About the Faculty
The Faculty of Forestry is a structural part of the Technical University in Zvolen, located in the city of Zvolen. The structure of the institution includes 8 departments, covering areas such as forest economics, applied zoology, forest and landscape protection, and forest logistics.
Study programs focus on forestry, natural resource management, biodiversity conservation, and forest engineering. Students can pursue education at the Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral levels. Studies are conducted in Slovak and English.
To submit an application (prihláška), applicants must pay a fee of €35. Questions about tuition fees and the availability of dormitory places (internát) should be clarified directly on the official website of the institution.
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Updated 21 July 2026For most bachelor's programs, admission is grantedwithout entrance exams— based on the average grade of the certificate in relevant subjects. A bachelor's diploma in the relevant field is required for master's programs. Applications are submitted via ePrihláška.
Frequently asked questions about the faculty
How much does admission to the Faculty of Forestry in Zvolen cost and when is the deadline for 2026/2027?+
The fee for admission to bachelor's programs is €35 for all majors; it is non-refundable because it covers organizational costs, and it is paid only by bank transfer. Applications must be submitted exclusively electronically through the system is.tuzvo.sk/prihlaska.
The deadline for submitting applications for bachelor's studies is May 31, 2026, and the admission process itself takes place from June 23 to July 10, 2026. The Faculty of Forestry is located in Zvolen (Technical University in Zvolen).
Sources: Admission - Faculty of Forestry TUZVOFor applicants (Uchádzači)
What can I study at the Faculty of Forestry in Zvolen?+
The faculty is structured into eight departments: Economics and Management of Forestry, Phytology, Forest Resource Planning and Informatics, Integrated Forest and Landscape Protection, Logging, Logistics and Melioration, Forest Cultivation, Applied Zoology and Game Management, and Natural Environment.
The fields of study include forestry, nature and landscape protection, applied zoology, and game management. It is the only institution in Slovakia with such a comprehensive range of forestry specialties, making the faculty a good choice for those planning a career in the forest and nature conservation sector.
Is tuition at the Faculty of Forestry TUZVO free for Ukrainians?+
The Technical University in Zvolen is a public university, so full-time study in Slovak within the standard period is free of charge, including for Ukrainians with temporary protection status. Only the admission fee of €35 and, if needed, dormitory accommodation are charged.
Fees apply to part-time (externá) study or exceeding the standard duration of study. Check the exact conditions and deadlines on the official admission page of the faculty before submitting your application.
Sources: Admissions — Faculty of Forestry, Technical University in Zvolen