UO Summer School 2025
Join the University of Ostrava’s Summer School and take the first step toward launching your own start-up! This international programme, held annually at the end of August, provides an exciting opportunity to develop business ideas, improve language skills and connect with students from around the world.
Entrepreneurship IS for Everyone
Many great business ideas simply need a little encouragement to come to life. For the fourth year in a row, we are excited to welcome back Fabio Papa, a professor of Economics from the University of Macerata. His engaging teaching style and extensive entrepreneurial experience provide students with essential tools to design and develop their own start-ups.
A Balanced Approach
Success is not just about business – it is also about well-being. Our programme includes workshops on well-being and nutritional counseling, ensuring that students maintain a healthy balance while pursuing their ambitions. Additionally, participants will explore Czech culture and language and visit some of the most beautiful sites in the city and region.
Earn ECTS Credits
This interactive programme allows students to earn 3 ECTS credits, making it both an enriching and academically rewarding experience.
Programme Details
Language of Instruction:
English (B2 level recommended)
Dates & Location:
August 18-29, 2025
University of Ostrava, Czechia
Who Can Apply?
The programme is open to all international students currently enrolled at a university, whether from a partner or non-partner institution. It is designed for students from all fields of study, as business skills are beneficial across disciplines.
How to Apply?
The application period starts on March 1, 2025. A link for online applications will be available at that time.
Students may apply individually or be nominated by their home university’s International Office.
Fees & Accommodation
Programme Fee: 300 EUR
Includes: all classes, workshops and cultural activities within the programme
Excludes: travel to/from Ostrava, accommodation, meals, and free-time activities beyond the programme
Accommodation Options:
The rooms are pre-booked for the summer school students, you can mark your preference when filling out the application.
- J. Opletal Halls of Residence
- University-owned, 10 minutes from the city center (via public transport)
- Double or triple occupancy with shared bathroom
- https://koleje.osu.eu/ 13 EUR/night (approx. 180 EUR for two weeks)
- Payment: upon arrival (cash/card)
- A valid travel document is required at check-in
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- Kampus Palace
- Private, modern residence in the city center (walking distance to university buildings)
- Single or double occupancy with personal/shared bathroom
- Price: approx. 350 EUR for two weeks (varies by room type)
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Estimated Cost of Living (Two Weeks)
Testimonials
“I’m so happy to have experienced this! I’ll never forget these memories. Thanks and díky!”
“I really enjoyed these two weeks. This experience was very important for me!”
“Fabio was always so kind to us. I never felt ashamed or made fun of when I didn’t know something. I really appreciated that. I enjoyed every day.”
“We got practical information, many useful tips, and I made visible progress in my work.”
Contact
Centre for International Cooperation
Monika Šmídlová
E-mail:
UO Summer School: Entrepreneurship for All
Organized by the Centre for International Cooperation, this programme welcomes students from not only partner universities across Europe and beyond. In 2024, we hosted participants from Taiwan, Japan, Germany and Lithuania, combining practical lessons with cultural activities to create an unforgettable experience.
Leading figure for the entrepreneurship part:
Fabio Papa, Ph.D.
Professor of Economics, University of Macerata, Italy
Visiting lecturer at University of Šiauliai, Lithuania
Scientific coordinator at 24Ore Business School, Milan & Rome
Director of IAER - Institute of Applied Economic Research, Milan
Leading figure for the well-being part:
Dr. Jessica Price
Programme leader of the Bachelor degree in Corporate Health Management and Wellbeing
LUNEX University of Applied Sciences in Luxembourg
Expert in the applications of counselling and positive psychology in the field of corporate wellbeing
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Updated: 13. 02. 2025
