Intensive Course of Czech Language and Culture for Beginners
There will be no option to follow the course online.
The Intensive Course of Czech Language and Culture for Beginners is a voluntary course. Participation is optional.
To apply, please complete the online application form using the button below.
Students who successfully complete the course will receive 2 ECTS credits. These credits do not count towards the standard 30 ECTS semester limit.
Schedule
The detailed schedule will be announced later.
The course usually includes an excursion to the historical centre of Prague. Further details will be confirmed together with the schedule.
Basic Information
Maximum number of participants per group: 22
Number of groups: We plan to open two groups. If demand is lower, only one group will run.
Double-degree students: If you are a double-degree student under an agreement with CZU, you must apply for the course.
Course format: voluntary one-week course before the semester
ECTS value: 2 ECTS
For logistical reasons, this course is not available to students who need a Czech visa to enter the country. These students may choose regular full-semester Czech language courses during the semester instead.
This course can be added to your Learning Agreement after your arrival at CZU.
Course details:
Name: Intensive Course of Czech Language and Culture for Beginners
Code: ELX99E
Course Structure and Syllabus
Duration: 30 teaching hours
Layout: 5 days, 6 teaching hours per day
- Day 1: Introduction to Czech language, nationalities, contact details, basic verbs, declination of nouns, and Czech Republic basics.
- Day 2: Asking for directions, my town, campus map, verb conjugation, numbers, and an overview of Prague.
- Day 3: Czech meals, restaurant phrases, adjectives, adverbs, and Czech history.
- Day 4: Family descriptions, occupations, adjectives, comparative forms, sightseeing in the Czech Republic.
- Day 5: Dates, birthdays, ordinal numbers, interests, daily activities, revision, and Czech literature.