Are you interested in a “double degree” in two world languages? Do you want to get an education in two accredited universities? Do you want to obtain good prospects for a career in top positions in public administration or international organisations, as well as in the private sector? Do you want the European Erasmus+ programme to pay for part of your studies? If you answered yes to the above questions, the Public Administration (Administration publique) programme is for you.
The Public Administration (Administration publique) study programme is prepared by Masaryk University in Brno and the University of Rennes in France. Czech and French teachers take turns in teaching, part of the teaching is in English and part in French. The programme is aimed at preparing highly qualified employees in public administration, but its graduates also find employment in the private sector in positions where they use their acquired knowledge and skills. The curriculum is strongly interdisciplinary and uses the proven know-how of the renowned participating universities, emphasising hard-skills knowledge but also developing soft-skills for easier employment. The programme has the prestigious international accreditation of the EAPAA, so it is one of a handful of the best programmes in the region. Along with solid economic knowledge, graduates receive an education in the broad field of administrative sciences and law. Through internships in Czech and French public institutions and special courses, graduates strengthen their prerequisites for finding a successful job after graduation.
The final output of the student and his/her studies in the programme is a diploma thesis, which verifies his/her ability to apply the acquired theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the elaboration of a specific topic in the field of public administration, public finance or public policy. Students have the opportunity to choose topics using their experience from internships in Czech and French public administration institutions.
Graduates receive French and Czech university diplomas, giving them the chance to work in interesting positions in many countries. Moreover, discussions with graduates show that double degree participants are more satisfied in their jobs and have slightly higher salaries than graduates who did not go abroad for an internship during their studies.
Successful graduates of the Czech-French Public Administration (Administration publique) programme work in European Union institutions, Czech ministries and many other interesting positions in the public sector. They have also obtained positions in the French–Czech Chamber of Commerce, as well as in private international companies such as Gardner Denver.
“The MFTAP programme allowed me to learn the basics of economics, public administration and to deepen my knowledge of the functioning of the EU, which became crucial for my future employers. I have worked on economic issues at the Office of the Government and now at the European Commission, where I also benefit from practical experience of working in a foreign language environment.”
Petra Št'astná
European Commission
“I decided to study an MFTAP, and I am glad I chose this programme. Not only did I deepen my professional knowledge and improve my language skills, but I also completed internships in the Czech Republic and France. After graduation, I got a job in the EU Economic and Financial Policy Unit at the Ministry of Finance of the Czech Republic.”
Martin Gorčák
Ministry of Finance
“What has driven my decision to go for MFTAP was the ideal combination of economics education with foreign languages, along with the attractive opportunity of internship in both Czechia and France. Even though I have decided to opt for the private sector after my studies have ended, it was MFTAP that essentially made my career possible. With key skills enabling the start of my professional journey in the finance field, where I was initially focused on the French market only, but throughout the years I was able to progress my career, move into the manager role and now I am responsible for the whole EMEA region.”
Petra Linhartová
Gardner Denver (Ingersoll Rand Group)
Courses taught in English and French language can be found at the link below. Just select semester (autumn, spring) and find out what we offer.
Tuition fee is 190,000 CZK (cca 7,600 EUR*) for the whole 2-year-long programme
Tuition fee for the first year of studies (95,000 CZK) is payable at the beginning of the semester. Students will obtain detailed information on the method of payment along with the decision on admission to studies.
Students who have completed their undergraduate studies at University of Rennes do not pay tuition fees according to the current agreement between the two universities. A scholarship programme will be available for the best students in the programme.
In the third semester of their studies, all students go to Rennes for a study and work placement. For this trip, each student will receive Erasmus+ financial support to facilitate their studies.
*Please note that the exchange rate may vary, and the EUR amount is provided for reference only.
Graduates of the programme will be prepared (if they wish) to pursue a doctoral programme with a focus on, for example, economics, management, public administration and public policy in most countries of the world immediately after graduation or with time to spare after gaining practical experience.
Follow-up Master's degree in full-time form. The language of instruction is English.
The programme can be studied only as a single subject. Tuition fee is 95,000 CZK per academic year.
Are you interested in obtaining a “double degree” from a
French and a Czech university? Do you want to maximise your prospects for a
career in top positions in public administration and international
organisations, as well as in the private sector? Do you want the European
Erasmus+ programme to pay for part of your studies?
“Making the state magnifique”
If you answered yes to the above questions, the Public
Administration (Administration publique) programme is the perfect choice for
you. The Public Administration (Administration publique) study programme is
prepared by Masaryk University in Brno and the University of Rennes in France.
Czech and French lecturers take turns in teaching, part of the teaching is in English
and part in French. The programme is aimed at preparing highly qualified
employees in public administration; however, graduates also find employment in
the private sector in positions where they are able to use their acquired
knowledge and skills. The curriculum is strongly interdisciplinary oriented and
uses the proven know-how of the renowned participating universities,
emphasising the development of both hard-skills knowledge as well as
soft-skills for easier employment. The programme has the prestigious
international accreditation of the EAPAA, so it is one of a handful of the best
programmes in the region. Through internships in Czech and French public
institutions and special courses, graduates strengthen their prospects for
finding a successful job after graduation. Graduates receive French and Czech
university diplomas, giving them the chance to work in interesting positions in
many countries. Moreover, discussions with graduates show that participants of
the double degree programme are more satisfied in their jobs and have slightly
higher salaries than graduates who did not go abroad for an internship during
their studies.
Within the framework of the study, the student is obliged to
complete two internships. In the second year of study, students go to France
where they complete a two-month internship and teaching at Université de Rennes
in France. An important fact is that the trip to France is financially
supported by the European Erasmus+ programme and the faculty itself contributes
to part of the costs. In the second year of study, an internship is carried out
in a Czech institution for a duration of one month. The programme potentially
allows participants to alternate between an internship in the Czech Republic
and an internship in English in another developed country. Students also have
the option to choose from a list of Czech and French institutions provided by
the MFTAP programme coordinator and the French side. Students can thus be sure
that they will be completing their internship in an institution that is used to
working with interns and is able to assign tasks that will help them advance
professionally in their subject of study. Czech internship mentors are invited
each year to an MFTAP workshop where student feedback from both Czech and
French internships is discussed. Examples of internships in the Czech Republic:
Brno City Municipality, South Moravian Regional Authority, Ministry of Finance
of the Czech Republic, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic,
European Centre Brno. Examples of internships in France: Préfecture
d'Ille-et-Vilaine, Université de Rennes Service des Affaires Internationales,
Chambre Régionale de Commerce et d'Industrie de Bretagne, Nantes Métropole,
Maison de l'Europe de Rennes. The dual traineeship system gives the study
programme an essential uniqueness and the opportunity to gain experience from public
administration practice in two different countries of the European Union. The
intercultural dimension is a specific comparative advantage of this system.
https://www.econ.muni.cz/en/admissions/masters-studies-in-english-and-french
Successful graduates of the Czech-French Public
Administration (Administration publique) programme work for European Union
institutions, Czech ministries and many other interesting positions in the
public sector. They also hold positions in the French–Czech Chamber of Commerce
as well as in private international companies such as Gardner Denver. Graduates
of the English-French programme will have a high value on the labor market and
a chance for similar positions due to their knowledge of English and French.
“The MFTAP programme allowed me to learn the basics of economics, public administration and to deepen my knowledge of the functioning of the EU, which became crucial for my future employers. I have worked on economic issues at the Office of the Government and now at the European Commission, where I also benefit from practical experience of working in a foreign language environment.”
Petra Št'astná
European Commission
“I decided to study an MFTAP, and I am glad I chose this programme. Not only did I deepen my professional knowledge and improve my language skills, but I also completed internships in the Czech Republic and France. After graduation, I got a job in the EU Economic and Financial Policy Unit at the Ministry of Finance of the Czech Republic.”
Martin Gorčák
Ministry of Finance
“What has driven my decision to go for MFTAP was the ideal combination of economics education with foreign languages, along with the attractive opportunity of internship in both Czechia and France. Even though I have decided to opt for the private sector after my studies have ended, it was MFTAP that essentially made my career possible. With key skills enabling the start of my professional journey in the finance field, where I was initially focused on the French market only, but throughout the years I was able to progress my career, move into the manager role and now I am responsible for the whole EMEA region.”
Petra Linhartova
Gardner Denver (Ingersoll Rand Group)
Data from the previous admission procedure (15 Dec 2023 – 15 Apr 2024)
Our Master's degree programmes are open to students holding a Bachelor's or equivalent degree. Applicants must have a good command of the English and French language. Please see https://www.econ.muni.cz/en/admissions/masters-studies-in-english-and-french/how-to-apply for complete information on how to apply or contact admission@econ.muni.cz.
For application process, the applicant needs to attach the following documents to the e-application:All application materials must be in English or in Czech.
Information available at: https://www.econ.muni.cz/en/admissions/masters-studies-in-english-and-french/application-requirements
An example of your study plan:
Graduates of the programme will be prepared (if interested)
to pursue a doctoral programme with a focus on, for example, economics,
management, public administration and public policy in most countries of the
world immediately after graduation or with time to spare after gaining
practical experience.
| Provided by | Faculty of Economics and Administration | |
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| Type of studies | Follow-up master's | |
| Mode | full-time | Yes |
| combined | No | |
| distance | No | |
| Study options | single-subject studies | Yes |
| single-subject studies with specialization | No | |
| major/minor studies | No | |
| Standard length of studies | 2 years | |
| Language of instruction | English | |
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Tuition fees
The studies are subject to tuition, fees are paid per academic year |
95,000 CZK Find out more |
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| Phone: | +420 549 49 4945 |
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For questions about the application process, you can also check the Application Requirements.