Admissions Update and New Student Info
*page updated 10.06.2025
| We invite you to join a casual online meeting on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at 14:00 (Prague time), where we will discuss what to expect as a new IDS student, how to prepare for life in Prague, and what steps to take before and after arrival. This session will provide practical information on visas, accommodation, and studying at VŠE, offer a chance to meet your program coordinator, and help answer any questions you may have – even if you are still deciding whether to join the IDS program. The meeting link was sent to all admitted students by email. |
Mandatory Registration
📅 Date: Wednesday, September 10, 2025
📍 Location: Room NB 244, 2nd floor, Faculty of International Relations
📚 Classes begin on Monday, September 15, 2025. Check out the academic calendars here.
Tuition Fee Payments
Tuition fees must be paid according to the instructions in the Study Financing section of each student’s Student Portal by October 15th. Do not make payments to any other VŠE accounts!
Wifi Connection
Set up your Wi-Fi connection before coming to campus. Follow the step-by-step guide.
Student System Guide
Refer to the New Student Guide for detailed instructions on using the student system.
Study Guides
📖 Faculty of International Relations Study Guide (including IDS program)
📖 University’s Study and Examination Rules
University ID Card
Once registered, you will need a university ID card for campus access and certain classrooms. You can order a VŠE ID card with an ISIC combination online.
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
Be prepared to use Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for the student system InSIS.
🔗 See the MFA Guide and FAQ.
Library Manual
For information on using the university library, access the Library Manual.
Evaluation of Previous Education
If you obtained your previous education outside the Czech Republic, your school-leaving certificate or university diploma must be evaluated by our legal department. This process is handled via your e-Application.
Dormitory Information
If you are applying for dormitory accommodation, check the relevant guidelines:
- The dormitory website will be updated with key dates for the start of studies in September 2025.
- Move-in should take place on weekdays during office hours – the term of moving in: September 5, 2025.
- If you arrive outside office hours, contact your dormitory manager in advance.
- Apply for accommodation at iskam-web.vse.cz from June 6, 2025 to July 7, 2025. Newly accepted students choose the option waiting list: DEGREE – VSE – 2025/2026.
🔗 More information on accommodation (dormitory application for newly admitted students)
Visa?
For visa information please see here.
What will you study if you join the Bachelors’s Program?
| Course | Credits |
| Introduction to International Studies and Diplomacy | 5 |
| Introduction to Law | 3 |
| Czech/Foreign Language | 3 |
| Marketing and Business Policy | 5 |
| Basic Microeconomics | 6 |
| Calculus | 3 |
| Course | Credits |
| Producing Knowledge in International and Diplomatic Studies | 5 |
| Geography of the International Relations | 6 |
| Czech/Foreign Language | 3 |
| Principles of Management | 6 |
| Basic Macroeconomics | 4 |
| Quantitative Methods | 9 |
| Course | Credits |
| Diplomacy and Diplomatic Protocol | 6 |
| Culture in International Relations | 3 |
| Czech/Foreign Language | 3 |
| Optional Course (Faculty level) | 9 |
| Optional Course (University level) | 3 |
| Accounting I. | 6 |
| Course | Credits |
| Law and Ethics in International Relations | 6 |
| Contemporary International Relations | 6 |
| Theories and Methods in International Relations | 6 |
| Czech/Foreign Language | 3 |
| Optional Course (Faculty level) | 3 |
| International Economics | 7 |
| Course | Credits |
| International Security Relations | 6 |
| Bachelor’s Thesis Seminar | 3 |
| Czech/Foreign Language | 3 |
| Optional Course (University level) | 6 |
| World Economy | 9 |
| Informatics | 3 |
| Course | Credits |
| Czech Political System in Comparative Perspective | 4 |
| Optional Course (Faculty level) | 7 |
| Corporate Finance | 6 |
| Bachelor State Exam | 9 |
What will you study if you join the Master’s Program?
| Course | Credits |
| Global Power Politics | 6 |
| International Law in International Relations | 6 |
| International Economic Relations | 9 |
| Elective Course (hV1) | 5 |
| Optional Course | 6 |
| Course | Credits |
| Foreign Policy Making and Analysis | 6 |
| Globalization in International Relations | 6 |
| Comparative Politics | 6 |
| Minor Specialization Courses | 6 |
| Elective Course (hV1) | 5 |
| Course | Credits |
| Master’s Thesis Seminar | 6 |
| Minor Specialization Courses | 24 |
| Course | Credits |
| Optional Courses | 12 |
| Elective Course (hV1) | 5 |
| State Exam | 12 |
We will register all 1st semester courses for you.
