University of Chemistry and Technology of Prague vs University of South Bohemia - USB vs Technical University of Ostrava - VSB vs Anglo-American University - AAU vs European Summer School

Side-by-side comparison from 146 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: University of Ostrava (4.80)
University of Chemistry and Technology of Prague: wins 1/7 categories
University of South Bohemia - USB: wins 0/7 categories
Technical University of Ostrava - VSB: wins 3/7 categories
Anglo-American University - AAU: wins 1/7 categories
European Summer School: wins 0/7 categories
Institute of Technology and Business in České Budějovice: wins 0/7 categories
University of Ostrava: wins 2/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Chemical Engineering
Ceske Budejovice, Czech Republic
4.40
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11 reviews
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Best programme: Business Administration
Best programme: Applied Physics
Best programme: Business Administration
Prague, Czech Republic
Not rated
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0 reviews
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Ostrava, Czech Republic
4.80
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45 reviews
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Best programme: English Philology
Category ratings
Facilities
4.27
4.00
4.75
Win
4.47
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Not rated
4.47
Location
4.70
Win
4.38
4.50
4.66
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Not rated
4.52
Professors
4.18
4.50
4.50
4.53
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Not rated
4.60
Win
Internationality
3.82
4.38
4.75
Win
4.62
Not rated
Not rated
4.33
Student life
4.00
4.25
4.50
4.60
Win
Not rated
Not rated
4.47
Value
4.00
4.13
4.25
4.51
Not rated
Not rated
4.56
Win
Accommodation
4.27
3.75
4.50
Win
4.32
Not rated
Not rated
4.15
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Supportive faculty and program flexibility
  • +Practical, hands-on learning with excellent labs and equipment
  • +Strong community and international student experience
  • +Dedicated and experienced teaching staff
  • +Supportive and flexible learning environment
  • +Engaging extracurricular activities and cultural immersion
  • +Excellent study environment and facilities
  • +Engaging student life and activities
  • +Strong academic programs and resources
  • +International and vibrant student environment
  • +Approachable and helpful professors
  • +Practical learning and skill development

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  • +Strong community and supportive teachers.
  • +Modern campus and facilities.
  • +Abundant extracurricular activities and personal development opportunities.
Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues are a significant source of frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of modern resources are commonly criticized.
  • -The curriculum is perceived as irrelevant and poorly delivered.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources detract from the learning experience.
  • -Lack of clear communication and support leaves students feeling unsupported.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frustration and inefficiency.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources negatively impact the learning environment.
  • -Lack of communication and support from the institution is a recurring problem.
  • -Administrative and management issues create significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of modern resources are a recurring problem.
  • -The curriculum is often perceived as irrelevant or poorly implemented.

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  • -Administrative and management issues cause frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are common complaints.
  • -Lack of essential resources hinders learning.
Rating summary
What students say

The university's location received the highest marks, with a score of 4.7, followed closely by facilities and accommodation, both at 4.27. Areas for improvement include internationality, which scored 3.82, making it the weakest surveyed category. Student life and value for money were rated at a solid 4.

This institution receives strong endorsements for its academic and international offerings. Professors are highly rated at 4.5, while location and internationality both score 4.375. Student life and value also demonstrate solid performance. Facilities are well-regarded, though accommodation emerges as the weakest area with a rating of 3.75.

This institution demonstrates exceptional strengths in its facilities and internationality, both scoring a high 4.75. Student life, location, and accommodation also receive positive feedback with a 4.5 rating. Professors are rated a strong 4.5 as well. The weakest area, though still good, is value at 4.25.

Considerable strengths are evident in the university's location and student life, both receiving high marks. Internationality and professors also score very favorably. The facilities and value for money are well-regarded, demonstrating a generally positive student experience. Accommodation stands out as the area with the lowest, though still respectable, rating.

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Professors stand out with an impressive rating, reflecting a particular strength in academic instruction. The university also scores highly in location and value. Accommodation presents the lowest score, indicating a potential area for improvement compared to other aspects of the student experience. Overall, the institution demonstrates a solid, well-rounded performance.

Reviews summary
Highlights

Nine out of ten reviews are positive, highlighting enriching experiences, skilled faculty, and practical, research-oriented programs. Some mention demanding courses and occasional English communication barriers from instructors.

With an average rating of 4.36/5 from 11 reviews, ~91% of feedback is positive. Students highlight good teacher relationships, flexible courses, and beautiful locations. Minimal negative feedback was noted.

All five reviews are positive, with an average rating of 4.4/5. Students praise the study environment, teachers, facilities, and student life, highlighting well-stocked libraries, modern labs, and good recreational spaces.

All 74 reviews are positive, with an average rating of 4.53/5. Students highlight the international environment and helpful professors as key strengths. There is no negative feedback.

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With a 4.8/5 average rating from 45 reviews, students praise the strong sense of community, wonderful professors, and modern, welcoming campus. There are no reported negative experiences.

Rating distribution
5★
36%
45%
40%
53%
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0%
80%
4★
45%
45%
60%
47%
0%
0%
20%
3★
18%
9%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
2★
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
0%
0%
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0%
0%
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Quality and experience!

I can say I am completely different from before and after AAU. At some point I wondered but now without even noticing I can see my knowledge has improved a lot. I say seamless because it is not the traditional type of learning, you learn through hands on projects, in class discussions, real world scenarios, interactive sessions and becomes part of your day to day life and interests. I 100% Recommend AAU to anyone who wants to experience a life-long a real international community and learn in the process while having the time of your life in Europe!

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OSUxperience

Great sense of community, once you find the right people. The professors are wonderful, especially Dr. Hurtová and Dr. Tomášková. The entire university recently had a massive facelift, so the whole institution feels modern and welcoming.

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