Vysoká škola Bezpečnostného Manažmentu v Košiciach (University of Security Management in Košice)
About the University
The College of Security Management in Košice is a private university founded in 2006. It focuses on education in security and social work. Located in Košice, it offers Bachelor's and Master's degrees in "Management of Security Systems" and "Healthcare Security."
Studies are in Slovak. Available degrees are Bachelor (Bc.) and Engineer (Ing.). Tuition fees: full-time study is about €490 per semester, part-time study is €650–€800 per semester. Students can receive motivational scholarships up to €4000 per year through the state portal stipendia.portalvs.sk and participate in Erasmus+.
The application fee is €25. There are no entrance exams; documents about previous education are sufficient. Applications are accepted continuously throughout the year. Accommodation is arranged through a partner, CITY BUILDING, with 51 places available.
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Programs by Degree
List of programs for this institution — on the official website: vsbm.sk
Admission and Deadlines
Updated 21 July 2026- Private university focused on security; Bachelor's degrees in “Management of Security Systems” and “Security in Healthcare and Social Work,” as well as an engineering (Ing.) degree.
- Tuition fees: full-time study is about €490/semester, external study is €650–€800/semester; application fee is €25.
- Admission without entrance exams, based on previous study results; applications are accepted continuously throughout the year.
- Language of instruction is Slovak; accommodation is possible through a partner (CITY BUILDING) — 51 places.
Costs and Scholarships
Frequently Asked Questions about the University
What do students study at the University of Security Management in Košice?+
This is a private university focused on security sciences. For bachelor's degrees, they offer programs in "Security Systems Management" (Riadenie bezpečnostných systémov) and "Security in Healthcare and Social Work." You can continue your studies to the engineering (Ing.) degree level.
The language of instruction is Slovak; language preparation is provided for foreign students.
Sources: Bachelor's studies
How much does it cost to study, since the university is private?+
Yes, studies are paid. Full-time studies cost about €490 per semester, part-time studies cost €650–€800 per semester depending on the form and location. The application fee is €25.
The cost for foreign students in specific programs may differ – please check the current price list on the university's website.
Sources: Engineering studies
When to apply for admission?+
The university accepts applications continuously throughout the year (priebežne), without a strict single deadline. Admission is based on previous study results, without entrance exams.
You can submit your application through the state portal for electronic applications, prihlaskavs.sk.
Sources: Electronic application (portal)
Are there scholarships and housing for students?+
Students can get motivation scholarships up to €4,000 per year through the state portal stipendia.portalvs.sk. The University also participates in the Erasmus+ program.
Accommodation is offered through a partner (CITY BUILDING) — 51 places in renovated premises; apply in writing.
Sources: Housing and scholarships
