About Us

Life after high school is just the beginning of the rest of your life. It is a crucial time where you are at cross roads with big decisions ahead that will impact your life, your future and everything that comes with it. We understand what a big step this is for both the student and the parents after all, everyone wants only the best outcome.

We at Univer360 understand this struggle all too well and our role is to make this transition as smooth as possible, facilitating information, answering questions and ensuring that your chosen path is set and waiting for you to take the first step. ​Our team’s combined experience boasts decades of expertise in various areas from living and studying in Hungary as a foreign student, to being a university professor.

ghassan el rifai

Having studied as a foreign student in Budapest, I’ve experienced the student life, fell in love with the country and ended up living there for nearly a decade before settling in the UAE. I decided I wanted to give other students a chance to study in Hungary too and so started to represent universities in Hungary in 1988.​

I started my studies with a year of Hungarian language in Budapest to prepare me for my first semester at university. I must say, it is a lot easier these days having the option to study in English and being able to converse with people in Hungary, in  the English language. It is becoming a popular choice for a second language amongst most Hungarians.

Graziella Haddad Rifai

After getting my MBA degree from AUB, Lebanon, I started my career working in my family business, giving me the opportunity to assume leadership roles. I soon realised I had a passion for teaching and so I became a professor of business and taught for a decade before committing to assisting students achieve their educational goals through Univer360. 

​The crossroads between high school and university can be a difficult one to navigate, this is where expectations, budget and planning your educational path need to be aligned. I work closely with both the  students and parents to ensure they are on the right track.

sana el rifai

I am passionate about working with people and strongly believe that everyone can achieve their dreams but you need to put in the work to get there, as Tony Robbins says “ If you talk about it, it’s a dream, if you envision it, it’s possible, but if you schedule it, it’s real”. Whether you are looking to be a doctor, engineer or a physiotherapist, no dream is greater than your own dream. What I bring to the table is my passion to help bridge that gap so you too can achieve your goals.​

I learned Hungarian too, picked it up at home. I definitely know what it’s like to not be confident enough to speak and then achieve that moment where I was able to communicate fluently. It is likely that you too, will be in situations outside your comfort zone, if you prepare and plan right, you can get through it successfully.

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​Our Services

Beginning the journey of planning your higher education path can be a daunting task. We offer all our students the basic services below, as part of the application procedure. If you feel you need more assistance, we can offer additional services for a small fee, that will put your mind at ease and help you through the process in more detail.
If you have a specific situation that needs more hands-on assistance, we can offer one-on-one support too. This will be evaluated on a case by case basis, so do get in touch. 
​Not sure of which services you may need? Request an appointment (below) and we'll be happy to have a chat about what you can expect from.

Univer360 starter package

1. Provide comprehensive information on universities and the different degrees offered  
2. Provide information on pre-medical track if required, for those that may need it or request it 
3. Receive, review and provide feedback on application requirements specific to each university
4. Submission of application documents to one or multiple universities.
5. Registration for entrance examinations (where applicable)
6. Provide in-person entrance examinations within the UAE (if applicable to the chosen degree) 
7. Provide the option to take the entrance examination a second time if needed (subject to examination deadlines)
8. Provide guidance on application deadlines for various universities
9. Advise on subjects needed in high school to be eligible to apply for field of study
10. Advise on tuition costs and living expenses in chosen city.
11. Opportunity for students to interact with other students applying to Hungarian universities for the same calendar year
12. Opportunity for parents to interact with other parents of new and existing students studying in Hungary.

Add-on SERVICES

Preparatory Guidance Services

1. Entrance Examination tips and interview training
2. Guidance on development of student application CV/motivation letter review

Pre-Travel Guidance Services

1. Provide guidance on accommodation options, costs and locations
2. Provide guidance and reviewing student visa application requirements

ONE-ON-ONE SUPPORT

​Based on a case by case basis, we can provide tailored support based on your needs. Book an appointment with us to let us know about your specific situation and how we can assist.

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