Reviewed by the NaMED editorial team: 24 August 2026. Admissions conditions change every year, so always check the dates and documents on the faculty’s official page before submitting. Below is a practical guide: format, risks, and preparation strategy.
Short answer: admission to the Faculty of Medicine at Masaryk University
Medicine in Brno is one of the strongest options outside Charles University. Masaryk University has a modern campus, strong clinical and simulation infrastructure, and the general medicine entrance exam is based on three subject tests: biology, chemistry, and physics.
Faculty of Medicine, Masaryk University: key facts
| City | Brno, a major university and technology center. |
|---|---|
| Program | General Medicine, 6 years, full-time, title MUDr. |
| Chance of admission | 15% - 561 accepted out of 3,672 applicants (LF MU admissions report for 2025). |
| Application 2026/2027 | Applications from 1 November 2025 to 28 February 2026. |
| Exam 2026/2027 | 11/12 June 2026 for general medicine and dentistry. |
| Subjects | Biology, chemistry, physics. |
| Format | 40 questions in each test, one correct answer. |
| Time | 50 minutes for each subject test. |
| Scoring | 1 point for a correct answer, 120 points maximum. Incorrect and unanswered responses are not penalized. |
How admission works
- Brno requires endurance: three separate subject tests with 40 questions each. This is not a short sprint, but a series of exam blocks, where you cannot burn out after the first subject.
- The faculty publishes tématické okruhy, doporučená literatura and modelové otázky. In preparation, you should use them as a guide, but not limit yourself to rote memorization.
- Brno has a system of přijetí bez přijímací zkoušky for some candidates for general medicine and bonifikace vybraných kompetencí. But for an international student, the main route usually remains the subject exam plus documents.
- Bonifikace may include C1+ language certificates in world languages, olympiads, SOČ, AP/CERMAT and other competencies, but it must be submitted on time and documented properly.
- A big advantage of the faculty is the modern environment, campus, and simulační centrum. This matters for students who need practical medicine and an active university life.
How to prepare
- Prepare for each subject as a separate 50-minute exam: biology, chemistry, and physics must each be stable in their scores.
- Take full simulations of three tests in a row to train fatigue and switching between subjects.
- Use the official tématické okruhy and modelové otázky as a map of requirements.
- Check whether it makes sense to apply for bonifikace, but do not base your main plan on it.
- At the same time, complete the recognition of foreign education and Czech language requirements so that no documentation risk appears after a successful test.
Who the faculty is a good fit for
- A student wants strong medical training outside Prague and a modern university campus.
- It suits those who handle a long exam day well.
- They are interested in practical infrastructure, simulation-based learning, and a large student community.
- The student is ready for systematic preparation in three subjects without a verbal interview.
Risks for an international applicant
- You cannot prepare only with short tests: the format requires stamina for three subject blocks.
- Physics is often the weak point, because it also has 40 questions in 50 minutes.
- Bonifikace is useful only if the documents are prepared correctly and on time.
- Because Brno is so popular, the faculty should not be seen as a simple backup option.
Mini checklist before applying
- Check the current admissions year on the faculty’s official page: deadlines, application fee, exam date, and test format.
- Verify which subjects are part of the exam at this faculty: Brno requires endurance: three separate subject tests with 40 questions each. This is not a short sprint, but a series of exam blocks, where you cannot burn out after the first subject.
- Prepare recognition of foreign education, translations, proof of Czech language, and personal documents in advance.
- Do a practice exam with the number of questions, timer, and scoring rules of the chosen faculty.
- Check your backup plan: 2–3 more faculties that fit the format, deadlines, and the student’s real level.
How NaMED helps here
For Brno, the student takes three subject tests in a row to get used to switching between subjects and to fatigue. We cross-check the topics with the official okruhy and modelové otázky, and we score the results separately for biology, chemistry, and physics.
Frequently asked questions
Is Brno a good alternative to Charles University?
Yes, it is one of the main medical-study options in Czechia outside Charles University, but it should be prepared for as a target in its own right.
Is there an oral interview?
In the published General Medicine format, the main emphasis is on written subject tests.
What matters besides the subjects?
The application deadline, possible bonus points, recognition of foreign education and Czech. All of these need to progress alongside exam preparation.
Official sources
We relied on the official faculty pages and documents. Before applying, check the current academic year specifically.