The overall aim of the course is to enable students to understand a typical CEE country by getting to know its past and present, and discussing the issues that will shape its future. Students will get a comprehensive picture of the main social and economic issues as well as cultural factors defining Hungary today. In addition, they will also receive useful information to make most of their time in Hungary. The course also aims to improve students’ information gathering and analytical abilities by drawing on a wide range of sources including statistical data, newspaper articles, surveys, videos, etc. The topics covered in the course will provide ample opportunity to practice skills such as the comparison of data, identification of trends and critical interpretation of various information sources. The course also features colorful activities allowing students to gain firsthand experience of Hungarian culture.