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VSB - Technical University of Ostrava

VSB - Technical University of Ostrava

VSB - Technical University of Ostrava

Introduction

Who we are

Founded in 1849, VSB - Technical University of Ostrava (VSB-TUO) is a Czech public university with a long tradition in high-quality engineering education and research. These traditional core values have been continually updated to reflect current state-of-the-art technologies and the ever-evolving needs of the industry. VSB-TUO has strong links to industry and thrives on applied research, in cooperation with companies and institutions worldwide, in finding innovative solutions to modern-day issues.

Study at VSB-TUO places an emphasis on practical training, whilst investigating real problems from today’s state-of-the-art industries, using the latest software and instruments. In many subjects 50% of the coursework is practically oriented, perfectly complimenting the advanced theoretical instruction, and ensuring that graduates have gained the education and experience sought by employers the world over.

Vision

We are among the foremost European universities offering technical and economic education, conducting applied and basic research and ensuring necessary technical guidance, consultation and expert service to society.

Our mission

We are a part of the university system that is the highest level of the educational system in the Czech Republic. We pass on knowledge, develop skills and create a space for the professional growth of individuals and the development of the whole society in areas with technological and economic specializations. We cooperate with governmental organizations, local authorities, domestic and foreign universities, scientific institutions, organizations, and individuals. Our fundamental task is:

  • Providing higher education
  • Develop research and development
  • Develop cooperation with practice

Code of Ethics

With the Code of Ethics VSB – Technical University of Ostrava, as a bearer of European culture and education, proclaims the moral values resulting from the European cultural environment and thus strives for a high standard of ethical conduct beyond the mandatory legal norms.

Statistics

  • 3176 successful graduates this year
  • 40% of VSB-TUO graduates are women
  • Over 100 benefits of a graduate card

    Campus Features

    A modern campus that we keep upgrading

    We constantly develop our campus to ensure a quality environment for our students, with new and renovated buildings, research centers, laboratories, and comfortable classrooms.

    The Campus of VSB-TUO houses all kinds of facilities for students, employees, but also for the general public. Our campus can be a second home for you.

    One of the largest campuses in Central Europe

    The campus of VSB - Technical University of Ostrava is one of the largest in Central Europe. Apart from accommodation it also offers catering services, sports, and cultural facilities and a number of other services. On this campus, you can also find a post office, student shops, and a free wifi connection for all students. Within the campus, there is also a gallery, a library, and a PC pavilion. Students can use the services of a local doctor, a psychologist or a career consultant.

    The campus of VSB-TUO offers a wide range of sports facilities for students, employees, but also for the general public. Within the campus, there are outdoor badminton and volleyball courts, a climbing wall, indoor basketball and volleyball courts, and a football pitch with artificial turf. You can play table tennis, try to practice martial arts, go to fitness centers, or to our aerobic hall where you can choose between fast or slow forms of exercises. A public swimming pool is within reach - only one tram stop away.

    The main campus of VSB-TUO is situated in the very pleasant surroundings of Poruba - in the vicinity of a forest, with paths for in-line skating or cycling. The campus is linked by public transport to other parts of Ostrava, even at night. Ostrava is very well accessible not only by train but, now that the motorway has been completed, also by bus and car.

    There are 7 faculties at VSB - Technical University of Ostrava. Four out of the seven faculties are located in one campus, which is the largest campus in the Czech Republic. There is a Faculty of Economics located in the city centre, a Faculty of Civil Engineering located within 10 minutes walking distance from the main campus and there is a Faculty of Safety Engineering, which is located in different part of the city of Ostrava.

    VSB-TUO offers accommodation in large dormitories which are located on the campus and within walking distance to most of the faculties.

      Scholarships and Funding

      VSB-TUO offers a Full-degree scholarship, which is intended for foreign applicants of full-time study of bachelor's, follow-up master's or doctoral study programme in English at VSB – Technical University of Ostrava and for foreign students of the first year of full-time study of bachelor's, follow-up master's or doctoral study programme in English at VSB-TUO.

      Why study at VSB - Technical University of Ostrava

      Study at VSB-TUO places an emphasis on practical training, whilst investigating real problems from today’s state-of-the-art industries, using the latest software and instruments. In many subjects 50% of the coursework is practically oriented, perfectly complimenting the advanced theoretical instruction, and ensuring that graduates have gained the education and experience sought by employers the world over. VSB-TUO has strong links to industry and thrives on applied research, in cooperation with companies and institutions worldwide, in finding innovative solutions to modern day issues.

      Awards & Accreditations

      HR Award

      European Charter for Researchers & the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers

      Silver Medal Award won by Faculty of Mechanical Engineering (VSB-TUO)

      'School recommended by employers' Survey

      Silver medalist

      International Award for Student Satisfaction

      Campus Life & Facilities

      VSB-TUO is home to International Contact Point for international students and academics. International Contact Point is an office and meeting space dedicated to providing assistance services.

      There are also catering services where every day up to 15 types of cooked meals and short orders are prepared, which include vegetarian and gluten-free foods. Complementary purchases are provided by 5 buffets and by a popular pizza restaurant, which prepares 20 kinds of pizza.

      VSB-TUO has available widespread and good quality grounds for sports, not only for students and employees.

      There's a world of opportunities in the international environment of VSB-TUO. You'll get to know students from all over the world and enjoy life in a student city.

      VSB-TUO is also home to its own art gallery and library, the Prof. F. Pošepný Geological Pavilion and an Observatory and Planetarium, which offer a wide range of events which are open to the public. These include exhibitions, fairs, film screenings, talks, and activities for children and schools. Each year VSB-TUO also organises Art & Science, an event for the general public, which offers workshops led by the faculties and students, introducing scientific experiments, research and the work of the University.

      VSB-TUO has the largest central campus in the Czech Republic and one of the largest in Central Europe. The main campus of VSB-TUO is situated in the very pleasant surroundings of Ostrava-Poruba which is linked by excellent public transport to other parts of Ostrava, even at night.

      The campus is connected by WiFi, and home to cafes, beach-volleyball and tennis courts, football pitches, in-line skating and cycling tracks, pubs, clubs, and all the places you need to study and relax.

      Locations

      • Ostrava

        17. listopadu 2172/15, 708 00 , , Ostrava

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