About University
MISSION & VISION
The European Research University is a distinguished non-governmental, non-profit organisation primarily focused on providing accredited undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes, as well as non-degree and lifelong learning programmes. Founded on principles of openness, inclusivity, equality, and respect for individual needs, the ERUNI stands as the sole private university in the Czech Republic offering tuition-free education based on non-profit principles.
The ERUNI prioritises highly individualised studies, involving students in research activities from their undergraduate years. Admission is selective, emphasizing research aptitude and integrating research within accredited study programmes. Renowned for its research focus, the ERUNI maintains a strong international presence in teaching and research, collaborating with universities worldwide and participating in international research teams. Since its inception in 1999, the ERUNI has evolved, gaining government recognition in 2008 and transitioning into a university-type higher education institution in 2023 after rigorous accreditation process. Operating alongside affiliated educational institutions within the PRIGO group, ERUNI currently serves approximately
1,500 students, upholding its commitment to excellence in education and research, while promoting social responsibility and international collaboration.
Founded on principles of openness, inclusivity,
equality, and respect for individual needs
JOBS & PROJECTS
The European Research University is open to cooperation with researchers and academics from all over the world, as long as they share our values and mission and if they respect our strategic goals. If interested in working as part of our university team, please contact Lenka Fabíková, Dean of the Faculty of Doctoral Studies and Head of our research institutes.
Part of the PRIGO Group, which includes
9 member schools with nearly 5,000 students
FACILITIES
The European Research University is part of the PRIGO group, which includes 9 member schools. It operates in several campuses, most of which are located in the Ostrava agglomeration, but also in Olomouc and in the capital city of Prague. Thus, students have at their disposal various workplaces equipped with standard facilities, including sports and cultural facilities, ICT laboratories, libraries, study rooms, canteens, cafeterias and others. A mock kindergarten is available to students of the early childhood education programmes.
OFFICIAL DESK
Government Approvals and Accreditations
Strategic Documents
Internal Regulations
- ERUNI Statutes
- ERUNI Study and Examination Rules
- ERUNI Admission Procedure
- ERUNI Scholarship Rules
- ERUNI Fees and Tuition Fees Regulation
- ERUNI Lifelong Learning Procedure
- ERUNI Rules of Procedure of the Scientific Board
- ERUNI Rules of Procedure of the Internal Evaluation Board
- ERUNI Disciplinary Procedure
- ERUNI Standards and Procedures for the Assurance and Internal Evaluation of the Quality
Rector’s Decrees
- Rector’s Decree No. 53/2023 on the conditions of the study of PhD programmes
- Rector’s Decree No. 52/2023 on the rules of the admission procedure for the study of PhD programmes realized in English for the academic years 2023/2024 and 2024/2025
- Rector’s Decree No. 51/2023 on the rules of the admission procedure for the study of Master’s degree programmes realized in English for the academic year 2024/2025
- Rector’s Decree No. 50/2023 on the rules of the admission procedure for the study of Bachelor’s degree programmes realized in English for the academic year 2024/2025
Other Regulations and Policies
- Academic Staff Evaluation
- Academic Staff Recruitment
- Data Protection Policy
- Disability Access Policy
- Good Academic Practice
- Health and Safety Policy
- Health and Safety Regulations
- Child Safeguarding Policy
- Preventing Staff Malpractice
- Refund Policy
- Staff Professional Development
- Student Attendance
- Student Complaints Policy and Procedure
- Student Records System and Procedures
