Czech Republic (Prague) Advertising Program
- Tentative Program Dates: Arrival: July 8. Program: July 9 - August 3, 2012
- Orientation: TBA. Check back soon!
Program Director: Sandy Kornberg
Spend four weeks in amazing Prague living and learning about Czech culture and history through a three-credit course taught at Charles University and numerous local excursions. In addition, expand your global advertising horizons with Brand Czech Brand USA course (three credits) examining and comparing branding similarities and differences in both countries. Visit local media outlets in this beautiful Eastern European capital city. Enhance your global advertising skills in Prague this summer!
Classes are taught in English.
Host Institution: Charles University
In the 14th century of medieval Europe, creating a university required more than the desire to learn and to teach others. In the case of Charles University, it took the issuing of an official decree by the Pope of the Holy Roman Empire.
Throughout its turbulent history, Charles University has continued to provide an atmosphere of academic excellence for its students. Now, with a student body of more than 40,000, Charles University is continuing to grow and offer its resources to students around the world.
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Area
In the heart of Europe, straddling the border between east and west, students and tourists alike will find what many have called the "Golden City." The capital of the Czech Republic, Prague has a history as rich as any city in the world. First settled by Germanic and Celtic tribes in 4,000 B.C., the area was soon populated by Slavs from the surrounding area. Slowly establishing the area around the Vltava River, the largest in the Czech Republic, the inhabitants of the vicinity fell under control of the Moravian Empire. The following centuries brought more development to the area, and in the 9th century Christianity was introduced to its inhabitants. |
What was the best part of your study abroad experience?
"Real-world experience in a different country." Tai-Kwan Yoo, Prague – Summer 2007 |
True prosperity came to Prague in its "Golden Age" under the control of Charles IV, who became the Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire in 1355. This rise in power brought Prague to the seat of the Empire, becoming its capitol soon after the enthronement of Charles IV. It is during this period of affluence that the construction of many historical buildings and structures began. Though World War II brought widespread devastation throughout Europe, the infallibility of Prague proved to be lasting quality as the city was spared the fate experienced in many major cities, leaving much of the history intact for modern day visitors.
Eligibility
This program is primarily directed toward Advertising students who have completed J4200, have at least a 3.0 GPA and are in good academic standing. Students in other sequences may apply if they have successfully completed J4200 or have had previous advertising experience and are in good academic standing.
Eligibility
This program is primarily directed toward Advertising students who have completed J4200, have at least a 3.0 GPA and are in good academic standing. Students in other sequences may apply if they have successfully completed J4200 or have had previous advertising experience and are in good academic standing.
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Course Credit
You will earn six credit hours on this program. Brand Czech Brand USA advertising course (three credits Journalism Elective) and Czech History & Culture (three credits of upperlevel Humanities or Social Science). Classes are taught in English. You will participate in an exciting new advertising class examining branding in both the USA and the Czech Republic. MU students will be joined by Charles University students to enhance the intercultural experience of this course. You will also visit a few Czech media outlets to experience their journalism system firsthand. This course will earn you three credits of journalism elective credit. In addition, you will take a Czech Culture & History course taught by a native instructor covering different topics relating to culture, history, and civilization. You will also gain a better understanding of how their society came about and the origins of its people through course-related field trips. This course will earn you three credits of upperlevel Humanities or Social Science credit. |
Costs
The Missouri School of Journalism attempts to make the costs of studying abroad affordable for you. Generally, study abroad experiences cost a bit more than credits taken on-campus at MU, but include new experiences, cultures, languages, and often times housing, flight costs and other program-related costs. It's highly recommended that you outline a budget for yourself of what you would spend during a semester here at MU and compare it to study abroad costs. The cost for this program includes airfare, housing accommodations and on-site assistance by a professor. You will also be billed MU educational fees (6 credits). In addition, you will also pay a $75 MU Study Abroad fee to cover MU orientation, administration, and assistance. Other expenses you will want to consider include meals, local transportation and other miscellaneous expenses.
Please note that there are scholarships and other financial options available to you to help make study abroad a part of your college experience.
Program fee includes round-trip flight from St. Louis to Prague, housing, program excursions and related transportation, media outlet visits, on-site assistance, MU Admin fee, and ISIC card.
The Missouri School of Journalism attempts to make the costs of studying abroad affordable for you. Generally, study abroad experiences cost a bit more than credits taken on-campus at MU, but include new experiences, cultures, languages, and often times housing, flight costs and other program-related costs. It's highly recommended that you outline a budget for yourself of what you would spend during a semester here at MU and compare it to study abroad costs. The cost for this program includes airfare, housing accommodations and on-site assistance by a professor. You will also be billed MU educational fees (6 credits). In addition, you will also pay a $75 MU Study Abroad fee to cover MU orientation, administration, and assistance. Other expenses you will want to consider include meals, local transportation and other miscellaneous expenses.
Please note that there are scholarships and other financial options available to you to help make study abroad a part of your college experience.
Program fee includes round-trip flight from St. Louis to Prague, housing, program excursions and related transportation, media outlet visits, on-site assistance, MU Admin fee, and ISIC card.
Estimated Program Costs for Undergraduates:
Total Program Cost Estimate:
Resident: $6,422 Non-Resident: $8,931
Costs on MU Bill:
Resident: $6,422 Non-Resident: $8,931
Costs on MU Bill:
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Missouri Resident (based on 6 credit hours):
Program Fee..............................................................$3,750 Tuition and Educational Fees....................................$1,947 For specific fee information, visit the Cashier's website. MU Study Abroad Fee......................................................$75 HTH Student Health Insurance........................................$50 Total Cost for Missouri Resident.......................................$5,822 |
Missouri Non-Resident (based on 6 credit hours):
Program Fee..............................................................$3,750 Tuition and Educational Fees....................................$4,506 For specific fee information, visit the Cashier's website. MU Study Abroad Fee......................................................$75 HTH Student Health Insurance........................................$50 Total Cost for Missouri Non-Resident.............................$8,381 |
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Personal Cost Estimates:
Roundtrip Airfare...........................Included Housing.........................................Included Meals and Transportation....................$600 Total Additional Expenses.....................$600 |
**This cost table reflects tuition costs for 2011. Students should expect slight changes in 2012 costs. |
Financial Aid
The financial aid you normally receive for your classes at MU is usually applicable. Additional grants, loans or scholarships may be available to offset the extra costs of studying abroad. Please meet with the advisor for study abroad financing at the MU Financial Aid Office (11 Jesse Hall) for more complete information: 573-882-7506. The School of Journalism offers need-based travel scholarships each semester. Applications are available on our Web site. You can also apply for additional scholarships through the MU International Center (Memorial Union). Watch our Web site for special program scholarship announcements each semester.
Housing
You will be living on-campus in Charles University international student housing arranged through the program. You will live with other students on the program. There are nearby cafeterias, many local restaurants, and cafés.
For information on how to apply for this program, please click here.
Contact the MU Journalism Abroad
The financial aid you normally receive for your classes at MU is usually applicable. Additional grants, loans or scholarships may be available to offset the extra costs of studying abroad. Please meet with the advisor for study abroad financing at the MU Financial Aid Office (11 Jesse Hall) for more complete information: 573-882-7506. The School of Journalism offers need-based travel scholarships each semester. Applications are available on our Web site. You can also apply for additional scholarships through the MU International Center (Memorial Union). Watch our Web site for special program scholarship announcements each semester.
Housing
You will be living on-campus in Charles University international student housing arranged through the program. You will live with other students on the program. There are nearby cafeterias, many local restaurants, and cafés.
For information on how to apply for this program, please click here.
Contact the MU Journalism Abroad
