Czech Republic, Palacky University
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AT A GLANCE:
Homepage:
http://www.upol.cz/
Location:
Olomouc, Czech Republic
Language:
English
Cost (2005):
Member Institutions: $6,000
Non-Member: $6,300
Subjects:
Eastern European studies and independent study
Application Deadline:
Priority: October 15, 2004
Housing:
Student Residence
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Czech Republic.pdf |
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Czech Republic |
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Olomouc (pop. 105,500) is an ancient walled city located in northern Moravia about halfway between Vienna and Prague. The Gothic town hall, dating from the late fourteenth century, Baroque churches, the city wall, medieval cloisters, ancient narrow streets and alleys give a sense of Olomouc’s illustrious history |
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Courses of Study |
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International Studies 300
Eastern European Studies (8 credits)
This course includes a series of lectures and field trips that allow the student to explore what it is to be Czech. Topics reviewed in the course are the history, culture, language, society, art, literature and geography of the region which includes the Czech Republic. The course uses a series of field trips, including Poland and Prague to facilitate understanding and enhance learning for students.
Independent Study 490
Various Departments
Directed readings (4 credits)
Before departure students will negotiate a personalized course of study with the department of their choice and the accompanying faculty member. Advance readings and work may be completed in January and February in preparation for the field project in Europe. Fieldwork in Europe will be supervised and advised by the accompanying faculty member. Final evaluation and approval of the work will take place in the home department. |
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Living Arrangements |
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In Olomouc, students will be housed in dormitory facilities at the Palacky University, founded in 1573. |
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Duration |
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Classes will be offered from mid-March until late May. Some weekends will be free for individual exploration. |
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Type of Program |
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The program is designed to provide an international educational and cultural experience at a modest cost to all state university and college students in Nebraska. Students will be registered for 12 credits beginning January 2004. Three additional credits may be arranged at additional cost. Credits may be applied to degree work at the student’s home campus through transfer. Coursework will make full use of location and surroundings. |
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Am I eligible to apply? |
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The program is open to all students, with preference to those from Wayne, Chadron and Peru State Colleges and the University of Nebraska (Lincoln, Omaha, Kearney and Medical Center). Applicants should have at least a 2.0 GPA, and one semester of college at the time of departure. Up to 30 students will be selected. There is no foreign language requirement. |
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Applications |
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You need following Applications for this program :
 Form A :: General Information
Form B :: Statement of Purpose
Form C :: References, 2 of these
Form E :: Proposed Plan of Study
Transcripts
These applications forms are available at International Affairs or www.unl.edu/iaffairs |
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When should I apply? |
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Applications will be accepted until the program is full. However, each campus will interview applicants and make selections by October 29. |
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How much will it cost? |
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Students who are selected must make a $500 nonrefundable deposit by October 29 to guarantee placement. The 2005 cost of the program is approximately $6,000 ($6,300 for students outside the Nebraska Consortium for International Education), which includes predeparture orientation, tuition (12 credits), room and board in Olomouc), airport transfers, insurance, many weekend field trips, exciting side trips to Prague and Munich, and round-trip airfare from Omaha. Participant return dates are flexible. Other required costs not included in the program include passport, visa, and books. Optional expenses: additional academic credits, entertainment, laundry, incidentals, and independent travel. |
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What about transportation? |
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A list of suggestions for student discounted airfare is available from International Affairs. |
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Faculty |
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A resident director frum UNK, UNL, UNO or Wayne will lead the students on their great adventure. Besides supervising local instruction, the faculty member offers a four-credit independent study course on a subject relevant to each student’s interests.
The accompanying faculty member has been selected from our college and university campuses for outstanding teaching, special expertise in area studies, extensive travel experience, and belief in the importance of international experience for all students. |
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Predeparture Orientation |
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To prepare for the semester abroad, the faculty member will work with students on advance preparation and orientation in January and February. A formal predeparture orientation is part of the program.
For More Information: Contact
International Affairs
420 University Terrace
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, NE 68588-0682
(402) 472-5358
E-mail: iaffairs@unl.edu |
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Highlights |
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In addition to basic Czech language instruction the following are tentative topics of discussion.
Czechoslovakia in international relations between the wars
Czechs and Germans in Pastand Present
Velvet Revolution
The Rise of Civil Society
Contemporary Political Situation
The Economic Transformation of the Czech Republic
Czechoslovakia: Its successors and the process of European integration
The Visegrad Four cooperation at the crossroads
An Outline of Czech Painting
Image of America in Czech Fiction
Transformation of Czech Society
Trends in Contemporary Czech Literature
Samizdat Activities
Field trips to Prague and Krakow are scheduled during the semester as well as a 10-day excursion including Vienna, Salzburg, and Munich at the end of the program. |
