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: 18.02.2013 – 6.6.2013

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:
8.1.2013 - 14.3.2013 /
2.4.2013 - 6.6.2013

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:
4.2.2013 - 15.3.2013
1.4.2013 - 14.5.2013
Full cost: EUR 655
 
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 LANGUAGE COURSES


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 29.7.2013 - 23.8.2013

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 915 (tuition, teaching materials and cultural activities)


1 SEMESTER, CZECH LANGUAGE INTENSIVE COURSE

Terms:
4.2.2013 - 7.6.2013
9.9.2013 - 3.2.2014

Exams: 10.6.2013 - 14.6.2013
20.1.2014 - 24.1.2014

Full cost: EUR 1 880 (2013)
EUR 1934 (2014)
 
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: 9.9.2013 - 6.6.2014 
Exams: winter semester - 20.1.2014 - 24.1.2014
summer semester - 9.6.2014 - 13.6.2014
Full cost: EUR 3750

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.

1 YEAR, CZECH LANGUAGE INTENSIVE COURSE (INCLUDING AN INTENSIVE COURSE DURING THE SUMMER SEASON) (i.e. 12 months)

Term: 9.9.2013 - 29.8.2014
Exams: winter semester - 20.1.2014 - 24.1.2014
summer semester - 1.9.2014 - 5.9.2014
Full cost: EUR 5140

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.


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. 

 

This listing was created January 17, 2006 and last updated February 11, 2013.