The mission of Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava is to develop a harmonic personality, knowledge, wisdom, goodness, and creativity in a human being, and to contribute to the development of science, culture and health for the well-being of society and thus to contribute to the development of a knowledge-based society.
University education at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering of the Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava (FME STU) is a form of training after completing secondary education. Starting from the academic year 2001/2002, the studies are structured in 3-year bachelor programs (Bachelor of Science – BSc or Bc. in Slovakia), and complementary 2-year master graduate programs (Master of Science – MSc). Previously the BSc and MSc programs had independent curricula, i.e. the master studies were not a supplementary element to the bachelor ones.
The title acquired after successful completion of a master programme in technology in Slovakia is "Engineer" (Ing.). This title is still applied in a number of European countries and is fully equivalent to MSc.
We operate on a semester system. The lecturing period of the winter semester begins in September and ends in December. Summer semester lectures start in February and finish in May. Both semesters are completed by a six week standard examination period.
Each bachelor and master program consists of relatively fixed curricula which are clearly spread over study years and semesters. A program is composed of obligatory and elective subjects. The portion of electives is highest in the final year of study.
One year of study consists of direct study load - class attendance (lectures, practical exercises, laboratory works, seminars, studio project work, excursions), independent study and individual creative activities. Based on the European Community Courses Credit Transfer System (ECTS) the total for each year of study corresponds to 60 credits. The minimum requirement for a Bachelor of Science degree is to gain 180 credits, and 300 credits for Master of Science (Engineer) respectively.
The bachelor studies finish with a final state examination consisting of defence of the final thesis and oral examination in selected subjects important from the viewpoint of study branch and corresponding to the final project.
Holders of FME STU bachelor degree or persons having finished equivalent study programs recognized by the Faculty authority within another institution of higher education may apply for one of the MSc study programs.
The MSc studies finish with final state examination consisting of defending the diploma thesis and oral examination in selected subjects corresponding to the study program and the diploma project.
Students possessing the second degree can have access to the doctoral study (PhD), obtainable upon completion of a dissertation based on original research work.
Seven reasons why to study at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at the Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava:
1. Tradition and Quality
The Slovak University of Technology boasts the longest history in teaching engineering subjects in Slovakia. Its tradition is reflected by its excellent ranking among Slovak faculties and its international reputation.
2. No Entrance Examinations
Students with good secondary schools results are enrolled for BSc. courses without an entrance examination.
3. Professional Career Building During the Study
We will assist you in planning and starting you professional career, since the faculty cooperates with dozens of top industrial enterprises, non-production organizations, institutions, universities in Slovakia and abroad.
4. Study in English
BSc and PhD courses can be studied both in Slovak and English languages. MSc courses are delivered in English assuming a sufficient number of applicants.
5. Excellent Location
The Faculty is located in the Bratislava City centre with diverse cultural and sport activities within walking distance. Bratislava is included among the six most attractive cities of Europe.
6. Hostel Accommodation for Everyone
FME STU students are provided comfortable lodgings in reconstructed Student Hostels, along with the possibility of private flat rental. There are also offered numerous out-of school and leisure time activities: gyms, swimming pools, athletic stadium, cinemas and clubs.
7. Graduates with a Future to be Envied
After the successful completion of the study program, our graduates will have no problem to find lucrative jobs. Beside machinery enterprises they are also in demand in other production branches, information technologies, educational institutions, research, local government and trade
