venture capital partners Lunar Program Plc. and Septem Lute LLC, demonstrating the University’s commitment to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship through partnerships with industry and investors. By combining academic expertise, business development, and investment support, the initiative contributes to the development of a knowledge-based economy and promotes innovation in sustainable transport technologies.

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SZE strengthens ties with a drone service company. Széchenyi István University strengthened its longstanding partnership with Drónkuckó, a Hungarian company specializing in remote sensing and drone services, through a renewed cooperation agreement focused on education, research, and innovation. The collaboration supports drone technology training, student research projects, and joint participation in domestic and international grant applications, while providing access to advanced drone technologies for research and practical education. Through the partnership, industry experts contribute to teaching activities and skills development programmes, ensuring that students gain up-to-date, market-relevant knowledge and hands-on experience. By combining academic expertise with industry know-how, the initiative promotes innovation, technological development, and sustainable knowledge transfer, while strengthening cross-sector collaboration in support of sustainable development goals.

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