Practical information for applicants

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Visa information

If you are not an EU citizen, you will need a visa for your study time in the Czech Republic. To help you navigate the visa application process smoothly, here are some essential information:

All non-EU citizens need to apply for a visa or residence permit to stay legally for more than 3 months. We recommend applying for the long-term residence permit (purpose of studies).

Faculty will - after successful admission selection and prior education recognition - send you:

  • proposal for admission 
  • confirmation of accommodation.

You need to prepare other necessary documents and apply at the nearest Czech Embassy.

Let us know that you have a visa appointment at the embassy and the result of the visa application as soon as possible.

 

VISA information

Czech Government Visa portal - application for visa

Check What Residence Permit or Visa you Need

Ministry of Interior - Information Portal for foreigners

Recognition of previous education

To be enrolled in a degree study program you have to present an acknowledgment certificate of your former education abroad. This proves that your previous studies are equal to a comparable Czech education and your diploma is valid in the Czech Republic.

Recognition of foreign education is essential and begins once you are proposed for admission. Enrollment in studies is not possible without the recognition of prior foreign education.

Recognition of foreign education can be done in one of two ways:

Nostrification

High school diploma/education is recognized by regional authorities in the Czech Republic. Note: you may be asked to take extra exams. South Moravian Region web for nostrification.

Contact person: Ing. Bc. Dagmar Kostrhůnová, kostrhunova.dagmar@kr-jihomoravsky.cz

University diploma recognized by the Rector's Office of Masaryk University. University web on nostrification of university education.

Verification

High school diploma is recognized by the Faculty of Education.

University diploma recognized by the Faculty of Education.

Contact: prijimacky@ped.muni.cz

Valid forever within the whole Czech Republic.
Valid only for the specific program within one admission term.

 

How to proceed

If you need your attained education level recognized to study at the Faculty of Education ONLY :

Verification of foreign high school/university education provided by the Faculty of Education

  • Holders of a high school certificate/bachelor's/masters' degree diploma can apply for a one-time verification of the condition of admission to study.
  • This service is provided by the Faculty of Education = CZK 900 (approx. EUR 33) and it usually takes no longer than a week.
  • For this option, please contact alday@ped.muni.cz

Nostrification of foreign high school/university education provided by Masaryk university

  • The verification through the faculty is for students who want to study at the Faculty of Education MU and this verification is valid ONLY within the Faculty of Education MU.
  • The recognition by Masaryk University is for students who do not yet know where they will go to study. It is universal, and it is valid for a lifetime AT ANY University in the Czech Republic.
  • In both cases, the payment is made electronically through the shopping centre of Masaryk University
Exceptions from the need to recognise education

In some cases recognition as such is not required:

RECOGNITION OF EDUCATION OBTAINED IN SLOVAK REPUBLIC, GERMANY, HUNGARY, POLAND AND SLOVENIA

The Czech Republic is subject to bilateral agreements on mutual recognition of educational qualifications with Hungary, Poland, Slovenia, Germany and Slovakia. If you have attained your education in these countries, you may only need to submit the original or an officially certified copy of such document (if necessary together with the official translation) to the responisble person at the faculty. There is no fee required.

THE EUROPEAN BACCALAUREATE

Graduates who have obtained a foreign education in a European school operating under the Convention defining the Statute of the European Schools will submit the original or an officially certified copy of the European Baccalaureate certificate with an official translation into Czech or English (translations are not required for certificates issued in Slovak or English).

INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE

Graduates who have obtained International Baccalaureate issued by an International Baccalaureate World School authorised by the Swiss International Baccalaureate Foundation or affiliated to an International Baccalaureate World School Association recognised by the Swiss International Baccalaureate Foundation will submit the original or an officially certified copy of the International Baccalaureate Diploma with an official translation into Czech or English (translations are not required for certificates issued in Slovak or English).

Fees

Application Fee - CZK900

It is necessary to pay an application fee of CZK 900. The payment must be made through Shopping Center MU (link is directly in your e-application).

Note: When making a bank transfer from foreign banks, they may charge fees related to the transfer to an account in a foreign country. It is necessary to pay both sender and receiver fees in order for the CZK 900 to be credited to the MU´s account.


Verification Fee - CZK900

Verification fee is for applicants verifying their documents at the Faculty of Education. Please note, this verification is for Faculty of Education´s purpose only and thus can replace official nostrification only in the admission procedure for the Faculty of Education.

It is necessary to pay a verification fee of CZK 900. The payment of the fee must be made through Shopping Center MU (the link will be sent to interested applicants).

Note: When making a bank transfer from foreign banks, they may charge fees related to the transfer to an account in a foreign country. It is necessary to pay both sender and receiver fees in order for the CZK 900 to be credited to the MU´s account.

Applicants will kindly contact responsible person: Milena Alday Delgado (admission@ped.muni.cz)


Tuition Fee - CZK 68,000

A fee is required for the study programmes taught in a foreign language. Students must cover the full cost of education.

The fee is set at CZK 68 000 (roughly equivalent to EUR 2700) per year for those enrolling to studies for the 2025/2026 academic year. The amount is guaranteed for the entire duration of due study period. Accepted applicants will be informed during enrollment of the specific method of payment for the tuition fee.

PLEASE CHECK THE TUITION FEE WEBPAGE and the applicable Dean's Measure.


Payment Methods

To pay your tuition fees, you have several options:

  • card,
  • bank transfer,
  • Convera,
  • or cash.

Regardless of the method you choose, all payments must start through the specific link to the MUNI Shopping Center provided by your admissions coordinator.

You can use the Convera GlobalPay platform to pay student fees by bank transfer, credit card, or through a wide range of local online payment options including Alipay, UnionPay, India Bank Transfer, and more, without incurring any transaction charges.

The Convera GlobalPay platform allows students, their families, or their sponsors to pay student fees in the currency of choice, providing a simple and secure way to initiate the payment.

Convera: Bank transfer and online payment platform

Quick guide to using the platform

To use the platform, follow these instructions:

  1. Enter/select the country you are paying from.
  2. Enter the amount to pay in CZK.
  3. Select ‘Get a quote’.
  4. Select 'Show more options' at the bottom of the screen to view all options, including CZK if your local currency is not available.
  5. Select one of the options and enter the student/payer details.

If you choose to pay by bank transfer, use the payment instructions provided to make your payment through your bank (at branch, online, or phone banking). If you select an online payment option, you will be redirected to complete your payment.

Variable symbol (invoice number)

You will find this number in your payment instructions as the "variable symbol identifier." Be sure to include this variable symbol identifier with your payment to facilitate the accurate pairing of your payment with your account.

HOW TO INCLUDE THE VARIABLE SYMBOL ON THE CONVERA PLATFORM

You don’t type in just the variable symbol; the variable symbol must be preceded by the letters VS. For example: VS0123456789.

 

Pay using the convera globalpay platform

Other practical information

Medical Insurance

First of all, check the Ministry of Interior webpage for information on medical insurance.

If you are not an EU citizen, get your comprehensive medical insurance before you travel to the Czech Republic! Check, compare and choose one of the authorized medical insurance providers:

The university has a very useful webpage for medical care for students.

Accommodation

Masaryk university offers students accommodation in its halls of residence.

University halls of residence provide students with accommodation throughout their studies. The MU Accommodation and Catering Services (SKM MU) are tasked with the administration of a total of 10 accommodation facilities, which provide facilities such as gyms and other sports facilities, computer rooms, TV and common rooms, table tennis halls and services such as internet access. Detailed information about individual dormitory locations is available on the Accommodation and Catering Services website.

More information on private residence and halls of residence can be found in this article. Housing offers and requests are also available through the IS MU Noticeboard.

You must communicate with the dorms directly, not throught the faculty. 

Scholarship options

Masaryk University Scholarships

  • Compatriots' Scholarship – The compatriots' scholarship fund is designed to help and encourage students to study in their ancestors' country. Masaryk University offers financial support of 100,000 CZK (circa 4,100 EUR) per year to students with Czech roots or with Czech ancestors newly enrolled in bachelor's and master's full-time programmes. Applications are accepted from 1 March 2025 to 31 August 2025.
  • Newcomers' Scholarship – Masaryk University offers financial support of 100,000 CZK (circa 4,100 EUR) to students enrolled in bachelor's and master's full-time programmes taught in languages other than Czech and coming from countries chosen according to the international marketing strategy of MU. Eligible countries include: Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Georgia, Kosovo, Malaysia, Mexico, Montenegro, Peru, Philippines, Serbia, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. You can submit your application from 30 November 2024 to 30 April 2025.
  • Accommodation Grant – Masaryk University students who meet conditions set out in section 8 of the MU Scholarship and Bursary Regulations may be awarded an accommodation grant.

Faculty of Education Scholarships

The scholarship programmes are not aimed at coming paying students and focus on activities of active students like presenting at a conference, undertaking an internship of study exchange or having outstanding study results.

The overview of scholarship programmes of the Faculty of Education, Masaryk University you can find here.

Brno transport and life

Brno Transport

Brno is very well-connected with buses, troleybuses and trams. The Faculty if very near the Mendlovo náměstí traffic hub. 

If you are a student living in Brno, it pays to get a monthly/quarterly/yearly travel pass and use the transport system without additional worries. Buing a single ticket is also easy, you can use Beep and go payment on board. 

Find your connetion using the IDOS or MHD system

Go to Brno

Your webpage for information on events, on where to eat and drink and lots and lots of other useful info.

You can visit a theatre, or visit a classical music concert.

Instagram GotoBrno.

Cost of living in Brno

Brno offers a safe quality of life for quite an affordable price.

Check out:

Mind the taxes

Contacts

Admission Office

Mgr. Bc. Milena Alday Delgado

Assistant for international relations

Office: bldg. B/1030
Poříčí 623/7
603 00 Brno
phone: +420 549 49 1606
e‑mail:

Main admission officer, wiling to help with admission process and questions regarding application process and more.

Student Ambassadors

Myat Yee Thar

Faculty of Education International Ambassador

e‑mail:

Student of the EDI programme, will happy to inform you about student life in Brno.

Sakuni Perera

Ambassador for the MA degree programme

e‑mail:

Student of the Lower Secondary School English Language Teacher Training, Master's degree programme at PdF.

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Timeline for Admission

International student guide BEFORE ARRIVAL

International Student Manual

Important Deadlines 

March 31

Deadline for applications Bachelor's studies

April 30

Deadline for applications Master's studies

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