About Olomouc & Czechia
Olomouc has the highest proportion of university students in the Czech Republic. But this is more than just a statistic, it shapes everyday life.
Here, the university is not separate from the city. It is part of its identity.
• Everything is within walking distance: faculties, residence halls, cafés, and parks
Lower living costs than in Prague and many other European cities
A safe and compact urban envronment
Reliable public transport
High-quality services at reasonable prices
Vibrant café and gastro culture
Music and cultural festivals throughout the year
A lively nightlife
Waterparks and sports facilities
Easy access to mountains, forests, and caves
Direct train connections to Prague, Vienna, Kraków, and Bratislava
Enjoy life in a historic city that is home to a UNESCO World Heritage Site: without the crowds and high costs of a capital city.
Czechia, officially the Czech Republic, is a country in Central Europe, bordered by Germany, Poland, Slovakia and Austria. Its capital is Prague, the official language is Czech, and the currency is the Czech koruna — CZK. Czechia is a member of the European Union and the Schengen Area.
Czechia is known for its rich history, safe environment, high-quality education, reliable public transport and beautiful historic cities. The coundry has four distinct seasons, with warm summers, cold winters and mild spring and autumn months.
Czechia is easy to reach by air, train, bus or car. The country's main international airport is in Prague, with excelent rail and bus connections to other Czech cities.
Visa requirements depend on your nationality and the length of your stay.
EU/EEA and Swiss citizens do not need a visa to enter, study, or work in Czechia. A valid passport or national ID card is sufficient.
Non-EU citizens may need a Schengen visa for stays of up to 90 days. For longer stays, such as for study or research, a long-term visa or residence permit is usually required. Always check the latest requirements with the Czech embassy or official Czech government websites before travelling.
Czechia has a well-developed healthcare system. EU citizens should bring their European Health Insurance Card (EHIC). Non-EU citizens usually need valid health insurance for the duration of their stay.
In case of emergency, call 112.
Czechia has a long academic tradition and many internationally respected universities. The higher education system follows the European three-cycle structure of Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral degree programmes.
Public universities usually offer degree programmes taught in Czech free of charge, while programmes taught in English or other foreign languages may require tuition fees.
