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Faculty of Transport and Communications Exploitation and Economics

Fakulta prevádzky a ekonomiky dopravy a spojov · PEDAS
Žilina
34
programs
7
departments
Žilina
city

About the Faculty

The Faculty of Transport and Communication Operations and Economics is a structural unit of the University of Žilina in the city of Žilina. The institution specializes in training professionals for the transport industry, logistics, and communication infrastructure. The faculty structure includes seven departments covering all types of transport and economic disciplines.

Studies are conducted at the bachelor's and master's levels, mainly in Slovak. Students study transport organization, transport economics, logistics management, and digital communication technologies. The programs are practically oriented, allowing graduates to work in road, rail, air, and water transport.

To apply, you need to submit a prihláška (application form) and pay a fee of 30 euros. The deadlines for submitting documents are March 31, 2026, for the first round (admission June 2–3, 2026) and July 31, 2026, for the second round (August 12–13, 2026). Students can expect accommodation in an internát (dormitory) if places are available.

Departments and divisions

Katedra cestnej a mestskej dopravy
Katedra železničnej dopravy
Katedra leteckej dopravy
Katedra vodnej dopravy
Katedra spojov
Katedra ekonomiky
Katedra kvantitatívnych metód a hospodárskej informatiky

Faculty Programs

Bc
Air Transport
3 years · Slovak · Full-time
Free
Bc
cestná doprava
3 years · Slovak · Full-time
Free
Bc
distribučné technológie a služby
3 years · Slovak · Full-time
Free
Bc
ekonomika a manažment podniku
3 years · Slovak · Full-time
Free
Bc
elektronický obchod a manažment
3 years · Slovak · Full-time
Free
Bc
finančný manažment
3 years · Slovak · Full-time
Free
Bc
letecká doprava
3 years · Slovak · Full-time
Free
Bc
vodná doprava
3 years · Slovak · Full-time
Free
Bc
zasielateľstvo a logistika
3 years · Slovak · Full-time
Free
Bc
železničná doprava
3 years · Slovak · Part-time
Free
Bc
železničná doprava
3 years · Slovak · Full-time
Free
Mgr
Air Transport
2 years · Slovak · Full-time
Free
Mgr
cestná doprava
2 years · Slovak · Full-time
Free
Mgr
distribučné technológie a služby
2 years · Slovak · Full-time
Free
Mgr
Distribution Technologies and Services
2 years · Slovak · Full-time
Free
Mgr
E-commerce and management
2 years · Slovak · Full-time
Free
Mgr
ekonomika a manažment podniku
2 years · Slovak · Full-time
Free
Mgr
elektronický obchod a manažment
2 years · Slovak · Full-time
Free
Mgr
finančný manažment
2 years · Slovak · Full-time
Free
Mgr
Freight forwarding and logistics
2 years · Slovak · Full-time
Free
Mgr
letecká doprava
2 years · Slovak · Full-time
Free
Mgr
Railway Transport
2 years · Slovak · Full-time
Free
Mgr
Road Transport
2 years · Slovak · Full-time
Free
Mgr
zasielateľstvo a logistika
2 years · Slovak · Full-time
Free
Mgr
železničná doprava
2 years · Slovak · Part-time
Free
Mgr
železničná doprava
2 years · Slovak · Full-time
Free
PhD
doprava
4 years · Slovak · Part-time
Free
PhD
doprava
3 years · Slovak · Full-time
Free
PhD
dopravné služby a logistika
3 years · Slovak · Full-time
Free
PhD
dopravné služby a logistika
4 years · Slovak · Part-time
Free
PhD
ekonomika a manažment podniku
4 years · Slovak · Part-time
Free
PhD
ekonomika a manažment podniku
3 years · Slovak · Full-time
Free
PhD
ekonomika dopravy, spojov a služieb
3 years · Slovak · Full-time
Free
PhD
ekonomika dopravy, spojov a služieb
4 years · Slovak · Part-time
Free
Programme details are available in Ukrainian

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Admission to the Faculty

Updated 21 July 2026

For 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.

Application deadline
March (1st round, application 2–June); July (2nd round, 12–August)
Admission fee
30

Frequently asked questions about the faculty

What is the deadline for submitting an application to FPEDAS UNIZA in Žilina and how much does admission cost?+

The first admission round lasts until March 31, 2026 — admission (enrollment) is planned for June 2–3, 2026. If there are still vacant places, a second round is announced with a deadline of July 31, 2026, and enrollment on August 12–13, 2026. The admission fee is €30.

There are no entrance exams: selection is based on high school results. The second round is convenient for Ukrainian applicants who complete their high school diploma nostrification in the summer. Applications are submitted electronically through the information system of the University of Žilina.

Sources: Admission — FPEDAS UNIZAFaculty Profile — Portál VŠ (University Portal)

What transport and logistics specializations does FPEDAS UNIZA offer?+

The faculty is a leader in Slovakia in transport and logistics, with 7 departments covering different types of transport and economics. Bachelor's programs include road / railway / air / water transport (Cestná / Železničná / Letecká / Vodná doprava), communication (Katedra spojov), as well as economic fields: freight forwarding (zasielateľstvo) and logistics, distribution technologies, e-commerce and management, enterprise economics and management.

This wide range is due to Žilina's role as a transport and logistics hub and the presence of a large Kia car factory nearby. The diploma is recognized in the EU; graduates are in demand in logistics, transport, railway, and postal/courier companies.

Sources: Departments — FPEDAS UNIZAAdmission to Bachelor's studies

Is education free at FPEDAS and is knowledge of Slovak needed?+

Full-time study in Slovak within the standard period is free for all students, including Ukrainians under temporary protection; fees are charged only for exceeding the study period or for a second parallel study. The main teaching is in Slovak, so sufficient language knowledge is required for economic and technical subjects.

Since there are no entrance exams and the fee is moderate (€30), admission is available to applicants with completed secondary education. The University of Žilina has its own dormitories, and Žilina offers a lower cost of living than Bratislava, making this faculty a practical choice for studying transport and logistics economics.

Sources: Admissions - General InformationOfficial website of FPEDAS