Faculty of Physical Education, Sport and Health
About the Faculty
The Faculty of Physical Education, Sport and Health is an important part of Matej Bel University in Banská Bystrica. This department focuses on preparing skilled specialists for work in education, professional sports, and promoting a healthy lifestyle.
The study process is available at Bachelor's and Master's levels, and teaching is mainly in Slovak. The key fields of study are physical education in schools, sport and recreation, and adaptive physical activity.
To apply, applicants from Ukraine need to submit an application form (prihláška) and documents about their previous education. Dormitory accommodation and tuition fees depend on the chosen program, so it is best to check the official faculty website for current information.
Faculty Programs
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Buildings, laboratories, and classroomsAdmission to the Faculty
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
What programs does Faculty of Physical Education, Sport and Health offer?+
Faculty of Physical Education, Sport and Health (Univerzita Mateja Bela v Banskej Bystrici) offers 20 accredited study programs — see the list with study mode, language, and duration above on this page. Each program has its own page with admission requirements.
Is tuition free at the faculty?+
Full-time study in Slovak at public universities in Slovakia is free within the standard duration — this also applies to Faculty of Physical Education, Sport and Health programs. English-language and part-time programs are usually paid; the application fee is paid separately.
How to apply to Faculty of Physical Education, Sport and Health?+
Applications are submitted online through the e-prihláška system of Univerzita Mateja Bela v Banskej Bystrici university (link on the university's page) or through portalvs.sk. For documents from Ukraine, recognition of the certificate/diploma will be required — start this step in advance.