Events, Workshops, Conferences

Round table on GAČR projects (UP, RUP) | 5. 3. 2026

Sharing experience from project proposal evaluations, presenting examples of good practice, and offering specific recommendations for project preparation. The event is intended primarily for UP researchers. UP Project Service

Okno do praxe – job fair (PřF UP) | 7. 4. 2026

An opportunity to meet potential employers at the career fair Okno do praxe. The 19^th edition of the fair, organized by the Faculty of Science in cooperation with the UP Career Centre, will offer students a clear and practical insight into the working environment. Companies and institutions will present opportunities for long‑term employment as well as part‑time jobs, internships, and trainee programmes. More details

Student scientific conference (Comenius University, Bratislava, Slovakia) | 29. 4. 2026

English friendly

This international scientific event offers Bachelor’s, Master’s/Engineering, and doctoral students (without a completed PhD) an excellent opportunity to present the results of their research work. The conference will include several main sections – biological, didactic, environmental, geographical, geological, and chemical. All submissions undergo a peer‑review process, and the conference outputs will be published in a reviewed proceedings volume with an ISBN. Registration for applications and submissions: 23 February–13 March 2026. Participant registration; Submission upload; More information

AFO 61 – Academia Film Olomouc | 28. 4. – 3. 5. 2026 – save the date

English friendly

The International Festival of Popular Science Films has been organized by Palacký University Olomouc since 1966. Over the years, the originally small, closed event has grown into one of the largest educational events in Europe. Registration has not opened yet, but you can already save the date. For the latest updates, please follow the festival website and the UP events calendar. AFO website

Training & Skills

COOC – online courses for PhD students (online) | until 31. 5. 2026

You can use online courses primarily focused on developing teaching competencies (lesson planning, curriculum, presentation skills, IT tools, resilience, safety). Registration is available via the Lifelong Learning Portal. Lifelong Learning portal

Lifelong learning courses at UP | Summer semester 2025/2026

English friendly

Lifelong learning training opportunities will continue in the upcoming summer semester. The courses are open to university staff as well as doctoral students. The offer includes courses focused on developing teaching skills, project management, personal development, and practical skills such as first aid or the use of AI. Some courses are offered in English (Psychohygiene for Academics; Speak UP! Presentation skills; and Open Access & Research Data Management: Applying Open Science in Research Projects). Registration will open on Wednesday, 4 March 2026 at 8:00 via the link provided here. The courses are free of charge for UP employees and doctoral students.

Webinars of the National Technical Library | March, April 2026

English friendly

A new semester brings new opportunities – sharpen the skills you need for your studies and research! The National Library of Technology (NTK) invites students, PhD candidates, and early-career researchers to join free webinars. In English (with additional Czech sessions), they will help you navigate scholarly resources, cite properly, write your thesis or first article, manage research data, and address academic integrity. Simply register for the webinars of your choice – no NTK membership required.

Competitions & Sci‑Comm

UP Endowment Fund – support for talented people (open call) | until 8. 5. 2026

English friendly

Gain an opportunity for your professional growth and education, as well as financial support for your research or artistic‑creative projects. Until 8 May 2026, you can apply for funding for your project within the 11^th call of the UP Endowment Fund. More information

Podnikavá hlava – announcement of the competition and opening of registration of competition contributions (VTP UP) | 11. 3. 2026

Palacký University Olomouc is once again looking for entrepreneurial minds! Do you have an idea ‘in your head’ or ‘in your drawer’ that you haven’t yet brought to the market, or have been developing for no more than one year? The goal of the Entrepreneurial Head competition is to support both aspiring and experienced entrepreneurs and to recognize the best business idea in the Olomouc Region. More information about the competition.

Grant Support & Services

Horizon Europe 2026–2027 – topics and deadlines

English friendly

The Horizon Europe Information Days provide potential applicants and other stakeholders in EU research and innovation with an opportunity to obtain information and ask questions about the main funding instruments and processes of the Horizon Europe programme. A list of upcoming information days can be found HERE. Those interested in assistance with submitting a grant proposal may contact the staff of the Project Service at Palacký University Olomouc.

Research Fellowship for Doctoral Students

Czech Doctoral Research Fellowship – scholarship stay in Canada

Doctoral candidates in the humanities, social sciences, and arts can apply for a prestigious fellowship supporting a research stay at the Wirth Institute for Austrian and Central European Studies (University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada). The fellowship runs during the 2026/2027 academic year and is intended primarily for dissertation research. The program offers one fellowship position and is open to Czech citizens with excellent English and all doctoral requirements completed except the dissertation. Applications must be submitted by 6 April 2026. More details

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