Important: Before registering for their final semester, students must verify their academic progress to ensure that all curricular requirements necessary for participation in the final examination are fulfilled in time.

In both Bachelor’s and Master’s programmes, successful completion of the Thesis module is a prerequisite for obtaining the pre-degree certificate (absolutory) and for eligibility to take the final examination.

This includes:

1. Registration for the Thesis / Dissertation module during the official course registration period.

2. Successful completion of all requirements defined in the module description, resulting in a passing grade.

Please note that successful completion of the module is not determined solely by the submission of the written thesis. Assessment is based on the student’s academic

progress, engagement throughout the semester, participation in mandatory consultations and overall commitment, as specified in the module requirements.

Students may apply for the final examination in the semester in which they expect to 1) obtain the pre-degree certificate (absolutory), and 2) submit their thesis or dissertation.

1) Applications are submitted through the Student Information System (Neptun). Information on the main and supplementary application periods, as well as other administrative details, is provided in the detailed semester schedule. A pre-degree certificate is awarded to students who have successfully completed all courses and earned the total number of credits required by their curriculum.

• 7-semester Bachelor’s programmes – including Business Administration and Management, Commerce and Marketing, and Finance and Accounting – require a total of 210 credits as specified in the curriculum.

• 8-semester Bachelor’s programmes – including International Business and Tourism and Catering – require a total of 240 credits as specified in the curriculum.

• 4-semester Master’s programmes – including Marketing, International Economy and Business, Tourism Management, Entrepreneurship Development, and Leadership and Management – require a total of 120 credits as specified in the curriculum.

2) Following the approval from the academic supervisor, the thesis must be submitted by the official deadline. All theses submitted on time will be accepted for defence at the final examination, regardless of the content of the examiner’s report. The Final Examination Board determines the final grade, which may differ from the grade proposed by the examiner.

Preparation for the final examination is the responsibility of the individual student. However, the faculties support students by organising Final Examination Information Sessions for all Bachelor’s and Master’s Programme students.

Participation in these sessions is strongly recommended, free of charge, and requires no prior registration. Faculties also publish in advance the list of topics for the oral component of the final examination. Further details are available in the Faculty Information Guides.

For students enrolled in 2024 or earlier, the final examination consists of two components:

1. The defence of the final thesis, dissertation or diploma project.

2. An oral examination.

The Final Examination Board assigns separate grades for each component. If a student receives a failing grade in one component, only that component must be retaken.

Students must bring their presentation for the defence on a portable storage device or ensure electronic access to it during the examination. In some programmes, students may be required to upload their presentation to a designated online platform in advance; the relevant details are provided by the faculties.

The presentation must be prepared in Microsoft PowerPoint (.pptx format). If another format is preferred, students should consult their supervisor beforehand.

Students are expected to attend the final examination in attire appropriate to the occasion.

Each thesis or dissertation will receive at least one written assessment. Students may view their assessments and the proposed grades through the learning platform, and can check the examination schedule in the Student Information System or on their faculty website.

For students enrolled in 2024 or earlier, the final examination consists of:

1. the defence of the final thesis, dissertation or diploma project, and

2. an oral examination component.

The Final Examination Board assigns separate grades for each component. In the event of a failing grade, the student is required to repeat only the failed component.

1) The Defence

The defence involves presenting the key content and findings of the final thesis, dissertation or diploma project, and answering questions posed by both the examiner and the members of the Final Examination Board. The duration of the defence is 10–15 minutes, of which the presentation may take a maximum of 10 minutes.

The final thesis, dissertation or diploma project is graded by the Final Examination Board, while the grade proposed in the written evaluation serves only as a recommendation to support the board’s decision. The board assesses the work as a whole, including any clarifications or explanations provided during the defence, and determines the final grade accordingly.

2) The Oral Examination

During the oral component of the final examination, the student independently presents their theoretical and practical knowledge related to the assigned topic, selected from the list of topics published in advance. The student also answers questions from the Final Examination Board related to the chosen subject area. The oral examination lasts 10–15 minutes.

This component is conducted with a clearly identified topic area, as designated in advance. Students are granted preparation time prior to the oral examination. In this part of the examination, the board evaluates the extent to which the student has acquired the knowledge, skills and competences required for the award of the degree, as well as their ability to apply what they have learned in practice.

At the designated assembly time, students must report to the assigned examination room. At this point, they will receive information regarding the procedure of the examination, their identity will be verified through photographic identification, and their presentation will be uploaded to or downloaded onto the university computer used during the defence.

At least two students must be present before the Final Examination Board at all times.

Following all presentations and oral examinations, results will be announced at the end of the session.

Use of Unauthorised Aids

The principles of honesty and academic integrity must be strictly observed. If it is proven that a student has used any unauthorised aids or materials, the examination shall be deemed failed and suspended. A formal record will be made, and the student will only be permitted to retake the final examination during the next available examination period.

Absence from the Final Examination

A late-arriving student may still be admitted to the examination provided they arrive before the conclusion of the penultimate student’s examination. If a student fails to appear by that time, their knowledge cannot be assessed, and they must retake the final examination during the next available period.

If a student receives a failing grade for any component, only that component must be repeated.

Students who are dissatisfied with their examination result (other than a fail) may request to retake the final examination in the following examination period. The intention to retake must be declared either directly to the Final Examination Board on the day of the examination or to the Student Services Office by the end of the following day.

Upon such declaration, the existing final examination grade becomes void, and the result obtained during the next examination period will be considered valid.

Until the official diploma is issued, students may request a provisional certificate from the Student Services Office. This document states the classification of the degree and confirms that the diploma is currently being processed.