Catalogue of Higher Education Institutions in the Czech Republic
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Catalogue of higher education institutions in the Czech Republic www.studyin.cz VÍTEJTE! Welcome to About VÍTEJTE! WELCOME! the Czech Republic this brochure WELCOME! Liberec Ústí nad Labem Hradec Králové Praha Pardubice Olomouc Plzeň Ostrava Jihlava České Budějovice Zlín Brno FACTS AND FIGURES WELCOME TO THE CATALOGUE OF HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS IN THE CZECH REPUBLIC Language Czech The Czech Republic entered the European Union with a tradition of quality education. Area 78 866 sq km Czech higher education institutions are recognized and sought after for a variety of reasons: Borders with Germany, Poland, Slovakia, Austria their long-standing reputations, unique conception and interesting specializations. Important criteria also include concern of concrete institutions for both Czech and foreign students. Czech Population 10, 4 million higher education institutions offer a diverse range of study programmes in foreign languages and Political system parliamentary republic are increasingly involved in co-operation actions between higher education institutions across EU member state since 2004 the world. Currency Czech crown / CZK This brochure presents essential information about the Czech higher education system and Capital Praha (Prague) institutions. We hope this catalogue will provide a useful guidance for foreign students who Climate seasonal variations (warm summers, would like to come for short study visits or to complete their degree in the Czech Republic. chilly autumns and cold winters) It may also help to professionals who are looking for partner higher education institutions in the Czech Republic. Average temperatures January -4 °C; July 24 °C Higher education institutions 73 For more detailed information about studying in the Czech Republic please Students at higher education institutions 390 000 visit our website www.studyin.cz or contact the institution of your choice directly. Foreign students at higher education institutions 35 000 Tuition fees for programmes delivered in foreign languages 2 000 – 15 000 USD/year CONTENT Living costs of students 350 – 750 USD/month Higher education system in the Czech Republic 2 – 5 (incl. meals, accommodation, public transport, culture) Higher education institutions in alphabetical order 6 – 7 Official website www.czech.cz Higher education institutions by field of education 8 – 9 Profiles of higher education institutions 10 – 70 Useful links 72 1 CZECH Higher Higher CZECH HIGHER education system education system HIGHER EDUCATION in the Czech Republic in the Czech Republic EDUCATION HIGHER EDUCATION SYSTEM IN THE CZECH REPUBLIC Master’s degree programme following after a Bachelor’s degree programme (1 to 3 years) and full Master’s degree programme (4 to 6 years) are focused on theoretical knowledge, its Czech higher education has a long tradition of over six hundred years. In 1348 the Charles application and on the development of creative skills; in artistic disciplines the focus is on the University in Prague was established, which is the oldest academic institution in Central Europe. At development of creativity and talents. present, there are many other highly prestigious public and private colleges and universities that prepare specialists in various fields. Czech Republic is taking part in the Bologna Process, most Doctoral degree programmes (normally 3 years) are designed for Master’s degree holders institutions have introduced credit systems compatible with the ECTS (European Credit Transfer and focused on scientific research and independent creative activities in research System, i.e. each course is assessed using a number of credits which reflects its demands) and and development and in artistic disciplines. have adopted new degree structures to ensure the international comparability of degrees. The central governing body is the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports. The quality of higher Because of a growing interest, some institutions provide also study programmes leading to the education is fostered by the Accreditation Commission. degree of Master of Business Administration (MBA). This study is oriented on solving real-life case studies and should enhance managerial knowledge and skills of students. Students can study either in attendance form, distance form, or combine both forms of study. HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS Most public and state institutions provide all types of degree programmes, private institutions predominantly offer Bachelor’s degree programmes. The majority of students is interested in Higher education institutions are divided into public, state and private institutions. Public institutions economic and humanities subjects, technical areas of study rank in third place. The range of are set up and closed down according to the law. State institutions are not legal entities but a part programmes delivered in foreign languages (mainly in English) is gradually expanding in order of their respective ministry. Since 2000 there are also private colleges. In order to be established, to cater for international students. they must receive the accreditation from the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS DEGREE STRUCTURE Higher education is available to all applicants with a completed secondary education (i.e. leaving Higher education institutions provide education at three levels: exam) who successfully pass the entrance exam. The system of entrance exams is specified individually by each institution. In the case of Master’s degree programmes following upon Bachelor’s degree programme (3 to 4 years) is the first cycle of higher education. It is Bachelor’s degree programmes, only applicants who have completed the respective Bachelor’s focused on preparing students for future employment or for continuation in Master’s degree degree courses or hold equivalent qualifications are considered. The prerequisite for admission to programmes. Its completion is viewed as a full higher education degree. a Doctoral degree programme is the completion of an appropriate Master’s degree programme or an equivalent qualification. 2 3 CZECH Higher Higher CZECH HIGHER education system education system HIGHER EDUCATION in the Czech Republic in the Czech Republic EDUCATION HOW AND WHEN TO APPLY LANGUAGE COURSES Students who want to study a full degree should apply directly to the higher education institution Some Czech higher education institutions organise language courses for foreign students. of their choice. The deadline for submitting applications is normally the end of February or March. The courses are usually paid, but there may be exceptions (e.g. language course as part of Entrance examinations are usually held between June and September. Examinations at higher a scholarship). The Institute for Language and Preparatory Studies (www.ujop.cz) offers teaching education institutions for the arts take place earlier. Application forms, instructions and course of Czech language to foreigners and preparing them for university studies. information can be found on the websites of higher education institutions. Studies are divided into semesters (winter and summer), years or blocks. The academic year lasts 12 months and its beginning is determined by the rector. FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS Students who are enrolled at a higher education institution in their home country and wish to Foreign students can receive a scholarship under bilateral international agreements on study in the Czech Republic as exchange students, should contact their home institution to find cooperation in the field of education (offered by the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport out about studying via an exchange agreement. of the Czech Republic) or within the framework of the Foreign Development Aid (offered by the Government of the Czech Republic). Information about these scholarships is available at Czech embassies and consulates. Some higher education institutions offer student mobilities TUITION FEES under bilateral university agreements or grant scholarships for excellent study results or in cases of hard circumstances of a student. European students can take the advantage of a number Higher education at public and state institutions is free of charge for citizens of all nationalities, of exchange programmes (e.g. Erasmus, EEA/Norway Financial Mechanisms, Aktion, Ceepus). with the following exceptions: The EU Erasmus Mundus Programme offers scholarships for highly qualified students to follow • fees for administration of admission proceedings; a selected Erasmus Mundus master or doctoral study programme. • fees for extending the duration of study beyond a set limit; • fees for the study of an additional programme; • fees for study in a foreign language. CHECK OUT www.studyin.cz FOR MORE INFORMATION Please note that in the near future, students of Czech public universities will most likely have to pay fees. The current government (elected in 2010) presumes that the tuition fee could be 800 EUR for one academic year. Private institutions of higher education can fix their own fees. The tuition fees differ from 2 000 – 15 000 USD per year and the amount depends on the relevant institution and study programme. 4 5 ALPHABETIC Higher education Higher education ALPHABETIC INDEX institutions institutions INDEX in alphabetical order in alphabetical order Higher education institution Website Profile on page Higher education institution Website Profile on page Public higher education institutions Private higher education institutions Academy of Arts, Architecture and