How to apply

When?

Between September 1st and April 30th - your studies will start the following September

Apply early if you need visa. It may take a lot of time to get it.

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What will you need?

700 CZK (ca. 27 EUR) application fee and a few documents:

Curriculum vitae
Summary of education, relevant work experience, skills and competences. You know the drill.

Statement of purpose

Document outlining your personal and professional motivation for applying for the program. Avoid generic phrases and AI-generated content.

Proof of proficiency in English

IELTS (Academic test): an overall score of 6.5 and at least 6.0 in each component.
TOEFL (Internet test): 90 points
Cambridge EFL examinations: B2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference.
A certification of completion of a prior degree in English

Bachelor’s degree certificate
Proof of qualifications (diploma copy certified by an authorized university office or a public notary) including a final transcript of records. A diploma or transcript of records not issued in English or Czech should be accompanied by an official English language translation, stamped and signed by an authorized translator or university office.

List of completed courses in relevant subject areas
List of completed courses totaling at least 60 ECTS credits in at least two of the following disciplines History and Philosophy, Economics, Law, Political Science, Sociology or Foreign Languages.

Essay
Choose an issue in (international) energy policy. It does not matter whether it is something that affects the whole world (such as climate change or the transition to renewable energy) or something more regional (such as the conflict and cooperation behind the Nord Stream gas pipelines). In your 700-800 word essay, describe the topic and then imagine that you are a political leader involved in solving an issue or problem relevant to your topic. What would you do? What solutions would you propose and why? Explain and defend your reasoning. When quoting sources, make sure that you cite them properly and that you avoid plagiarism, whether intentional or unintentional.

If unsure about what plagiarism is, check out this website which has great explanations and illustrative examples.

How exactly?

You begin the application process by clicking at the button below and completing the online application form. The application can be saved and returned to later.

Make sure to apply for the "double degree study plan"

APPLY

Is that it?

No, we need to see you and talk to you before we accept you. We set up a 20-minute online call between you and somebody from our admission board. The exact date and time of the interview is usually determined within two weeks after you complete your application.

During the call we will discuss your motivation and expectations from the program. We will also inquire about your past studies and experience with the field.

Whitelist the @mail.muni.cz domain in your e-mail to ensure you receive the invitation.

And then?

Our admission board evaluates your documents and the report from our call. We will get back to you with the results within a week after the call.

Once accepted

If you need visa, start the necessary procedures as soon as possible. Meanwhile, check our recommended reading list for new students.