The University of Veterinary Medicine Budapest strives to provide its students with the most advanced educational and research environment. To create a modern educational experience and support advanced research goals, we focus on the continuous development of our infrastructure. The university believes that preparing students for the future challenges of veterinary medicine can be most effectively achieved by combining modern technologies with in-person education. In recent years, distance learning has played a significant role in many fields; however, due to the specific nature of the veterinary profession, in-person education is indispensable, as acquiring practical skills relies heavily on personal experience. Therefore, despite having modern tools, the university is committed to prioritizing in-person education.
Our latest infrastructural investment was aimed at the comprehensive renewal of audiovisual systems, to facilitate the learning of educational materials and enhance the success of scientific work for instructors and students. The new system includes state-of-the-art audio, video, and streaming devices. In the design process, great emphasis was placed on user-friendly solutions to ensure that these future-proof technologies continue to provide an excellent educational environment for future generations. The creation of smart classrooms by March 2025 will involve the acquisition and installation of more than 1,800 new devices across several university locations, including the István Street, Rottenbiller Street, and Üllő campuses.
The university’s commitment to 21st-century technology is well illustrated by three exemplary classrooms. In the Zimmerman, Kotlán, and pathology practice rooms, the new audiovisual system allows both lecturers and students to seamlessly utilize streaming technologies and interactive tools. The modern control system ensures simple and transparent operation, enabling students to participate in collaborative work. The Smart Podium’s touchscreen solution allows students to not only passively observe lectures but also actively engage with the material, as it will later be available for download to their devices with a single click. One of the lecturer’s “senses” is the AI-controlled 4K PTZ camera, which follows the lecturer when needed. The 4K resolution Epson laser projector, capable of projecting images up to 5 meters wide, far surpasses the previous visual display systems.
Previously, the Zimmerman room was equipped with a unique 3D projection system, which greatly facilitates the teaching of anatomy. Thanks to 3D technology, students can gain a much deeper understanding of complex anatomical structures, as the system vividly displays even the finest details of the skull. The system’s flexibility is further enhanced by its ability to operate in 2D, ensuring a comfortable learning experience for all students.
Through modernization, our university not only raises the standard of education but also prepares future veterinarians to become excellent professionals, equipped with the best technological support while relying on in-person experience.
The investment was realized within the framework of the project titled “Development of Practice-Oriented Higher Education at the University of Veterinary Medicine Budapest” (code: RRF-2.1.2-21-2022-00008).
