Why study in the Czech Republic?

Higher education in the Czech Republic enjoys a worldwide reputation for its high quality. It was in Prague, in the year 1348, where the first university in Central Europe was founded - Charles University named after its founder, the king Charles IV. Training and research have been crucial for the development of the nation in its modern history. The Czech Republic, a country in the heart of Europe, is very much aware that an international cooperation in science and innovation is a prerogative for a long term success in the globalized world.

Studying in the Czech Republic, in a country at a cultural crossroads, is well suited to help develop an open mind and strengthen ability of every student to work together with other people of different backgrounds. Thus, it could also serve as a hub for further adaptation into the modern educational environment at both European and global level. The living standards in the Czech Republic are quite high while the costs of living remain reasonable.

Czech universities and high schools provide a broad variety of high quality programs and training courses in English language that cover many fields of knowledge and expertise. Every school publishes detailed information about the areas of study on its website (see some useful links below).

General information about the study opportunities in the Czech Republic with a list of Czech higher education institutions as well as scholarship opportunities can be found at the Study in the Czech Republic website.

More information can be found at the website of the Ministry of Education, including information on Czech government scholarships or scholarships based on bilateral agreements which are offered every year to students from selected countries.

Catalogue of higher education institutions in the Czech Republic

 

Find yourself a study programme or a course at www.education.cz.