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The study programme is aimed at graduates from bachelor study programmes preferably focusing on teaching English as a foreign language. If interested in a master's program and not sure if you would qualify for your previous education, send us an email: [email protected]

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Master's studies, full-time  , admissions currently closed.

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• Lower Secondary School English Language Teacher Training

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Applications for studies at Masaryk University are submitted electronically (hereafter called   e-application). First, choose a field of study and then file an electronic application with it.

Recognition of Education and Qualifications

Information on the recognition of secondary education.

Recognition of education obtained in countries with bilateral agreements

• Applicants graduated in Slovak, Hungarian, Polish, Slovenian and German secondary schools provide officially verified copies of documents proving the complete secondary education. If the document is not issued in Czech, Slovak or English, it is necessary to provide an official translation.

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

• Graduates of foreign secondary schools outside the above-mentioned countries can apply for a one-time verification of the condition of admission to study. This service is provided by the Faculty of Education (for more information, please contact   [email protected] ).

Recognition of foreign high school education by the regional authority

• Graduates who already have a Decision on the recognition of foreign education issued by the Department of Education of one of the regional authorities in the Czech Republic (Detailed information: the South Moravian Regional Authority - contact person: Ing. Bc. Dagmar Kostrhůnová,   [email protected] ) submit an officially certified copy of this decision incl. nostrification clauses. In this case, the verification of education by the Faculty of Education is not required.

European Schools

• Graduates who have obtained a foreign education in a European school operating under the Convention defining the Statute of the European Schools will submit 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).

General info: Secondary school diplomas gained abroad are subject to "nostrification". If you have certificates issued abroad and wish to enroll at our university (or any in the Czech Republic), you are required to obtain an official document confirming that your certificate is recognized in the Czech Republic. As the nostrification can take several months, it is recommended that applicants submit the paperwork required for the nostrification concurrently with their application. Applicants without this official recognition are not permitted to enroll at the University. Please contact the South Moravian Regional Authority (contact person: Ing. Bc. Dagmar Kostrhůnová,   [email protected] ).

Detailed Information on the Nostrification Process process is available at: /do/ped/stud/stud/recognition_of_secondary_diplomas.doc

https://nostrifikace.mkc.cz/en/

Information on the Recognition of Foreign Higher Education and Qualifications

• Holders of a Bachelor's degree from universities located in Slovakia should follow the instructions set out here:   https://www.muni.cz/en/admissions/recognition/slovakia  
• Holders of a Bachelor's degree from Hungaria, Poland, Slovenia and Germany provide officially verified copies of documents proving the complete Higher education. If the document is not issued in Czech, Slovak or English, it is necessary to provide an official translation.   https://www.muni.cz/en/admissions/recognition/bilateral  
• Holders of a Bachelor's degree outside the above-mentioned countries can apply for a one-time verification of the condition of admission to study. This service is provided by the Faculty of Education (for more information, please contact   [email protected] ).
• Holders of a Bachelor's degree who already have a Decision on the recognition of foreign education issued by the Czech Republic's Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports of one of the regional authorities in the Czech Republic ( Detailed information)   submit an officially certified copy of this decision incl. nostrification clauses. In this case, the verification of education by the Faculty of Education is not required.

General info: All students with foreign degrees (except as set out below) must submit their Bachelor's degree for official recognition by the Czech Republic's Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports. As this process nostrification process can take several months, it is recommended that applicants submit the paperwork required for the nostrification concurrently with their application. Applicants without this official recognition are not permitted to enroll at the University.   Detailed instructions can be found here .

Application Fee

It is necessary to pay an application fee of   CZK 800 . The payment of the fee must be made through Shopping Center MU (contact is included directly in your e-application).

Note: When doing a bank transfer from abroad banks may charge fees related to the transfer to an account in a foreign country. It is necessary that a full amount of CZK 800 is credited to the MU´s account.

Verification Fee 

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

It is necessary to pay a verification fee of   CZK 850 . The payment of the fee must be made through Shopping Center MU (the link will be sent to interested applicants).

Note: When doing a bank transfer from abroad banks may charge fees related to the transfer to an account in a foreign country. It is necessary that a full amount of CZK 850 is credited to the MU´s account.

Interested applicants kindly contact responsible person: Milena Alday Delgado ( [email protected] )

Tuition Fee

A fee is required for the study programmes taught in a foreign language.   Students have to pay the full cost.   The fee is   EUR 2400   for an academic year (2023/2024). Accepted applicants will be informed during enrollment of the specific method of payment for the tuition fee. 

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Abdul studies in Master Degree Program Lower Secondary School English Language Teacher Training and will be happy to assist with inquirers and answer any question our prospective students have around joining Faculty of Education.

Results of Admission Procedure and Decision on Admission or Denial of Admission to Studies

Applicants must meet all the admission requirements stipulated by law and declared by the Dean before they can be considered for admission to study. After careful consideration the students will find a decision on admission or denial on admission to his or her studies in their e-application. An invitation to enroll in studies will be sent to successful applicants by post. 

Enrolment in Studies

Every applicant accepted for studies is obliged to come in person to enroll in their studies and to receive the notification of admission.  At enrolment, the applicant must submit a certificate of recognition of their prior education/diplomas. Further information will be provided to successful applicants in the letter with the invitation to enrol.

Accommodation

Students of Masaryk University are offered the services of Accommodation and Catering Services MU (Správa kolejí a menz MU).   Information about accommodation is available on the institution´s website .

Transferring to a degree programme accredited in the Czech-language

Students enrolled in a degree programme accredited in English wishing to transfer to a degree programme accredited in Czech (i.e. from the fee-paying to the no-fee programme) must successfully pass the entrance exam process for that degree programme.

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Why study for a Master’s degree in the Czech Republic?

The Czech Republic is one of the safest countries in the world and its universities offer quality postgraduate programs taught in the English language in various different fields.

Pursuing a master’s degree in the Czech Republic can be a useful tool for your professional growth and a great opportunity to explore new places, network and develop your social skills.

Cost of Master’s Programs in the Czech Republic

The average cost of a master’s in the Czech Republic , for international students, is approximately CZK230,000 (about €9,700) per year. This amount is an estimate, as fees may vary considerably depending on the university and the field of study.

Universities in the Czech Republic do not offer tuition-free master’s programs in English, so a scholarship is the only way for international students to study for a master's degree in the country for free. However, if you can speak the local language you’ll be able to study for your postgraduate degree without paying tuition fees as there are programs taught in Czech that don’t require paying any fees.

Life as an International Student in the Czech Republic

The Czech Republic is a beautiful country with interesting architecture and plenty of castles, bridges, and natural landscapes that are worth visiting. Its location is ideal for short trips to neighboring countries, making it an amazing place to study and gain experiences that will help you grow.

Universities in the Czech Republic support international students by providing information and assistance regarding matters such as enrollment, seeking accommodation or employment, and adjusting to life in the country. Thanks to the student card, university students have access to exclusive discounts on products and services throughout the country.

Are there any 1-year Master’s Programs in the Czech Republic?

In case you’d like to save some time or enter the workforce sooner, you could look for a 1-year master’s program in the Czech Republic . Some master's programs in the Czech Republic are designed to be completed in 1 year, while others may take 2 years or longer.

It's essential to research the individual universities and programs you're interested in to determine their duration.

Can I study for a Master’s degree in the Czech Republic online?

Most universities in the Czech Republic don’t offer distance-learning programs. Attending an online master’s program leads to the exact same degree as an on-campus graduate program but in case you want a master’s degree from a university in the Czech Republic, your physical presence is required.

What are the basic entry requirements of Master’s Programs in the Czech Republic?

Every university has its own admission requirements for its postgraduate programs. However, the basic entry requirements, which must be met in any case, are a recent certificate of English language proficiency, such as IELTS or TOEFL, a copy of your bachelor’s degree, and, most likely, a detailed transcript of grades and a personal statement as well.

To study in the Czech Republic, you’ll need a valid passport and a student visa. Students coming from countries in the EU/EEA do not need a student visa.

Are there any scholarships for Master’s Programs in the Czech Republic?

If you want to reduce the cost of your postgraduate studies, you can apply for a scholarship. You can get a scholarship either directly from the university you attend or from other public or private organizations.

The scholarships offered are usually aimed at financially disadvantaged students or students with outstanding performance at the undergraduate level and cover part of the tuition fees and, sometimes, the full cost of attendance.

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Popular fields of study in the Czech Republic for Master’s degrees

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Can I stay in the Czech Republic after getting my master’s degree?

If you are a non-EU/EEA citizen and you want to stay in the Czech Republic after completing your post-graduate studies , you can apply for a job search visa or a work permit known as Blue Card, to stay in the country to seek employment or work.

However, if you are a citizen of a country in the EU/EEA or Switzerland , you do not need a residence permit to stay in the Czech Republic after completing your post-graduate studies. As an EU/EEA or Swiss citizen, you have the right to reside and work in the Czech Republic without a permit. You can stay in the country for as long as you want, provided that you are looking for work or working.

How to apply to a Master’s Program in the Czech Republic?

Once you have gathered the necessary qualifications and documents, you can apply to the graduate school of your choice. Each university follows a different application procedure, but there is also an alternative.

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Bachelor's study programs (three-years)

Bachelor studies at Faculty of Education are normally three-year programmes (internal or external), and may be self-contained degrees orientated to future employment, or taken as a first step towards a master s degree. Upon completion, students are awarded the academic title of Bachelor. The Faculty of Education offers several Bachelor of Education programs. A dominating feature of Bachelor studies is studying professional based subjects or two approbation subjects with a focus on general education. This study program is not designed for obtaining a teacher's qualification. The faculty of Education prepares Bachelor study programs for professionals in different disciplines who will assert themselves in educational institution, state administration, etc. It is expected that graduates of these subjects will continue in follow-up MA teacher-training programmes and that will gain the qualification of registered teacher.

Students can choose from broad areas full-time forms of studies: Special Education, Psychology and Special education, Teaching for Kindergartens, Mathematics focused on education, Art education focused on education, two subjects combination with focus on education: Languages, Music education, Playing instrument, Choir Conducting, Mathematics, Education, Arts, Basics of Social sciences, Information technologies, Biology, History, Chemistry, Sports education, Health condition, Special education, Technical and information, Historical music practice and Choir of church music. Students can also choose from broad areas part-time forms of studies.

Follow-up Master's study programs (two-years)

Master’s degree programmes at Faculty of Education are designed to follow on from Bachelor’s programmes. The standard length of a follow-on Master’s degree programme is two years. Upon completion, students are awarded the academic title of Master. The dominating feature a follow -up Master’s study program is studying educational-psychologic subjects and professional subject didactics or two approbation subjects with focus on general education. Graduates of the follow-up Master’s degree program will be qualified as a teacher of general educational subjects at basic schools and high schools. Most of our programmes are available to study full time or part time.

Students can choose from broad areas full-time forms of studies: Special Education, Psychology, Teaching of social sciences, philosophy and ethics for high schools and tertiary schools, Languages, Music education, Playing instrument, Choir Conducting, Mathematics, Education, Arts, Basics of Social sciences, Information technologies, Biology, History, Chemistry, Sports education, Health education, Special education and Technical and information.

Master's study programs (five-years)

At Faculty of Education are Master’s programmes which are self-contained and do not follow on form a Bachelor’s programme -  these last five years, and are known as “long-cycle” Master’s programmes. The Faculty of Education offers five - years Teacher Education program: Teaching at primary level in basic schools with specialization: Foreign language, Arts, Sports or Drama education. Teacher Education program is available to study full time or part time forms of studies. The graduate will have acquired professional competence qualifying to teach at primary schools.

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Master Degrees in Education

Those who pursue education as a career will undergo courses that are designed to train future educators. Fortunately, there is a wide variety of courses designed for students who wish to supplement any teaching credentials. These courses are offered at various institutions across the globe.

Czech Republic has a well-established and research based university education. This has made learning ini Prague one of the respected curriculum's in Europe since it cultivates the spirit of creativity and innovation among students.

A masters is earned after students complete an undergraduate degree program. To obtain a masters, you usually need to complete 12 to 18 college courses that often involve completing comprehensive tests and/or a thesis.

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Overview of Czech Education

The Czech Republic education system is considered one of the best in the world. With over 62 higher education institutions, affordable cost of living and excellent employment prospects, the Czech Republic is without a doubt one of the best countries to study and live in. There are currently fifteen Czech universities in the QS World University Rankings 2022: Top Global Universities | Top Universities, with Charles University in Prague ranking the highest out of a total of 1,300 universities.

One of the best things about studying in the Czech Republic is that all higher education is free for anyone who can speak fluent Czech. Regardless of your nationality and level of qualification you are looking to study for, be it Bachelor’s, Master’s or a Doctoral degree, you can study for free, as long as your program is taught in Czech at one of 26 public universities in the Czech Republic.

Private universities charge tuition fees for degree programs they offer. The same applies to Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctoral programs taught in English and in other foreign languages.

Czech Higher Education System

The higher education system in the Czech Republic follows the Bologna process which consists of three levels of higher education: Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree and Doctoral degree.

The Czech Republic uses the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS), where each subject in the study program is awarded a certain number of credits. Students need to earn the required number of credits in order to complete the degree. Usually, each degree program sets out core modules, which must be undertaken by all students in that degree program, and flexible modules, which can be chosen by students, based on their personal preferences, as long as the overall required number of credits is met.

Education process

Students attend lectures, seminars and laboratory sessions depending on their specialisation. Seminars are usually compulsory and must be attended by students to get good grades, especially for students in Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programs. A lot of time is also spent on self-study and preparation.

Master’s degree in the Czech Republic

All public universities and most private higher education institutions offer Master’s degree programs, which take between 1-2 years to complete. Master’s degree represents the second level of higher education. Students need to have completed their Bachelor’s degree first in order to apply to study for a Master’s degree.

Most universities accept students for Master’s degree programs with the same or related specialisation as their Bachelor’s degree. However, this is not a strict requirement. If students wish to study another specialisation in their Master’s degree they may be required to sit relevant entrance exams. Bachelor’s degrees from foreign universities need to be nostrificated to be accepted in the Czech Republic. Most universities now offer nostrification service as part of their admission process.

Some students come to the Czech Republic to change their specialisation and study for another Master’s degree, this is also allowed and the same rules apply – education is free as long as it is in Czech at a public university and all admission requirements have been met.

Which universities offer Master’s degree programs?

The Czech Republic has a rich history and tradition of good quality education especially in the fields of Science, Medicine and Engineering. There are 26 public universities in the Czech Republic, 2 state universities and 34 private universities. Most of them offer Master’s degree programs to students. Public university Master’s degree programs are free for all as long as they are taught in Czech. Private universities charge a tuition fee for all Bachelor’s and Master’s programs they offer. All universities also charge a fee for programs taught in English.

Some of the best Czech universities and specialisations

Charles University is the oldest university in Central Europe. With a total of 17 faculties to choose from, international students often study Political Science, Sociology, Medicine and Psychology. Charles University offers Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctoral programs taught in English.

University of Chemistry and Technology (UCT) in Prague was the first university in the Czech Republic to offer a European Bachelor’s degree. This university has four faculties, preparing specialists in Environmental Technology, Food and Biomechanical Technology, Chemical Technology and Chemical Engineering. UCT offers all three levels of degree programs: Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctoral and is known to have one of the best research centres in the Czech Republic.

Academy of Arts and Design in Prague (UMPRUM) is considered to be one of the best international art schools in the world. The academy has 24 art studios where students can study Design, Architecture, Fine Arts, Applied Arts, Graphics and Theory and History of Arts. The academy offers Bachelor’s, Master’s and PhD programs. The annual intake of students is very small, which makes for a fierce competition. The academy often takes part in prestigious art and design events such as Milan Design Week and London Design Week. Many Master’s degree programs are taught in English.

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague (CZU) is one of the leading universities in the world in the field of life sciences. Students come here to become specialists in Forestry, Environmental Sciences, Wood Sciences, Argobiology, Tropical AgriSciences, Engineering as well as Economics and Management. Many programs are taught in English.

Prague University of Economics and Business (VŠE) has six faculties offering specialisations in the following fields: Finance and Accounting, International Relations, Management, Business Administrations, Informatics and Statistics and Economics. VŠE offers Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctoral and MBA programs taught in Czech and in English, as well as in some other foreign languages. International students account for 10% of overall annual enrolments of 14,000 students.

Masaryk University (MU) in Brno is named after Tomas Masaryk, the first president of independent Czechoslovakia. At MU students can choose to enrol in Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctoral programs in the following fields: Medicine, Science, Arts, Education, Pharmacy, Economics and Administration, Informatics and Social Studies. Many degree programs are taught in English. Around 6,000 international students are enrolled in various programs at MU every year.

International Students in the Czech Republic

The Czech Republic is located in the centre of Europe and has some of the best universities in the world, so it is no wonder that every year over 45,000 international students come to study here. The Czech Republic is part of the European Union and Czech university degrees are valued and recognised throughout the world. According to the latest Report on Research at the Czech Universities, the number of international students has been growing steadily over the past two decades. The Czech Republic is an especially popular choice for foreign students from Slovakia, the countries of the former Soviet Union, as well as students from China, Iran, India and Italy.

The report also indicates that 53% of students from Asia and Southeast Asia, including Bangladesh, Pakistan and India, choose to study in the Czech Republic because of a specific study program and their choice of university is often guided by the opportunities for research. Asian students most often choose to enrol in health and welfare or natural sciences programs.

Other reasons for studying in the Czech Republic include low living costs, low (or zero) tuition fees and safety. The Czech Republic has amazing architecture, and you are often very close to nature, even if you live in the city, as there are numerous national parks and UNESCO heritage sites dotted throughout the country.

Bachelor’s degree in the Czech Republic

Bachelor’s degree in the Czech Republic takes around 3-4 years to complete depending on specialisation. Some specialisations, like Medicine or Law, do not offer Bachelor’s degree as such and are considered complete when students reach Master’s degree level.

All the universities and most private higher education institutions in the Czech Republic offer Bachelor’s degree programs. In order to apply students are required to produce their certificate of completed full secondary education, which needs to be nostrificated in the Czech Republic to make sure that the school subjects covered in the curriculum are equivalent to those typically studied by pupils in the Czech Republic.

Doctoral degree in the Czech Republic

Doctoral degrees belong to the highest level of education. Usually, it takes between 3-4 years to complete a PhD in the Czech Republic, but it can take longer. Most universities set out the limit on how long students can take to complete the degree. Having a Master’s degree is an important prerequisite for the Doctoral program.

Doctoral programs are aimed at independent scientific research and culminate in a state examination and defence of a thesis. Doctoral students are usually expected to publish their research in scholarly magazines and take part in conferences and relevant university events.

Preparing to Study in the Czech Republic

In order to enrol in a program at a Czech university international students need to have their education documents nostrificated. For Bachelor’s degree programs this will usually be a certificate of completed full secondary education, for Master’s degree programs students will need to have their Bachelor’s degree certificate and for Doctoral degree programs – their Master’s degree certificate. Nostrification means that the education level must be assessed and found to be equivalent to a similar level of Czech education. In some cases, students may be required to sit nostrification exams to confirm their level of knowledge. Most universities offer nostrification service as part of their admission process.

Students are usually invited to submit their university applications online between February and April, with entrance exams usually conducted between May and July. However, this may differ depending on the university and specialisation.

If the degree program is in Czech, then all exams will also be in Czech. Students will be required to either sit a Czech language exam as part of their entrance exams or present a Czech language proficiency certificate (level B2 or above).

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15 Free and Cheap Universities in Czech Republic for International Students

In Czech Republic, there are a lot of affordable universities that you can find. Enrolling in these schools will help you fulfill your dream of studying in Czech Republic without paying a lot. These institutions also provide well-rounded academic programs and curriculums, allowing students to earn a degree with less burden on their pockets.

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Cheap Bachelor's Colleges and Universities in Czech Republic for International Students

Here is the list of affordable institutions in Czech Republic ordered by their tuition fee for international bachelor's students.

* Average Bachelor’s International Tuition is 66,500 CZK for universities in Czech Republic.

1. Czech University of Life Sciences Prague

• International Bachelor's Tuition: 0 CZK to 65,000 CZK
• Domestic Bachelor's Tuition: 0 CZK to 65,000 CZK
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• Czech University of Life Sciences Prague Tuition Pages

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague is an academic and research institution that specializes in agricultural and environmental sciences. The university offers over 100 degree programs in a diverse range of disciplines taught in the Czech and English languages. It is internationally recognized for its high standards of education and various initiatives promoting social responsibility and sustainable development. 

2. Charles University

• International Bachelor's Tuition: 0 CZK to 220,000 CZK
• Domestic Bachelor's Tuition: 0 CZK to 220,000 CZK
• Charles University Admissions Pages
• Charles University Tuition Pages

Charles University is an elite public Czech institution highly recognized for its academic excellence across the globe. This world-class university is the home of numerous leaders, experts, and innovators who have significantly contributed to society. For many years, the institute has achieved multiple awards and recognitions for its high standards of teaching and research, truly making it one of the most reputable universities in the Czech Republic.

3. University of Pardubice

• International Bachelor's Tuition: 0 CZK to 110,000 CZK
• Domestic Bachelor's Tuition: 0 CZK to 110,000 CZK
• University of Pardubice Admissions Pages
• University of Pardubice Tuition Pages

The University of Pardubice has been educating ethically responsible individuals and professionals for over seventy years. It was initially established to generate human resources in the field of chemistry, as its region, East Bohemia, is known for having an industrialized chemical industry. Over the years, the institute has constantly pursued academic excellence. It has undergone several reforms, expanded its departments, and built new facilities and laboratories. Presently, the university is highly regarded as among the best institutions in the country.

4. Brno University of Technology

• International Bachelor's Tuition: 0 CZK to 194,500 CZK
• Domestic Bachelor's Tuition: 0 CZK to 72,900 CZK
• Brno University of Technology Admissions Pages
• Brno University of Technology Tuition Pages

Brno University of Technology (BUT) is an outstanding Czech university known for its exceptionally high standards of teaching and research. Its campus is strategically located within the vicinities of the country’s technology hub, where world-class companies such as IBM and Zebra Technologies are located. In addition, the university also boasts of having modern buildings, the latest equipment and technologies, and advanced facilities. It is guaranteed that the institute will provide students with countless opportunities and academic resources as an aid to help transform their lives.

5. Tomas Bata University in Zlin

• International Bachelor's Tuition: 0 CZK to 54,000 CZK
• Domestic Bachelor's Tuition: 0 CZK to 54,000 CZK
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• Tomas Bata University in Zlin Tuition Pages

Tomas Bata University in Zlin (TBU) is an outstanding institute that has developed comprehensive and advanced educational programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Its most sought-after programs include polymer engineering and applied informatics. In addition to offering high-quality programs, students will also be presented with numerous opportunities, such as exchange programs, off-campus activities, and seminars, to name a few.

6. University of Ostrava

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University of Ostrava (UO) is an internationally recognized higher education school in the Czech Republic. It offers a wide range of study programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Aside from its proven academic excellence, one of the institute’s best features is to aid students in achieving their educational goals. The university provides countless opportunities for students to develop new skills and improve their capabilities, such as on-campus and off-campus activities, exchange programs, academic resources, and relevant network connections.

7. Academy of Arts, Architecture and Design in Prague

• International Bachelor's Tuition: 0 CZK
• Domestic Bachelor's Tuition: 0 CZK
• Academy of Arts, Architecture and Design in Prague Admissions Pages
• Academy of Arts, Architecture and Design in Prague Tuition Pages

Academy of Arts, Architecture and Design in Prague is a public university that specializes in select few areas of discipline. These are offered with degree programs at bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels. Students from abroad may also apply through regular admission or study for a short period through the Erasmus+ program. Depending on which program chosen, the teaching language are either Czech or English.

8. College of Polytechnics Jihlava

• College of Polytechnics Jihlava Admissions Pages
• College of Polytechnics Jihlava Tuition Pages

Established in 2004, the College of Polytechnics Jihlava is a young higher education institute that provides accredited educational programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The institute is ideal for students who want to pursue a career in information technology, economics and management, health care, and social work. Most of the study programs offered at the university are explicitly designed to meet the current industry needs.

9. University of West Bohemia

• International Bachelor's Tuition: 0 CZK to 97,400 CZK
• Domestic Bachelor's Tuition: 0 CZK to 97,400 CZK
• University of West Bohemia Admissions Pages
• University of West Bohemia Tuition Pages

University of West Bohemia is a public higher education that offers Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral degree programs. There are nine faculties that handle these programs including the Faculty of Arts, and the Faculty of Economics. Additionally, the university boasts its “wheelchair-friendly campus,” variety of student services, and efforts on international cooperation. Foreign students may apply as regular students or through exchange programs. These students may also afford accommodation in the university.

10. VSB – Technical University of Ostrava

• International Bachelor's Tuition: 0 CZK to 100,000 CZK
• VSB – Technical University of Ostrava Admissions Pages
• VSB – Technical University of Ostrava Tuition Pages

VSB – Technical University of Ostrava is one of the top 4% universities in the world known for its innovative programs, world-class facilities, and high graduate employability rate. Its strong linkages with leading companies within and outside the country provide opportunities for students to gain advanced professional training and experience. The university also carries out high-quality and socially relevant research in different areas of knowledge to contribute to the economic and technological development of the region. 

11. Academy of Performing Arts in Prague

• International Bachelor's Tuition: 0 CZK to 211,800 CZK
• Academy of Performing Arts in Prague Admissions Pages
• Academy of Performing Arts in Prague Tuition Pages

Established in 1945 in the heart of the Czech Republic’s capital city, the Academy of Performing Arts in Prague is the largest art school in the country. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs in music, film, theater, and dance. It plays a key role in promoting the country’s artistic and musical scene by organizing various performances, concerts, and other activities. The academy is also known for its vast international academic and professional networks where students can gain practical experience, build their portfolios, and establish meaningful connections that can be useful for their future careers. 

12. Masaryk University

• International Bachelor's Tuition: 0 CZK to 170,400 CZK
• Masaryk University Admissions Pages
• Masaryk University Tuition Pages

Masaryk University is the Czech Republic’s second-largest university and is well-known for its modern, world-class facilities, laboratories, lecture halls, and research centers. The university offers a diverse selection of academic fields designed to prepare its students for the professional world. It is also known for its high graduate employability, where 98% of its graduates are employed right after graduation in jobs that are related to their fields. 

13. Mendel University in Brno

• Mendel University in Brno Admissions Pages
• Mendel University in Brno Tuition Pages

Mendel University in Brno is a public institution for higher education specializing in different areas of agriculture, forestry, and development studies. It is known for its unique campus surrounded by wide areas of university-owned forests where its students can examine a variety of plant and animal species. The university also teams up with academic and research institutions around the world in conducting exchange programs, internships, and research projects focusing on addressing climate change and promoting environmental sustainability. 

14. University of South Bohemia in Ceske Budejovice

• International Bachelor's Tuition: 0 CZK to 500 CZK
• University of South Bohemia in Ceske Budejovice Admissions Pages
• University of South Bohemia in Ceske Budejovice Tuition Pages

Founded in 1991, the University of South Bohemia in Ceske Budejovice has established itself as the top young university in the Czech Republic and one of the top 300 in the world. It offers a wide range of study programs in the natural and social sciences and strives to facilitate a dynamic and supportive learning environment that focuses on the individual growth and success of every student. It also has over 450 partner universities in different countries to conduct mobility and exchange programs. 

15. PRIGO University

• PRIGO University Admissions Pages
• PRIGO University Tuition Pages

One of the few private Czech universities where tuition fees are not imposed is PRIGO University. It has always valued pro-inclusiveness, as one of its primary goals is to provide free education to all aspiring individuals. Admitted students, regardless of nationality, can complete their studies without having to pay for tuition, provided that students will complete their studies within the standard duration of the study. The university also offers various opportunities for its students, such as numerous academic resources, mentorship, exchange programs, training, and seminars.

Cheap Master's Colleges and Universities in Czech Republic for International Students

Here is the list of affordable institutions in Czech Republic ordered by their tuition fee for international master's students.

* Average Master’s International Tuition is 75,500 CZK for universities in czech republic.

• International Master's Tuition: 0 CZK to 135,000 CZK
• Domestic Master's Tuition: 0 CZK to 135,000 CZK

If you're looking to save the most on your graduate studies abroad, Czech University of Life Sciences Prague should be at the top of your list. International students here pay only 0 CZK to 135,000 CZK annually for their master's degree.

• International Master's Tuition: 0 CZK to 178,500 CZK
• Domestic Master's Tuition: 0 CZK to 178,500 CZK
• International Master's Tuition: 0 CZK to 70,000 CZK
• Domestic Master's Tuition: 0 CZK to 70,000 CZK

The tuition fee at University of Pardubice for incoming international master’s students is 0 CZK to 70,000 CZK. With its cheap rates, you can guarantee you’ll get a quality education without breaking the bank!

• International Master's Tuition: 0 CZK to 85,100 CZK
• Domestic Master's Tuition: 0 CZK to 85,100 CZK

Another affordable university to consider in Czech Republic is Brno University of Technology.

The tuition fee in Brno University of Technology for master’s program for foreign students starts from 0 CZK.

• International Master's Tuition: 0 CZK to 67,500 CZK

Aside from its outstanding quality of education, Tomas Bata University in Zlin has some of the lowest tuition fee prices for foreign students who are planning to take a master's degree here. International master's students only pay as low as 0 CZK yearly.

• International Master's Tuition: 0 CZK to 158,000 CZK

7. College of Polytechnics Jihlava

• International Master's Tuition: 0 CZK
• Domestic Master's Tuition: 0 CZK

8. University of West Bohemia

• International Master's Tuition: 0 CZK to 97,400 CZK
• Domestic Master's Tuition: 0 CZK to 97,400 CZK

9. Academy of Performing Arts in Prague

• International Master's Tuition: 0 CZK to 499,100 CZK
• International Master's Tuition: 0 CZK to 100,000 CZK

11. Masaryk University

• International Master's Tuition: 0 CZK to 170,400 CZK

12. Mendel University in Brno

• International Master's Tuition: 0 CZK to 80,000 CZK

13. PRIGO University

• International Master's Tuition: 0 CZK to 500 CZK

15. Technical University of Liberec

• International Master's Tuition: 0 CZK to 117,200 CZK
• Technical University of Liberec Admissions Pages
• Technical University of Liberec Tuition Pages

Established in 1953, the Technical University of Liberec has provided quality education for almost 70 years. Students in and out of the Czech Republic may apply for bachelor’s and master’s degree programs. These are handled by seven faculties and one institute, including the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and the Faculty of Textile Engineering. All students may access a variety of services such as residence halls, on-campus dining, university health care, and sports and leisure facilities.

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Evolution of environmental chemistry study program curricula in tertiary education: a case study and general implications

• Environmental Chemistry for A Pollution Free Society
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• Published: 01 June 2024

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Societal and scientific progress has led to the formation of new study programs, often with multidisciplinary curricula. Guarantors and teachers of such programs must be prepared to quickly adapt to the needs and demands of students, society, the job market, and the commercial sphere since many issues start surfacing during the first years of the programs’ life. Here we share our experience with such a process in the study program “Environment and Health” taught since 2019 at Masaryk University in Brno, Czech Republic. Feedback from students and alumni allows for improvement of the curriculum and organization of the program. We show feedback loops from three perspectives: Feedback from immediate short-term experience can be incorporated within a year, medium-term feedback loops can manifest after several years, and long-term ones even decades. While current students usually perceive only short- or medium-term issues, the philosophy and structure of the program must be built by predicting societal and commercial needs in the following decades. Such long-term aspects are often counterintuitive to students’ vision, but still have to be considered for the program to remain attractive to new applicants. Balancing the original vision, preparing and applying changes, and dealing with feedback on all levels are key managerial challenges of successful study programs.

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Introduction

Tertiary education is (typically) organized in large institutions (i.e., universities, colleges, professional and other schools, and here we will term all of them under a generic university ) that are also actively engaged in research and other societal activities such as outreach, applied and/or for-profit development, consulting, and policy development.

At contemporary institutions, the students usually choose one study program (SP) that offers a multitude of courses, constituting a curriculum with pre-defined learning and training outcomes and an alumnus profile. The particular courses follow a course syllabus. An accreditation body typically assures and controls the quality of education and decides on the accreditation of SPs and/or institutions. Advances in knowledge, scientific discoveries, and societal changes have usually been quickly transferred into tertiary education, leading to pressure on changes in curricula. Quantitative and semi-quantitative comparison of SPs across European universities is simple using The European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS)—a tool of the European Higher Education Area proposed by the Bologna declaration in 1999 (European Commission and Directorate-General for Education 2015 ).

Creation and design of new study programs

In many fields, SPs and their curricula seem to be relatively stable and do not change quickly. However, even in such fields, we can historically trace changes and creations of new SPs, often by branching existing ones, in the same way as we can trace the “creation” of new scientific fields. This process often follows the lifecycle of the scientific paradigm shift, as described by Kuhn (Kuhn and Hacking 2012 ). A good example could be sprung out in the chemical disciplines. Organic chemistry stemmed from (general) chemistry. Biochemistry stemmed from organic chemistry. Others resulted from interactions of two or more fields, e.g., molecular biology arose where chemistry was necessary to understand biological processes. Environmental chemistry arose where physical, organic, and other chemical disciplines were necessary to understand processes in nature, and analytical science became a tool. In both these scenarios leading to new SPs, their creation and curation require strategic planning, with considerations of the skills and knowledge of future alumni and their participation in the job market in the long term. For programs arising at interfaces of fields, building and balancing the interdisciplinarity of SPs are also very important.

To simplify the dynamics of SPs, we could divide the relevant processes into (1) the formation of SPs; and (2) changes, evolution, and interactions during the program life cycle. These processes might span decades or more. At European universities, more specialized SPs (including at the bachelor level) are typical; however, at US universities, rather general SPs prevail. Discussions about the scope, depth, syllabi, and details of a new SP are especially crucial for the more specialized SPs, as they possess a higher risk of increased dropout ratio, fueled by students who realize the particular specialization does not suit them only during the studies.

Why do we need feedback?

To keep potential students interested, actual students motivated, and alumni relevant for the job market, the curation of the SP curriculum is important. Inputs for curriculum management could come from feedback from all these groups, as well as from faculties, university management, and other stakeholders too (Benneworth and Jongbloed 2010 ; Jain et al. 2022 ). This idea is parallel to the fact that the success of for-profit companies depends on having working closed feedback loops, and such a strategy was also suggested to be implemented in governance (Whittle 2016 ). However, students’ feedback is primarily discussed within the context of a particular course or study unit (Malecka et al. 2022 ), but not so much in the context of SPs—higher hierarchy study units.

In this paper, we would like to shed light particularly on the evolution of SPs and feedback loops involved in this process and comment on the evolution of curricula of the study program Environment and Health (EH) at our institution as a case study and an example that allows us to suggest some generalizations. Our point of view is thus focused on programs in the sciences, especially those related to life, health, and environmental sciences.

Emerging study programs and environmental chemistry

Many tertiary education SPs have names that give a very clear idea about the curriculum content to the general audience, e.g., biology, chemistry, and mathematics, and many others, especially at technical, trade, or other specialized institutions, also imply a clear connection to a particular job, e.g., chemical engineering or medical genetics. With the exception of programs with a connection to a professional career pathway, these are almost always representations of traditional and established fields. On the other hand, many of the emerging or multidisciplinary curricula, despite being created with very good reasoning, job-market research, and SWOT analysis, could run into issues of communication, misleading names, general misunderstandings, or even miss the potential auditoria (prospective students, employees, etc.).

The origins of SPs focused on environmental chemistry trace back to research on the observable effects of pollution on humans (e.g., “The great London smog”) (Stone 2002 ) or ecosystems (e.g., of DDT on populations of eagles) (Carson 1962 ). These have often been very closely related to analytical and physical chemistry but have been expanded to other subdomains of chemistry. In a recent study, it was shown that there are inconsistencies, and significantly variable shares of time/credits are now allocated to courses covering various chemical disciplines (Lammel et al. 2014 ). At about the same time, the formation of SPs in toxicology, ecotoxicology, and other fields relevant to the environment was advancing. Over time, the relationship between chemicals, environment, and health became the key concept in environmental and related fields, and the concept of the exposome with all its roles is now discussed in detail (Gao 2021 ; Barouki et al. 2022 ; Price et al. 2022 ). The concept of One Health similarly interconnects human, animal, and environmental health (Schwabe 1984 ; Zinsstag et al. 2011 ; Destoumieux-Garzón et al. 2018 ; Gao 2021 ). The emergence of such interdisciplinary concepts, research topics, approaches, paradigms, and changes in the philosophy of particular fields is often followed by the development of the SPs. In environmental sciences, this has led to the appearance of integrative programs covering a wide range of topics in environmental sciences and health, including the one at Masaryk University.

Study program Environment and Health

Our SP Environment and Health (EH)—bachelor ( a ) and following master ( b )—were created with the philosophy of education in the fields related and important for understanding environment and health, which translated into key requirements of:

Solid chemical and biological background to build upon (mainly a )

Orientation in environmental and (eco)toxicological issues (basics in a , in-depth in b )

Interdisciplinary understanding and ability to interconnect knowledge (mainly b )

Understanding and hands-on experience in a wide array of laboratory and field skills (both a and b )

Presentation, teamwork, and other soft (transferable) skills (both a and b )

These programs started at Masaryk University in 2019 at the bachelor (3 years) and master (2 years) levels (see Supporting Information for details on organization of the tertiary education in the Czech Republic) and have been open for applications every year since. Typically, each year there are about 100–120 applicants and about 30 students starting the first year of bachelor SP.

Feedback loops

To learn more about students’ views on the programs and expectations and to get inputs for data-based decisions on program management, we are continuously investigating the motivation of students, their understanding of the SP, their views, and opinions, by questionnaires, interviews, offering counseling by designated faculty members from the Department, and specialized counselors or ombudspersons at the level of school or university. Additional feedback is facilitated by an SP board (see Supporting Information for more details). Across the entire university, students evaluate courses and teachers using an anonymous questionnaire at the end of each term. Altogether, these represent a wealth of pathways for getting feedback from students on various aspects of courses, curricula, etc.

We divided the feedback into three roughly defined feedback loops: (a) short-term, (b) medium-term, and (c) long-term (Fig.  1 ). The division is based on the feedback’s nature and content; potential implementation of changes, suggested responses, and actions; and the time necessary for implementation and observation of the effects. The simplest questions and suggestions are often regarding the quality of in-course teaching, course syllabi, course integration in the curriculum (incl., e.g., mandatory/voluntary course status, substantial changes in syllabus), and addition of a new course or a course withdrawal, which all could be gathered, processed, and analyzed very quickly. In many cases, the changes based on the feedback analysis could be implemented within the next academic year (i.e., typical reaction and implementation time is 1–2 years) and are considered here as short term. Medium feedback loops involve, e.g., job market situation, increase in or even newly appeared demand for particular skill sets, emerging new jobs or jobs ceasing to exist, and societal changes, particularly short term. These are sometimes expressed, e.g., by large funding schemes (such as EU’s Framework Programmes for Research and Technological Development, with Horizon Europe running now) (European Commission 2023 ). Other important inputs are the recently launched European Skills Agenda for Sustainable Competitiveness, Social Fairness and Resilience (European Commission 2020 ) and the already set global goals of sustainable development (United Nations 2015 ). Lastly, the long-term loops involve analysis and predictions of whole-career pathways, long-term society changes such as the role and function of tertiary education and philosophy of education. From this perspective, the whole concept of education looks very different, and this perspective is not the focus of this work.

Lifetime of the study programs and a simplified formal diagram of feedback loops of different timescales

During the 5 years of existence of our SP Environment and Health (both bachelor and master), while collecting feedback in all the abovementioned ways, we often heard students sharing the same view, paraphrased: “I never thought, that there will be so much chemistry in the environmental sciences.” On the contrary, professionals in research and development acknowledge the relevance of the concept of “Chemistry as a central science” (Balaban and Klein 2006 ; Brown et al. 2022 ) in environmental sciences. The understanding of the need for such a profound chemical background in the curriculum was also reported by our alumni. However, a share of students reported that they were interpreting the name of the SP as one focusing on environmentalism, not environmental chemistry, and on health outcomes of environmental issues, not mechanisms and risks. This was answered with several responses. The quick response was the introduction of a 2-h, full-term course (2 ETCS) on chemical calculations (with a dedicated instructor and small groups of students, not more than 20) and several seminars explaining the concepts of the SP, exposome, and overview of interrelationships of environment, health, and necessary basic fields and changes in communication of the program to potential students. The space devoted to inorganic chemistry was reported by students to be unnecessarily high, as the original concept contained courses evenly covering all basic chemical disciplines. We significantly cut it down and the freed space was reallocated to chemistry calculations—a technical transferable skill itself (all within the first year of study). The medium-term response was the introduction of two specializations—(a) environmental chemistry and toxicology and (b) environmental health, starting in 2023. These immediate simple responses, such as the introduction of the chemical calculations course, had a very quick effect of decreasing the dropout rate from the study (from ca. 40% before to ~ 20% after) and decreasing the rate of students leaving for another SP.

Students who advanced into later years of study and alumni generally provide positive feedback about practical courses (laboratory and field) in the curriculum. These are relatively evenly distributed throughout all years of EH SP in the bachelor level and first year of the master level, which is generally appreciated by students, as it helps keep their motivation high by offering a chance to acquire hands-on practical experience throughout the study. However, we observed students asking for courses more closely related to health and environment, as the first 2 years of the curriculum are mainly introductory to many basic biology and chemistry topics, including practical courses (see Supporting Information for details). To follow this demand and this motivation channel, a field course in the first year, as well as an expanded time for a general introductory seminar, was added to the curriculum. In the master’s SP, the situation is different; the practical and hands-on courses are already specialized, and a fair share of them is based on a problem-solving approach (Jansson et al. 2015 ) and is well accepted by students.

In line with the rapidly changing job market, emerging new skill sets and vanishing interest in others, and along a perspective of preparing alumni who will be pursuing their professional careers for about the next four decades, we put an emphasis on soft- and transferrable skills and bolster the will for and confidence in life-long learning as the key concept. To create space for their roles in the job market—both as a participant and as a creator—a series of mandatory seminars on transferrable skills (during the first 2 years of bachelor SP; 1 ETCS per term) was created and tailored to the anticipated needs of the EH SP. They cover areas such as (a) basic IT/software tools and knowledge, (b) basic scholarly skills, (c) scientific thinking, methods, and approaches to problems, and (d) presentation skills. On the basis of anonymous course feedback questionnaires and interviews with students, we found that they typically assess the courses and/or particular topics in the curricula through the lens of usefulness, especially in the short-term horizon (Fig.  2 ). We thought that this would lead, e.g., to understanding the usefulness of classes on skills such as primary and scientific literature search and writing. On the other hand, students often find the scientific thinking and research skills, shaping and falsifying hypotheses, a bit too little connected to their ongoing study, and perhaps welcome more general critical thinking. Thus, to paraphrase the students’ feedback (both anonymous and non-anonymous), teaching basic office software is useless because they know it well; scientific thinking is useless because they do not see a direct practical application; and presentation skills are very useful and should be allocated more hours. As a reaction, we substantially changed over half of the soft-skill seminar curriculum in the first term, decreased the timeshare allocated for general and office software packages, and allocated much more time for an introduction to specialized software tools (such as advanced graphs, basic data analysis, basic statistics, geographic information systems, infographics, biological and chemical objects, structures). However, we decided not to remove unpopular topics such as scientific thinking and instead focused on improving their attractiveness and communicating their usefulness.

Feedback as perceived by students and from a long-term perspective

Long-term outlook

The given examples of feedback and responses are illustrative of the fact that we view the SP(s) not as a permanent curriculum but rather as a process (Fig.  3 ). This is particularly important for emerging fields and fields undergoing rapid changes (such as environmental sciences and health). However, most of the students’ feedback (including the described examples) confronts, comments, or questions courses and topics with regard to short-term usefulness. The overall philosophy of the SP is considered very rarely. In addition, one of the very typical questions is “What will be my job?” The options start surfacing only during the last year of the bachelor SP or even during the following master’s program, which we found to be discouraging to students, and they often expect training for a job market from the first year.

Conceptual viewpoint on a study program as a process of improvement. Stakeholders of higher education usually have different views on the ideal SP and only one (an example) is shown for clarity. Personal interests may include anyone related to the SP, e.g., students, teachers, or administrators, and their interests do not fully overlap

This correlates well with the question of the role of education, as discussed by Liessmann (Liessmann 2008 ). Commercial and, unfortunately, often also societal demand for education is to be primarily training for a role (e.g., a job type), not for the life of alumnus and future of the society, or simply as a value in itself. Often one of the most important parameters of a program’s success is the number of alumni that managed to find a job “in their field.” In natural sciences, that usually means focusing on the quality of hard science and practical skills. Improving society by creating an intellectual elite capable of tackling future complex issues that combine scientific, social, philosophical, economic, or political aspects is not an easily quantifiable aim and thus practically not an aim at all. However, complex issues, such as those in the environment and health, need such a complex approach.

To wrap up, we see value in students’ feedback on the SP curriculum, courses, and teachers. From the point of view of SP management, it is one of the quickest types of feedback and allows testing of solutions to reported issues and creating short feedback loops. Feedback processes are often difficult to manage, and feedback literacy should be cultivated on both students’ and teachers’ sides (Carless and Winstone 2023 ). They are an important element of students’ learning (Clynes and Raftery 2008 ) and a transferrable skill by itself.

Conclusions and future remarks

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PRAGUE (Reuters) -NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg on Friday dismissed warnings by Russian President Vladimir Putin that allowing Ukraine to use Western weapons to strike inside Russian territory might lead to an escalation.

Speaking on the sidelines of a NATO foreign ministers' meeting in Prague, Stoltenberg said the alliance had heard such warnings many times before and self-defence was not escalation.

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Putin on Tuesday warned NATO members against allowing Ukraine to fire their weapons into Russia and raised once again the risk of nuclear war after several allies lifted restrictions imposed on the use of weapons donated to Kyiv.

In a marked policy shift, U.S. President Joe Biden approved Ukraine using U.S. weapons to strike targets inside Russia that were attacking the Ukrainian city of Kharkiv, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken confirmed in Prague.

He said Washington's move was a result of a U.S. strategy of adjusting and adapting to the battleground, indicating that Moscow's attacks on Kharkiv have necessitated this.

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Russian fighter jets flying inside Russia out of reach of Ukrainian air defences have been supporting the offensive by loosing high-precision glide bombs at Ukrainian defence lines and into Kharkiv, where they have caused numerous civilian casualties.

Stoltenberg said Ukraine had the right to strike legitimate military targets inside Russia, especially since the border and the front line near Kharkiv were more or less the same, and it was not reasonable to assume Kyiv should not hit back.

"Ukraine has the right for self-defence, we have the right to help Ukraine uphold the right for self-defence, and that does not make NATO allies a party to the conflict," he added. "That was the case back in February 2022, that was the case last year, that remains the case."

In Berlin on Friday, a German government spokesman said Ukraine could use weapons supplied by Berlin to defend itself against attacks launched from just inside Russia against the Kharkiv border region, in accordance with international law.

In Prague, Dutch Foreign Minister Hanke Bruins Slot stressed Ukraine's right to self-defence without imposing geographical limits on the use of weapons.

But other allies such as Italy refuse to go this far, with its foreign minister arguing that his country was banned by the constitution from allowing Kyiv to use donated weapons outside Ukraine.

Lithuania's Foreign Minister Gabrielius Landsbergis called on these allies to change their stance since "the time is coming when it will be determined whether we as an alliance are serious ... about assisting Ukraine to win this war".

"I have always been of an opinion that Ukrainians are absolutely capable of defining the targets. I have full confidence that they know and understand what is needed, where the threat comes from," Landsbergis told reporters.

His comments were echoed by his Polish counterpart Radoslaw Sikorski, who stressed that Warsaw had never imposed such restrictions.

"We wish Ukraine victory, we wish them the recovery of all the occupied territories ... Ukraine has the right to defend itself according to the rules of humanitarian law."

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An Israeli university granted ASU President Michael Crow an honorary degree. Here's why

Arizona State University President Michael Crow received an honorary doctoral degree for his work in higher education during a trip to Ben-Gurion University in southern Israel this week.

Officials with the Israeli university said the degree was a recognition of Crow’s leadership at ASU over the last two decades, particularly for his approach to higher education accessibility, often called the “New American University” model.  The two universities have been in a partnership for the last 15 years.

“As new kinds of egalitarian universities like Ben-Gurion and ASU emerge, it’s nice to get recognition that the model is important,” Crow said of the honor , which was bestowed on Tuesday.

Next month, Ben-Gurion University President Daniel Chamovitz will continue discussions stemming from the ASU partnership in a webinar: “What is a Fifth-Wave University and How Will It Lead Israel Forward?”

“Today, we recognize Dr. Crow not only for his visionary leadership at ASU but also for his substantial influence on our strategies for advancing education and community development in the Negev,” Chamovitz said in a statement.

In his statements at the ceremony, Crow condemned the October 7th attacks in which close to 1,200 people were killed in Israel, according to counts from Israeli officials.

"It is hard to imagine here, almost eight months after the attack, that 'the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends toward justice' in the words of Martin Luther King," Crow said . "This is a difficult and long process."

The visit from Crow comes weeks after a protest led by ASU students and pro-Palestinian advocates ended in the arrests of more than 70 people on campus. The group was one of more than a hundred similar demonstrations across the country calling on their respective universities to cut ties with Israel amid the seventh month of war in Gaza that has killed more than 30,000 Palestinians . The protesters also called on Crow to resign his position and demanded an official statement from ASU condemning the violence in Gaza.

Following the arrests, Crow said ASU had an opportunity to impact a national discourse but did not specifically address the demands.

“We can and should learn from perspectives different from our own,” he said in a statement shared before his visit to Israel. “And we should embrace the opportunity we have to do this in a safe environment here at the university, free from hostility and fear."

Earlier this month, video widely circulated online showed a woman wearing a hijab being cornered on a sidewalk at ASU’s campus by former ASU instructor Jonathan Yudelman. The man is seen yelling at the woman and referring to her using expletives as she tries to leave an ongoing pro-Israel demonstration on a bike. Yudelman was placed on leave with Crow later saying he was banned from ASU.

“He is no longer permitted to be on campus and will never teach here again,” Crow said in a statement.

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