Welcome to UTB International
Tomas Bata University in Zlín puts great emphasis on internationalization and all activities related to international projects and cooperation.On this webpage you can find information on the international activities of TBU in Zlín and useful advices for students and staff.
Recent news
Japanese Academic Collaboration at the Forefront at Tomas Bata University in Zlín
The second week of March at Tomas Bata University in Zlín was dedicated to strengthening cooperation with Japanese universities. Two distinguished academic delegations visited the university to present their expertise and explore opportunities for long-term...
An Internship in Lapland: “All My Stress Disappeared on the Very First Day,” Says Karolína Hlaváčková
Karolína Hlaváčková, a second-year AMP student at the Faculty of Humanities, is currently completing a work internship at the University of Lapland in Rovaniemi, Finland. How did she get the opportunity to work at an international office, what surprised her about...
Christmas Beyond Snow: An Ethiopian Perspective on Faith, Community, and Tradition
For many people in the Czech Republic, Christmas is closely connected with snow, decorated trees, gifts, and busy Christmas markets. For people coming from other parts of the world, however, the meaning of Christmas can be shaped by very different traditions....
The Chilean Ambassador Discussed the Expansion of University Cooperation at UTB
On 3 December 2025, the Ambassador of Chile, Víctor Abujatúm, visited Tomas Bata University in Zlín together with the representative of the Chilean Embassy, Mr. Máximo Cattán. The purpose of their visit was to discuss opportunities for expanding international...
International Week at UTB: Sharing Experience, Cultural Dialogue and Networking Across Europe
The 12th International Week took place at UTB from 7 to 11 April 2025, bringing academics and staff from Erasmus+ partner universities from all over Europe to Zlín. The event was attended by representatives of universities from almost 10 countries, including Spain,...
Welcome Meeting for Erasmus+ Students at TBU
On Monday, 15 September 2025, more than one hundred students who arrived in Zlín within the Erasmus+ programme gathered at 12:00 in the auditorium of the Tomas Bata University in Zlín. The Welcome Meeting was organised by the International Office, with the main goal...
EXPO 2025 through the Eyes of UTB Students: Japan as a Professional and Personal Challenge
What does everyday life look like at one of the world’s biggest exhibitions? What is it like to work in an environment where technology, culture, and thousands of visitors meet every day — while learning to navigate language barriers, different work rhythms, and...
Over 50 Students from Europe and Asia Took Part in TBU Summer School Courses
In early August, Tomas Bata University in Zlín (TBU) hosted its traditional Summer Schools, organized this year for the eighth time. The 2025 edition welcomed over 50 participants from Europe and Asia who participated in four specialised courses across various...
A Semester in Korea: What It’s Like to Study, Live, and Explore Seoul Through the Eyes of our Students
Imagine studying in Seoul, South Korea – a city that never sleeps. Where you grab breakfast at a convenience store, attend a student band concert in the evening, and in between, create jewelry, prints, or knitwear in studios where students often stay overnight. Linda...
Esref Gunaydin, a former UTB exchange student won DZS Award!
We are delighted to share the exciting news that Esref Gunaydin, the oldest Erasmus+ student at Tomas Bata University, has been honored with the prestigious DZS Award for the best individual participant coming to Czechia. This recognition highlights his inspiring...
