Reviewed by the NaMED editorial team: 24 August 2026. Admissions requirements change every year, so always check the dates and documents on the faculty’s official page before applying. Below is a practical map: format, risks, and preparation strategy.
Short answer: admission to Lékařská fakulta Univerzity Palackého v Olomouci
Medicine in Olomouc is a strong, traditional programme in one of Czechia’s main university cities. The entrance exam is compact and fast: biology, chemistry, and physics, 20 questions per subject, 60 minutes in total. So here, it is not only knowledge that matters, but also speed.
Lékařská fakulta Univerzity Palackého v Olomouci: key facts
| City | Olomouc, a compact university environment. |
|---|---|
| Programme | Všeobecné lékařství, 6 years; Zubní lékařství also uses the same written exam. |
| Application 2026/2027 | Online application from 1 November 2025 to 15 March 2026. |
| Fee | 790 Kč for each programme. |
| Exam 2026/2027 | 9 June 2026; the faculty does not offer a náhradní termín. |
| Subjects | Physics, chemistry, biology. |
| Format | 20 questions per subject, one correct answer. |
| Grading | Questions are scored 1, 2, or 0 points; incorrect answers are not penalized. Time limit: 60 minutes. |
How admission works
- Olomouc is an exam of concentration. 60 questions in 60 minutes mean the student must read Czech wording quickly and not get stuck on individual tasks.
- The same written exam is used for general medicine and dentistry, but if the student applies to both programmes, separate applications and separate fees are required.
- The faculty states explicitly that no náhradní termín is offered. This is an important organisational risk: the exam date must be protected in the calendar.
- For international graduates, nostrifikace or recognition of foreign secondary education for admission purposes is especially important.
- Scores of 1/2/0 make the questions uneven in weight, so it is important to know how to collect easy points quickly and not spend too much time on one difficult task.
How to prepare
- Train speed from the early stage: short tests with 20 questions per subject and a full mock exam in 60 minutes.
- Learn Czech wording and key terms, because losing time on translation is critical.
- Practise a skipping strategy: one difficult question should not break the whole exam pace.
- If the student is applying to general medicine and dentistry, plan two applications and documents in advance.
- Check recognition of foreign education and medical documents before the final stage of preparation.
Who this faculty is suitable for
- The student wants a classic medical degree in a strong university city outside Prague.
- It is a good fit for those who solve tests quickly and stay focused.
- It works as a primary target or as a strong second/third faculty in a strategy.
- The student is ready for a tight schedule and not afraid of a short exam.
Risks for an international applicant
- You cannot rely on a backup date: no náhradní termín is listed.
- Slow Czech language sharply lowers the result because of the 60-minute limit.
- If the student is used to long exams, the short format can be stressful.
- Separate applications for programmes are easy to forget if you plan to apply at the last minute.
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 included in the exam at this faculty: Olomouc is an exam of concentration. 60 questions in 60 minutes mean the student must read Czech wording quickly and not get stuck on individual tasks.
- Prepare recognition of foreign education, translations, proof of Czech language, and personal documents in advance.
- Take a mock exam with the number of questions, timer, and grading rules of the chosen faculty.
- Check a backup plan: 2-3 more faculties that fit the format, deadlines, and the student’s actual level.
How NaMED helps here
For Olomouc, the student trains Czech reading, short blocks of 20 questions, and full mock exams in 60 minutes. After each attempt, we check which tasks took too much time and where an easy point was lost.
Frequently asked questions
Is Olomouc easier because there are only 60 questions?
Not necessarily. Fewer questions and shorter time increase the value of speed and attention.
Can I apply to medicine and dentistry?
Yes, but the faculty requires a separate e-přihláška and a separate fee for each programme. The exam itself is taken once if applying to both programmes.
What is the biggest risk?
Missing the deadlines or underestimating the absence of a náhradní termín. Organisation here matters just as much as the subjects.
Official sources
We relied on official faculty pages and documents. Before submitting your application, check the current academic year specifically.