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Comenius University in Bratislava
(Exchange Program)
(Outgoing Program)
Biology, Business, Economics, Education, Health Professions, International Studies, Liberal Arts, Mathematics, Physics, Sciences, Sociology
Undergraduate/Graduate:
Graduate, Undergraduate
Application Fee:
250
Program Description:
Comenius University in Bratislava
Comenius university in Bratislava has 13 faculties and serves 27,000 students each year within all three-degree study programs, 21,000 of whom are full-time students. Comenius university offers diverse study programs encompassing a broad range of human knowledge - from medicine, humanities and social sciences, to natural sciences, mathematics and theology.
Comenius University in Bratislava is the oldest and largest university in the Slovak Republic. It was founded on June 27th, 1919 and follows the university tradition of the Academia Istropolitana which was established in Bratislava by Matthias Corvinus, the Hungarian King, in 1465.
Bratislava is the capital of Slovakia and, with a population of about 500,000, the country's largest city. Bratislava is in southwestern Slovakia, occupying both banks of the Danube River and the left bank of the Morava River. Bordering Austria and Hungary, it is the only national capital that borders two independent countries. Bratislava is the political, cultural, and economic center of Slovakia. It is the seat of the Slovak president, the parliament, and the Slovak Executive. It is home to several universities, museums, theatres, galleries and other important cultural and educational institutions. Many of Slovakia's large businesses and financial institutions also have headquarters there. The history of the city has been strongly influenced by people of different nations and religions.
Academics
Areas of study open to undergraduate exchange students:
Management, Social and Economic Sciences, European Studies, Central European Studies, Pharmacy, Law, Natural Sciences, Mathematics, Physics, Medicine, Education
Open undergraduate areas of study taught in English:
Management, Social and Economic Sciences, European Studies, Central European Studies, Law
Areas of study open to graduate exchange students in English:
Management, Social and Economic Sciences, European Studies, Law
Majority of courses offered at Comenius University in Bratislava are generally in Slovak language. The number of courses offered in Slovak language is much higher than that in other languages. You are invited to join a Slovak language course that will fit you better.
The University of Comenius offers a basic course of Slovak language (40 hours) free of charge.
Important Dates
Fall
Spring
Program Dates:
September 18th - December
February 12th - May
Exam Period(s):
January - February
May - June
*Please note, these are estimated dates and are subject to change. For the most updated information, please visit the host university website.
Costs
Estimated Monthly Costs of Living in Euro:
Housing: 85
Meals: 180
Local Transportation: 20
Health Insurance: 40-100
Additional Fees: 17 Euro for ISIC card - optional (e.g. ISIC means 50% discount on public transportation)
Housing
Options
International students have guaranteed accommodation at the university’s dormitory, if you fill out the on-line application form and pay deposit. It is located in Slavicie Údolie (Bratislava 4 – district of Karlova Ves), area of Mlynská Dolina, neighboring protected regional countryside of Malé Karpaty – Sitina, away from busy traffic routes but still conveniently located by the Bratislava city centre (about 5 min. by car, or 10 min. by public transport – bus).
For more information, please visit the University’s Housing Website
Helpful Links
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** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.
