Final State Exam – end of 4th semester

The State Exam in International and Diplomatic Studies is an oral exam conducted in front of a State Examination Committee. The exam period follows the VŠE academic calendar, which applies to all faculties.

How to register for the State Exam in InSIS:

The final state exam is classified as an extra-semester course, but you register for it the same way as regular courses. Follow these steps in InSIS:

• Go to InSIS → My Study → Student’s Portal → Registration/Enrollment → Extra-sem. courses

• Select the appropriate group and course: hSZ1 – 2IDN – State Exam in International and Diplomatic Studies

Final Thesis Defense & State Exam – Important Information for IDS Students

In the IDS master’s programme, the final thesis defense and the state exam are held together as one combined and inseparable examination, referred to as a defense-state exam.

• For IDS students, the exam is listed in InSIS under the code 2IDN, carries 12 ECTS, and you can find the syllabus here.

• The exam takes the form of a discussion (rozprava) where you primarily defend your thesis, but you may also be asked additional questions related to the topics listed under “Course contents” in the syllabus.

What’s new compared to previous years:

• You will not draw a specific exam question in advance – questions may be asked as part of the discussion.

• There is no separate state exam for the minor specialization. However, all your courses (including from the minor) must be successfully completed and graded to be admitted to the exam.

Timing & submission rules:

• If you submit your thesis in InSIS by April 25, you are automatically scheduled to take the state exam in May/June.

• ⚠️ You cannot select the date yourself – it will be assigned by the faculty (very likely between June 9-13).

• If you prefer to take the exam in August/September, submit your thesis after April 25 but by June 27.

• All grades must be entered in InSIS by May 28 at the latest in order to be admitted to the May/June exam.

📌 This summary is based on information provided by the Vice-Dean for Academic Affairs. The official statement from the faculty is still pending, but significant changes are not expected.