Janáček Academy Performing Arts (JAMU) is a public higher education institution (HEI) founded 12th September 1947. Its beginnings had been preceded by efforts connected to the name of Leoš Janáček, one of the most distinquished figures in modern European Music, including foundation of the Organ school in 1881 and of the Brno Conservatory in 1919. JAMU is one of the two art academies in the Czech Republic focused on music as well as performing arts. The JAMU´s main role is to provide tertiary education in the field of arts (music, theatre, dance, and multimedia) in its accredited study programmes. At the same time it actively pursues academic research and publication while striving to develop international partnerships. Students and teachers also participate in various programmes and take many opportunities to enhance their skills at partner foreign institutions With Erasmus+ alone, JAMU has contracts with c. 60 institutions from 23 countries.
University highlights
- Officially registered public institution with a focus on Arts and humanities.
What makes this institution stand out
- Study in Jihomoravský, with access to the institution's teaching and professional networks in Czechia.
- Explore programmes in Arts and humanities; confirm the current programme language, accreditation and admissions requirements before applying.
Why Study at Janáček Academy of Performing Arts?
| Type | Accreditation / recognition | Reference | Validity | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | https://regvssp.msmt.cz/registrvssp/inak.aspx | — | — | — |
Listed in the Czech MEYS Register of Higher Education Institutions. Programme-level and institutional-accreditation details should be verified in the same register before publication.
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Bachelors Degree
- Class 12th/+2/HSC Marks Sheet
- Passport
Masters Degree
- Bachelors Certificate
- Bachelors Marks Sheet
- Passport
Ph.D
- Bachelors Certificate
- Bachelors Marks Sheet
- Masters Certificate
- Masters Marks Sheet
- Passport
EU, EEA and Swiss citizens do not need a student visa. Third-country nationals studying for more than 90 days generally need a long-term visa or long-term residence permit for studies. The correct route depends on nationality, programme and intended stay, so applicants should use the current Czech Ministry of the Interior and embassy guidance.
Application form: Use the current form for the selected visa/residence route.
Valid travel document: Passport validity and blank-page requirements must be checked with the embassy.
Photograph: Use the current official format.
Acceptance / enrolment evidence: University confirmation showing the purpose of studies.
Proof of accommodation: Accommodation evidence in the required form.
Proof of funds: Evidence of sufficient resources in the official format.
Medical insurance: Required where applicable
Criminal-record evidence: May be required from relevant countries.
Parental consent: Required where applicable for applicants under 18.
Up to 60 days
CZK 2,500 standard long-term study visa/residence application fee; exceptions may apply.
Janáček Academy of Performing Arts appears in the official Czech Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports register as a public university-type higher-education institution.
The institution is based in Jihomoravský, Czechia. Its Study in Czechia profile lists Arts and humanities. Applicants should check the official website for current programmes, teaching language and admissions deadlines.
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