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Welcome to the FAQ section for exchange students at UCT Prague. Here you will find answers to the most common questions about studying or doing a traineeship with us.

If you need further assistance, contact: incoming@vscht.cz

Academic & Financial Basics

1. Can I participate in Erasmus+ if I study outside the EU? Erasmus+ is available only to students from Programme Countries (EU + associated countries: North Macedonia, Serbia, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Turkey). Your home university must also have a bilateral agreement with UCT Prague. Please check this with your Erasmus+ coordinator.
2. Do I pay any tuition fees? No. As an Erasmus+ or other exchange student, your tuition fees are waived.

Language & Requirements

3. What is the language of instruction? All courses listed in the Erasmus+ catalogues are taught in English.
4. Do I need English language certification? Yes. You must provide proof of English level B2 (CEFR) as part of your application.
5. I’m not sure if my English certificate will be accepted. Contact the Department of International Relations for clarification.

Courses & Credits

6. How many credits do I need? Exchange students must complete min. 20 ECTS per semester.
7. Which courses can I choose?
  • Bachelor’s students: courses from the undergraduate catalogue
  • Master’s students: courses from both undergraduate + graduate catalogues
💡 Note: Mixing both levels may create timetable overlaps → may require Learning Agreement changes.
8. Can Bachelor’s students take Master’s courses? Only in exceptional cases and with prior approval from the Department of International Relations. Master’s courses require specific background knowledge (see course “Entry Requirements”).
9. Can I take courses not listed in the Course Catalogue? Only exceptionally and with prior approval. For Czech-taught courses, contact the Department of International Relations in advance.

Internships & Traineeships

10. I want to do an internship/final project at UCT Prague. What is the procedure? Send us: Motivation letter (interests, topic, research background), CV, and Transcript of Records. We will help you find a supervisor. More instructions: How to apply for an internship.
Financial support: UCT Prague does not provide funding for internships.

Application Process & Arrival

11. Do I need to send original documents? No. Applications are submitted by email only. Double-degree students may be asked to bring official copies.
12. When will I receive a decision? Usually within 4 weeks, provided your application is complete. Incomplete applications cause delays.
13. When should I arrive? Exchange students should arrive for Orientation Week, which includes Enrollment Day. Check the Academic Calendar for exact dates. Trainees start according to their agreement with their supervisor.
14. I cannot attend Enrollment Day. What should I do? Inform the Department of International Relations in advance. Your enrollment will be arranged individually. Absence can be excused for max. 14 days after semester start.
15. When are Orientation Week, classes, and exams? See the Academic Calendar, Study-related Information, or Arrival webpages. Orientation Week normally begins one week before the academic year starts.

Visa & Accommodation

16. I am a non-EU applicant and need a visa. What is the procedure? All information is available on the Visa webpage. The process is long—please read everything carefully.
17. Will I get accommodation at UCT Prague? Exchange students can apply for accommodation in the UCT Prague Halls of Residence. So far, all international applicants have been accommodated. Apply via: erasmus.accom@vscht.cz. Accommodation is provided in double rooms only.
18. When will I know if my accommodation application was accepted? You will receive an email from the accommodation office approximately 14 days before arrival, confirming your assigned residence.