Get to know Europe
Many of our summer school programmes take the experience outside of Brno and bring students around Central Europe through visits to the neighboring countries, city tours, tasting of the local products and music, and more!
Masaryk summer & winter schools in the heart of Europe
Earn credits during your academic breaks with one of Masaryk University’s numerous summer and winter schools focusing on human rights, security, languages, science, media, culture, literature, and sociology.
20
summer or winter school programmes
15
years of experience
5
visited countries within one program
40
countries represented by students
Why Masaryk summer schools?
Excellent academic and social program
Programmes are taught by enthusiastic teachers, who are experts in their field. Learning is extended outside of the classroom through cultural, social and academic visits.
Vivid social life
Get to know Brno with the help of Czech students through daily social and cultural activities. 24/7 professional support is provided by full time staff.
Get credits!
It's not all fun and games, students also get academic credit for these summer schools - though that means there is some work!
Meet experienced professionals
Each programme brings in experts from the field, in addition to the professors, for students learn through conversations with journalists, security advisors, members of the court, and more!
Make your CV more interesting
Gain skills like problem solving, intercultural communication, independency, and more. The summer schools are designed to help students grow not just academically, but also personally!
Choose from our summer & winter programmes:
Summer and winter schools are full experience programmes, combine academic, culture, and social activities
Online and 10 day or less courses are only academic focused, meaning there is not additional programming provided.
Summer schools
These programmes include academic classes, local cultural and social programming, and excursions to neighboring capital cities.
- Birth and Death of Democracy?
3-week course with excursions to Prague, Vienna, Budapest - International Relations and Threats to Global Security
3-week course with excursions to Prague, Vienna, Budapest - Global Perspectives: Media, Communication, Culture
3-week course with excursions to Prague, Vienna, Budapest, Krakow/Auschwitz - Sports Sciences and Outdoor Education
2-week course with a 3-day excursion to the Czech countryside
Summer internships:
- Research Lab Internship
spend 8 weeks in a lab and travel to Prague, Vienna, and Budapest - CzechMates Internship
spend 10 weeks in an internship and travel to Prague, Vienna, and Budapest
Online summer schools
These online courses include academic classes and virtual site visits.
Summer 2021:
Winter Schools (2022)
These programmes include academic classes, local cultural and social programming, and excursions to neighbouring capital cities.
- Human Rights and International Law (2022)
3-week course with excursions to Prague, Vienna, Budapest - International Relations and Threats to Global Security (2022)
3-week course with excursions to Prague, Vienna, Budapest
Details will follow soon.
Summer and Winter Courses (10 days or less)
If you are interested in other opportunities you can check out our shorter courses. These classes last for less than two weeks and are typically only academic with no additional programming.
Summer 2021:
- English for University Studies
- English for University Studies ONLINE
- Let's Talk: Communication practice in English
- Let's Talk: Communication practice in English ONLINE
- Train and Succeed: Intensive Course of Study Skills in English
- Train and Succeed: Intensive Course of Study Skills in English ONLINE
- English Language Focus – for Professionals teaching in English
- Academic Skills in English – for Professionals teaching in English
Students experience
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FAQ
What is the difference between programmes and classes?
There are two opportunities available to students to study with us during the summer and winter periods. The first are summer/winter school programmes which offer comprehensive programs to students and include not just academic courses, but also site visits, excursions to neighboring capital cities (Prague, Budapest, Vienna, etc.) and daily social and cultural activities organized through local assistants.
On the other hand, summer/winter school classes are only the academic course, and no other programing. They also are shorter than the other programmes that are organized.
How can I apply?
Application instructions for each individual programme are available on the individual page of the programme. If you have any questions, you can email us at summer@czs.muni.cz
What is your policy regarding COVID-19?
MUNI Covid-19 Guarantee:
Masaryk University wants to provide as much assurance to the safety and health to our participants and teachers as possible during these unprecedented times. Our summer and winter schools by nature require students to be in close contact (traveling as a group, classes, social activities, and living together), as such there is no way to mitigate all risks, below are the policies for Masaryk University Summer and Winter Schools.
- Students who test positive with Covid-19 and send us proof within 2 weeks of the start programme will receive a 90% refund.
- Full payment for the programs are required 30 days prior to the start of the programme. (this is to provide students as much flexibility as possible)
- No refunds for cancellation within 30 days of the start of the programme, except for proof of Covid-19 as mentioned above.
- If Masaryk University is required to cancel the programme for any reason prior to the start of the programme, a full refund will be provided.
- If excursions (Prague, Vienna, Budapest, etc.) need to be cancelled due Covid-19 related issues and a substitute cannot be provided to students, than a refund of €300 will be provided to each student.
- As per Czech law, if any student becomes positive for Covid-19, all students will be put into a quarantine. Masaryk University will cover the cost for 1 Covid-19 test. If the quarantine lasts longer than the programme dates, MU will help the student find accommodation, however the costs for all accommodation and food after the end of the programme are the responsibility of the student.
- Students will be required to purchase trip protection insurance that will cover the cost of accommodation and change in travel IF they become sick past the duration of the programme. MU will help students secure accommodation if required after the dates of the programme, however the student is responsible for all costs.
Can anyone apply?
Yes, we accept students from all around the world, and prior experience in the theme of the course is not always required however interest must be explained (i.e. we are happy to consider applications from engineering students for an international relations course). In their application, applicants should explain why they are interested in the course and how they think they can add to the discussion.
Do you offer scholarships?
The majority of our programs offers a €500 discount to students from partner universities (for in person programs) and a €100 discount to students from partner universities (for online programs).
If you have any other questions, please feel free to email us at summer@czs.muni.cz
How hard are the classes?
These programmes are designed for students that a) willing to spend time studying and learning and b) want to see Europe. We strive to find a balance between the two, however students should not expect a vacation, and will have to set aside time to study.
Any questions?
Use the contact form or e-mail us at summer@czs.muni.cz.