Published: December 06 2023
The COVID-19 pandemic has prompted many young Hungarians to consider working abroad, according to a recent survey. The survey also reveals insights into perceptions of the Hungarian education system and language skills among young people.
Young Hungarians' Desire to Work Abroad
Around 30% of young Hungarian workers have expressed interest in working abroad during the second half of the pandemic. However, 40% of respondents indicated that they were not considering this option.
Perceptions of the Hungarian Education System
A significant majority (64%) of the surveyed young people held a negative view of the Hungarian education system, believing that it falls short of European standards. Only 16% had a positive opinion of the system.
Language Skills Among Young Hungarians
The survey found that 77% of young people reported being able to speak a foreign language. However, there were fluctuations in language skills across different locations and age groups. In Budapest, over 80% of respondents claimed to speak a foreign language, compared to 67% in small towns. Additionally, 84% of 19- to 25-year-olds reported proficiency in a foreign language, while only 65% of 26- to 29-year-olds were as confident.
Trends in Language Skills
Language proficiency among young Hungarians has shown improvement since the beginning of 2021, with the proportion of young people speaking a foreign language consistently above 70%.
Conclusion
The survey highlights the aspirations of young Hungarians to work abroad, their perceptions of the Hungarian education system, and the state of their language skills. These insights provide valuable information for policymakers and educational institutions seeking to address the concerns and expectations of the younger generation.
Questions & Answers
What percentage of young Hungarian workers have considered working abroad since the pandemic? According to a survey, 30% of young Hungarian workers have been considering working abroad since the second half of the coronavirus pandemic.
How many young people in Budapest speak a foreign language? More than 80% of young people in Budapest speak a foreign language.
What percentage of young Hungarians think the Hungarian education system is up to European standards? Only 16% of young Hungarians think that the Hungarian education system is up to European standards.
What percentage of young people in small towns in Hungary speak a foreign language? 67% of young people in small towns in Hungary speak a foreign language.
Has there been an improvement in the proportion of young people speaking a foreign language since the beginning of 2021? Yes, there has been an improvement. The proportion of young people speaking a foreign language has been steadily above 70% since the beginning of 2021.
What is the K&H Youth Index? The K&H Youth Index is a survey conducted among 19- to 29-year-olds in Hungary.
Who participated in the survey for the K&H Youth Index? The survey for the K&H Youth Index was conducted among 19- to 29-year-olds.
Do the majority of young people in Hungary speak a foreign language? Yes, a wide majority of 77% of young people in Hungary speak a foreign language.
How do most young Hungarians feel about the Hungarian education system? Most young Hungarians look unfavorably at the Hungarian education system, with 64% saying it is not up to European standards.
What age group has a higher percentage of young people who can speak a foreign language? 84% of 19- to 25-year-olds can speak a foreign language, while only 65% of 26- to 29-year-olds are confident in their language skills.
