400+
International Students
70+
Countries Respresented
18
Degree Programmes in English
6th
Most Popular Student City
Why Brno?
- located in one of the safest countries in the world
- city of students including a large number of foreigners
- high quality of life including rich gastronomic scene
Brno has always been popular among students. Being home to 5 public and private universities with a student population of 100,000, it has offered a multicultural environment, varied leisure-time options, reliable public transport, and a vivid nightlife.
Why Faculty of Social Studies?
Masaryk University is ranked second in the Czech Republic and 430th in the world in the QS World University Rankings.
The Faculty of Social Studies advocates principles of equal and fair treatment, diversity and inclusion. We strive, as a faculty, to create a community that connects us all through our drive for knowledge, education and research, acknowledging equitable interpersonal relationships and our responsibility to society and the environment.
What did our students say?
"I knew Brno was the right fit for me when I first arrived - I was amazed to see the Cathedral of St. Peter and Paul" Anjanette Jianna Umali, International Relations and European Politics
"Diversity and presence of the students is a huge asset for Brno" Evangeline Moore, Conflict and Democracy Studies
News from FSS
News from MUNI
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Results are in: try dishes according to students’ recipes
Indian red lentil dhal with coconut milk and basmati rice; chickpea curry goulash with baked vegetables and steamed rice; or vegan saffron risotto with zucchini: these are the three “winners” of the student contest that will soon find their way to MU canteens.
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Canteens to upgrade their offer for students
Soups offered separately from the “student menu” for CZK 85 with the price unchanged as well as improved selection of soups during the week, including separate soups. These are the changes MU canteens will be coming with in the spring semester of 2026.
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President appointed new professors; ten were nominated by the MU scientific board
On 16 December, the President of the Republic, Petr Pavel, presented appointment decrees to 69 newly appointed professors at the Great Hall of the Carolinum.
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Where ice is closest, but help is furthest away: MU modernises medical facilities in Antarctica
In just one month, at the beginning of January 2026, Masaryk University's 20th expedition will set off for Antarctica. In addition to scientific research, the mission will also include a significant modernisation of the medical equipment at the J. G. Mendel Czech Antarctic Station, located on James Ross Island.
