Charles University - The Institute for Language and Preparatory Studies, Albertov Study Center, offers Czech language courses for international students and professionals.

NON - INTENSIVE CZECH LANGUAGE COURSES (1 semester)
Terms: 3 Oct 2011 – 20 Jan 2012 / 20 Feb 2012 – 7 Jun 2012

Full Cost: CZK 7 900 (for 1 cycle – there is a reduction if one continues with a further cycle)

The course is trying to satisfy the needs of those interested in learning Czech as a Foreign Language but having limited time possibilities. It is meant for those who either need to learn the basic grammar or want to improve their command of Czech which they need for their life and work in the Czech Republic.
The course is going to take place once a week from 9 a.m. to 12.20 p.m.

The students who start the course as beginners can reach level A1 supposing they meet all the course requirements and pass 2 cycles of the course.

EVENING CZECH LANGUAGE COURSES
Terms:
20 Sep 2011 – 29 Nov 2011
10 Jan 2012 – 15 Mar 2012

27 Mar 2012 – 5 Jun.2012
Full Cost: CZK 7 900 (for 1 cycle – there is a reduction if one continues with a further cycle)

This course is designed for foreigners who wish to acquire basic communication skills. Students who have already studied Czech language to some extent before, find these courses ideal in order to revise, maintain and develop their knowledge. It is possible to enrol for an evening-course follow up run(s), when available.

Classes take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 17.30-20.00 hrs.

Beginners can reach A1 level upon fulfilling all their study obligations after 2 courses.

6 WEEKS, CZECH LANGUAGE INTENSIVE COURSES

Terms: 12 Sep 2011 – 24 Oct 2011
7 Nov 2011 – 19 Dec 2011
6 Feb 2012 – 17 Mar 2012
2 April 2012 – 15 May 2012
Full cost: EUR 640
 
Students of a six-week course will be able to communicate in Czech on an elementary basis. It is possible to take another follow up six-week run(s) or be incorporated into a group of a semester course.

Beginners can reach A1 level upon fulfilling all their study obligations.

The full cost of the course includes tuition fees for Czech language training 25 lessons per week, and basic teaching materials. The course is concluded with the issue of a completion certificate.

INDIVIDUAL CZECH LANGUAGECOURSES


The cost of each Individual Czech language course is CZK 620 (approx. EUR 24) per lesson (45 minutes). That price includes basic teaching materials. In case two persons take the Individual course, the total price is CZK 730 (approx. EUR 30) per lesson, in case of three persons the total price is CZK 810 (approx. EUR 32) per lesson.


THE CZECH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE SUMMER COURSE 


This summer course is far from a traditional language course, it offers a wide range of afternoon and evening activities above the language classes.
Terms August 1 – August 26, 2011
Classes: 5 hours of intensive teaching Czech, every weekday in the morning (9.00-13.15 hrs.)
Educational and cultural programs:
• interesting sights and places tours
• discussions with well-known personalities of the Czech cultural life
• guided tours of Prague and trips outside Prague
• price of all cultural activities is included in the course fee
Course fee: EUR 890 (tuition, teaching materials and cultural activities)


1 SEMESTER, CZECH LANGUAGE INTENSIVE COURSE

Terms: 12 Sep 2011 – 20 Jan 2012
6 Feb 2012 – 8 Jun 2012
Exams:23 Jan 2012 – 27 Jan 2012
11 Jun 2012 – 15 Jun 2012
Full cost: EUR 1 840
 
Students of the semester course attain knowledge of the most important parts of Czech grammar and a basic vocabulary. Consequentely, they are able to handle common everyday situations, both verbally and in writing. Also, it is possible to continue in a follow up semester course to get deeper and broader knowledge of the language.

1 YEAR, CZECH LANGUAGE INTENSIVE COURSE (i.e. 10 months)

Term: 12 Sep 2011 – 8 Jun 2012 
Exams: 11 Jun 2012 – 15 Jun 2012
Full cost: EUR 3 570

This course is designed for foreigners interested in studying a college or university in the Czech Republic. They can then sit for an entrance exam at the university that they choose, and if admitted, they can start studying the following school year. Those who enrolled from other reasons (job etc.) will be able to communicate fluently and efficiently at work and in everyday life.

SIX-WEEK COURSES, SEMESTER COURSE, ONE-YEAR COURSE
CLASSES: 5 lessons of intensive Czech classes every weekday (9.00-13.25 hrs.)
The full cost of the course includes tuition fees for Czech language training 25 lessons per week, and basic teaching materials. The course is concluded with an official exam and the issue of the Certificate of Achievement.
+ SUPPLEMENTARY CULTURAL ACTIVITIES (part of the course, free of charge)
Every Wednesday, we offer an afternoon cultural activity program focused on Czech culture: films, history lectures, visual arts exhibitions, literature, concerts, and non-traditional Prague city walks.
+ SPEECH THERAPY: We also offer an opportunity to train correct pronunciation in afternoon speech therapy sessions.