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WANT TO BE TELLECTUAL GENIOUS ININSPIRED INTERNATIONAL VENTIVE IN VINCIBLE IN INDEPENDENT INNOVATIVEIN LOVE? www.utb.cz BE IN STUDY IN ZLIN www.utb.cz 2 3 Preface 5 Welcome to Tomas Bata University in Welcome Note from Rector 6 Zlín! In this brochure, we would like Czech Republic and Zlín 8 to provide you with brief information About Tomas Bata University in Zlín 10 about TBU, the degree and exchange Study at Tomas Bata University in Zlín 12 programmes available to international Faculty of Technology 14 students at our university and other useful information about life in Zlín. Faculty of Management and Economics 16 Faculty of Multimedia Communications 18 The multicultural, dynamic and Faculty of Applied Informatics 20 youthful environment at TBU provides Faculty of Humanities 22 a solid fundation for an excellent Faculty of Logistics and Crisis Management 23 study experience. TBU is commited to International Programmes 24 excellence in undergraduate, graduate Research at Tomas Bata University in Zlín 27 and postgraduate education, research Teaching and Learning Facilities 30 and transfer of knowledge. Extracurricular Activities 32 Practical Information 34 International Office 36 4 5 Welcome Note from Rector Poland Germany It is my pleasure to invite you to our university, named While studying at our university, you will be offered education in honour of Tomas Bata, a world-renowned Czech in modern buildings, lecture halls and laboratories equipped entrepreneur. with the latest technology. Our educational facilities reflect Prague Ukraine the latest trends in European architecture in the field of Zlín Tomas Bata University in Zlín offers a wide range of courses higher education. The University Centre, which houses the Slovakia that reflect the latest world trends in higher education. Library and the Rectorate, was designed by Eva Jiřičná, one France Austria Our aim, in line with the Bata philosophy, is to educate of the world’s best-known architects. Switz. graduates possessing all essential skills required to develop Hungary a successful career in an international environment. Every Come to study to Zlín, to a town with a unique atmosphere. year, several hundred students from Europe, the Americas, Zlín has been developed as “a town in gardens”, and Romania Croatia Asia and Africa study in Zlín; our students, on the contrary, educational, sports and entertainment facilities are all within Italy walking distance. Almost 10,000 of your future colleagues have an opportunity to spend part of their studies at some Bosnia of our partner universities located all over the world. – students studying at TBU – help to create a friendly & Her. Serbia atmosphere of a student town in Zlín. An important role of the university consists in the advancement of research and development. TBU has Tomas Bata University in Zlín is the best choice for achieved internationally renowned research results, unforgettable studies abroad, so take your chance and particularly in polymer engineering, in automation and come to Zlín to get the most valuable experience in your life. control of technological processes, and in chemistry. Many of our research staff are international experts. We look forward to welcoming you at TBU in the near future. Prof. Ing. Petr Sáha, CSc., Rector 6 7 The Town of Zlín The town of Zlín is the administrative centre of the Zlín Region, with Zlín also offers a wide range of sports and a population of approximately 76,000. The town is located in a mild climatic recreation. Sports facilities include indoor and area of South-eastern Moravia, approximately 300 km east of Prague outdoor swimming pools, two ice skating rinks, and 100 km east of Brno). Zlín is a crossroads of the boundaries of the an artificial ski slope, football pitches, numerous ethnographic regions of Wallachia, Hana and Moravian Slovakia. The town tennis and squash courts and bowling halls. is known as the birthplace of the founder of the powerful Bata Shoe Empire, There are also numerous opportunities for Tomas Bata (1876-1932), and a place where his company flourished in the students interested in hiking, cycling, horse first half of the 20th century. riding or fishing. The region has hundreds of kilometres of marked hiking trails designed to Most first-time visitors to Zlín are impressed by the town‘s beauty, ample suit all age groups. The international Moravian greenery and the generally friendly environment. Zlín spreads along the valley Cycling Route passes through the region. of the Dřevnice river, and a walk through the town is a pleasant experience Visitors can also go boating on the Bata Canal. leaving positive memories in the visitor‘s mind. One of the town‘s advantages Zlín also holds several prestigious sports is its layout: all important places, buildings and institutions are located events, e.g. the Barum Rally - European Rally within easy walking distance. Large green areas in the town’s centre and Championship, which is organized in the town in its close vicinity offer numerous possibilities to relax, do sports or spend and its surroundings in late August. a great day avoiding noise and air pollution. People interested in culture will appreciate numerous art exhibitions, theatrical performances, concerts of One of the most important events co-organized Czech Republic and Zlín the local philharmonic orchestra as well as various events organized also by TBU is the International Film Festival for by university students. Lovers of architecture are fascinated by the town’s Children and Youth, annually held in Zlín since unique functionalist architecture. Even though the town is relatively small in 1961. It is an important event, attracting leading size, there are lots of possibilities for everyday activities. In addition, the large film actors and actresses, producers and media Czech Republic number of students makes Zlín a university town full of young people. from the Czech Republic and from abroad. The Czech Republic (“Česká republika” in Czech) is a landlocked With a population of 10.5 million and a total area of country in Central Europe. It is often said that the Czech Republic 78,866 sq km, the Czech Republic is a relatively small is located in the ‘heart of Europe’. The country’s location makes it country. However, the history of the country spans easily accessible from major European cities. It shares borders with over a thousand years. The Czech Republic is well- Germany in the West, Poland in the North, Slovakia in the East and known for its historical sights, some of which have been Austria in the South. Historically, the Czech Republic consists of three inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. Historical lands - Bohemia, Moravia and Silesia. Its capital, Prague, is located monuments are certainly not the only reason for visiting in the central part of Bohemia. The Czech Republic is a democratic the Czech Republic. Our country offers wonderful country with a parliamentary political system and a member of the sceneries and amazing natural beauties. The landscape European Union, the Schengen Area, the United Nations, NATO, and is very varied, ranging from fertile lowlands with many many other important international organizations and institutions. cycling routes and deep forests to mountains ideal for Administratively, the Czech Republic is divided into 14 regions. hiking and skiing. The Czech Republic offers numerous The largest cities are Prague, Brno, Ostrava, Plzeň and Olomouc. destinations for trips in search of the Czech heritage, all Czech people are very friendly and most of them speak English, providing opportunities to relax as well as pursue sports especially members of the younger generations. activities, both in summer and in winter. 8 9 www.utb.cz The University lays great emphasis on Important Facts the development of internationalization. Every year, hundreds of international • 6 faculties students study at TBU in degree • Bilingual university (English and Czech are of equal importance) programmes accredited in Czech or • Holder of the ECTS Label, a prestigious European certificate English or in exchange programmes. Our • TBU is ranked among the top 5 % of universities worldwide student body is multicultural and comes (QS, THE rankings) and top 10 Czech universities from more than 70 countries worldwide, • 10,000 students and represents a valuable environment • More than 1,000 international students represent for intercultural interaction, knowledge more than one tenth of student population at TBU sharing and an enriching experience for all. • 330 outgoing / 460 incoming exchange students every year In addition, Buddy System Zlín, a student • 111 accredited degree programmes (approx. 1/4 of them taught in English) organization, takes care of international • 190 accredited degree courses (wide range of subjects on offer) students, helping them with everyday • 3-level study (Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD) activities and making their days at TBU • Accredited programmes (full-time/part-time) easier and more pleasant. conforming to the Bologna Declaration • Diploma Supplement Label - Graduates receive TBU is engaged in numerous R&D the Diploma Supplement recognized all over Europe activities carried out in cooperation with • Scientific awards universities and R&D institutions from all • 900 members of the University staff (50:50 male/female ratio) over the world (Russian Federation, P. R. of • Member of the EUA (European University Association) China, India, Japan etc.). At TBU, students • Almost 400 bilateral agreements signed within the Erasmus+programme have the opportunity to meet and interact • More than 150 partnership contracts worldwide with some of the world’s finest academic • 3,000 computers connected to the university network minds. Moreover, faculties employ leaders • Modern library with more than 126,000 books and periodicals, in their fields who have continued to make nearly 6,100 other documents and 60 international databases About Tomas Bata University in Zlín a difference in the world through their • 12 smaller departmental libraries teaching and research activities.