Czech language with preparation for university
for foreign students. One year course.
Czech language plus preparation for university studies in the following branches:
Economics, Law, Social Sciences, Philosophy, Math and Physics, Electrical, Mechanical and Civil Engineering, Transportation, Architecture, Nuclear Physics, Natural Science.
GENERAL INFORMATION
COURSE ORGANIZATION
humanities
economics
technical studies
STUDY CONDITIONS
documents required by the Czech Education Office
APPLICATION FORM
PAYMENT
The
Poděbrady Study Centre of the Institute for Language and Preparatory Studies of Charles University is a specialized institution dedicated to preparing international students for studies at Czech universities.
The one-year course prepares students in the humanities, economics and technical fields for studies at Czech universities.
This one-year program is meant for students to whom the Government of the Czech Republic has granted scholarships as well as for self-paying students. You may obtain information about scholarships at your local Czech Embassy or Consulate.
The preparatory course is divided into two semesters. The winter semester begins approximately mid-September with a two-week intensive course of Czech. The lessons are assigned to students according to the date of their arrival.
In October students are split into classes according to their specialization. Czech language classes naturally take up the greatest number of lesson hours; the other subjects correspond to the type of field to be studied.
The winter semester ends approximately mid-January. In some of the courses the students only earn credits. The major subjects, however, in addition require taking mid-term/semester exams. After the end of the winter semester there is a one-week break.
The summer semester starts in February and lasts till the end of May. The requirements for the successful completion of the study program are similar to those of the winter semester. Those students who successfully complete the program will receive a certificate.
We would like to stress the fact that we offer
NO PREPARATION whatsoever for the field of the arts or for study programs at different faculties of architecture or Arts and Crafts Schools!!!
It is possible to study the field of humanities in the Czech Republic at many different universities at various levels and specializations. Most schools are located in the capital, Prague, and in regional/county towns. A shorter study program (usually three years) is for a bachelor's degree (in Czech the title is abbreviated as Bc.), a longer study program (usually five years) is for a master's degree (in Czech the title is abbreviated as Mgr.).
An essential prerequisite for passing a university entrance exam is mastering the Czech language because these exams are in Czech.
Entrance exams generally consist of a written part which tests the knowledge of the corresponding future field of study. Quite often the exam will currently also include a part which tests a general study aptitude (logic).
The lessons in the humanities classes follow the content of the entrance exams. During the first semester most time is spent on the Czech language. This is a course in basic Czech which permits students to communicate in everyday situations and also acquire a basic understanding of Czech grammar. A great deal of attention is paid to written expression, too. History, geography and an introduction to the field of study (sociology, psychology, biology, philosophy, law, linguistics, literature…) complement the Czech classes .
During the second semester most lessons deal with specialized Czech for the humanities study fields. The lessons in history, geography and introduction to the field of study continue along with logic.
It is possible to study the field of economics in the Czech Republic at more than fifteen different universities at various levels and specializations. Most of the schools are located in the capital, Prague, and in regional/county towns. A shorter study program (usually three years) is for a bachelor's degree (in Czech the title is abbreviated Bc.), a longer study program (usually five years) is for an engineering degree (in Czech the title is abbreviated Ing.) or possibly a master's degree (in Czech, abbreviated as Mgr.).
The university entrance exams usually focus on verifying the candidate's level of Czech, secondary school mathematics (according to the Czech secondary school syllabus) and basic economics terminology. Some universities also include a psychology test, an IQ test or a general knowledge exam.
The lessons in economics classes follow the content of the entrance exams.
During the first semester most time is spent on the
Czech language. This is a course in basic Czech which permits students to communicate in everyday situations and also acquire a basic understanding of Czech grammar. A great deal of attention is also paid to written expression.
Mathematics, English and geography complement Czech classes; more advanced students will also have an
introduction to economics.
During the second semester most of the lessons deal with specialized Czech for economists.
Mathematics, English and geography continue as part of the study program and, in addition, work on the PC.
It is possible to study the technical field in the Czech Republic at various universities at various levels and specializations. The majority of our students usually want to study at CVUT in Prague or at VUT in Brno because these technical universities have the longest tradition. A shorter study program (usually three years) is for a bachelor's degree (in Czech, abbreviated as Bc.), a longer study program (usually five years) is for an engineering degree (in Czech, abbreviated as Ing.).
The university entrance exams usually focus on verifying the candidate's level of secondary school mathematics and physics (according to the Czech secondary school syllabus). Since the entrance exams are in Czech, it is necessary to be familiar with Czech terminology.
The lessons in the technical classes follow the content of the entrance exams.
The classes are divided according to the specialization, i.e. electrotechnic, mechanical or civil engineering fields.
During the first semester most time is spent on the Czech language. This is a course in basic Czech which permits students to communicate in everyday situations and also acquire a basic understanding of Czech grammar. A great deal of attention is paid to written expression, too.
Mathematics and physics (technical drawing if necessary) complement Czech classes.
During the second semester most lessons are in
mathematics and physics in addition to
work on the PC and, if necessary, descriptive geometry. The Czech classes focus on specialized terminology.
The Study Centre tries to create the best possible conditions for study and to secure all the necessary equipment. Special textbooks are published to meet students' needs. These take into account the fact that he/she has a beginner's level of Czech. A computer room and a study hall are available. Students may also go to the local library.
Student housing is available at the Charles University Hall of Residence in Poděbrady. The hall is located near the town center.
The international student who wants to study at faculties in the Czech Republic must have his/her secondary education recognized by the Czech Education Office.
| Recognition requirements: |
| official sealed reports from each academic year of secondary study |
| a validated copy of the final examination certificate |
| a full description of all subjects taught - number of hours (weekly) must be included |
| notarized Czech or English translation of all above mentioned certificates (a translation from English to Czech, as required by the Czech Education Office, may be provided upon request) |
The legalization of documents, e.g. school diplomas and transcripts, is in accordance with international agreements, conventions and consular treaties.
Documents from countries which have a bilateral agreement with the Czech Republic, do not have to be legalized.
Documents from countries which have signed the Hague Convention must have an Apostille.
Documents from other countries need to be super-legalized, i.e. they must have a stamp from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the country the documents are from and an additional stamp from the Czech Embassy/Consulate in that country.
Information regarding the different types of agreements should be available at the Czech Embassies/Consulates in the given countries.
Please, take note that the only translations recognized of school transcripts, degrees, diplomas as well as birth certificates are the ones translated by a Czech certified translator. In exceptional cases and only those translations done at a Czech Embassy/Consulate in a given country, may be accepted.
Use the enclosed electronic application form.
ATTENTION: Please, read! Russian area e-mail communication problem !!
ONLINE APPLICATION
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For more information contact our Study Dept. at:
Charles University in Prague
Institute for Language and Preparatory Studies
Study Dept.
Vratislavova 10,
128 00 Prague 2, Czech Republic
tel.: +420 224 990 420
fax: +420 224 990 453
E-mail: daniela.vlkova@ujop.cuni.cz
"ONE-YEAR COURSE of language and professional training for future study at universities."
Course duration: September 2009 – June 2010
Full cost: EUR 4 790
The full cost of the course includes tuition fees for language and vocational subjects, about 30 - 35 lessons per week, including basic materials.
| We would like to inform all students interested in our courses to arrange for a long-term residence visa at the Czech Embassy in their country. |
| Each participant in a course is obliged to present his/her payment receipt at the opening of the course. |
| In the Czech Republic, it is possible to take health insurance after an initial medical examination. |
| The minimum number of participants for a course is six (6). |
The approximate charge for accommodation:
- Hostels at study centres, EUR 4 - 8 per day
- Hostels in Prague, from EUR 5 per day |
The full cost for the course may be remitted to our account :
Komercni banka
Na Prikope 33
114 07 Praha 1
Account Number: 271838690257/0100
SWIFT Code: KOMBCZPP |
Please include name of the student with payment.
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