University
St. Cyril and Methodius
About the educational institution
University of St. Cyril and Methodius is one of the best universities in Slovakia at the moment, which allows foreign students to study disciplines such as pedagogy, philosophy, art, media, marketing communications, natural and exact sciences... The goal of the university is to prepare specialists who can make a contribution in the development of Slovak culture, science and education in the context of European and world cultural heritage.
At the University of St. Cyril and Methodius, free education is possible for foreign students in the Slovak language for bachelor's, master's and doctoral programs. You can enter many specialties without entrance exams.
List of faculties
Faculty of Philosophy
The main mission and goal of the faculty is to train specialists in social science, pedagogy and philology. Graduates can work in scientific research, mass communications, editorial offices, various publishing houses, cultural centers, museums, archives, schools, government bodies, international companies, as well as translation and interpretation institutions. The best graduates can continue doctoral studies or work in departments as assistants.
BACHELOR
• German language and culture in professional communication
• Russian language and culture in professional communication
• English language and culture in professional communication
• Philosophy and applied philosophy
• Ethnology and Extra-European Studies
• Psychology
• Teaching English language and literature and civics
• Teaching English language and literature and German language and literature
• Teaching English language and literature and Russian language and literature
• Teaching history and English language and literature
• Teaching history and Slovak language and literature
• Teaching history and Russian language and literature
• Teaching history and German language and literature
• Teaching history and civics
• Teaching Slovak language and literature and English language and literature
• Teaching Slovak language and literature and German language and literature
• Teaching Slovak language and literature and Russian language and literature
• Teaching civics and German language and literature
• Teaching civics and Slovak language and literature
MASTER
– Psychology
– Ethnology and non-European studies
– Philosophy and applied philosophy
– German language and culture in professional communication
– Russian language and culture in professional communication
– English language and culture in professional communication
Teaching subjects in combination:
– Slovak language and literature
- Russian language and literature
– English language and literature
– German language and literature
– French language and literature
- Story
– Civic education
DOCTORAL COURSE
– German language and culture in professional communication
– Russian language and culture in professional communication
– Systematic philosophy
– Ethnology and non-European studies
– General and experimental psychology
The main requirement for admission to the 1st level (bachelor's degree) is complete general secondary education or complete secondary vocational education.
Additional conditions:
• Applicants are required to send by mail a certificate of proficiency in the Slovak language of at least level B1 **no later than 30.04.2026**.
• Summary.
• The entrance exam for the bachelor's educational program "Psychology" consists of a test of academic abilities (psychological test) and a knowledge test. The knowledge test includes the following subjects: psychology, philosophy, human biology.
• A prerequisite for studying in the following bachelor's degree programmes is proficiency in the relevant language at least at level B1:
– German language and culture in professional communication,
– English language and culture in professional communication,
- teaching English language and literature,
- teaching German language and literature,
– teaching Russian language and literature.
• For each specialty, grades in certain specialized subjects from the last years of study will be taken into account.
Admission without entrance exams*
Application deadlines*
Bachelor's degree – applications accepted until 30.04.2026, fee – 40 euros
Master's degree – applications accepted until 30.04.2026, fee – 40 euros
Doctoral studies – applications accepted until 30.04.2026, fee – 40 euros
Faculty
natural sciences
The Faculty of Natural Sciences became an important part of Cyril and Methodius University immediately after its creation. The main goal of the faculty was educational activities aimed at training qualified biologists, chemists, specialists in the field of environmental protection and protection, biotechnologists, and software developers.
BACHELOR
• Applied biology
• Applied Computer Science
• Biotechnology
• Chemistry
• Applied analytical chemistry
• Environmental protection and restoration
*The program is accredited in English
MASTER/ENGINEER
– Environmental Engineering*
– Applied biology
- Applied Informatics
– Applied chemistry*
– Biotechnology*
*The program is accredited in English
DOCTORAL COURSE
– Applied analytical and bioanalytical chemistry
- Molecular biology
– Biotechnology*
*The program is accredited in English
The main condition for admission to the 1st level (bachelor) is the presence of complete general secondary education or complete secondary vocational education.
Admission without entrance exams.
Application deadlines
Bachelor's degree – applications are accepted until 30.04.2026 (1st cycle), until 20.08.2026 (2nd cycle for specialties in the Slovak language), cost - 40 euros
Master's degree programs – applications are accepted until April 30, 2026
Doctoral studies – applications accepted until June 16, 2026
Faculty of means
mass media
The Faculty of Media is the first faculty in Slovakia that offers comprehensive education in the field of media communications. The faculty cooperates with foreign universities and actively promotes trends in the media society. FSMI is a young and modern faculty that produces successful journalists, media experts, marketers, presenters, press secretaries, PR agencies, as well as famous teaching practitioners.
BACHELOR
• Mass media communication
• Marketing communications
• Digital game theory
• Digital design
MASTER
– Mass media – Marketing communications
– Applied medial studies
– Digital Game Theory
DOCTORAL COURSE
- Mass media
- Marketing communications
– Digital Game Theory
– Media and information competencies
The main requirement for admission to the 1st level (bachelor's degree) is complete general secondary education or complete secondary vocational education.
Additional conditions:
• Specializations “Mass Media Communication” and “Marketing Communication”: the SCIO test “General Educational Prerequisites” (VŠP) is mandatory. Test results obtained between 1 December 2024 and 25 April 2026 will be accepted.
• Digital Game Theory major: the SCIO General Academic Prerequisites test is also mandatory. An online interview is also a mandatory part of the selection process.
Interviews will be held from May 25–29, 2026.
• Specialty “Digital Design”: admission is based on a rating consisting of:
– 50% — average grade in school subjects (specialized subjects + grades in the certificate),
– 50% – portfolio.
The portfolio must contain up to three original graphic works in PDF format. Acceptable examples include:
Logos, identity elements, typography, posters, banners, website/app design, animation, 3D visualizations, etc.
Specialized subjects: Slovak language and literature, English, social studies, foreign language.
• For all specialties, a certificate of knowledge of the Slovak language at a level of at least B1 is required.
Application deadlines
Bachelor's degree – applications accepted until 30.04.2026, fee – 40 euros
Master's degree – applications accepted until 31.03.2026, fee – 40 euros
Doctoral studies – applications accepted until 04.07.2026, fee – 40 euros
Faculty
social sciences
The Faculty of Social Sciences has many years of experience in education and sociology. The faculty contains new teaching premises, which are equipped with modern equipment and computer technology. Education takes place at three levels of study, which are focused on political, managerial and social activities.
BACHELOR
• Public administration
• Management and marketing in public administration
• European Public Administration
• European Research and Policy
• Social services and counseling
• Human development in social work
MASTER
- Public administration
– European Research and Policy
– Social services and consultations
DOCTORAL COURSE
– Public Policy and Public Administration
- Social politics
The main requirement for admission to the 1st level (bachelor's degree) is complete general secondary education or complete secondary vocational education.
Additional conditions:
• For the Social Services and Counseling and Human Development in Social Work programs, it is necessary to provide a medical certificate confirming the ability to undergo professional practice during studies without physical limitations.
Admission without entrance exams.
Application deadlines*
Bachelor's degree – applications accepted until 30.04.2026, fee – 35 euros
Master's degree – applications accepted until 30.04.2026, fee – 35 euros
Doctoral studies – applications accepted until 01.06.2026, fee – 50 euros
Faculty
health
The Faculty of Health trains physiotherapists, radiologists and other junior medical personnel. In addition to studying, students have the opportunity to engage in scientific activities, participate in professional congresses and take part in foreign practices. The faculty also participates in various social and sporting events. Faculty students will learn to independently diagnose and treat musculoskeletal disorders, and will also help in the treatment of many other diseases. Graduates will be able to work in rehabilitation departments, outpatient centers, spas, fitness studios, and nursing agencies.
BACHELOR
– Physiotherapy
– Radiological technology
MASTER
– Physiotherapy
Bachelor's degree
– Physiotherapy
The main requirement for admission to the 1st level (bachelor's degree) is complete general secondary education or complete secondary vocational education.
Additional conditions:
• A good command of the Slovak language is required (level C2), a corresponding certificate must be provided.
• **Specialty "Physiotherapy"**:
– A written exam in biology, focusing on human anatomy and physiology (the content corresponds to the level of the school curriculum);
– Test of physical abilities – running;
- Summary;
– Confirmation from a doctor regarding the assessment of the applicant’s health condition.
• **Specialty "Radiological technology"**:
– A written exam in biology focusing on human anatomy and physiology;
- Summary;
– Confirmation from a doctor regarding the assessment of the applicant’s health condition.
Application deadlines*
Bachelor's degree – applications accepted until 30.04.2026, fee - 50 euros
Master's degree – applications accepted until 30.04.2026, fee: 50 euros
Doctoral studies - applications accepted until 30.04.2026, fee - 50 euros
Department of Management
The department's educational programs are unique, not only in Slovakia but also abroad. An important feature of training at the Department of Management is the application of theoretical knowledge in practice. The goal of the department is to obtain a complete university education at all three levels of study. In this way, highly qualified graduates are trained who are able to successfully work in management positions and independently engage in business.
BACHELOR
– Management in tourism and hotel system
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The main requirement for admission to the 1st level (bachelor's degree) is complete general secondary education or complete secondary vocational education.
Additional conditions:
• Summary.
• The selection of students is based on the assessment of learning outcomes in specialized subjects:
- Slovak language and literature,
- history (or equivalent subject),
- economics (or equivalent subject),
– foreign language (one of the world languages) – during the years of study in high school.
• Certificate of knowledge of the Slovak language at a level **not lower than B1**.
Admission without entrance exams.
Application deadlines
Bachelor's degree – applications accepted until 30.04.2026, fee – 50 euros
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