About the University

In general, Czech Universities, colleges and specialized institutions are sought after by students from all over the world for their attractive and high quality fields of study. The University of Veterinary and Pharmaceutical Sciences (UVPS Brno) is no exception. Established in 1918, The University of Veterinary and Pharmaceutical Sciences Brno is the foremost pedagogical and research facility in the country. The University of Veterinary and Pharmaceutical Sciences Brno consists of three faculties:

• The Faculty of Veterinary Hygiene and Ecology (FVHE)
• The Faculty of Veterinary Medicine (FVM) and
• The Faculty of Pharmacy (FaF)

It has a total of 31 departments, numerous clinics, several prestigious libraries, and a dedicated University farm and wildlife center. Spread over 13 hectares of campus in Brno, the second largest city in the Czech Republic, the university is both tranquil and accessible. It is within a few hours car or train ride to Prague, Vienna, and Bratislava and is easily accessible via several international airports from Western Europe.

Faculty of Veterinary Medicine

The Faculty of Veterinary Medicine (FVM) at UVPS Brno is one of the university’s oldest and most prestigious faculties. In 2004, responding to longstanding international demand for vet studies in English, the FVM established a special English language Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree program. This six-year degree program, taught exclusively in English, is based on the standard D.V.M. program offered at the University. Not only are all courses conducted in English, but the curriculum is tailored to the international practice of veterinary medicine. The English Language D.V.M. program is quite exclusive. While 900 students are enrolled in the Czech D.V.M. degree program, only 180 participate in the English Language program.

Cost of Living

A free market, stable economy and developed democratic principles in the Czech Republic have all contributed to raising the buying power of the country's citizens. In fact, this indicator is quickly approaching that of the European Union, whose common market the country joined on May 1, 2004. Moreover, the average salary is increasing both in the private and public sectors and the Czech crown continues to strengthen against foreign currencies. 

*These expenses are based on past average monthly expenses that students incurred for one academic year. These expenses exclude, among others, personal needs, university admission fees, flights, visas, insurance.

Housing

It can be said that the standard of housing in the Czech Republic is quite high. The fact that the country's more than one million prefabricated apartments are gradually being reconstructed is a positive trend. All apartments and homes are equipped with heat and running water. The average Czech salary is on the increase, allowing more and more people to invest in the construction of architecturally interesting and well-equipped homes and apartments. It is possible to rent an apartment in the city for about €200-€240 per month.

Student Dormitories

The university provides students with accommodation in the university dormitories (Kaunic's Hall of Residence) in single rooms for €120 per month (cost includes water and heating but excludes electricity). Dormitory service includes: bed sheets (changing every 3rd week), depository, possibility of washing, internet access, possibility to borrow iron, vacuum cleaner, TV, access to bike-room, TV room, PC room, playground outside the dormitory, telephone, and restaurant.  

Travel Expenses

Travel expenses vary depending on where a student is from and how often they intend to travel home. The method of transport- whether by plane, rail or bus- will also have an impact on overall costs. We recommend the following websites to help you price out your travel costs:

The Official Website of the Czech Republic http://www.czech.cz/en/basic-facts/transport/

Star Travel, s.r.o. www.startravel.sk

STA Travel Worldwide:www.statravelgroup.com

By airplane

Brno airport-Brno international airport is a small regional airport. Since April 2005 RyanAir has been operating direct flights between Brno and Stansted (London).
Vienna (Wien) international airport in Austria-Vienna airport is about 2,5 hours from Brno.
Prague (Praha) international airport in the Czech Republic-Prague’s airport is about 3 hours from Brno. Buses from Prague (bus station Florenc) to Brno go daily in approximately 30 minute intervals. The journey takes about 2.5 hours. There are also buses run by Czech Airlines, going daily from Prague-Ruzyn airport to Brno and back.
Bratislava international airport in Slovakia airport-This international airport, located approximately 2 hours from Brno, is served by Air Slovakia (www. airslovakia.sk) and Slovak Airlines (www.slovakairlines.sk), along with other major airlines. Low cost airlines Sky Europe (www.skyeurope.com) and Ryanair (www.ryanair.com) also fly to Slovakia from all over Europe.  Take a train or bus from Bratislava to Brno.

By train and bus

Brno is easily reachable from nearly all European cities by train or bus. Please visit the English language website of the Czech Transport Ministry to determine the best routing and pricing information for you. 

Useful Information

University Library
Building Nr. 24 at the UVPS Campus
Hours of Attendance: Mo-Thu 8:00 - 20:00, Fri 8:00 - 16:00
Tel: 541562080
 -Copying service and internet available

PC Room for students
Building Nr. 24 in the University Library and University Hall of Residence
- Internet room available

Kaunic's Hall of Residence - Student Dormitory
Director
Ludmila Horackova
Tel: +42...
E-mail: horackoval@vfu.cz

Officer
Renata Kamanova
Tel: +42...
E-mail: kamanovar@vfu.cz

Residence Operator
Alena Bartuschkova
Tel: +42...
E-mail: bartuschkovaa@vfu.cz
Office hours:
Mon-Wed 9.30-11.00.  Thurs 9.30-17.00

Kaunic's Hall of Residence
Kralova 45
616 64 Brno
Czech Republic
Phone: +42...
Fax: +420 54121 0333

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