University of West Bohemia in Pilsen - Czech Republic

The University of West Bohemia (Západočeská univerzita v Plzni, ZČU) is a university in Pilsen, Czech Republic. It has nine faculties:

• Applied Sciences
• Mechanical Engineering and Electrical Engineering
• Economics and Law
• Arts (Philosophy) and Education
• Health Studies
• Ladislav Sutnar Faculty of Design and Art

In September 2026, 851 international students from 53 countries were enrolled in full degree programmes, and in 2025-26 the university hosted 463 exchange students from 34 countries. In the same year, ZČU students made 434 study or work placement stays abroad in 42 countries.

The International Office, at Univerzitní 22 in Pilsen, coordinates the university's international activities. It manages Erasmus+, advises international students, has separate coordinators for incoming exchange students, free movers and full-degree international students, and works with international coordinators at each faculty. The university also takes part in the EUPeace project.