Detailed introduction of Technical University of Kosice:

Introduction

Technical University of Kosice is an internationally renowned research-based educational institution located in Košice, Slovakia, providing education and smart solutions for all areas of life. It is one of the strongest universities in Slovakia.

Overview

Student size: There are more than 9,100 students, of which about 14% are international students from 44 different countries around the world.

Faculty: There are 767 faculty members who provide professional education and guidance to students.

History and establishment time

The university was founded in 1952, but its history can be traced back to earlier. In 1657, Universitas Cassoviensis was founded in Košice, and in 1762, Queen Maria Theresa of Hungary established the Mining Academy in Banská Štiavnica, laying the foundation for technical education. In 1937, the M. R. Štefánik State Technical College was established in Košice. Due to the war, it was relocated. On July 8, 1952, the Czechoslovak government issued Directive No. 30/1952 to establish the Košice Technical College, which has three colleges of heavy engineering, mining and metallurgy. It continued to grow and develop in the future. On February 13, 1991, it was renamed Technical University of Kosice.

School Strength

Teaching: Nine colleges offer more than 530 accredited bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree courses. The teaching methods are diverse, including lectures, seminars, laboratory work, etc., and are closely integrated with the needs of industry and commerce. The success rate of fresh graduates in the job market is almost 100%.

Research: Actively carry out scientific research, undertake many scientific research projects, and support young innovators through the TUKE Entrepreneurship Center and Incubator of the University Science and Technology Park Technicom.

International Exchange: 110 companies from more than 30 countries have been established. A number of higher education institutions have established cooperative relations and carried out international exchange activities through the Erasmus+ program to promote international exchanges and cooperation between teachers and students.

Institutional nature

Public university.

Educational philosophy

Focus on cultivating students' innovative and practical abilities, emphasizing teamwork and professional ethics, and is committed to providing students with high-quality education so that students can quickly adapt to the needs of society and the workplace after graduation and contribute to social and economic development.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key disciplines: Mining, ecology, process control and geotechnical technology, materials science, metallurgy and recycling, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering and informatics, civil engineering, economics and other disciplines are the school's advantageous disciplines.

Laboratory situation: The school has a number of professional laboratories and research centers, such as materials technology laboratories, mechanical engineering laboratories, electrical engineering laboratories, etc., which provide good conditions for teachers and students to carry out scientific research and support cutting-edge research and technological innovation in related disciplines.

Faculty Settings

The school has a total of 9 colleges, including Mining, Ecology, Process Control and Geotechnical Technology, Materials, Metallurgy and Recycling, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Information, Civil Engineering, Economics, Manufacturing Technology, Art, and Aviation.

Ranking

In the 2025 QS World University Rankings, it ranks 1001-1200.

In the 2022 QS Emerging Europe and Central Asia Rankings, it ranks 99th.

Expenses

Slovak citizens and EU residents can study for free, and foreign students can also study for free for courses taught in Slovak, but tuition fees for courses taught in English start from US$5,000 per year.

Campus

Campus facilities: The campus covers an area of ​​43 hectares and has three campuses in two cities. The school has a library with a rich collection of books, covering various professional books, scientific works, and classic literary works. In addition, the school also provides students with a variety of sports facilities and cultural venues.

Campus life: The school has carried out a variety of campus cultural activities and club activities, such as sports competitions, choirs, student TV stations, etc., which enrich students' extracurricular life. In addition, the school is located in Košice, and students have the opportunity to access local cafes, restaurants and other entertainment venues, as well as internship opportunities in large companies.