The evaluation by HAC of applications for the title of university professor serves to ensure high quality academic staff in leadership positions overseeing research and research-based teaching as well as doctoral education and training at universities.
The evaluation is conducted by experts via the HAC’s databased TIR based on set criteria [ezt linkelni a bírálati útmutatóhoz] on the applicant’s academic teaching, research and publishing background on the national and international level. The expert evaluations are discussed in field-specific expert committees and subsequently in the Expert Committee for University Professor Applications, which ensures the consistent interpretation of the criteria. The decision is passed by the HAC Board.