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Find Your Programme
Czechia offers many ways to study for international students - from full degree programmes to short-term study stays, exchanges, summer schools and language preparation.
What Can You Study in Czechia?
There are several ways to study in Czechia. The right option depends on how long you want to stay, what level of study you are looking for and whether you want to earn a full degree.
Degree Programmes
Degree Programmes
Degree programmes lead to a Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctoral degree. You can study in Czech, English or, in some cases, another foreign language. Choose this option if you want to complete a full university degree in Czechia.
Short-term Study Stays, Exchanges or Summer Schools
Short-term Study Stays, Exchanges or Summer Schools
You can also come to Czechia for a shorter study stay. This may include an exchange semester, Erasmus+ stay, summer school, research stay or another non-degree programme. They can help you explore a subject, improve your language skills, meet students from other countries and experience Czech academic life before choosing a full degree. Choose this option if you want an international study experience without completing a full degree in Czechia.
Language and Foundation Programmes
Language and Foundation Programmes
If you want to study in Czech, a Czech language course or foundation programme can help you prepare. Many students use this route before applying to Czech-taught degree programmes.
What Can You Study in Czechia?
There are several ways to study in Czechia. The right option depends on how long you want to stay, what level of study you are looking for and whether you want to earn a full degree.
Degree Programmes
Degree programmes lead to a Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctoral degree. You can study in Czech, English or, in some cases, another foreign language. Choose this option if you want to complete a full university degree in Czechia.
Short-term Study Stays, Exchanges or Summer Schools
You can also come to Czechia for a shorter study stay. This may include an exchange semester, Erasmus+ stay, summer school, research stay or another non-degree programme. They can help you explore a subject, improve your language skills, meet students from other countries and experience Czech academic life before choosing a full degree. Choose this option if you want an international study experience without completing a full degree in Czechia.
Language and Foundation Programmes
If you want to study in Czech, a Czech language course or foundation programme can help you prepare. Many students use this route before applying to Czech-taught degree programmes.
Start with your goal
Before you search, think about what you want from your studies. You do not need to have a detailed career plan, but it helps to know your direction. Ask yourself:
- What subjects or activities do I enjoy?
- What am I good at?
- What do I expect from university study?
- Do I want a full degree or a short-term stay?
- Do I want to study in Czech or English?
- Do I prefer research, practical training, creative work or professional preparation?
- Do I want to work in Czechia after graduation?
- What kind of city and student life would suit me?
- What is my budget for tuition and living costs?
If you are still unsure, use the student guide tool. It can help you narrow down your options based on your interests, preferences and study plans.
Use the programme search tool
The programme search tool helps you explore available study options in one place. Start with a broad search and then narrow the results step by step. You can also save the programmes you like and compare them individually. You can compare programmes by:
- field of study
- degree level
- university or faculty
- city
- language of instruction
- form of study
- tuition fees
- admission requirements
- programme focus
- career prospects
Do not choose by title only. Open the programme detail and check what you will actually study.
Explore the Programme Search Tool
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Angličtina byla vždy mým oblíbeným jazykem a učit ji bylo po mnoho let mým snem. Když jsem zjistila, že Česko nabízí program Anglická filologie, který propojuje jazyk, literaturu a komunikaci, neváhala jsem ani chvíli a okamžitě jsem se přihlásila. Jakmile jsem začala studovat, věděla jsem, že jsem se rozhodla správně – kombinace studia anglického jazyka a literatury byla přesně to, co jsem hledala.
How to Choose a Programme?
Choosing a programme is easier when you compare the same information for each option.
Check the Programme Content
Check the Programme Content
Look beyond the programme name. Check the course list, specialisations, graduate profile and learning outcomes. A programme called “Management”, “Data Science” or “International Relations” can look very different from one university to another. Also check the expected study workload. Course descriptions, syllabus, reading lists, projects and practical requirements can help you understand how the programme works in real life.
Choose the Right Degree Level
Choose the Right Degree Level
Make sure the programme matches your previous education.
- Bachelor’s and long-cycle Master´s programmes require completed secondary education
- Follow-up Master’s programmes require a Bachelor’s degree
- Doctoral programmes require a Master’s degree
- Short-term programmes may have different requirements
Check the Language of Instruction
Check the Language of Instruction
Czech-taught degree programmes at public and state higher education institutions are tuition-free. English-taught and other foreign-language programmes usually have tuition fees. Also check language requirements. You may need to provide a certificate or pass a language test.
Compare Admission Requirements
Compare Admission Requirements
Admission requirements vary by university and programme. You may need an entrance exam, interview, portfolio, motivation letter, language certificate or recognition of previous education. Check:
- application deadline
- required documents
- entrance exam format
- language requirements
- application fee
- recognition requirements
- online or in-person interview options
- how many applicants are usually admitted, if the university publishes this information
Think About Study Style and Workload
Think About Study Style and Workload
Some programmes are research-based. Others are more practical, creative, technical or professionally oriented. Choose a programme that fits not only your interests, but also the way you like to learn. Before you apply, also check whether the programme includes:
- lectures and seminars
- laboratory work
- studio work
- fieldwork
- internships
- group projects
- thesis or research work
Look at Career and Further study Options
Look at Career and Further study Options
You do not need to know your exact future job. Still, it is useful to check where the programme can lead. Look for:
- graduate profile
- typical career paths
- internships or links with employers
- research opportunities
- follow-up Master’s or Doctoral options
- job opportunities
Talk to People and Check the Student Experience
Talk to People and Check the Student Experience
Official information is important, but it will not tell you everything. Try to find out what studying the programme feels like in practice. You can use:
- open days
- webinars and online events
- student ambassadors
- current students and alumni
- university and faculty social media
- student groups and forums
- education fairs
- career counsellors
Ask about workload, teaching style, support services, internships, communication with teachers and what students wish they had known before applying.
Consider Practical Things
Consider Practical Things
A good programme also needs to be realistic for your life and budget. Think about:
- city and location
- accommodation options
- living costs
- tuition fees
- scholarships
- transport
- student services
- size and atmosphere of the university
- sports, clubs and student life
- visa or residence requirements, if relevant
- part-time work opportunities
Keep More Than One Option
Keep More Than One Option
It is useful to have a shortlist. Choose several programmes that could work for you, not just one. A backup option does not have to mean a worse option. It can be a similar programme at another university, a related field, a different city, a programme with different admission requirements or a foundation route before applying again.
How to Choose a Programme?
Choosing a programme is easier when you compare the same information for each option.
Check the Programme Content
Look beyond the programme name. Check the course list, specialisations, graduate profile and learning outcomes. A programme called “Management”, “Data Science” or “International Relations” can look very different from one university to another. Also check the expected study workload. Course descriptions, syllabus, reading lists, projects and practical requirements can help you understand how the programme works in real life.
Choose the Right Degree Level
Make sure the programme matches your previous education.
- Bachelor’s and long-cycle Master´s programmes require completed secondary education
- Follow-up Master’s programmes require a Bachelor’s degree
- Doctoral programmes require a Master’s degree
- Short-term programmes may have different requirements
Check the Language of Instruction
Czech-taught degree programmes at public and state higher education institutions are tuition-free. English-taught and other foreign-language programmes usually have tuition fees. Also check language requirements. You may need to provide a certificate or pass a language test.
Compare Admission Requirements
Admission requirements vary by university and programme. You may need an entrance exam, interview, portfolio, motivation letter, language certificate or recognition of previous education. Check:
- application deadline
- required documents
- entrance exam format
- language requirements
- application fee
- recognition requirements
- online or in-person interview options
- how many applicants are usually admitted, if the university publishes this information
Think About Study Style and Workload
Some programmes are research-based. Others are more practical, creative, technical or professionally oriented. Choose a programme that fits not only your interests, but also the way you like to learn. Before you apply, also check whether the programme includes:
- lectures and seminars
- laboratory work
- studio work
- fieldwork
- internships
- group projects
- thesis or research work
Look at Career and Further study Options
You do not need to know your exact future job. Still, it is useful to check where the programme can lead. Look for:
- graduate profile
- typical career paths
- internships or links with employers
- research opportunities
- follow-up Master’s or Doctoral options
- job opportunities
Talk to People and Check the Student Experience
Official information is important, but it will not tell you everything. Try to find out what studying the programme feels like in practice. You can use:
- open days
- webinars and online events
- student ambassadors
- current students and alumni
- university and faculty social media
- student groups and forums
- education fairs
- career counsellors
Ask about workload, teaching style, support services, internships, communication with teachers and what students wish they had known before applying.
Consider Practical Things
A good programme also needs to be realistic for your life and budget. Think about:
- city and location
- accommodation options
- living costs
- tuition fees
- scholarships
- transport
- student services
- size and atmosphere of the university
- sports, clubs and student life
- visa or residence requirements, if relevant
- part-time work opportunities
Keep More Than One Option
It is useful to have a shortlist. Choose several programmes that could work for you, not just one. A backup option does not have to mean a worse option. It can be a similar programme at another university, a related field, a different city, a programme with different admission requirements or a foundation route before applying again.
Interesting fields to explore in Czechia
Czech higher education institutions offer programmes across all major fields. International subject rankings can also help you see where Czech universities are visible globally. According to QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026, Czech universities perform well in several areas, including:
- Agriculture, Forestry and Environmental fields – Czech University of Life Sciences Prague is ranked joint 58th in Agriculture & Forestry
- Engineering and Technology – Czech Technical University in Prague is ranked joint 198th and Brno University of Technology joint 228th in Engineering & Technology
- Medicine and Health-related fields – Charles University is ranked joint 146th in Medicine, with Masaryk University and Palacký University Olomouc also represented
- Materials science – Brno University of Technology appears in the 151–200 band in Materials Sciences, with Charles University and Czech Technical University in Prague also ranked
- Arts and Humanities – Charles University is ranked joint 114th and Masaryk University joint 301st in Arts & Humanities
- Economics and Econometrics – Charles University is ranked 177th and Prague University of Economics and Business appears in the 301–350 band in Economics & Econometrics
Use rankings as one source of inspiration, not as your only decision tool. Before you choose, always look at the programme itself: course content, admission requirements, teaching style, internships, city, tuition fees, student support and your own goals.
Before you apply
Before you submit your application, make sure you have checked:
- programme content
- course list or study plan
- degree level
- language of instruction
- tuition fees
- admission requirements
- application deadline
- required documents
- recognition of previous education
- city and accommodation
- living costs
- scholarship options
- student services and support
- student or alumni experience
- subject rankings or other comparisons, while basing your decision mainly on programme content and your goals
- contact details for the university
If you want to change programme later
Sometimes students realise after starting that their programme is not the right fit. This can happen, and it does not mean you have failed. Your options always depend on the rules of your university, but they may include:
- changing your study plan or specialisation
- changing the form of study
- transferring to another programme
- leaving the current programme and applying again
Ask your university early if you are unsure. Some changes may be possible within your current studies, while others may require a new application. Leaving a programme unsuccessfully can also affect future fees or study conditions, so always check the rules before you decide.
What do to next
Once you have chosen your programme, you can move on to the next step: learn how the application process works, what documents you may need and which deadlines to watch.
