č.j.: MU-IS/132018/2021/1446189/LF-6
Measure of the Dean of the Faculty of Medicine of Masaryk University No.
6/2021
Scholarship programmes of the Faculty of Medicine of Masaryk
University
Pursuant to Section 28(1) of Act No. 111/1998 Coll., on Higher Education Institutions
and on Amendments and Additions to Other Acts (the Higher Education Act), as
amended (hereinafter referred to as the "Higher Education Act"), I issue the following
measure:
Article 1
Announcement of scholarship programmes
1. The conditions and procedure for awarding scholarships to students of Masaryk
University (hereinafter referred to as "MU") are regulated by the MU Scholarship
Regulations, which came into force on 1 July 2017. The scholarship programmes
announced herein apply to undergraduate and postgraduate students enrolled in
full-time study programmes at the Faculty of Medicine of Masaryk University
(hereinafter referred to as "MU Faculty of Medicine"). In exceptional cases, the
Dean of LF MU may decide to award a scholarship to a student enrolled in a
combined form of study or to a student from another MU faculty.
2. In accordance with Article 3 of the MU Scholarship Regulations, the Dean of LF
MU announces the following Scholarship Programmes:
I. Benefit Scholarship Programme
II. Scholarship programme for students representing LF MU
III. Scholarship programme to support student participation in professional
events
IV. Scholarship programme to support students going on internships abroad
in the framework of exchanges organized by MU
V. Scholarship programme to support students' creative activities, i.e.
scientific research and teaching activities
VI. Dean's Award
VII. P-PooL Scholarship Programme for the support of students in the P-PooL
Extended Research Training Programme
VIII. Scholarship programme for the support of postgraduate studies in English
IX. Scholarship program to support students who successfully pass the
USMLE exams
X. Scholarship programme to support short-term, research internships for
students
XI. Dean's Award for International Students - Excellence Award
XII. Scholarship programme to support student mobility within the Doctoral
Study Programme (DSP)
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3. These scholarship programmes are not time-limited. Scholarships will be awarded
on a rolling basis, pending cancellation of specific scholarship programs, unless
otherwise noted below for a specific program.
4. In the application of this measure, there shall be no discrimination or exclusion, in
particular on grounds of sex, age, race, language, origin, nationality, religion or
belief.
5. The entitlement to a scholarship under this measure ceases for a student who has
been found guilty of a disciplinary offence under the MU Faculty of Arts
Disciplinary Regulations, regardless of whether the sanction has been imposed or
waived.
Article 2
Rules for individual scholarship programmes
I. Benefit Scholarship Programme
1. The purpose of the scholarship is to motivate undergraduate students to achieve
excellent academic results and to improve the quality of the educational process at
LF MU.
2. Advancement scholarships may be awarded to students enrolled at the MU
Faculty of Medicine in full-time Bachelor's, Continuing Master's and Master's
degree programmes in both Czech and English. A merit scholarship may also be
awarded to a student upon resuming studies after interruption.
3. Merit scholarships may be awarded if the following conditions are met:
a) obtaining a specified number of credits by the end of the examination period of
the spring semester of the relevant academic year, which must be equal to or
greater than
than the product of the number of semesters completed x 30,
b) attainment of the required overall grade average (the weighted average
according to Article 17(2) of the MU Study and Examination Regulations
(hereinafter referred to as the MU STE), calculated from the data in the MU
IS),
c) Compliance with the standard period of study, except for any overrun due to a
successfully completed, at least semester-long, foreign placement, and except
for any overrun due to study during a recognised period of parenthood.
4. The amount of the awarded scholarship is derived from the total amount of funds
allocated annually to the MU Faculty of Arts for scholarships:
Monthly amount of merit scholarships
Semester
diameter up
to (and
including)
diameter to
(inclusive)
1,30 1,11
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1st - 2nd
semester
3rd - 4th
semester 500 CZK
5th - 6th
semester 800 CZK
7th - 8th
semester 800 CZK 1 000 CZK
9th - 10th
semester 1 100 CZK 1 500 CZK
11th - 12th
semester 1 100 CZK 1 500 CZK
5. For the purpose of calculating eligibility for the award of a merit scholarship in the
current academic year, the student's cumulative grade point average for all
previous academic years of study in the given programme of study, which the
student obtains by the end of the extended examination period of the spring
semester of the previous academic year, is relevant.
6. The scholarship is awarded to all eligible students without the need to apply. The
scholarship is paid twice a year. In the fall semester
for 4 months of study, and in the spring semester for 6 months of study. The
student does not receive a merit scholarship for the months of July and August.
7. The basis for payment of the scholarship, after approval of the proposed amount
by the Dean, will be prepared by the Study Department and approved by the ViceDean
for Student Affairs.
8. The source of funding is the LF MU scholarship fund, income from fees for study in
a study programme conducted in a foreign language and other LF MU resources
earmarked for educational activities.
II. Scholarship programme for students representing LF MU
1. The purpose of the scholarship is to support students in activities that help to
spread awareness, contribute to the representation of the MU Faculty of Medicine,
promote its good reputation, increase its reputation before the public and motivate
cooperation and communication within and outside the Faculty.
2. The scholarship can be awarded to students who participate in events
representing the MU Faculty of Arts in the Czech Republic or abroad:
a) as a member of the AS, official of the student association, sports
representative
at events that are not organized by LF MU,
b) as an organiser, co-organiser or organiser of events organised by LF MU.
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3. The scholarship referred to in paragraph 2(a) is a one-off and may be paid up to
the amount of the proven expenses incurred for economic travel and
accommodation related to
the performance of the duties of the post, up to a maximum of CZK 10 000. The
award of the scholarship shall be decided by
at the request of the student by the Vice-Dean for Student Affairs.
4. The scholarship referred to in paragraph 2(b) above is in recognition of the
student's contribution to the organisation of a representative event. The amount of
the scholarship is proposed by the organiser of the event
depending on the importance of the event. The proposal may be submitted after
the event has taken place. The award of the scholarship is decided by the Vice
Dean for Student Affairs.
5. The source of funding is the LF MU scholarship fund, income from fees for study in
a study programme conducted in a foreign language, or other faculty resources.
III. Scholarship programme to support
student participation in professional events
1. The purpose of the scholarship is to motivate and encourage gifted students to
actively participate in
in professional events held in the country and abroad and to lead them to further
student scientific activities.
2. The scholarship may be awarded:
a) for active participation in a professional event or conference, especially by
presenting their own results of the Student Scientific Professional Activity
(hereinafter referred to as SVOČ) through a poster or an author's oral
contribution,
b) to cover the costs associated with participation in the P-PooL Extended
Scientific Training Programme.
3. The scholarship may be awarded to a student who is proposed to actively
participate in a professional conference held in the country or abroad:
a) the guarantor of the field or programme being studied,
b) sponsor or trainer of the P-PooL programme,
c) the guarantor of the Student Scientific Conference (hereinafter referred to as
SVK) or the SVOČ supervisor,
d) by the supervisor or senior member of staff at the postgraduate student's
training institute.
4. The scholarship paid from the scholarship fund may be granted up to the amount of
proven expenses incurred for conference fees, economic travel and accommodation
related to the event attended. The amount of the scholarship paid from the
scholarship fund may not exceed:
a) 5.000,- CZK for a professional conference in the Czech Republic
b) 10.000,- CZK for a professional conference abroad
c) 15.000,- CZK for a professional conference held outside Europe
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There is no limit on the amount of the scholarship paid from a source other than the
scholarship fund.
5. The application for the scholarship is submitted by the student. The application is
accompanied by proof of acceptance of the paper for presentation at a professional
event and a recommendation from the sponsor or supervisor.
The application is decided by the Vice Dean for Student Affairs.
6. The source of funding is the faculty's scholarship fund, income from tuition fees
in a study programme conducted in a foreign language, or other faculty resources
intended for educational activities or resources provided by an external entity.
IV. Scholarship programme to support outgoing students
for foreign internships within the framework of exchange programmes
organised by MU
1. The purpose of the scholarship is to support students in studying abroad within the
framework of programmes and activities that MU participates in organising
(Erasmus+, Freemover, study at partner universities, etc.).
2. The scholarship may be awarded for participation in a foreign stay of at least one
semester, up to 100% of the proven expenses incurred for economic travel once to
the place of stay and once back, but not more than CZK 10,000.
3. The application for the scholarship is submitted by the student. The application must
be accompanied by evidence of reasonable expenses for economy fares. The Vice
Dean for Student Affairs decides on the award of the scholarship.
4. The source of funding is the LF MU scholarship fund and other faculty resources
intended for educational activities. The scholarship is not eligible for award and may
not be awarded mainly due to a lack of resources.
V. Scholarship programme to support creative, scientific,
research and teaching activities of students
1. The purpose of the scholarship is to support and further develop the creative
activities of students in the field of scientific research and pedagogical activities at
LF MU.
2. The scholarship may be awarded:
a) students of Bachelor's, Continuing Master's and Master's studies, who are
demonstrably involved in scientific research activities within the framework of
the SVOČ at the departments, clinics and laboratories of LF MU,
b) students who place 1st - 3rd in the SVK held at LF MU or when representing LF
MU at national or international student scientific conferences,
c) students involved in specific research, research projects, research centres and
activities related to projects and grants,
d) students of all study programmes for their pedagogical activity
at the LF MU workplaces.
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3. In the case of the SVOC (paragraph 2(a)), the scholarship is paid once per semester
in the maximum amount of CZK 3,000. The amount of the scholarship for the
placement at the JOC (paragraph 2, letter b) is at the discretion of the conference
sponsor. The amount of scholarships for other creative activities (para. 2, letters c),
d) must be agreed by the contract administrator through which
the activity is implemented, budgeted and charged.
4. The proposal for the award of a scholarship for work within the framework of the
JRC (paragraph 2, letter a) is submitted by the heads of institutes and clinics at the
request of the study department. Proposal for the award of a scholarship
for placing in 1st to 3rd place at the JRC (paragraph 2(b)) shall be submitted by the
JRC conference sponsor. Scholarships for other creative activities (para. 2, letters c,
d) are proposed by project researchers or heads of clinics, departments and
institutes of LF MU.
5. The Vice Dean for Student Affairs decides on the awarding of the scholarship.
6. The source of funding is the MU Faculty of Arts scholarship fund, income from fees
for study in a study programme conducted in a foreign language, other faculty
resources earmarked for educational or scientific and research activities, donations
from third parties, and resources provided by MU or an external entity. The
scholarship is not eligible for and may not be awarded mainly due to lack of
resources .
VI. Dean's Award
1. The purpose of the scholarship is to award students of undergraduate study
programmes for long-term exceptional study results, for creative, scientific,
research, humanitarian or other activities that go beyond the scope of normal study
and are a significant factor in enhancing the quality and reputation of the MU Faculty
of Medicine.
2. The prize may be awarded once a year to students enrolled at LF MU in full-time
Bachelor's, Continuing Master's and Master's degree programmes, except for study
programmes conducted in English. The award categories are as follows:
a) Dean's Award for outstanding academic performance during the course of
studies,
b) Dean's Award for Outstanding Scientific Achievement,
c) Dean's Award for outstanding contribution to the Faculty of Medicine.
3. The Dean's Award under paragraph 2, letter a), is an award for the best students of
the graduating class. The prerequisite is the achievement of a study average of up
to and including 1.11 for the total period of study (the so-called weighted average
according to Article 17(2) of the MU CBA, calculated from the documents in the MU
IS). For students after the second semester of the follow-up master's programme,
the weighted study average from the bachelor's programme (calculated from the
documents in the MU IS or taken from a statement of previous studies at another
school) is also included in the average.
4. The Dean's Award under paragraph 2, letter b) is an award for students who
achieve exceptional scientific and research success during their studies. At the
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same time, the student must be the first or second author of a professional article
published in an impacted journal in the Q1, Q2 category.
5. The Dean's Prize under paragraph 2(c) is an award for students who, during their
studies, have contributed to the development of civil society through publicly
beneficial activities, educational activities, humanitarian aid or have achieved
significant success in the field of culture and sport.
6. The amount of the scholarship is 10.000,- CZK in each category. Number of
awarded students
in category (a) is determined by the number of students meeting the study average
according to paragraph 3. A maximum of 3 students are awarded in categories b)
and c).
7. Proposals for awards in the category referred to in paragraph 2(a) shall be
submitted by the study department. Proposals for awards in the categories referred
to in paragraph 2(b) and (c) are submitted by the programme sponsor, the P-PooL
programme sponsor or supervisor, the SVOČ sponsor or supervisor, the head of
department or the vice-dean.
8. The Dean decides on the winners of the Prize and the awarding of the scholarship
after discussion at the LF MU management meeting. The prize may also not be
awarded.
9. The Dean's Award is announced annually, usually in February of the relevant
calendar year.
10. The source of funding is the LF MU scholarship fund, income from fees for study in
a study programme conducted in a foreign language, faculty resources earmarked
for educational activities and donations from third parties.
VII. Scholarship programme for student support
in the P-PooL Extended Research Training Programme
1. The purpose of the scholarship is to continuously motivate and support talented
students to actively
and sustained participation in the P-PooL Extended Research Degree Program and
to recognize them for their research activities.
2. The scholarship may be awarded to active students in the 3rd to 11th semesters of
General Medicine who are enrolled in a P-PooL extended research training program
and are also fully engaged in all P-PooL activities, including demonstrable and
independent scholarly activity.
3. The amount of the scholarship is a maximum of CZK 6,000 for the previous
completed semester. The scholarship is awarded no earlier than after the 3rd
semester of study, always in October and February. The award of the scholarship
and its amount is proposed by the supervisor after an assessment of the student's
activities during the previous semester. The scholarship proposal includes an
evaluation of these activities. The scholarship may be awarded in a reduced amount
or not at all in the case of insufficient student activity.
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4. The documents for payment of the scholarship are prepared and approved by the
Study Department.
5. The source of funding is the LF MU scholarship fund and other faculty resources
intended for educational activities.
VIII. Scholarship programme to support
postgraduate studies in English
1. The purpose of the scholarship programme is to motivate students to pursue
postgraduate studies
in the English language.
2. The scholarship may be awarded to a student in full-time postgraduate studies
in English language. The scholarship is now awarded to a maximum of ten students
in any one academic year. The awarded scholarship is subsequently paid up to and
including the 8th semester of study.
3. The scholarship is paid monthly in the amount of CZK 12,000 for one month of
study. If the award was decided after the start of the semester, the scholarship is
paid retroactively for each month of study in the semester.
4. If there are more than 10 applicants for the scholarship in an academic year, the
scholarship is awarded by the Dean on the proposal of the selection committee. The
selection committee consists of 1) the Vice-Dean for Science, Doctoral Studies and
Organisational Development, 2) the Vice-Dean for English Studies and
Internationalisation, 3) the Vice-Dean for Teaching in Preclinical General Medicine
and Admissions, 4) the Vice-Dean for Development and Studies in Clinical General
Medicine, 5) the Vice-Dean for Qualifications Development and Academic Affairs.
The committee shall make its decisions by majority vote.
In making its decision, the selection committee takes into account the results of the
admissions procedure, previous experience in science, research and undergraduate
studies, motivation to study and the plan for the dissertation project. If necessary,
scholarship applicants are invited to a personal interview.
5. The scholarship may be withdrawn by the Dean on the basis of a proposal by the
supervisor and the relevant departmental board in the event that the student fails to
fulfil the semester requirements in the context of the implementation of the individual
study plan. The conditions for withdrawal and termination of scholarships in doctoral
programmes conducted in the Czech language apply mutatis mutandis.
6. The source of funding is the LF MU scholarship fund, income from fees for studying
in a study programme conducted in a foreign language, other faculty resources
earmarked for educational activities and resources provided by an external entity.
7. In the event that a student fails to meet the requirements for enrolment in the
second semester of study, the cost of the scholarship in the first semester will be
reimbursed retroactively from the resources of the student's training institution.
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IX. Scholarship programme to support students,
who successfully pass the USMLE exams
1. The purpose of the scholarship is to motivate students to pass the United States
Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Step 1 or Step 2 and to encourage them to
establish further collaborations with major global institutions.
2. The scholarship may be awarded to a student who is enrolled in the Master of
General Medicine program and who has successfully completed the USMLE Step 1
or USMLE Step 2 examination prior to graduation.
3. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of a student's application supported by a
certificate of successful completion of the examination and is granted up to the
amount of the proven payment for the examination fee, up to a maximum of CZK
25,000. The application for the scholarship must be submitted no later than 1 year
after passing the examination.
4. The Vice Dean for Student Affairs decides on the student's request.
5. The source of funding is the LF MU scholarship fund or income from fees for study
in a study programme conducted in a foreign language.
X. Scholarship programme to support short-term,
research internships for students
1. The purpose of the scholarship programme is to involve undergraduate students in
the scientific research activities of LF MU, to support students in gaining domestic
and foreign professional experience and to motivate them to share good practice.
2. A scholarship may be awarded to a student of a Bachelor's, Master's or Master's
degree programme to undertake a short-term research internship in the Czech
Republic or abroad, based on a recommendation:
a) the guarantor of the field or programme being studied
b) P-PooL programme guarantor or trainer
c) SVK guarantor or SVOČ supervisor
3. The scholarship is conditional on the duration of the internship ranging from 31 to 90
days and the expectation of co-financing the internship from other sources such as
mobility programmes, projects or research grants.
4. The amount of the scholarship paid from another source is entirely at the discretion
of the provider. The amount of the scholarship paid from the scholarship fund may
be reimbursed up to the amount of the proven expenses incurred for the economic
travel and accommodation during the internship. However, the maximum amount of
the allowance is:
a) 5 000,- CZK for an internship in the country,
b) 10 000,- CZK for a traineeship within Europe,
c) 15 000 CZK for a traineeship outside Europe.
5. The scholarship is awarded at the request of the student. The application shall be
accompanied by a quantification of the estimated costs and a recommendation from
the sponsor or supervisor as per paragraph 2.
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6. The Dean decides on the award of the scholarship.
7. The source of funding is the LF MU scholarship fund or other faculty resources
earmarked for educational activities. The scholarship to support short-term research
internships may also be funded from other sources provided by an external entity or
from the income from fees for study in a study programme conducted in a foreign
language. The scholarship is not eligible and may not be awarded, in particular due
to lack of resources.
XI. Dean's Award for International Students - Excellence Award
1. The purpose of the Excellence Award Scholarship is to award students of the
undergraduate study programmes "General Medicine" and "Dentistry" in English for
exceptional academic achievements, contribution to the MU Faculty of Medicine and
research activities that are a significant factor in enhancing the quality and
reputation of the MU Faculty of Medicine.
2. The amount of the scholarship is CZK 10,000 per student.
3. Proposals for the award are submitted by the Vice Dean for English Studies and
Internationalisation.
4. The Dean decides on the winners of the Prize and the award of the scholarship after
discussion at the LF management meeting. Academic performance is the guiding,
but not the only criterion. Other criteria may also be taken into account in the award,
in particular the student's contribution to the community, academia or research work.
The award may also be withheld.
5. The Excellence Award is presented annually, usually in February of the calendar
year in question.
6. The source of funding is the income from fees for studying in a study programme
conducted in English.
XII. Scholarship programme to support student mobility within the Doctoral
Study Programme (DSP)
1. The purpose of the scholarship is to support students of doctoral study programmes
(hereinafter referred to as "DSP") who go on a full-time study stay abroad or
practical internship of at least 30 days (hereinafter referred to as "internship"). For
internships shorter than 30 days, a scholarship may be awarded only in exceptional
and justified cases.
2. The scholarship can also be used to support a traineeship in the framework of a socalled
double-supervised study (Cotutelle) or to fulfil one of the conditions for the
award of a European doctorate (a minimum 3-month traineeship abroad). The
scholarship applicant can also apply for funding for a trip to his/her alma mater
abroad. Stays in the Slovak Republic are not supported by this scholarship
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programme. The awarded scholarship can be combined with funds received from
other scholarship programmes or sources.
3. The scholarship can be used to cover accommodation, travel and subsistence
expenses. The maximum amount of the scholarship is 50 000,- CZK for a
traineeship in Europe and 60 000,- CZK for a traineeship outside Europe. The
scholarship is paid in one lump sum in advance. Payment of the scholarship during
or after the internship is only possible in exceptional cases.
4. An application for a scholarship is submitted to the Vice-Dean for Science, Doctoral
Studies and Organisational Development via the IS MU Office using the electronic
form "Application for a scholarship to support a trip abroad - doctoral studies". The
application must be accompanied by a concluded traineeship agreement (Learning
Agreement for Traineeships form for Erasmus+ trips and Training Agreement for
traineeships under other mobility programmes or non-mobility programmes). The
decision on the total amount of the scholarship depending on the length of the
traineeship is at the individual discretion of the Vice-Dean. The application can be
resubmitted.
5. The application is approved by the Vice-Dean for Science, Doctoral Studies and
Organisational Development.
6. In case of failure to travel and to provide a confirmed document of completion of the
traineeship, i.e. the Learning Agreement for Traineeships form for Erasmus+ trips
and the Confirmation of Placement Period form for other trips, the scholarship will be
returned in full.
7. The sources of funding are the projects Internal Project 3/A (Strengthening
international elements in doctoral studies and requirements for doctoral students in
the context of internationalisation) and the project Programme for the Support of
Strategic Management of Universities 2022-2025, number 3.1 (International
Excellence in Doctoral Studies). The fellowship is not eligible and may not be
awarded, mainly due to lack of resources.
Article 3
Rules for submission of applications
1. Scholarship applications can be submitted by correspondence or in person at the LF
MU registry. Undergraduate students may also submit an application at the LF MU
Study Department, postgraduate students may also submit an application at the LF
MU Qualification Development Department.
2. Applications are submitted using the sample application form available on the LF
MU website.
3. Components of applications:
a. Applications for Scholarship Programmes II, III and X include a quantification of
the expected costs. If the student's participation in the event is to be co-financed
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from other sources (mobility programmes, grants, projects and, on the basis of
other applications submitted to MU, also applications not yet approved), the
applicant is obliged to provide this information, including the amount of the
contribution, if known; the scholarship, if approved, is paid upon submission of
receipts for the economic fare, accommodation or conference fee.
b. The application for scholarship programmes IV. includes the submission of
receipts for economic fares.
c. The IX Scholarship Program application must include proof of successful
completion of the USMLE exam and proof of payment for the exam.
4. Unless it is explicitly stated that the scholarship can be awarded retrospectively,
applications must be submitted well in advance. For scholarship programmes II, III
and X, applications must be submitted at least 6 weeks before the event in which
the student is to be supported by the scholarship. For regularly scheduled events
(annual meetings, etc.), the student (or club) will inform the faculty leadership of the
schedule of events for the entire semester. The deadline may be waived only in
justified cases and with the approval of the Dean
.
5. Approval of applications for scholarships from Programmes II and III up to CZK
5,000 per student per year is fully within the competence of the relevant Vice-Dean
for Student Affairs. Applications
with a higher expected amount are approved by the Dean at the MU LF
management meeting.
Article 4
Final provisions
1. The interpretation of individual provisions and updates of this measure is entrusted
to the Vice-Dean for Student Affairs of the MU Faculty of Arts.
2. Compliance with the provisions of this measure is monitored by the MU Faculty of
Medicine Secretary.
3. With the effectiveness of this measure, the scholarship programmes previously
announced by the Dean of the Faculty of Arts MU are cancelled.
4. This measure shall enter into force and effect on the date of publication, except for
Article 2, point "I Benefit Scholarship Programme", which shall enter into force on 1
September 2023. For the Benefit Scholarship Programme, the modification
according to MU FF Measure No. 6/2021 of 5 May 2022, No.:MUIS/132018/2021/1446189/LF-5
shall apply for the academic year 2022/2023.
5. With the effectiveness of this measure, MU Faculty of Arts Measure No. 6/2021 of 5
May 2022, No.:MU-IS/132018/2021/1446189/LF-5 is repealed.
In Brno on
prof. MUDr. Martin Repko, PhD.
Dean of LF MU