IFSA - IFSA TECH CAREER ACCELERATOR
  Prague, Czech Republic

WHY STUDY IN PRAGUE?
Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic, is one of Central Europe’s oldest gems, but also one of its rising stars. Home to innovation, art and creativity, Prague is the gateway to the “new Europe” within the Czech Republic and neighboring Germany and Austria. The city’s train stations, bus networks, and airport make Prague an ideal base from which to explore Europe. With a plethora of cafés, cathedrals, and museums, there is no shortage of local wonders to experience in Prague, and an excellent public transportation system allows you to traverse the city with ease.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Gain the skills today’s employers want as you continue essential computer science coursework with this specialized program, created in partnership with select U.S. universities

Prague is a city leaning boldly into the future. Take advantage of its dynamic tech ecosystem as you get real-world experience and develop skills like collaboration and teamwork through team challenges, company visits, optional internships, and more. Stay on track for graduation with classes in AI, software engineering, data science, machine learning, business, and more with top notch faculty. Meet international peers with an optional class at international Prague City University or the country’s top-ranked Charles University. Come back to campus with a strong resume, global connections, and newfound confidence.

There’s time to explore, too. Head to a café with friends for chlebícky—open-faced sandwiches—or explore the city’s many wonders, including quaint Old Town, the 11th century castle, Vyšehrad, and David Cerný’s street art. Get to know Czech people via meetups, meals, excursions, and more.

IFSA has carefully tailored a suite of computer science classes to fit U.S. degree requirements, which you can complement with social and historical surveys that invite you to engage with your host city and community. Build your own curriculum with a combination of the IFSA core class and electives for a total of 12–16 U.S. semester credit hours. You may also elect to take one local university class offered by one of our partners—Charles University or Prague City University—for a supplemental fee.

IFSA Core Class
Leadership Development for the Tech Sector

IFSA CLASSES
Business

• Business Analytics
• Business Ethics
• Digital Marketing and E-Commerce
• Intercultural Communication for the Global Workplace
• International Finance
• Operations and Supply Chain Management
• Principles of Negotiation

Computer Science

• Algorithms
• Computer Networks
• Database Management Systems
• Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
• Introduction to Computer and Network Security
• Introduction to Machine Learning
• Principles of Operating Systems
• Programming Languages
• Software Engineering

Data Science

• Data Analysis
• Data Science
• Data Visualization
• Mathematics for Data Science
• Statistics and Data Mining

Arts and Humanities

• Architecture and Design in Prague
• Communications for the Tech Sector
• Democracies in Transition: Reimagining Europe
• International Internship Seminar
• Social Psychology
• Tech, Ethics, and Public Policy

Czech Language

• Essential Czech
• Beginning Czech I

CHARLES UNIVERSITY CLASSES
Charles University requires a 3.0 GPA minimum for enrollment in its classes. Featured classes include:

• Consumption and Every Day Practices in State Socialism
• Edges of Photography
• Humor and Czech Culture
• Landscape (and) Sociology: Understanding of Czech and European Landscapes
• Politics of Song: From Folklore to Hip-Hop
• Post-Communist Development and Transformational Processes

PRAGUE CITY UNIVERSITY CLASSES
Prague City University requires a 2.5 GPA minimum for enrollment in its classes. Featured classes include:

• Business Project Management
• Critical Writing in Critical Times
• Digital Marketing and New Technologies
• Global Trade and Business Economics
• Media Trends and Distribution
• Storytelling for Emerging Platforms
• Understanding and Leading Change
• Web Design and Development

Please visit IFSA Tech Career Accelerator on the IFSA website for complete list of available classes, class descriptions, and syllabi.

ACTIVITIES & EXCURSIONS
Program activities and excursions are designed to enhance your intercultural competence by developing your understanding of the local culture and people. While optional, they are included in your total program fee. Activities and excursions vary each term based on availability, but may include:

• Cultural Life in Prague
• Cold War in Prague
• Eating Local-Food, People, and Sustainability
• Czech Buddy Pizza Night
• Kutná Hora Trip
• Czech Outdoor Culture
• Brno Trip
• Plzen Trip 

    WHAT’S INCLUDED

• Academic Support
• Administrative Fees and Applications Fees
• Activities and Excursions (including transportation and meals)
• Education Fees
• Guaranteed Housing
• International Medical Insurance
• Internet Access in Housing
• Internship, Directed Research, and Volunteer Opportunities (on many programs)
• Meals (on some programs)
• Official Transcript with U.S. Credit Translation
• On-site Orientation
• On-site Staff Support (including in-person meetings and emergencies)
• Prearrival Advising

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