Detailed introduction of Pavol Josef Safarik University:

Introduction

Pavol Josef Safarik University is located in Košice, Slovakia. It is a public comprehensive university with a profound historical heritage and a wide range of disciplines.

Overview

Student size: The university has a total of 5,700 students.

Number of faculty and staff: There are 1,250 administrative staff.

History and establishment time

The university's tradition of higher education dates back to 1657, when Bishop Benedict Kish Dy founded a college. In 1660, the Roman Emperor Leopold I granted the college the same privileges as other universities of the Habsburg dynasty.

In 1773, the college became a public institution. In 1850, it was transformed into a law school until 1921.

In 1959, Pavol Josef Safarik University was officially established in Košice. It integrated part of the medical department of Comenius University and the philosophy department of Prešov Education College, etc., and has continued to grow and develop since then, and has added several colleges.

School Strength

Teaching: As a comprehensive university, it offers a wide range of disciplines and a rich selection of courses, covering medicine, law, natural sciences, education and other fields, to meet the learning needs of different students and provide a platform for students to develop comprehensively. The school pays attention to teaching quality, adopts a variety of teaching methods and means, cultivates students' professional knowledge and practical ability, and enables students to better adapt to the needs of society and the workplace.

Scientific research: The school has carried out in-depth research in multiple disciplines, has a group of outstanding scientific researchers and advanced scientific research facilities, and has achieved a series of important scientific research results, which has made positive contributions to promoting the development of science and technology and social progress in Slovakia.

International Exchange: Actively carry out international cooperation and exchange projects, establish cooperative relations with universities in many countries and regions, promote international exchanges and cooperation between teachers and students, and enhance the international influence and reputation of the school.

Nature of the institution

Public university.

Educational philosophy

Focus on inheriting and promoting excellent academic traditions, cultivating students' innovative spirit and practical ability, and committed to providing students with high-quality education and training, so that students can become well-rounded talents with social responsibility, professional quality and international vision.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key disciplines: Medicine, law, natural sciences and other disciplines are the school's advantageous disciplines, with a high academic status and influence in Slovakia, providing students with high-quality professional education and research opportunities.

Laboratory situation: The school has a number of advanced scientific research laboratories and research centers, which provide good conditions for teachers and students to carry out scientific research, and support experimental research in the fields of medicine and natural sciences.

Department Settings

The school has a total of 5 colleges, namely the School of Medicine, the School of Science, the School of Law, the School of Education, the School of Public Administration, etc.

Ranking

In the 2022 QS Emerging Europe and Central Asia Rankings, the school ranks 126th.

Expenses

Public universities in Slovakia are funded by the government and tuition fees are relatively low. The tuition fees at Pavol Josef Safarik University vary depending on the major and degree level. Generally speaking, the tuition fees for undergraduate courses are about 2000-5000 euros/year, the tuition fees for master's courses are about 3000-6000 euros/year, and the tuition fees for doctoral courses are about 4000-8000 euros/year.

Campus

Campus facilities: The campus has a beautiful environment and advanced teaching facilities. It has modern teaching buildings, libraries, laboratories, gymnasiums and other teaching and living facilities, providing students with good learning and living conditions.

Campus life: The school focuses on cultivating students' comprehensive qualities and has carried out a variety of campus cultural activities and club activities, such as academic lectures, cultural and art exhibitions, sports competitions, etc., which enrich students' extracurricular life and promote their all-round development.