Welcome to UTB International
Tomas Bata University in Zlín puts great emphasis on internationalization and all activities related to international projects and cooperation.On this webpage you can find information on the international activities of TBU in Zlín and useful advices for students and staff.
Recent news
Age Is No Barrier: University of the Third Age Seniors Shine in the Erasmus+ Programme
Tomas Bata University in Zlín has achieved another important success. It received a grant for the project Development of Digital Education for the University of the Third Age (U3A) within the Erasmus+ international mobility programme. Thanks to this, for the first...
An Experience That Changes Your Perspective on Education – and Yourself
UTB Students Get a Glimpse into Brussels European School What does education look like in an international environment where dozens of nationalities meet every day? And what can such an experience bring to future educators? Two students from Tomas Bata University in...
International Week at TBU Facilitated Networking and Cultural Dialogue Across Borders
Tomas Bata University in Zlín (TBU) has successfully wrapped up its 13th International Week, organised by the International Office team and Faculty members. Under the theme "Experience the World, Enjoy the Community," the event brought together more than 20 staff...
Erasmus Their Way: Iva and Jirka Swap Stereotypes for Calm, Nature, and Time Together
When people think of Erasmus, they often imagine parties, new friendships, and endless exploration. But Iva and Jirka, Master’s students of Marketing Communications at Tomas Bata University in Zlín, challenge that stereotype. Their semester in Sweden looks very...
Japanese Academic Collaboration at the Forefront at Tomas Bata University in Zlín
The second week of March at Tomas Bata University in Zlín was dedicated to strengthening cooperation with Japanese universities. Two distinguished academic delegations visited the university to present their expertise and explore opportunities for long-term...
An Internship in Lapland: “All My Stress Disappeared on the Very First Day,” Says Karolína Hlaváčková
Karolína Hlaváčková, a second-year AMP student at the Faculty of Humanities, is currently completing a work internship at the University of Lapland in Rovaniemi, Finland. How did she get the opportunity to work at an international office, what surprised her about...
Christmas Beyond Snow: An Ethiopian Perspective on Faith, Community, and Tradition
For many people in the Czech Republic, Christmas is closely connected with snow, decorated trees, gifts, and busy Christmas markets. For people coming from other parts of the world, however, the meaning of Christmas can be shaped by very different traditions....
The Chilean Ambassador Discussed the Expansion of University Cooperation at UTB
On 3 December 2025, the Ambassador of Chile, Víctor Abujatúm, visited Tomas Bata University in Zlín together with the representative of the Chilean Embassy, Mr. Máximo Cattán. The purpose of their visit was to discuss opportunities for expanding international...
International Week at UTB: Sharing Experience, Cultural Dialogue and Networking Across Europe
The 12th International Week took place at UTB from 7 to 11 April 2025, bringing academics and staff from Erasmus+ partner universities from all over Europe to Zlín. The event was attended by representatives of universities from almost 10 countries, including Spain,...
Welcome Meeting for Erasmus+ Students at TBU
On Monday, 15 September 2025, more than one hundred students who arrived in Zlín within the Erasmus+ programme gathered at 12:00 in the auditorium of the Tomas Bata University in Zlín. The Welcome Meeting was organised by the International Office, with the main goal...
