Central & East European Studies - Fall or Spring

Location: Czech Republic: Prague

Term: Fall, Spring

Dates: Fall Semester (14 weeks): mid-September to mid-December // Spring Semester (14 weeks): beginning of February to mid-May

CEPA Europe - Go beyond and study abroad in Europe!

http://www.cepa-europe.com

Im Schloss Ingersheim, 74379 Germany

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Phone: +49-7142-9565-30

Fax: +49-7142-9565-44

Description

Central and East European Studies Program (CESP) is a one-semester program held in English focusing on issues of Central and East European economies, societies and cultures. It is offered at the University of Economics Prague and reviews the past and investigates the present and future of the developing economies, societies, politics, and languages of these countries.

Students of the program also have the opportunity to register in several university courses in fields such as finance, computers, psychology, game theory, and many more, which are also taught in English.

Highlights

Taking part in the cultural activities and field trips during the semester is an important part of being a student at CESP and gaining practical knowledge about the Czech Republic. A variety of field trips to famous Czech cities connected with excursions to famous firms, cultural field trips, and hands-on experiences are included in the program, for example:

- Weekly field trips to explore the great city of Prague and the surrounding area to gain a first-hand insight in this beautiful city and region
- Trip to Karlovy Vary
- Visit of the famous glass factory Moser
- Excursion to Cesk Krumlov
- Visit of the Budvar brewery
- Visit of the spa city Marianske Lazne
- Additional field trips and excursions as decided for each semester's itinerary

* CEPA Bonus - your added value:

Additionally to the regular excursions, CEPA adds a 3 day/2 night excursion to Berlin to your package:
- 2 nights in a youth hotel
- return train ticket
- public transport pass for Berlin
- on-site coordinator
- tours and visits in Berlin, e.g. guided walking tour of the city, The Story of Berlin etc.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Cost in US$:

6,995

Cost Includes:

Cost Include Description:

* Your personal "Czech Student Buddy" will pick you up at the airport and help you get settled into your accommodation
* Tuition = 28 ECTS credits (12 US credits)
* Registration Fees
* 4 academic courses
* Transcripts from V`E
* Accommodation in student dorms
* Information package and course materials
* Additional field trips and excursions (as described in the itinerary)
* Free use of computer labs and libraries on campus

CEPA Bonus - your added value:

* 3 day/2 night trip to Berlin, Germany (as described in itinerary)
* CEPA on-site coordinator available for assistance during the program and will meet with you on a weekly basis
* Public transportation pass for the entire stay in Prague
* Use of a cell phone during the program (calling time is extra; phone needs to be returned)

Not included:
* International airfare
* Passport expenses
* Insurances
* Meal expenses
* Any other personal expenses

Optional:
International travel insurance covering health, medical evacuation, repatriation, lost luggage & third party liability can be booked directly though CEPA for an additional fee of USD 15 per week.

Credit Available

no

Experience Required

yes

    The program accepts both graduate and undergraduate students. Admission is based on the student's university transcript, application, resume (CV), and English language knowledge. Application Requirements: a minimum GPA of 2.5 or an equivalent good standing at the home university; and at least one year (2 semesters) finished at his/her university.
This Program is open to

Worldwide Participant.

Typical Living Arrangements
  • Dormitory

Participants Travel to Czech Republic

Independently

Application Process Involves
  • Resume
  • Transcript
  • Written Application
Year Founded

1997

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