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Admission
The English language medical education program offers a Medical Doctor
(MD) degree with all lectures, practical clinical training at the 1400
bed university hospital, tutorials and examinations in English. The program
is fully accredited by the U.S. Department of Education and by the Canada
Student Loans Program for financial aid. Graduates can practice in the
United States after passing the USMLE's and receiving certification by
the Education Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG). An ECFMG
certified graduate is eligible to apply for a residency position in the
United States through the National Resident Matching Program. In Canada,
MCC QE and MCC EE examinations administered by the Medical Council of Canada
are required before the graduate enters the Canadian Resident Matching Service.
EU nationals will be able to obtain registration in the UK and Ireland without the
need for a separate assessment of their medical knowledge and skills at the
point of registration.
Applicants
from other countries should ask the authorities or professional bodies in
their country for specific information about licensing procedure and conditions
for a full registration. Palacky University Faculty of Medicine is listed
by the World Health Organization (WHO).
The School strongly encourages student exchange programs
and elective rotations in the student's country of origin. The School will
support and may provide assistance if required and incentives for student's
integration in the home country. The School received favorable evaluation
from the American Association of International Medical Graduates (AAIMG),
please cf. http://www.aaimg.com.
THE APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Prospective students of the Faculty
must fulfill the following requirements:
STUDENTS FROM THE U.S. AND CANADA
- A completed secondary education and college or university
courses in biology, chemistry, physics, and organic chemistry are required.
- Applicants with good MCAT scores will be invited
for an interview (cf. 3). All other applications
are screened and assessed by the Board of Admission to select
applicants who will be invited to take an admission
examination, which consists of a multiple-choice test in
physics, chemistry, and biology. For requirements, please
click here.
- Invited applicants will be interviewed by the
Board of Admissions to evaluate their motivation and other factors of
relevance to their academic background. The date and site of the
examination/interview will be arranged in June in the United States and/or
Canada. Completed application forms must be received by May 15, 2008 for
the June 2008 interviews.
- Excellent grades in premed courses in biology, chemistry, physics,
and organic chemistry confirmed by the MCAT may result in
the transfer of credits.
Travel from the United States and Canada for the start of
medical school studies or a visit to the medical school can be
arranged. Please click here
for more information.
APPLICANTS FROM THE U.K. AND IRELAND
- Successful A-levels in three subjects (biology and chemistry
mandatory, physics or mathematics recommended) are required.
- Applicants with biology, chemistry and physics A-levels results (not
older than 3 years) two A and one B will be invited for an interview
(cf. 3). All other applications
are screened and assessed by the Board of Admission to
select applicants who will be invited to take an admission
examination, which consists of a multiple-choice test in
biology, chemistry, and physics or mathematics. For
requirements, please
click here.
- Invited applicants will be interviewed by the
Board of Admissions to evaluate their motivation and other factors of
relevance to his or her academic background. The date of the examination/interview
will be arranged in the first half of July 2008 and, should there be vacant seats, in late August in London.
For information, please contact the school (coordin@tunw.upol.cz,
phone ++420 585 632 015)
Guidance
notes for junior doctors and medical students from the
U.K. please click
here
Information for those
interested in working in the British NHS system
please click
here
APPLICANTS FROM OTHER EU COUNTRIES
A completed secondary education is required, cf. procedure listed above.
However, specificity of educational systems in individual countries
is taken into account. Entrance
examinations are scheduled for June 2008 in Olomouc and for July in
London; see above.
For information, please contact the school (coordin@tunw.upol.cz,
phone ++420 585 632 015)
APPLICANTS FROM COUNTRIES OUTSIDE
EUROPEAN
UNION,
U.S., AND
CANADA
A completed secondary education is required, cf. procedure listed
above. However, specificity of educational systems in individual countries
is taken into account. Entrance
examinations are scheduled for June 2008 in Olomouc.
Completed application forms must be received by May 15,
2008 for
the 2008-2009 academic year from applicants outside EU/US/Canada.
FOR SPECIFIC INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT
coordin@tunw.upol.cz
Please click here for APPLICATION
FORMS
Please click here to make a request for more
information or for application forms by ordinary mail.
Financial aid
Reasonable tuition and inexpensive cost of living offers a student an extremely rewarding
and prestigious medical education in the historic heart of Europe.
Tuition for school year 2008-2009 is 9000 EUR per
academic year (two semesters) and will not be changed for the regular
length of study.
Palacky University has been approved by the United States government's
Department of Education for STAFFORD LOANS effective July 16, 1999.
Similarly, it has been approved by the Canada Student Loans Program.
Student services
Student Life in Olomouc and the Czech Republic
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rolling, fertile basin of the Morava River, in central
Moravia, which forms the eastern Czech Republic. Near Olomouc
lie the Jeseniky Mountains, which boast good quality skiing,
hiking and camping. The climate is quite mild, averaging
18 degrees Celsius in summer and 0 in winter.
Many students may be unfamiliar with the Czech Republic, its
amenities and life style. They will soon discover that the
home of Palacky University, Olomouc, provides the amenities
found in other Western cities of similar size. The approximately
100,000 inhabitants of Olomouc reside in the cultural,
business, and religious center of its region. Those items
and services that cannot be found here can be obtained in
Brno, Prague or Vienna, all of which are located within the
distance of a three-hour train journey.
The cost of living in Olomouc is much lower than in other
Western cities. Prices for individual goods and services vary,
but on the whole the cost of living in 2004 was about one
third that of a similarly sized city in the United States.
It is recommended that students budget approximately
$3500 (USA) for living expenses for the academic
year (ten months). This estimate does not include the
price of books and other educational materials.
Public transportation throughout the Czech Republic is very
highly developed and quite inexpensive. It may be easily utilized
to take in the incredible wealth of history, architecture,
and beautiful landscapes of the Czech nation. Public transportation
(tram, bus, and train) in Olomouc is quite sufficient to
meet student's needs.
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Student Housing and Facilities
The University provides accommodation in the University halls of residence,
mostly in double rooms ($130/month). All resident buildings contain recreation
areas, TV and study rooms and cooking facilities. Lunch
or dinner in the student cafeteria cost about $2.50. In
Olomouc it is easy to rent a flat (two rooms and a kitchen)
for about $400/month.
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University Information Resources
University students have
access to books, serials, and periodicals in the State
Deposit Library. The University Library has recently been
reconstructed, and the Faculty has its own information center,
well stocked with hundreds of foreign journals. Departments
also make their own collections available for the students.
The library holds an up-to-date collection of videos, slides,
CDROMs with special relevance to medical and related areas.
Over 250 student personal computers, linked in a network,
give full access to e-mail, the Internet and the following
medical databases: Ovid Medline, EBSCO Host, Proquest Medical Library, Science
Direct, The Cochrane Library, Web of Science.
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Sports Facilities
Students at the English Program have fitness and training
centers available to them. They may also become members of university
teams and make use of other university facilities, especially those
at the Faculty of Physical Culture. It should be noted that
athletics play an important part in student life at Palacky
University. The Faculty of Physical Culture boasts extensive
opportunities for recreation and competitive sports.
The University owns a large sports hall, which is available for use
by all students. Students may also use municipal sports facilities,
e.g. a fifty-meter swimming pool and two ice skating rinks. An
excellent ski resort is located less than one hour's driving distance
north of Olomouc. Olomouc also offers good opportunities for
those who enjoy watching competitions. Local teams play in first
league ice hockey, basketball, and football (soccer).
Cultural Life
For a town of its size, the opportunities for social and cultural
activities in Olomouc are extraordinarily rich. The city's architecture
is generally acclaimed to be second only to Prague's. As the
former capital of Moravia, Olomouc claims a rich cultural environment.
Olomouc hosts the Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, the Moravian
Theater, (which hosts plays, ballet, and operas), the Art Museum,
and the Regional Museum. Four cinemas, several local FM radio
stations, and two town newspapers serve the region. For further
activities and cultural exploration, Prague, Vienna, and Krakow
lie within relatively easy striking distance.
Student Health Insurance
Students should provide health insurance for themselves
for the duration of their stay in the Czech Republic. Many students
find coverage in their home countries, while other students
find it feasible to insure them through the Czech health insurance
system. In either case, appropriate proof of coverage should
be given to the proper authorities at Palacky University.
Testimonials
Bruce Precious
Halifax, Canada, Year - 2nd
"Palacky University Medical Faculty offers students a
unique opportunity to study medicine abroad. The modern facilities
provide an excellent learning environment. The program allows
students to study in English and at the same time experience
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Mac Goldstein
Florence, South Carolina, USA, 6th year
"The six year curriculum is an absolute advantage if
you want a strong foundation in the basic sciences. There
is at Palacky a low student to teacher ratio especially
in the clinical rotations. Olomouc is a charming City with
a quiet atmosphere that is very conducive to study". |
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Jihan Hai (MD)
London UK, Doctor, graduated 2002
"Studying at Palacky University has been a very challenging
experience. I feel I have matured mentally both due to studying
medicine and living in a different community and culture".
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Joe Purcell
Naas, Co Kildare, Eire, graduated 2003
"Students will not be disappointed by their decision
to study in Olomouc. The warm close-knit community of both teachers
and students could almost be described as family-like. Just
like a family the people here will make your success their priority,
presuming of course that your success is your own priority".
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Keith Arnold
Exeter, UK, graduated 2004
"Palacky University has given me the opportunity to
study medicine which due to my age was not an option open to me in
the UK. I can honestly say that I am very satisfied with the
program, which impresses me each year especially now that I
am entering the clinical phase of the course. The Town of Olomouc
is charming and the Czech Republic has many characteristics
of which it should be very proud. You will enjoy your time here".
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Imran Shah (MD)
London, England, Doctor (graduated 2000)
"Since 1994 when I first arrived in Olomouc there has
been numerous improvements within both the medical faculty
and hospital. I wouldn't hesitate to say that studying medicine
at Palacky University was a rewarding and enjoyable experience.
I would recommend it to anyone who wants to study medicine".
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Anthony Florschutz (MD)
St. Paul, Minnesota, USA, (graduated 2004)
"The university has extensive resources and the Professor's
and Doctor's will gladly assist you when you need any help".
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