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🔝 Top 5 Czech universities in 2024📚

Czech universities continue to rank high in global rankings, making the country attractive to students from all over the world. Let’s take a look at which universities have emerged as leaders and why they deserve your attention.

📜Charles University

World Ranking: 248 (QS World University Rankings)
Features: The oldest university in Central Europe, founded in 1348. Known for its programs in medicine, humanities and social sciences.

🔖 Masaryk University

World ranking: 601-650 (QS World University Rankings).
Features: Second largest university in the Czech Republic, located in Brno. Known for its research in natural sciences and medicine.

⚙️Czech Technical University

World Rankings: 551-560 (QS World University Rankings)
Features: One of the oldest technical universities in Europe, founded in 1707. A leader in engineering and information technology.

🧲 Brno University of Technology

World ranking: 701-750 (QS World University Rankings).
Features: Known for its programs in engineering, computer science and architecture.

📒Palacký University Olomouc

World Rankings: 801-1000 (QS World University Rankings)
Features: One of the oldest universities in Europe, founded in 1573. Strong programs in the humanities and sciences.

🌟 Best cities for students:
Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic, is recognized as one of the best student cities in the world, ranked 39th in 2024.
The city offers many cultural activities and excellent infrastructure (EduRank) (Czech Uni).

Czech universities offer high quality education recognized worldwide. If you are planning to study in Europe, the Czech Republic is a great place to gain both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. In addition, education in the Czech Republic is free of charge if you study in Czech language 🇨🇿 Tuitions in English are extremely affordable, so no need to worry.

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Your perfect weekend: traveling through the Czech Republic! 🗺️ Save this post for later!

🌲Český ráj (Czech Paradise):
🕒 Travel time: About 1.5 hours from Prague.
❔What to do: Enjoy nature and fresh air! Easy trails, amazing cliffs, and ancient castles await you in this national park. Go hiking to enjoy the beauty of Czech nature. We love going here with our students to camp ⛺️ Sedmihorky every year.

💸 Entrance: Free of charge.

🏰 Zámek Blatná (Blatná Castle):
🕒 Travel time: Approximately 2 hours from Prague.
❔What to do: Experience history with a visit to Blatná Castle. Here you can stroll through the parks, tour the castle rooms and even have a picnic on the castle grounds. Also, the thing that people come here for: you can feed carrots to the reindeer 🦌 (read the information on the website first, there are times when the reindeer cannot be fed for safety reasons)

💸 Entrance fee: About 150-200 CZK (6-8 euros).

⛰️Adršpaššské skály (Adršpach):
🕒 Travel time: Approximately 2.5 hours from Prague.
❔What to do: Walk between the amazing cliffs and then take a boat trip.

💸 Fee: Around 150-200 Czech crowns (6-8 euros).
🚗 Tip: Use a car or take the train to enjoy the scenery along the way!

🌟 Don’t forget to take photos and share your impressions with us! 🇨🇿

Admission to universities in the Czech Republic in English🥰

Up-to-date educational programs in the Czech Republic in English, easy admission, favourable tuition fees and great career prospects. Preparation program from GoStudy — your comfortable path to education in Europe!

Why the Czech Republic?

✔️ Prestigious education

The high quality of education complies with European standards and is recognised worldwide. Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic, is the centre of many of the oldest world-ranked universities, as well as the most prestigious technical and economic universities in Europe.

✔️ International Diploma

Charles University in Prague, Masaryk University, Czech Technical University in Prague, The University of Economics and Brno University of Technology are on the QS World University Rankings list of the best higher education institutions in the world.

✔️ Work in an international company

90% of Czech university graduates are employed at the time of graduation. Many of them work for international corporations such as Porsche, Johnson & Johnson, MSC, CISCO, Škoda, Wissner-Bosserhoff GmbH, Google, Microsoft, Siemens, Renault and McKinsey.

✔️ Opportunity to study as an exchange student anywhere in the world

You can get a grant and study for a whole semester or a whole year for free at any university in the world with Erasmus (Europe), AKTION (Austria), DAAD (Germany) programs.

✔️ Developed infrastructure

Czech cities have a convenient public transport network. This allows students to get around the city without a private car (unlike in some other countries). Students are granted discounts and privileges for travelling in and out of the city with a document confirming their studies.

✔️ Travelling all over Europe

The Czech Republic is located in the very centre of Europe, so you can plan a low-cost itinerary and visit even several countries in 7-10 days. Travelling between cities will take only a few hours and the cost of travelling will be really affordable.

✔️ A beautiful country with "revived" history

International students will be pleasantly surprised by the contrast between their home country and the unique architecture of the Czech Republic. The cobbled streets, bridges, majestic castles and green forests surrounding the country are sure to impress. Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic, has more than 10 architectural styles from Gothic to Cubism. Often lectures take place on different university campuses, travelling between them will give you the opportunity to fully enjoy the beauty of Prague.

Affordable education

Savings in price, but not in quality! Czech universities are among the top-rated world universities in terms of quality of education and prestige of the diploma, and at the same time for a foreign student the benefit can be more than 48000 USD per year.

Career

Almost all leading multinational corporations are located in the Czech Republic and they literally hunt for university graduates. Almost every week, job fairs of top companies are held at universities.

GoStudy graduates have careers all over the world: Porsche, Johnson & Johnson, MSC, CISCO, Škoda, Wissner-Bosserhoff GmbH, Google, Microsoft, Siemens, Renault and McKinsey.

Studying in the Czech Republic is easy with GoStudy!

With the Czech University Preparation Program in English, a foreign student will get qualified support and supervision at every stage to achieve the main goal - to get to university!

We guarantee:

- Expert support: our specialists are professionals with extensive experience.

- Individual approach: the client will be selected a direction and university in accordance with his wishes.

- Comprehensive service: consultations on education, visa, accommodation, medical insurance.

- Support at every stage: from choosing a university to the first lecture at the university.

Find out more: https://www.gostudy.eu/en/media/knowledge/education/admission-to-the-czech-republic-in-english

Masters programme in Austria 🤩

Master's studies in Austria offer a wide range of opportunities for people wishing to enhance their education and career prospects. Known for its excellent quality of education, cultural heritage and modern infrastructure, Austria has always been a popular destination for international students.

Where to study for a master's degree? 📚

Austrian universities offer a variety of master's programmes in fields such as engineering, business, law, economics, social sciences, arts and sciences. These programmes are taught in English or German, providing an excellent opportunity for students who do not speak German to pursue higher education in their field of interest.

Some Austrian universities where students can pursue a master's degree are:
- University of Vienna
- Graz University of Technology
- University of Innsbruck
- Vienna University of Economics and Business
- Medical University of Vienna
- Johannes Kepler University of Linz Johannes Kepler University of Linz
- University of Salzburg
- Vienna University of Technology
- University of Klagenfurt

As a side note: There are many other universities in Austria offering Master's programmes, just to name a few. The choice of a particular university depends on personal preferences, the student's academic interests and financial possibilities.

How do I apply for a Master's degree in Austria? 📚

The application process for Master's programmes in Austria usually starts in late autumn or early winter, with application deadlines depending on the institution and academic programme. As a rule, applicants must submit a completed application form, a copy of their university diploma, an applicant's certificate (Studienplatznachweis), a photograph and a CV. Some programmes may require a language certificate such as TOEFL, IELTS or DS.

🗣Important: You can only continue your studies in a Master's programme in the same or a related field of study in which you already hold a Bachelor's or Specialist's degree. The admission committee compares the disciplines and study hours in the programmes of the domestic university and the Austrian university. In some cases, a student may be prescribed additional courses to attend after admission.

Entrance examinations for a Master's programme are usually not required. Exceptions are creative faculties or specialities with limited enrolment (medicine, law).

Want to know more? Visit our website: https://www.gostudy.eu/en/media/knowledge/education/master-s-programme-in-austria

Where can I study IT in the Czech Republic?

"Information Technology" is a specialization that guarantees that you are going to be in demand professionally even while still studying.

This article will give you detailed information on the top most popular Czech departments in the field of IT. We are going to look into the main differences between those departments, programmes and specializations they offer, and of course how to get admitted there.

"It is important to note right away that being able to code at the stage of admission is not necessary. Admission is based on a math test that requires the level of knowledge of a school graduate.

Admissions statistics for IT is 80 %. In the Czech Republic a large number of students are being admitted for the technical specializations so there is no competition per se – everyone who has successfully passed the math test is admitted. Students agree that it doesn't take much to get admitted to the IT programme, but the education process itself is pretty challenging."

According to the world rankings, the Czech Technical University in Prague České vysoké učení technické v Praze is considered to be the best technical university in the country. Education in the field of IT is provided primarily by the two CTU faculties – the Faculty of Electrical Engineering (Czech abbreviation – FEL) and the Faculty of Information Technology (FIT). FEL is a faculty with a solid history and reputation founded in 1950, whilst FIT is quite newly formed. Which of the two should the applicants choose: the reliable and trusted FEL or the up and coming FIT?

Option 1: FEL – the CTU Faculty of Electrical Engineering

According to the rating of the authoritative Czech edition of Hospodárske noviny, the CTU Faculty of Electrical Engineering is the best faculty in the Czech Republic in the field of IT.

FEL is distinguished by the fact that there are only 7 students per professor here. The faculty offers its students an individual and partnership-based approach on the part of the professors rather than ''streaming'' education.

It is also important that FEL works closely with dozens of companies. Research laboratories funded by CRRC, Electrolux, Red Hat are operating right at the faculty. A lot of the students complete their theses in collaboration with the companies. Recently, the Artificial Intelligence Center research center was launched at the faculty.

On the salaries of the FEL graduates The average salary of the FEL graduates is 66,403 Czech korunas.

If you made a decision to study IT at FEL, then the next step would be choosing a study programme.There is an Open Informatics programme as well as a Software Engineering and Technology programme, and each of them is further divided into specializations.

In the Czech Republic, education in the field of IT is set up according to the following principle – applicants are admitted to a broad study program, get acquainted with the basics of IT and only then, in the course of their learning process, choose a specialization (after the 1st year).

Specializations offered by the Open Informatics programme at FEL

The Open Informatics programme adheres to the traditions of the faculty thus mathematics makes up a significant part of the compulsory subjects here. There is more mathematics in the study programme here than in a standard IT programme.

The programme offers 4 specializations. The competencies of a graduate of each of them are briefly described below.

Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science The graduate will be able to mathematically formulate information problems, design and implement algorithms to solve them – primarily in the field of artificial intelligence and machine learning. The graduate will also be equipped with the knowledge of the architecture of information systems (computers, networks, databases).
Software The graduate will be able not only to design software systems, but also to work on their maintenance and application at enterprises. The graduate will also be equipped with knowledge in the field of software engineering, software modeling and design as well as advanced knowledge of programming languages and user interfaces.
Internet of Things The graduate will receive deeper knowledge in the field of electronics, microprocessor technology and computer networks. They will be able to design and implement a built-in devices, algorithms for real-time interaction with the environment and exchange data via communication networks.
Computer Games and Graphics The graduate will be able to develop computer games by themselves or as a part of a development team. They will be equipped with knowledge in the field of graphics programming, artificial intelligence, creating 2D and 3D graphic content and implementation of user interfaces."

Specializations offered by the Software Engineering and Technology programme at FEL

"Software Engineering and Technology programme provides education in the fields where FEL is achieving internationally recognized results: artificial intelligence, computer vision and graphics, HCI and mobile systems.

The programme also offers 4 specializations. Choosing specialization is optional for the students though, it`s more of an additional opportunity for them to get a supplement to the diploma of mastering a narrow specialization."

Multimedia Technology Within the framework of this specialization, technology meets creativity. Here students get acquainted with recording and processing of multimedia data in the form of sound, video and 3D graphics. In addition to video and image processing techniques, students explore the principles of acoustics, 3D modeling, animation and computer graphics.
Programmer/Web Applications Architect Students learn the principles of designing modern web applications, gain an understanding of related technologies and become acquainted with the process of their development and implementation.
Network Specialist Students master network management skills, practice distributed software systems development and programming of cloud applications. Students learn to program applications for operation in communication infrastructure of limited bandwidth and reliability. The subjects are taught by the experts of certified courses provided by Cisco, Juniper or Huawei.
Information Systems and Entrepreneurship Students navigate modern technologies, information systems, business processes and learn how to manage organizations and projects. Students also grasp the basics of analyzing and designing their own information systems and get acquainted with financial planning and management of IT product development."

How to get admitted to FEL The entrance exam is a math test. The test consists of 15 multiple choice tasks and you can get a maximum of 20 points for it. In order to get admitted, you need to score at least 14 points. Foreign applicants must also pass the Czech language exam at B2 level at the FEL Department of Languages. The faculty exempts its applicants from the written part of the examination if a certificate of the Czech language state examinations is provided, but the oral part of the examination can only be taken at the faculty.

Option 2: FIT - Faculty of Informatics

"The Faculty of Information Technology of the Czech Technical University in Prague does not have that a high of a rating yet because it is a new faculty that was established in 2009.

Bachelor's programme at the faculty provides a solid base in all areas of computer science. The faculty calls its curriculum ""pure computer science and nothing but computer science"" and promises to teach its students to code and think like hackers in the span of three years."

Bachelor's programme at FIT is designed so that the students are able to get an idea of individual areas of IT and only then decide on which one of them they are going to specialize in. Students begin studying under the general Information Technology programme, get acquainted with the theoretical foundations and elementary principles of IT in the first year, and only then choose their specialization.

offers 8 specializations

Computer Security and Information technology Students learn to design information systems in such a way as to prevent possible hacker threats.
Information systems and Management Managers and programmers often speak different languages. Students of this specialization study both of those languages. Hence after graduation they become coordinators who understand the needs of both management and IT. Students learn how to manage projects and coordinate a team of programmers.
Computer Engineering This specialization includes programming everything that can be programmed – from computers, robots or airplanes to locking garages. Students learn to understand both software and hardware. First and foremost, students specialize in intelligent embedded systems.
Theoretical Computer Science The knowledge students receive within the framework of theoretical computer science will never become obsolete. They will be useful for extracting and processing large amounts of data or when trying to crack unsolved algorithmic problems.
Web and Software Engineering – Computer Graphics specialization Students learn how to create graphics for games and applications or video effects. Students learn 2D and 3D programming and get acquainted with graphics software. Students work in laboratories with high-quality multimedia equipment.
Web and Software Engineering – Software Engineering specialization Students explore programming languages and learn to design their own programs. Web and Software Engineering – Web Engineering specialization This specialization trains architects of the online world. Students learn to create web systems and applications that are on trend and make our lives easier.
Knowledge Engineering Students learn Data Mining methods – interpretation of knowledge necessary for decision-making in various spheres of human activity, and visualization of results."

Want to explore more universities an options? Check full version of this article on our website: https://www.gostudy.eu/en/media/knowledge/education/it-in-the-czech-republic

Lets talk about Vienna University of Economics and Business 💰

Vienna University of Economics and Business is the place to go if you want to be educated in finance, management, business and economics.

🎓 The university is among the top 1% of the world's top business schools with triple accreditation: EQUIS, AMBA and AACSB. WU Wien is a member of CEMS (Global Alliance in Management Education) and is ranked among the top thirty European business schools by the Financial Times.

The university is repeatedly recognized in international educational rankings, including Shanghai Academic Ranking of World Universities and QS World University Ranking. 📊

Vienna University of Economics was founded in 1898. More than 21 thousand students study here, and about 31% of them are foreigners. According to statistics, WU Wien graduates find a good job within one or two months after graduation.

At the Vienna University of Economics there are two faculties:
- Faculty of Business, Economics and Sociology
- Faculty of Business Law

Bachelor's degree programs:

📒 Business, Economics and Social Sciences (BESC). Basic training in business and social sciences. A wide range of electives and specialization subjects gives you the opportunity to tailor the program to your needs and make it practically individual. The BESC program covers business administration, international business administration and information systems, as well as economics and socioeconomics.

📒 Business and Economics (BBE). A cutting-edge undergraduate program that takes a broad, global approach to business and economics. It focuses on the study of contemporary economic issues and helps students develop important interdisciplinary skills. It is taught in English.

📒 Business Law (JUS+). Prepares students for careers at the intersection of two fields, law and business. In addition to learning about the law, students get an excellent grounding in business administration.

All three programs are of high quality and practical relevance and have been highly rated internationally.

🇬🇧 Graduate Programs in English:
- Business Communication
- Digital Economy
- Economics
- International Management
- Marketing
- Quantitative Finance
- Social and Environmental Economics and Policy
- Strategy, Innovation and Management Control
- Supply Chain Management

🇩🇪 Graduate programs in German:
- Export and Internationalization Management
- Finance and Accounting
- Management
- Social Economics
- Taxation and Accounting
- Business Law
- Business education

At the Vienna University of Economics and Business you can also pursue postgraduate and doctoral studies in one of the following programs:
- Social and Economic Sciences
- Business Law
- Finance
- International Taxation
- Economics and Social Sciences

How to enroll in this university and how much would you pay for tuition fee, find out on our website:

https://www.gostudy.eu/en

15 facts about the Czech Republic and the Czechs you should know 🌍

Integration into a new culture implies two things: mastering the language and understanding the culture itself. Like other nations, the Czechs have their own peculiarities you should be aware about and respect if you really want to blend in and become a part of your new local community. Here are the insights from Alexandra Baranova, the GoStudy blog writer.

Czechs are down-to earth and thrifty, sometimes even a little stingy. And it has nothing to do with a person’s income level! Even an employee of a big company, earning a salary well above average, would rather go to a discount superstore for their grocery shopping, than spend money in a fancy organic produce shop. ‘What’s the point? After all, pasta is pasta anywhere. Why should I pay more?’ would be the most likely respond you will receive.

Remarkably, none of this seems to apply to household appliances or sports gear! Šumava is a region in Czechia noted for beautiful landscapes and undisturbed forests. This is where many Czechs have their country houses they go to for weekends and holidays. The Šumava region provides vast opportunities for hiking and cycling.

‘Oh, no, I’m rubbish at ice-skating,’ a Czech friend told me once. When we happened to be on an ice rink together, I saw him skating around gracefully, as if it was the most natural thing in the world! This case is a vivid example of the Czech’s attitude to sports. Children learn to ski, cycle, climb and hike from a very young age. A 7 or 10-day class trip to a mountain ski area is what they do in the Czech schools.

Beer. No matter which way you look at it, beer is a hallmark of the Czech culture and a source of national pride. Just you try and say that German beer is better, this you will get you into a heated discussion for the rest of the evening). Beer in the Czech Republic is cheaper than water (the local ministry of health sometimes shows concern about this). However, it is true that Czech beer-producers, make really delicious blends. Virtually each small town in the country has its own brewery and a special beer recipe.

While still in high school, Czech youngsters start taking on jobs. A casual job is called brigáda in Czech. It is usually low paid, but allows to try different work places to understand how they work and gives a taste of earning your own money. This is how school kids can earn pocket money for themselves, while students can make enough to cover their dorm accommodation expenses.

Czechs highly respect, honour and look up to Václav Havel, the first president of the Czech Republic and the last leader of Czechoslovakia. His name is the symbol of freedom, new beginning and a better future; he was the politician who opened doors to democracy for the whole nation without firing a single shot, as is typical during a political system changeover. He was not afraid of criticism and spoke up on critical issues.

Gender equality prevails in the Czech Republic. Women pursue their careers and work alongside men, while some men choose to have a parental leave in order to support their working partner. All household expenses for most couples / families are usually paid 50/50.

Czechs like a good laugh and often make jokes about themselves. Some jokes can sometimes be outright rude so be prepared. However, you most definitely will not be bored.

Love for their own country. Choosing between a Czech made and an imported product, Czechs will almost always pick their own. Czechs like supporting local manufacturers. So it may be a good idea for you to adopt this principle.

Want to know more fun facts? Visit our blog: https://www.gostudy.eu/en/media/null/blog/15-facts-about-the-czech-republic

📚 Get ready for school with a complete set of tools to organize and structure your studies! 🌟 Here are a few apps to help you efficiently manage assignments, notes and manage your time wisely:

📲Notion is your ultimate assistant. Create notes, tasks, plans and even databases, all in one convenient app. Track your progress and successes, and collaborate with classmates. Notion also integrates artificial intelligence into the app

📲Trello - Visualize your tasks with interactive whiteboards and cards. Organize your studies by moving cards between columns so you always know what you need to do next. Here you can also do collaborative projects and monitor progress of the whole team

📲Quizlet - Turn studying into a fun process with flashcards.
Create your own sets of cards to memorize terms, definitions, and even images.

📲Google Keep - An easy way to take notes, create task lists, and save ideas. Organize your thoughts and knowledge in a convenient and structured way.

📲Forest - Help yourself focus and avoid social media distractions by growing a virtual tree while you study. The app keeps you from losing focus and getting stuck on your phone. The more you concentrate, the taller your forest grows 🌳

📲Microsoft OneNote - Create digital notebooks with text, images, drawings and notes. All your study materials will be in one place.

📲Focus Booster - Apply the pomodoro 🍅 technique to increase your productivity. Break up study time into periods of deep focus and short breaks.

📲My Study Life - Plan your study week, keep track of your study schedule and assignments. This is your trusted assistant for organizing your study life.

We are all for making studying fun 🥰 So, romanticize the routine and enjoy the process. Let us know in the comments if we forgot any app that helps you study! 🚀

What are the levels of the language and how long does it take to learn? 🧐
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📚 A1 (50-100 hours) - a vocabulary of 1500 words is enough to "survive" in a foreign language environment. You can order food, buy a ticket, ask for directions, tell a little about yourself. You understand what is written on signs, you can solve simple everyday problems and maintain a simple dialogue.
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📚 A2 (100-200 hours) - basic level. A vocabulary of up to 2,500 words which enables you to talk about everyday topics and talk about yourself in more detail. You will be able to read and understand straightforward texts. At this stage, you will be able to follow films with subtitles: you will not understand all of it but you will get the main idea.
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📚B1 (240-480 hours) - a vocabulary of 3200 words. Speech becomes vivid, you can express yourself not only in the present but also easily use the past and future tense. You can understand the spoken word well enough to watch movies. You can not only answer questions during a conversation, but also give arguments. You have sufficient written skills to write a letter or essay or an official document. ⠀
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📚B2 (480-1000 hours) - you have a vocabulary of 3700 words. You have an excellent understanding of spoken language and react to the other person's remarks without delay. You can communicate fluently at work or when studying. You can also hold a conversation on a topic you are not familiar with and formulate your opinion on an issue. Czech or Slovak at B2 level means that you are able to study for free at a university. ℹ️ ⠀
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📚C1 (1000+ hours)- if you do not have an accent you can be mistaken for a native speaker. You already think in the language and easily switch to it in any situation. You only occasionally look in a dictionary to clarify a dialect word or the meaning of a phrase. Watch out if you are offered to learn a C1 language in a short period of time.
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📚C2 (2-5 years) - in the list of language proficiency levels, C2 is equated to a native speaker level. It is assumed that by this point you are fully integrated into society. 👌🏻

We would like to remind you can learn Czech and Slovak with us and enjoy the process! 🤍