Get a head start on your studies at BUT: Applications for the Předškolovák program are open

The first days at university can be full of excitement as well as uncertainty. But what if you could start your first semester with a group of friends and have experienced students by your side to guide you? That's exactly what Předškolovák offers! It helps future BUT students get to know their classmates, find their way around university life, and gain valuable advice before the academic year even begins. Registration for this year's edition is still open!

Předškolovák give new first-graders a unique head start in their studies. | Author: Předškolovák

Předškolovák is the only official orientation event for incoming first-year students at Brno University of Technology. This year marks its 16th edition and taking place in two four-day sessions 20–23 August and 23–26 August at Vranovská pláž campsite. "It's the best orientation event you can attend before starting university. I met my future classmates and had an amazing time," said Tatiana, who took part last year.

More than just an orientation camp

Besides helping participants make new friends, the main goal of Předškolovák, which attracts around 800 incoming students every year according to the organisers, is to make the transition from secondary school to university as smooth as possible.

Participants meet classmates from their study programme, receive practical advice from senior students, and learn how studying at Brno University of Technology really works. They get familiar with the BUT Information System, learn about Erasmus+ study opportunities abroad, and meet representatives of student organisations and project teams they can join at any point during their studies.

The main idea is to get to know your future classmates and the university environment. | Author: Předškolovák

"Each group has its own instructor who accompanies participants throughout the event and helps them with practical questions about studying, university life, and living in Brno," explained organiser Martin Hemza, a graduate of Faculty of Information Technology BUT.

Four days full of unforgettable experiences

The programme combines ice-breaking and team-building activities, workshops, and sports. Future students can look forward to activities such as Swing Jump, bumperball, water football, silent disco, a Na Stojáka stand-up comedy performance, a tour of a hydroelectric power plant, evening parties with a DJ, a traditional campfire, and a spectacular closing fireworks display.

The programme is organised with the help of dozens of senior student volunteers who show newcomers that university life is about much more than lectures – it's also about community, collaboration, and shared experiences. "At first, I wasn't sure if I should go, but in the end I decided to join and I don't regret it at all. I highly recommend it. You'll meet people you'll share so many experiences with, and you'll have loads of fun. It was amazing!" said BUT student Viktorie.

This year's Předškolovák will take place at Vranovská pláž campsite in two sessions:

20–23 August 2026
23–26 August 2026

Participants will stay in cabins, transportation from Brno by coach is provided, and half board is included throughout the event. Předškolovák is held under the auspices of the Rector of Brno University of Technology and with the support of the Student Chamber of the BUT Academic Senate.

More information is available on the Předškolovák website.