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Welcome to
Prague College!
I am very pleased to At Prague College you will join students
have this opportunity to from more than 80 countries on a variety
of programmes ranging from Business and
introduce to you the people Management to Computing and Information
and programmes that help Technology, to Graphic Design, Interactive Media
make Prague College an and Fine Art.
inspiring place to pursue Our degree programmes are taught in
cooperation with Teesside University, which
your university education.
has been awarded the title of UK University of
the Year in 2009/10. Graduates in our Teesside
University programmes are awarded fully
accredited British university degrees.
Our Bachelors and Masters Degree
programmes are also registered with the Czech
Ministry of Education as Teesside University
courses undertaken at a Czech institution; our
students enjoy all the social benefits of being
Czech university students while enrolled in our
Teesside degrees programmes.
Microsoft, DHL, Tesco, Exxon Mobile,
Monster and Ogilvy are just some of the many
major international companies where our
graduates have worked during or after their
studies to advance their careers.
At Prague College we are committed to
providing career and life-long opportunities
through our high educational standards.
We look forward to seeing you at Prague
College.
Douglas F. Hajek
Director
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Why study at
Prague College?
A highly practical education
Students work on live projects with real
companies from year one. With a portfolio of
accomplished projects, our graduates really show
what they can do.
Quality teaching
With one of the lowest student-instructor
ratios in Prague, an average of 15-20 students
in business classes and generally 12 students in
computing and design, they get the time to talk
with and learn from their professors. Our faculty
members have plenty to say and offer, having a
British accredited and monitored
good balance of high academic qualifications and
real world, real life experience. Our approval to run higher education
programmes is from Edexcel, a British educational
authority with international recognition, and
from Teesside University, which won the UK
University of the Year 2009/10 and Best
Employer Engagement Initiative award organized
by Times Higher Education magazine.
Great careers
Students often find employment through
contacts made with companies at Prague
College, and quite often they find career-
path employment already in their second year
of studies. Among the companies that have
employed Prague College students and graduates,
you will find Tesco, Siemens, DHL IT Services,
Monster Worldwide, Ogilvy and more.
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Excellent facilities Beautiful location
The facilities are modern, bright and quiet; The college is directly next to a large park, 5
at Prague College you study in world-class minutes from the commercial and historical
conditions. Great software, classrooms with center of Prague (Wenceslas Square), situated in a
plasma screens and projectors, Mac and PC fit-to-purpose, reconstructed historical building in
computer labs, campus wi-fi, student workrooms, the prestigious Vinohrady district; you cannot find
a library, and both indoor and outdoor a better place to study and relax.
refreshment areas all contribute to a highly
enjoyable educational experience. With our large
digital library (over 54,000 books covering dozens
of subject areas, including business, IT computing,
humanities, art and multimedia) and an on-line
learning center, students can continue to work
outside the college, when and where they like.
Student housing
The Residence is a single building on the premises
of an 18th century castle, located in a beautiful
green area of Prague, which is easily accessible by
public transportation and about 30 minutes from
Prague College.
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Accreditation and
Quality Assurance
Prague College offers you a highly respected British university education.
Some key features of our degree Our HND programmes are also accredited
programmes include: British higher education qualifications awarded
» Accreditation and delivery under a by Edexcel, the largest organisation appointed
collaborative agreement between Prague by the UK Government’s Qualifications and
College and Teesside University Curriculum Development Agency to award a wide
range of qualifications. It is the awarding body
» Accreditation and quality assurance by the responsible for the development, assessment and
same institutions and to the same standards as
quality monitoring of the highly respected Higher
in the United Kingdom
National Diploma (HND) programmes taught at
» Teesside University degrees awarded — fully Prague College, universities and colleges in the UK
recognised British degrees and around the world.
» Degrees registered as foreign university Our Business and Design programmes are
study programs with the Czech Ministry of
registered and approved as foreign university
Education
programmes undertaken in the Czech Republic, as
» Czech university student status and benefits per Czech Ministerial decree 322/2005 Sb. Czech
» All instruction in English citizens and permanent residents are considered
local university students for the purposes of
national social and health benefits.
Teesside University has won the United Kingdom university awards for:
Transport Safety
Prague features an extensive and well-organised Prague has very low crime rates and is considered
public transport system that can quickly get you a safe place to live. Our Residence and the college
anywhere in the city. The trams are the most itself provide a safe and secure environment for
popular form of transport and run day and living and study.
night, non-stop. But with the same ticket or pass,
you can also ride buses and the three lines of Work
the metro system, where it is very easy to get It is relatively easy to find part-time work while
orientated. There is also a modern airport and studying as well as full-time jobs on completion of
several train stations that you can use to explore a programme. International and local companies
the rest of Europe. are looking to hire candidates who speak English
and other languages and come with the right
Cost of Living qualifications.
Living in Prague is affordable. You will find that
the prices of food and transport are considerably Social Life
lower than in most other European capital cities. Our students enjoy a rich social life, mingling
with other local and international students.
Weather Additionally, you will find a large international
In the Czech Republic, the weather is seasonal and scene with people from all over the world living
moderate, and with the mountains and forests and enjoying this beautiful city!
you can enjoy both skiing in the winter and
camping and biking in the summer.
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Our Students on Life in Prague
“ Studying at Prague College has changed my
life and I would recommend it to anyone.
Prague is a beautiful city in the heart of Europe.
There always seems to be something going
on around here... If you are looking for quality
education, life experience, culture, a rich social
life and skills that can help you succeed in the
real world then I recommend Prague College
to you.”
Matt – United Kingdom
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International
Students
Our students come from many different countries including England, France, Spain,
Japan, Bahrain, Canada, Slovakia, Austria, Germany, Russia, China, Kazakhstan,
Vietnam, Croatia, Romania, Mexico, USA and of course the Czech Republic. This
creates a cosmopolitan and lively learning environment in which to study.
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Internship
Opportunities
One of the essentials of a student being
prepared for life outside of university is
to understand and have experience of
employment and the utilization of skills
learned in the classroom.
Prague College emphasizes the need for real work
experience and offers all students the possibility
of gaining it through internships with leading
companies in the Czech Republic and abroad.
Through working with the college’s professional
partners, students gain invaluable insight into the
realities of the working environment as well as the
opportunity to make professional contacts to gain
advantage in beginning their professional lives.
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Research
Centre
The Prague College
Research Centre was
founded in 2009 to
promote a platform for
active participation in the
multidisciplinary fields of
business, computing,
interactive media & design.
The Research Centre is led by
Dr. Stefano Cavagnetto, Head of
School of Business and
IT & Computing.
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The Research Centre also meets the common
research and development needs of the college.
The empirical material for the research projects
comprises of on-going entrepreneur and
enterprise projects involving different business
and academic communities. This empirical base is
of great value as the research is tied closely to the
learning experiences of the students and aims at
investigating and describing areas of knowledge
that are important for the academic development
of the overall college community.
The main research areas of interest being
followed at the Research Centre are:
» Business Ethics
» Financial Crime and Governance
» Application of Game Theory to Business
» History of Programming Languages
» Ethics of Virtual Environments
» History of Cryptography
» Links between Mathematics and Art One of the key research projects that is
» Cellular Automata Theory and Applications currently being followed is the The European
» Pattern Theory and Design Interdisciplinary Platform Underground City XXI.
Underground City XXI (UCXXI) is a European
Both students and faculties contribute and deliver
interdisciplinary platform, aiming to establish a
papers at national and international conferences.
specific cultural and art community, created as
Further details of contributions, publications
an online collaborative interdisciplinary network.
and presentations can be found by following the
UCXXI is developing a virtual 3D multi-user
college website link.
environment, shared and distributed on the
Internet, based on the real dimensions and the
The main aims of the Research Centre are to: situation of the ex-coal mine in Labin, Croatia.
The project interconnects artists, cultural
1) Introduce an environment that motivates operators, philosophers, economists, architects
academic research. and IT specialists through a series of specific
2) Encourage participation in developing workshops and laboratories in order to stimulate
seminars and presentations in the respective artistic experimentation in the field of virtual
multidisciplinary fields at national and communities. Further exploration and simulation
international conferences. of architectural, urban, social and other issues
of both the virtual and real environments is
3) Publish relevant research in the form of a encouraged.
quarterly Prague College Research Centre
Bulletin.
4) Promote and encourage students at both the
undergraduate and postgraduate levels to This work programme, Underground City XXI, has been funded with support
publish and present their work. from the European Commission. This publication reflects the views only of
the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any
use which may be made of the information contained therein.
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» MSc International Management
» BA (Hons) International Business Management
» HND Business
» Professional Diploma
» International Business Diploma
» Access programme
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School of Business
The Prague College School of Business is identified with an excellent
faculty, talented students, successful lecturers and close partnerships
with major corporations locally and internationally.
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MSc International
Management
The Masters programme in International Management provides academic training
for the functional manager in modern business organisations.
The programme offers students the theoretical What’s special about this programme
and practical experience of management by » The MSc degree is internationally recognised
providing the academic underpinning to their and awarded by Teesside University, UK
present management functions. The objective University of the Year, 2009/10.
of the course is to educate individuals as
professional managers and business specialists.
» It can be completed in just 12 months of
intensive study; semesters begin in February
and October.
» The programme is designed with working
professionals in mind; all modules are offered
on evenings and weekends and can be taken
in a flexible, part-time structure of 24 months.
» The Prague College Master Speaker Series
provides access to well-known and high-level
professionals from around the world.
» Acceptance into this program is open to
students that have completed a large range
of BA university programmes that aspire to
management careers.
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What you study self-direction and originality and to contribute
Management theory and practice; managing to business and society at large. Thereby, the
people and organisations; managing operations programme assists students to take effective
and finance; managing marketing; the strategic roles within organisations by providing them an
business environment; managing across cultures; integrated and critically aware understanding of
management research; dissertation. The range management and organisational structures.
of courses offers the possibility to students to
continue with a comprehensive and advanced Career opportunities
study of organisations, their management and The intensive nature of the course combined
the changing of the external context in which with the kinaesthetic style of training based on
they operate. At the end of the programme practical case-study analysis and development will
students are ready to start to develop a career equip students with the practical knowledge and
in business and management at a professional experience that will assist them in the real world.
level or they are ready to conduct research We prepare our graduates for the next step
or study further in the area. The programme up the management career ladder in modern
is aimed at the development of the ability to business organisations.
apply knowledge and understanding of business
and management to complex issues, both
systematically and creatively through analysis of
case-studies. In addition it is designed to enhance
lifelong learning skills and personal development
so that the graduated student is able to work with
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BA (Hons) International
Business Management
Our BA (Hons) International Business
Management degree is a three-year,
internationally recognised qualification
with a practical focus.
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What’s special about this programme What you study
» The BA (Hons) degree is internationally Marketing; business law; business management;
recognised and awarded by Teesside finance and accounting; human resources;
University, UK University of the Year, strategic and change management; international
2009/10. management; international finance; management
» The programme is flexible and can be designed consulting; dissertation.
for working professionals.
» Professional Guest Lecturers bring their Career opportunities
experience and influence directly into the This degree is the first step into many possible
classroom. career opportunities including management-level
» It provides both a theoretical and practical positions in large international organisations, as
grounding in general management. well as small and mid-sized businesses.
» Applicants with previous university education
in business may apply directly to the second or
third year.
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HND Business
Higher National Diploma
This two-year full-time business programme provides a complete
education that is both practical and career-oriented.
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Professional Diploma
in Marketing, Finance, Management & HR
The Prague College Professional Diploma is designed for working
professionals who have already begun their careers, or who have followed
a different academic path but wish to develop their skills in such fields as
Marketing, Management, Human Resources, Finance etc.
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International Business
Diploma
The Prague College Diploma programme in International Business offers
an introductory college business education.
The programme is intensive and practical, What’s special about this programme
focusing directly on the skills students need to » Preparation for higher education in business
enter the workforce immediately or to go on to or possibly work.
higher education qualifications at Prague College
or elsewhere.
» Full-time and part-time study.
» Skills intensive with a practical focus on what
The International Business programme you need to succeed in a university business
emphasizes computer proficiency, career programme.
building, life skills, and the efficient use of
modern technology in the workplace and leads to
» Flexible, responding to individual needs.
fully recognised certificates and diplomas. » Special workshops including CV writing,
presentation skills, interviewing, business
writing.
» Earn A-level equivalents for entry to higher
education programmes at Prague College or
elsewhere.
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Access programme
The Access programme is a one-year programme designed to give
participants intensive English practice as well as foundation level business
and computing skills.
The entire programme is delivered in the English What’s special about this programme
language, offering a chance to rapidly increase the » Placement into the level appropriate for the
students’ level of English. The programme also student, offering the best chance to progress
includes periodic workshops in running meetings, as quickly as possible.
job interviews, and presentation skills or making
a university application. In this way students
» The programme offers direct entry to further
Prague College programmes.
develop the skills necessary to be successful in
higher level business or computing programmes » It focuses on what you need to succeed in
at Prague College or elsewhere. higher education.
» Flexible, responding to individual needs, with
the chance to finish early.
» Special workshops including presentation skills,
interviewing, business writing.
» Close supervision and work with a personal
academic advisor.
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Vit (Czech Republic)
BA (Hons) International Business Management graduate
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Sandra (Czech Republic)
BA (Hons) International Business Management graduate
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Master Speaker
Series
In addition to the excellent programme
modules and professors within the
School of Business, Prague College
offers its business students the additional
benefit of an exclusive lecture series.
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» BA (Hons) Graphic Design
» BA (Hons) Fine Art Experimental Media
» HND Graphic Design
» HND Interactive Media
» Access to Art & Design
School of
Art & Design
The School of Art & Design at Prague College is dedicated to providing
students with a quality education in which creativity and innovation are
fostered through a unique program of study, taught by a wide variety of
highly qualified faculty and staff.
Consisting of the two distinct programme The school of Art and Design offers students
areas of Graphic Design and Interactive diplomas at two different degree levels,The
Media, the School of Art and Design aims to Higher National Diploma (HND) and the
educate students through a highly supportive Bachelor of Arts (BA). The BA degree is offered
environment in which professional carreer in conjunction with our partners at Teesside
preparation and conceptual development are University in the UK, allowing students to
cultivated side by side through a broad selection receive a UK certified education right here in
of course offerings and projects. Prague.
Our creative team is comprised of a number
of specialists and advanced practitioners within
a variety of fields including: photography,
advertising, corporate identity, typography,
editorial design, 3D animation, sound design,
drawing, painting, web design, interactive
systems and video production. Additionally,
many members of the faculty have advanced
degrees and professional careers in traditional
and new media disciplines, as well as production
experience in TV, radio, film and multimedia
studio environments.
In addition to our full-time and part-time
faculty, the School of Art and Design’s guest
artist programme provides students with the
opportunity to learn from professionals from
around the world. Workshop and lecture
based activites provide students with valuble
supplemental instruction from a variety of
contemporary artists and design practitioners as
they offer insight and practical experience into
different disciplines within the field of
Art and Design.
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BA (Hons)
Graphic Design
This is a practical, studio-based degree programme designed to make
students well-rounded professional visual communicators, with an
enquiring approach and established design process.
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HND Graphic Design
Higher National Diploma
The HND in Graphic Design is a highly intensive and practical full two-
year programme in all areas of graphic design.
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Students leave the programme equipped with the What you study
skills and knowledge to work in a wide range of Software skills; typography; idea generation;
fields in graphic design. The HND is an excellent principles of design; corporate identity; editorial
choice for students who are looking for rapid design; web design; history of design; critical study
entry into the workplace, as well as those who and reflection; portfolio preparation.
wish to go on to finish their Bachelors degree.
Career opportunities
What’s special about this programme
The HND gives students a practical and
» The HND is an internationally recognised theoretical education in all the necessary skills and
British qualification. processes that will prepare them for a career in
» Intensive skills, practical education and print or digital design. The course has had a high
training. rate of employment for its students in many areas
» Students work on real projects and of design.
competitions.
» Cooperation with many public, private and
NGO organisations.
» Modern graphic design studio and exhibition
spaces with industry-standard hardware and
software.
» The programme offers chances for work
experience during the programme.
» Students can go on to complete their BA or
start an exciting career as a graphic designer.
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BA (Hons) Fine Art
Experimental Media
This exciting fine art programme gives you an opportunity to master
a wide range of tools in digital media including advanced animation
techniques, digital video, web and sound production and to take a step
further into artistic multimedia experimentation.
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HND Interactive Media
Higher National Diploma
The HND in Interactive Media is a full two-year programme covering the
technical disciplines of modern multimedia and interactive design.
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This unique programme offers students a What you study
chance to develop skills and knowledge to work Animation techniques; 3D modeling; video
in computer graphics, web design, multimedia production; web design; sound production;
studios, various media and the film industry. The portfolio preperation; exhibition.
HND is an excellent choice for students who are
looking for rapid entry into the workplace, as
Career opportunities
well as those who wish to go on to finish their
Bachelors degree. The HND is solid preparation for a career
in multimedia, including film, TV or radio,
advertising, web design, publishing or multimedia
What’s special about this programme
design studios.
» The HND is an internationally recognised
qualification; go straight to your career or onto
the final year of our BA (Hons) programme.
» Students work on real projects and develop
real experience while studying.
» Students work directly with well known
international, European and Czech artists and
practitioners.
» Modern interactive studios and exhibition
spaces.
» Professional Guest Lecturers bring their
experience and influence directly into the
classroom.
» Students either go on to complete their BA or
start an exciting career in multimedia.
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Access to
Art & Design
This specialised Access to Art & Design programme prepares students to
enter the HND/BA Graphic Design, or HND Interactive Media/BA Fine
Art programmes at Prague College.
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Tomas (Czech Republic)
HND Interactive Media graduate
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Alexandra (Slovakia)
HND Interactive Media graduate
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(Ukraine)
Dmytro
BA Graphic Design student
(Kazakhstan)
Natalya
BA Graphic Design student
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Graduate
Exhibitions
An important part of the study in all programmes
at the faculty School of Art & Design are final
exhibitions. In the last semester of the Higher
National Diploma programmes the first big
exhibition takes place.
For those who will continue in their BA (Hons)
degree studies, they will have another major
exhibition, the BA Final Show. In addition, students
of the Access to Art & Design programme have
their own exhibition at Prague College campus or
studios. Students participate in the organisation
with the help of lecturers and Prague College
financial support. These exhibitions celebrate
the students’ success and creativity. All of the
exhibitions are open to family and friends as well
as the general public. Students who are potentially
interested in the programmes and college are
more than welcome to come and see what the
School of Art and Design can provide them.
» BSc Applied Computing
» HND Computing
» Professional Diploma
» Access Programme
School of
IT & Computing
The computing faculty consists of a range of
academic and IT specialists with wide technical,
industrial and academic expertise.
Prague College computing lecturers have the experience and
qualifications to offer an innovative and interactive approach to
learning about programming, networks, security, database and
web design, customer support, knowledge, quality, information
systems and more.
In addition to our full-time faculty, Associate and Senior Guest
Lecturers come directly from IT professional backgrounds
and are active with leading international companies in their
respective fields.
The IT & Computing faculty members work along with
students to create a lively learning experience. Our method
is that students are at the centre of the learning experience,
and the lecturers are there to guide, inspire, and facilitate
project work, allowing students to gain valuable experience for
themselves.
This method and the well experienced lecturers helped the
School of IT & Computing to develop into one of the most
innovative faculties in the country. In cooperation with the
Interactive Media Department of the School of Art & Design,
students work on programming and 3D visualization for the
Underground City XXI project. This European Commission
funded program brings Prague College together with teams
from Austria, Croatia and France to develop a 3D virtual
environment that is distributed over the internet to provide a
platform for real-time virtual collaboration.
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BSc Applied
Computing
The BSc Applied Computing programme is the final year course
for students who complete our two-year Higher National
Diploma in Computing.
Students in the HND Computing programme The third year ends with a practical computing
at Prague College gain broad knowledge in the project and the actual implementation of the
crucial areas in the field of computing. Study is skills aquired in core classes such as IT project
practically oriented in both years. During the management. BSc graduates are people with a
first year, the focus is on technical skills in typical sound knowledge in several IT branches including
computing areas (networking, programming, systems analysis, programming, data mining and
databases, web design). In the second year, database design/administration, web design, and
students are guided to use the gained expertise project management.
to develop competence in managing complex
The profile of the outgoing graduate meets the
projects. The HND in Computing prepares
needs of an increasingly competitive market that
students for real-life projects, managing projects
gradually requires a high degree of flexibility and
and teams as well as their abilities to evaluate
adaptability on the part of the newcomers.
information, knowledge and quality systems.
The graduates from this course can pursue
The third year leading to the BSc degree
careers in many different areas of computing such
completes this progression with advanced
as programming, database administration, web
knowledge and skills. Thus students in the final
design and IT project management in order to
year attend classes refining and deepening the
meet the top-level demands in the current job
acquired knowledge by focusing on soft and
market.
hard skills as well. The variety of classes offered
in the top up year help students to complete This degree is offered in cooperation with
their knowledge of the market work related to Sheffield Hallam University in the United
the world of computing. At the same time, it Kingdom.
offers candidates the opportunity to build a solid
academic foundation that will allow them to
proceed with post-graduate studies.
The programme includes classes such as
professional practice, managing change and
business appraisal and infopreneurship in relation
to technical topics such as data warehousing,
data-mining and IT project management.
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HND Computing
Higher National Diploma
The HND in Computing prepares students to work professionally in IT
and other high-tech environments.
It is an excellent choice for students who are What’s special about this programme
looking for rapid entry into the workplace, as » The HND is an internationally recognised
well as those who wish to go on to finish their qualification.
Bachelors degree. The programme is designed to
be practical and oriented towards the technical
» Trusted two-year British higher education
programme; go straight into your career.
requirements demanded by the market. Students
acquire a broad understanding and competence » Can lead directly to the final year of a British
in the areas of programming, database design, Bachelors degree.
networking, security as well as in the areas of » Chance to study a year or more in the UK or at
information and knowledge systems, web design Prague College in our BSc (Hons) programme
and eBusiness. that is currently under preparation.
The curriculum also includes topics such as end- » High-tech labs with industry standard
user support, management in IT, personal skills hardware and software.
and project management; thus offering students » Technical skills developed to meet the needs
the opportunity to develop skills and abilities of employers in the IT sector, both locally and
required in managerial positions in IT. internationally.
» Cooperation with major international IT
companies like DHL, Accenture, and Monster/
Jobpilot.
» Internships and work experience for your CV
before you graduate.
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What you study
Lectures in HND Computing programme
include topics such as computer platforms;
programming; networking; database design and
implementation; web design; quality systems;
project management; e-business strategy;
information and knowledge systems; systems
analysis.
Career opportunities
The HND in Computing provides solid
background and training for a profession
in IT, addressing subjects such as software
design and artificial intelligence. The students
acquire skills which enable them to work as a
networking specialist, database designer or web
designer. For experienced students, it provides
a firm foundation for further development in
managerial skills in IT offering courses in project
management, personal skills and management
in IT.
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Professional Diploma
in IT & Computing
The Prague College Professional Diploma is designed for working professionals who
have already begun their careers, or who have followed a different academic path
but wish to develop their skills in the fields of IT and Computing.
The diploma is also ideal for those who have What’s special about this programme
been out of the workforce for some time and » Two semesters of full-time study or longer
are looking to enhance their skills. Maximum with an individual study plan.
flexibility is given to working students, including
some evening and weekend classes. A study
» Flexible timetable for working professionals.
plan is made individually with a study advisor. » Internationally recognised UK-accredited
This intensive diploma programme is practical modules that can be extended to a full Higher
in nature, focusing on real-life projects and National Diploma.
scenarios, allowing students to develop new skills » Practical training that makes a difference on
and move into new careers. the job.
» Fast training in specific areas of computing and
IT. Perfect for your CV!
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Access programme
The Access programme is a one-year programme designed to give
participants intensive English practice as well as foundation level business
and computing skills.
It is an intense year of study that is entirely What’s special about this programme
delivered in the English, offering a chance to » Placement into the level appropriate for the
rapidly increase the students’ English language student, offering the best chance to progress
level. The programme also includes periodic as quickly as possible.
workshops in running meetings, job interviews,
and presentation skills or completeing a university
» The programme offers direct entry to further
Prague College programmes.
application. Through this Access programme
students develop the skills necessary to be » It focuses on what you need to succeed in
successful in higher level computing or business higher education.
programmes at Prague College or elsewhere. » Flexible, responding to individual needs, with
the chance to finish early.
» Special workshops including presentation skills,
interviewing, business writing.
» Close supervision and work with a personal
academic advisor.
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Rajmond (Kosovo)
HND Computing student
I always liked computing, especially programming, and Prague
College has helped me a lot in my development of them. The
teaching is done very closely with the student, and the relations,
starting from the school staff and teachers, continuing with the
students, are great. Prague College has given me the opportunity
to work also on the Underground City XXI Project, together with
students from other faculties of Prague College. I’m working on
the programming part of the project, mainly constructing the
multiuser platform, with the use of game engines. As it seems,
I would like to grow in this field and extend my career as a
programmer in the future. Prague College and the School of IT
& Computing has had a big influence in that, and my future has
better shape now.
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Venera (Russia)
HND Computing student
I’m specifically interested in Prague College’s ITM
specialization because I’ve been working in this field for several
years and I wanted to gain a deeper theoretical knowledge in IT
and practical skills. Before I came to Prague I had been looking
for a long time for universities where the IT subjects are taught
in English and luckily I’ve found Prague College.
The HND in Computing at Prague College, with its international
focus, is the best way for me to realize my goals, providing
me with a springboard for my future career along with the
knowledge, confidence, and contacts to realize my dreams.I have
great teachers and, in addition, the friendly staff and students
create a pleasant environment for studying.
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(dot) is a site made by students
for students.
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Student
Resources
The Prague College digital library contains more than 54,000 books in
Business, International Management, IT, Interactive Media, Fine Art,
Graphic Design and many other subject areas. Most of the books are
recent publlications by the world’s leading publishers.
Our digital Learning Centre delivers all course materials,
and provides the main communication hub for the college.
The Learning Centre features include: course outlines and
materials, course events and calendars, resources, assignments,
communication forums and messaging.
As an essential element of Prague College’s commitment to
student success, the Student Services Department not only
provides academic insight, but support and advice on a range of
issues to allow every student an easy transition to life in Prague
and a trouble free learning experience. Access is provided to
the student database which includes essential contacts, doctors
offices, counselors and a host of other information to help
students reach their maximum potential.
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Student
Council
The Student Council is an active and
influential part of the college and is
open to all students. Every year the
council puts on events, organises social
activities, raises money for charity and
works with college management on
enhancing student life at the college. It
is possible to join the Student Council
as a member or as an elected official.
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Campus
The Prague College campus resides
next to a large park, five minutes from
the commercial and historical centre of
Prague (Wenceslas Square), situated in a
fit-to-purpose, reconstructed historical
building in the prestigious Vinohrady
district; you cannot find a better place to
study and experience student life.
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Student Housing
The Prague College student residence
is located on the premises of an 18th
century castle, located in a beautiful
green area of Prague, easily accessible
by public transportation and about 30
minutes from Prague College.
We believe that all international students, in fact How much does it cost?
any student without their own accommodation 4,833–5,333 CZK per month (195–215 Euros –
in Prague , will appreciate the comfort, security Exchange rate used here is from January 6, 2011,
and pleasant environment that our new and 24,80 CZK per 1 Euro), depending on the room.
inexpensive student residence provides.
There are double bedrooms (2-bed suite), triple How to apply?
bedrooms (3-bed suite) and shared bedrooms Put your request on the Application Form.
available in the student residence.
This is a fully equipped facility with a washing
machine, fridge and oven available. There is a
library in the area that students can use for their
studies as well as a study room inside the building.
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Steps to Entry
We make the application process for each of
our applicants as smooth and easy as possible.
There are no application fees or entrance
examinations. We talk to each applicant to find
out what his or her needs and requirements
are, as we wish to offer the best possible choice
of programme. Our study advisors, teachers
and students are always happy to share their
experiences with applicants.
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What documents do you need? When do semesters start?
The requirements for each of our programmes Semesters in HND and Diploma programmes
are nearly the same. They differ only in the always start in October, January and April.
required English level and level of completed
Semesters in the final year of the Bachelors
education.
and Masters programmes start in October and
» Confirmation of completed education. February.
Applicants must have completed high school,
or high school equivalent, in order to apply Transfer students
for our Bachelors programmes. Masters
Should you be interested in transferring credits
programme applicants must have a Bachelors
from your current university to Prague College,
degree.
you will need to submit the official transcripts and
» Confirmation of English level. course syllabus for further assessment.
Applicants for the Business programme should
have an IELTS score of 6.0-6.5; for Computing,
Graphic Design and Interactive Media a score
of 5.5-6.0. Students can also take the TOEFL
test exam or the ELSA examination right at
Prague College.
» Letter of motivation.
Why did you choose this particular
programme? Why did you choose to study
at Prague College? Why did you choose
the Czech Republic as the country for your
studies? The letter of motivation should
answer these and other questions describing
the applicant’s motivation to study. This letter
should be a minimum of 300 words.
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Tuition Fees
The Prague College academic year has three trimesters in HND and International
Business programmes and two semesters in the final year of BA, BSc and Masters
programme.
HND Business
90,000 Czk 117,000 Czk
HND Computing
BA (Hons) International
90,000 Czk 117,000 Czk
Business Management
HND Graphic Design
99,000 Czk 126,000 Czk
HND Interactive Media
BA (Hons) Graphic Design
99,000 Czk 126,000 Czk
BA (Hons) Fine Art Experimental Media
MSc International
199,000 Czk 219,000 Czk
Management
Czech crowns (CZK) British pounds (GBP) Euros (EUR) US dollars (USD)
The price in foreign currency is approximate and for your information only. Fees can be paid in any currency, but
they will be converted into Czech crowns for settlement. The exchange rate used here is from January 6, 2011,
and is 1 EUR for 24,80 CZK, 1 GBP for 29,23 CZK, 1 USD for 18,88 CZK.
Tuition fees are accurate at the time of printing and subject to change.
Financing
Czech students are eligible for Gaudeamus All students from outside of the European Union
student loans from Komercni Banka. Students are welcome to apply for a Prague College
from Finland, Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Ireland bursary.
and Canada have received funding from their Bursaries are a financial award which helps
home countries to study at Prague College. to partially offset the difference between
international and EU tuition rates.
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