On Monday, 2 February, the new semester was ceremonially opened in the chapel on the fifth floor of the Voršilská study centre. The Institute for Language and Preparatory Studies (UJOP) provides instruction for students at all levels of Czech-language proficiency. This semester, the Voršilská centre hosts a total of seven beginner classes, four lower-intermediate classes, and three advanced classes. Approximately 170 new students from 47 countries around the world are beginning their studies at the centre in February.
4 February 2026
On Tuesday, 27 January, students enrolled in foundation medical courses from the Krystal study centre in Prague and the Poděbrady study centre visited the First Faculty of Medicine at Charles University.
30 January 2026
On Thursday, 22 January, students of UJOP gathered at the Voršilská Chapel for a ceremonial event marking the official conclusion of the winter semester. The occasion included the presentation of certificates and served as a formal close to the academic term.
26 January 2026
Representatives of Metropolitan University Prague (MUP) and the Institute for Language and Preparatory Studies of Charles University (UJOP UK) met on 19 January to discuss strengthening cooperation in the language and academic preparation of international applicants, as well as in support for international students.
23 January 2026
On Wednesday, 14 January, students enrolled in economic, technical and IT preparatory programmes at UJOP in Poděbrady took part in an educational excursion to four leading Czech universities in Prague: the Czech Technical University (CTU), the Czech University of Life Sciences (CZU), the Faculty of Social Sciences of Charles University, and the Prague University of Economics and Business. The visits gave students a valuable opportunity to familiarise themselves with the university environment, available study programmes, admission requirements, and potential career pathways. The programme included faculty presentations, guided tours of university campuses, and personal meetings with current students and academic staff.
16 January 2026
Barmankul Nuray from Kazakhstan, a graduate of the art preparatory programme at the Crystal Centre of UJOP, is participating in the major group exhibition Vladimír Véla and Students – Sutnarka Painting. The exhibition runs from 12 November 2025 to 12 April 2026 at the House U Jonáše in Pardubice. The curator of the exhibition is Petr Vaňous.
10 January 2026
As December draws to a close, UJOP is preparing for the festive season and the start of a new year. The first half of the academic year has been particularly diverse and eventful.
18 December 2025
As part of the socio-cultural seminar attended by students enrolled in humanities-oriented preparatory courses, participants are given a range of assignments each trimester. One of these tasks is to produce their own video report on a cultural topic of their choice.
15 December 2025
Studying at UJOP UK (the Institute for Language and Preparatory Studies of Charles University) in the Czech Republic offers a unique opportunity to combine high-quality education, intensive language training, and personal development in the heart of Europe. The institute has long been a popular choice for international students thanks to its professional teaching standards, welcoming atmosphere, and comprehensive support in adapting to both academic and everyday life in the Czech Republic. In this article, we present the TOP 5 reasons why UJOP UK is an excellent choice for anyone seeking access to top-tier higher education and a successful future career.
8 December 2025
The International Student and Alumni Meetup, traditionally organised by the Czech National Agency for International Education and Research (Dům zahraniční spolupráce), was held on Thursday, 4 December, this year in the charming city of Olomouc.
7 December 2025
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