Central European Studies Programme
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Semester programmes at Masaryk University
6,000
international students
6th
most popular student city
82 %
graduates who would choose to study at MU again
500+
courses
Each semester Masaryk University welcomes dozens of students outside of exchange agreements on our semester programmes. Participation in these programmes include a tuition fee. Students can choose from one of the following programme options
Choose from semester programmes:
Why Masaryk programmes
- Programmes are taught by enthusiastic teachers, who are experts in their field.
- You will get credits and international experience that will make your CV more interesting.
- MU is truly international. You will meet students from all over the world and make valuable contacts in your field.
- Our programmes are cost effective while providing excellent quality. With low cost of living in Czech Republic, you couldn't find a better place to study.
- Masaryk University is in the centre of Europe, close to every place. So you can easily get to know Europe!
Get to know Brno, your new home
1. Students are everywhere
Brno has a student city soul as 80,000 inhabitants are students.
2. Huge international community
With more than 2,000 international students at MU you will never feel alone.
3. Vivid social life
Brno is full of theatres, concert halls and music clubs with a wide selection of concerts and events.
4. Safe and pleasant city
The Czech Republic is one of the safest countries in the world and currently ranks eighth in the Global Peace Index.
5. Unique events all year long
Famous firework show, Majáles spring celebration or lantern parade. Those are only a few examples of unique events that are not common anywhere else.
6. Loads of sports activities
The local facilities cater to a wide range of sports including aerobics, floorball, swimming and volleyball and many others.
7. Reliable and inexpensive transportation
Public transport is really cheap, and reliable, and it takes you everywhere. And it even works during the night.
8. Enjoy your free time on Brno’s greenery
Enjoy a picnic with your friends in many green places around Brno. F.e., public grills in Brno Reservoir or Lužánky Park are great places to spend an afternoon.
FAQ
What is the difference between semester programmes and exchange programmes?
Semester programmes are for students who wish to study at Masaryk University outside of Exchange agreements. Exchange agreements require students exchanging their spots between two universities. If you are not sure if you can come to Masaryk University on an exchange agreement, please write to your home university study abroad office. There is a fee for these programmes ranging from €5,700 - €11,400 depending on the programme.
When does the academic year start at MU?
Autumn semesters are typically early-mid September to mid-December. Students can often take their exams before leaving for the Christmas holidays, however the official exam period is in January. The Spring semester is from early-mid February to mid-May. Students can typically take their exams by the end of May, however the official exam period is in June.
The current academic calendar can be found here.
Are there any scholarships available for semester programmes?
There are no scholarships available at Masaryk University to participate in these programmes.