Location
  • Czech Republic
    • Brno
Term
Summer
Subject Areas
Biology Chemistry Health Sciences
General grants/scholarships
Health & Safety

Program Details

Program Type
Direct Enrollment
Degree Level
Bachelors Masters
Housing
Dormitory
Language
English

Pricing

Starting Price
5000
Price Details
The cost of this program is €4600, with a €100 early bird application discount; additional €400 discount for partner universities.

Tuition includes:

Tuition for the summer school

Accommodation in Brno

Breakfasts

Laboratory fees

Transportation for 3 weekend trips (ex: Prague, Vienna, Budapest)

Accommodation on weekend trips

Academic trips

Opening and Closing receptions

Culture activities around Brno

Not included:

Meals

Students should budget about €900-1800, depend on their own spending habits for food, eating out, shopping, clubbing, weekend trips (lunch and dinner) and fun "optional" activities in Brno, Prague, Vienna, and Budapest (the underground labyrinth in Brno, Budapest baths, bars, etc.).
What's Included
Accommodation Some Activities Classes Some Meals Wifi
What's Not Included
Accommodation Some Activities Meals Transportation Travel Insurance Visa
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About Program

Masaryk University, in collaboration with CEITEC – one of the strongest research institutions in Central Europe, stands apart from other universities as a place to learn. Drawing on these achievements and also enhancing its dynamic place, it opens up its research facilities to undergraduate or graduate foreign students for an intensive summer research internship.

Incoming students will be required to work at least 250 hours (8 hours a day, 4 days a week, 8 weeks in total) on a specific project assigned and supervised by local faculty members.

In addition to this, there will be an accompanying cultural programme that will introduce the Czech Republic and the Central Europe to the participating students. The program will consist of lectures and seminars on the given topic, movie screening, concerts, shows, museum and historical sites visit, as well as in-town and out-of-town excursions. Finally, there will be three-day trips to the regional capitals (Prague, Vienna and Budapest).

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Diversity & Inclusion

The Czech Republic is historically a homogeneous society, however over the last few decades Brno has grown internationally, causing the population to become more diverse. Masaryk University emphasizes the importance of providing education opportunities for students of all backgrounds and providing the capabilities to make this possible. Students can reach out to the Welcome Office at the Centre for International Cooperation is available to discuss any concerns students may have prior to arrival, or during their time in Brno to provide a successful study abroad experience.
Masaryk University provides a safe space for all students regardless of ethnicity, gender, religion, or sexual orientation. Brno and the Czech Republic are considered friendly to the LGBTQIA+ community, more about this can be read at the Brno Expat Centre website linked below. The Welcome Office at the Centre for International Cooperation is available to discuss any concerns students may have prior to arrival, or during their time in Brno to provide a successful study abroad experience.
The Teiresias Centre at Masaryk University provides neurodivergent support. Its team fosters an inclusive environment for all and provides a welcoming, student-centered approach. Students should reach out to the Centre for International Cooperation and the Teiresias Centre prior to application to discuss what paperwork may be required to provide modification to their studies such as extra time on tests, quiet places for study, etc.
The Teiresias Centre at Masaryk University provides support for students and teachers who require accessibility support. The centre supports students in the areas of learning differences, physical support such as wheelchair accessibility, visual impairments, psychological concerns, deafness and hearing loss, and chronic diseases.

Impact

Masaryk University is resolved to use its role as a university to not only educate both its students and staff, but also the community in the field of sustainable development and social responsibility. Sustainability in action is included into the strategy of the University, and is implemented via the MU Sustainable Development Council.
Both Brno and Masaryk University strive to balance the Czech and international communities, providing space for integration, interaction, and inclusion. Study abroad students are encouraged to be active members of the community by both sharing their experiences, and listening to the experiences of locals to create a more global environment. Through the international student organization, students are provided with numerous such opportunities to ensure study abroad continues to be a positive impact on the community.

Program Highlights

  • We have over 15 years of experience organizing faculty-led programmes with universities from Australia, Canada, and the United States.
  • Masaryk University is internationally recognized research institution and the best loved university in the Czech Republic among incoming foreign students
  • Brno was voted 6th most popular student city in the world thanks to its world-class education, affordable cost of living, position in the centre of Europe, and overall safety.
  • During the stay, there will be three-day trips to the regional capitals (Prague, Vienna and Budapest) where students will be able to understand the Central European context to the Czech identity.
  • Students are required to spend 250 hours in the lab and present a final project at the end.

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