Palacky University Olomouc, Czech Republic

Palacky University Olomouc : Rankings, Courses, Admissions, Fees, and Scholarships

Palacký University Olomouc or Univerzita Palackého v Olomouci (UP) is a public university and the second oldest university in the Czech Republic. It is one of the most important Central European centers of education and research. The university also provides exchange programs and lifelong learning programs. Palacký University Olomouc is one of the very top universities to study in Czech Republic, and ranks among the best universities in the world, according to international rankings. Also, it is one of the largest employers in the Olomouc Region and the City of Olomouc.

In 2020, the student population was 21,824, with 840 accredited study programs at eight faculties. These eight faculties offered 840 Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral study programs. Applicants may choose from a broad variety of programs, ranging from theology, education, physical culture, and sports, through the humanities, social sciences, and arts, to natural, medical, and health sciences.

The University collaborates with a number of partner institutions abroad. UP strongly supports internalization in education, science, and research, and the international mobility of students as well as academic and scientific staff. Special attention is paid to the development of strategic international partnerships in education, science, and research.

Palacky University also provides a high-quality environment for its students and employees. It is well equipped with modern accommodation facilities, dining services, a university library, sporting facilities, and counseling services. 

University Rankings

According to EduRank 2021, Palacky University Olomouc ranks:

• #1001 of 14,160 In the World
• #369 of 2,789 In Europe
• #5 of 67 In the Czech Republic
• #1 of 2 In Olomouc
• #522 of 1,007 For Evolutionary Biology

According to the Center for World University Rankings (CWUR) 2020-21, Palacky University Olomouc ranks:

• World Rank: 573
• National Rank: 2

According to QS Global World Rankings 2022, University was ranked: 

• #601-650 Globally
• #37 according to EECA University Rankings

Why study at Palacky University Olomouc?

• Palacky University is the second oldest and among the top 5 universities in the Czech Republic.  The university has expanded to eight faculties, arts, law medicine, dentistry, science, physical culture, and health sciences. 
• With experience in teaching a range of programs, it has also made significant advancements in research. 
• The university also participates in many international programs and projects of cooperation and research. It has about 300 partner institutions in 28 European countries.
• Palacky is world renowned amongst students seeking medicine. Czech Republic offers a lot of opportunities for MBBS aspirants.  

Programs & Courses

Faculties:

• Sts Cyril and Methodius Faculty of Theology
• Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry
• Faculty of Arts
• Faculty of Science
• Faculty of Education
• Faculty of Physical Culture
• Faculty of Law
• Faculty of Health Sciences
• Czech Advanced Technology Research Institute

Higher Education Institute:

Czech Advanced Technology and Research Institute – CATRIN

The University offers a 5-year program in Dentistry as well as a 6-year program in Medicine with English as the language of instruction. International students that want to study dentistry or medicine at the Palacky University need to clear the entrance test held by the university and have A-level grades in relevant subjects.

Campus and Accommodation

Olomouc houses 23,000 students from all over the world. The international students seeking accommodation at the university shall approach the International Relations Office of Palacký University (IRO).

All rooms available are well equipped with a desk, a bed with pillow, blanket, and closet. Shared bathrooms and kitchens are available with kettle and microwave provided. Home appliances are available for borrowing as per the student’s uses. The accommodation and dining booking options are available on the official website. 

Admission requirements for international students

Acceptance Rate: 35%

Application mode: Online (Students can apply via Gyanberry application services)

Documents required: 

• All-Academic Documents
• Online Application form
• English Proficiency Exam Certificate (IELTS:6.0, TOEFL iBT: 87)
• Passport
• Photographs
• Proof of fee payment
• World Education Services evaluation
• Health and Life Insurance
• Student visa (Gyanberry also provides visa assistance for a smooth transition to study abroad programs and universities.)

Tuition fees, and total cost of attendance

Tuition fee:

Cost of Living:

Scholarships

SCAR Fellowships In Antarctic Research

• Partial Funding international scholarship
• The Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research (SCAR) for international students.
• Scholarship amount: 15,000 USD/ 55095 AED per award

ERCIM Alain Bensoussan Fellowship in Europe

• Partial Funding international scholarship
• European Research Consortium for Informatics and Mathematics (ERCIM) for international students

IAL Research Grants For Doctoral Studies

• Full Funding international scholarship
• offered by the Institute for Adult Learning (IAL)
• Eligibility: Open to citizens of Singapore
• Amount: 100,000 USD including tuition and a monthly stipend

HKADC Overseas Arts Administration Scholarships

• Full Funding international scholarship
• offered by The Hong Kong Arts Development Council (ADC)
• Open to international applicants
• Scholarship Amount: 57820 USD/ 212384 AED

National Arts Council Arts Scholarships in Singapore

• Partial Funding international scholarship offered by the National Art Council (NAC) for international students
• Eligibility: Open to Singapore citizens and permanent Residents
• Amount:  90% of tuition fees, Allowance, and Airfare

Ritchie-Jennings Memorial Scholarship Program

• Partial Funding international scholarship
• Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) for international students
• Amount: 1,000 to 10,000 USD (3673 to 36732 AED)

Canon Foundation Research Fellowships

• Partial Funding international scholarship
• offered by the Canon Foundation for international students
• Students eligible for this scholarship are: Open to all European nationals (including Israel, Turkey, Balkan and Baltic countries) and Japanese
• Amount: 26031- 31815 USD per year (95616-116864 AED per year)

Royal Society International Exchange Programme

• Partial Funding international scholarship offered by The Royal Society for international students.
• Eligibility: Open to all nationals
• Amount: Travel allowances and Research expenditure 

MOE-AU Scholarship For Singaporean Students

• Full Funding international scholarship offered by the Ministry of Education (Singapore) for international students
• This Bachelors/Undergraduate scholarship can be taken for pursuing in Any subject.

NWO Rubicon Scholarship

Partial Funding international scholarship

• offered by the Netherlands Organisation for Scientific Research (NWO) for international students
• Eligibility: Open to researchers at Dutch universities and research institutes