Description

NYU Summer in Prague gives students the chance to study History in the making; the city combines medieval, Renaissance, baroque, and modern influences. The Czech Republic gained membership in the European Union in 2004, and Prague is an ideal place in which to observe the evolving cultural politics of the "new" Europe.

Legend has it that Princess Libuse had a vision of Prague when she proclaimed from a cliff overlooking the Vltava, "I see a great city whose fame will touch the stars." Now the capital of the modern Czech Republic, Prague is the cultural and intellectual center of the nation, with more than 20 museums and 200 galleries, castles, churches, synagogues, palaces, and gardens. Standing in the middle of the Charles Bridge, with the majestic silhouette of Prague Castle rising from the heights of Hradcany on one side, and the graceful spires, steeples, and cupolas of the Old Town on the other, one can immediately sense the atmosphere of this remarkable city.

Undergraduate and graduate courses are offered. Courses are taught by scholars who both reflect on Prague's rich cultural history and offer insight into its rapidly changing future.

Courses revolve around modern Czech and Central European literature and culture; Central European cinema; the art and architecture of Prague; Central European and Czech history, politics, and economics. An introductory intensive Czech language class is also available. All content courses are taught in English.

Courses take place at the NYU Center, situated at Mal Namesti, in a 15th-century building only steps away from the Old Town Square and Prague's historic clock tower. Originally called the "White Lion," it was the home of the first printing shop in the Kingdom of Bohemia, one of the earliest printing houses in Central Europe. The building has been restored to its original detail with painted wooden beams and arched entryways, an ideal place for study and reflection. There is a computer lab at the center for student use.

Highlights

Weekend field trips may include tours of small medieval villages and castles in Southern Bohemia and the World War II transport camp Terezín. Students meet with members of the new government, artists, and writers - and experience life after the Velvet Revolution.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

Undergraduate: USD6504 Graduate: USD1070 (per point)

Program Fees Include:

Tuition

Experience Required

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New York University - Summer's Mission Statement

Whether you want to fulfill requirements, explore another area of study, accelerate your degree program, take a graduate course, learn a language, or fulfill your lifes ambitions, New York University is the place for you. Get a taste of the excitement, dynamism, diversity, and rigor that is NYU Summer.