Foundation Programme at Masaryk University
Best fit
Students who want an official Masaryk campus-based preparation route before General Medicine or Dentistry, with a fixed weekly schedule and faculty teaching environment.
Important limit
Read the progression wording carefully. Masaryk describes a possible admission route based on course results, but this is still not an unconditional guarantee.
Application and course timeline
Applications open
Students submit the Foundation Programme e-application from this date.
Purchase window
The official page says the courses are available to purchase online during this window.
Course starts
The programme starts in Brno in mid-October 2026.
Course ends
The published course period runs through mid-March 2027.
What applicants upload
- Foundation Programme e-application.
- CV as part of the e-application.
- Scanned documents certifying completion of secondary school education, such as secondary school diploma, A-levels results or IB diploma in English.
Confirmation and tuition
Masaryk says that if all documents meet the requirements, the e-application is confirmed and students receive payment instructions. Acceptance documents are provided after payment.
Subjects and weekly study load
| Subject | Total hours | Weekly format | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biology | 100 hours | 2 lecture hours + 3 seminar hours per week | Builds the life-science base needed for Medicine, Dentistry and later first-year study. |
| Chemistry | 140 hours | 4 lecture hours + 3 seminar hours per week | Supports entrance-exam preparation and the chemistry-heavy start of medical and dental study. |
| Physics | 140 hours | 4 lecture hours + 3 seminar hours per week | Masaryk tests Physics for Medicine and Dentistry, so this subject cannot be left as a late add-on. |
| Czech language | 120 hours | 6 seminar hours per week | Helps international students settle in Brno and prepares for later Czech communication demands. |
Science rhythm
Biology, Chemistry and Physics stay in the timetable every week rather than appearing as one-off revision blocks.
Brno orientation
Czech language gives practical context for daily life and future clinical communication in the Czech Republic.
Small capacity
The official maximum capacity is 40 students, so timing matters if this is the route you want.
Tuition, living costs and budget
| Cost item | Current planning figure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation Programme tuition | CZK 200,000 | Official tuition fee for the published 20-week programme. |
| Accommodation in Brno | Not included | Budget separately for dormitory or private housing, deposits and utilities. |
| Living costs in Brno | Approx. EUR 650-900 / month | Planning range for housing, food, transport and personal costs. |
| Insurance, visa and travel | Not included | Exact cost depends on nationality, residence status, travel route and insurance provider. |
| Future degree tuition | Separate | Medicine and Dentistry have separate annual tuition if you later enter the degree programme. |
Progression to Medicine or Dentistry
What the course can do
Provide faculty-run preparation in Brno and a possible no-entrance-exam admission path if the official course requirements are met.
What it cannot do
Replace document checks, guarantee a degree seat, remove capacity limits or override future Faculty of Medicine admission rules.
General Medicine route
Masaryk General Medicine is a six-year English-taught programme at the Faculty of Medicine. It normally tests Biology, Chemistry and Physics for direct admission.
Dentistry route
Masaryk Dentistry is a five-year English-taught Faculty of Medicine programme with the same core science entrance-test subjects for direct applicants.
How Medimentor helps before or alongside the Foundation Programme
Question-bank practice
Use MCQ practice to keep Biology, Chemistry and Physics active between campus classes.
Flashcards and recall
Turn weekly topics into spaced repetition so preparation does not disappear after each lecture block.
Exam orientation
Understand what Medicine and Dentistry applicants are usually tested on before deciding how much support you need.
FAQ
Sources
- Masaryk Faculty of Medicine Foundation Programme
- Masaryk Faculty of Medicine General Medicine
- Masaryk Faculty of Medicine Dentistry
Other Pre-Med and foundation options in Europe
Compare Masaryk's Foundation Programme with other preparation-style routes. Progression rules, faculty links and guarantees differ strongly, so always confirm the official provider before enrolling.
