Czech Republic, Prague
http://eces.ff.cuni.cz
Apply early. Students are accepted on a first come first serve basis.
Students will live and study at Charles University, located in the Old Town, the heart of the city. Students can choose from a structured list of mostly Arts & Sciences courses, taught in English, which focus mainly on Czech and Central European culture and language. Students are encouraged to take an intensive Czech language course to better their understanding of the Czech culture. Several field trips outside the city are also included.
The primary focus will include history, politics, literature, and culture of Eastern Europe.Courses taken abroad may satisfy college and departmental core requirements. Students should consult with their advisor to discuss the specific requirements that may be satisfied abroad.
Prague is the capital of the Czech Republic, and the cultural and intellectual center of the country. With a population of 1.5 million, Prague is built on seven hills and divided by the Vitava River. It has enjoyed fame as an imposing and beautiful city and been described as "golden" and "royal."
Charles University, the oldest in Central Europe, was founded in 1348 by Emperor Charles IV. Situated in the Old City, the campus occupies buildings dating back several centuries. The university has a very diverse student body, numbering approximately 30,000.
All students live in residence hall accommodations provided by Charles University. Students live together in suites and share a common kitchen, bathroom, and bedroom. The suites are fully furnished, complete with bed linens, towels, and blankets. The residence hall provides breakfast; all other meals are self-catered.
Full-time Northeastern student, 2.75 GPA, and middler (third) year or above.
Applications are available at OISP, 10 BV
$21,400 per Semester for the 2009/2010 academic year. Includes: tuition, housing, breakfast every morning, orientation, and round-trip airfare via Boston.
"Whenever you leave the dorms to go to class, be prepared to stay out all night, as the fun possibilities are endless. Never go down the same streets twice, or to the same clubs, or see the same sights if you can help it. Prague has enough to satisfy a lifetime of cultural activities, shows, art, and architecture. Take a chance on interesting flyers and try to get to know the Czechs by speaking to them in their own language."
Julia Buchik, Fall 2006
