Krystal Complex/Progress. Accomodation Hostivař
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* ARE YOU EXCITED ABOUT STUDYING? WE CAN'T WAIT TO WELCOME YOU!
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Dear students,
Thank you for choosing ÚJOP UK to be the beginning of your academic career in the Czech Re
to make this big step as easy as possible for you, we have summarized the most important g
your arrival, as well as information about registration at the study centre, studying and
Republic.
In addition to learning Czech and preparing for your university studies, there are many ot
What can you look forward to?
• New friends from all over the world.
• Teachers who really want you to succeed. If you attend classes and study hard, they will
for you.
• A friendly team of academic assistants and supervisors. Please contact them if you need
regarding classes at ÚJOP or your future university studies.
• An introductory two-week orientation programme where you will get important information
and living in the Czech Republic. You will meet with ÚJOP alumni who will give you advic
handle everything.
• Field trips, sports and cultural events throughout the year - see photo gallery here.
Make sure to bring your guitar, piano sheet music, cookbook, badminton, football, violin,
camera. Everything will be useful.
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* Calendar of important events
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Autumn Winter Spring
Adaptation and Orientation Course St. Nicholas Day [ URL "https:// Trips to the countrysid
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Matriculation [ URL "https://eu.zoPhotography competition [ URL "htFinal exams
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Nostrification (Diploma recognitioChristmas Certificate award cerem
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Visits to universities [ URL "httpDoors Open Days [ URL "https:// Visits to theatres, mus
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etc.) Album/10823805"]
Halloween [ URL "https://eu.zoneraSubmitting applications for all fields of
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Musical matinee [ URL "https://
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Submitting applications to arts schools
You can check for more events and aktivities for students of Charles University at the pag
[ URL "https://cuni.cz/UKEN-1618.html"] .
The Prague-Krystal study centre and the study department of ÚJOP UK wish you a safe trip t
Republic and successful studies!
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* IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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All that you find below is essential for your seamless check-in and the start of your clas
school and dormitory addresses and contacts, transportation information, and checklists in
"UJOPEN-338-version1-pdf_id_2425_com_praha_krys_host_en_20240823.pdf"] .
1. WHEN AND WHERE?
Arriving at the study centre: 1 September 2024 - 8 September 2024
Start of classes: 9 September 2024
Address of the Hostivař dormitory: Weilova 1144/2, 102 00 Praha 10 [ URL "https://maps.app
DqCqGnyDwRUjKJLC9"]
GPS: 50°03'07.9"N 14°32'19.0"E
The reception is open 24 hours a day.
Address of the school (school building): José Martího 2/407, Praha 6 [ URL "https://goo.gl
maps/4kMmzac3VAmnrPx1A"]
GPS: 50.0938867N, 14.3413583E
Description of the route is given below in the paragraph 7. FROM PRAGUE AIRPORT TO THE DOR
• Phone number of the study department (Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM): +420 777 786 144 (Weix
• Contacts of the accommodation office: +420 603 216 478 (Michal Janů), ubytovani.hostivar
[ URL "mailto:ubytovani.hostivar@ujop.cuni.cz"]
2. WHAT TO BRING WITH YOU
It is very important that you bring the documents and items that will be necessary for you
study and diploma recognition. Remember to check the list to make sure everything is ready
departure.
2.1. To register at the study centre
All students need:
• A valid passport.
• One colour passport photo (3,5 x 4,5 cm).
• The original health insurance document and insurance card (we recommend making a copy of
document and card)
In addition to the above, underage students (i.e. students under 18 years of age at the ti
registration) must also bring:
• A consent that photographs and video footage taken during classes and school events may
promotional purposes (the form is available here - download [ URL "https://ujop.cuni.cz/
version1-ru_cz_declaration_of_parent_minor_student.pdf"] , print and have your parent or
sign it).
The document must be signed by the student's parent or legal guardian and notarized
If you have a question regarding nostrification, write to svetlana.kleisnerova@ujop.cuni.c
"mailto:ivana.stikova@ujop.cuni.cz"]
2.2. To have your diploma recognised
All students need:
• Documents for nostrification
For more information and a detailed list of documents, see Nostrification of secondary edu
"https://ujop.cuni.cz/UJOPEN-132.html"] .
In addition to the above, underage students (i.e. students under 18 years of age at the ti
registration) must also bring:
• Power of attorney for the nostrification process (a form with the details of the authori
sent to you by email - download, print and have your parent or legal guardian sign it. T
be signed by the student's parent or legal guardian and notarized. The document is not v
notarization
2.3. For classes you need:
• A laptop or tablet with a keyboard (not just a phone). We recommend Windows or Linux ope
• Headphones, microphone and webcam. You will work with MS Teams.
• EU socket adapter if your country uses a different one.
2.4. For hobby and free time:
• A musical instrument such as a guitar, flute, violin (not a piano:-).
• Sheet music for piano.
• A cookbook.
• Badminton.
• Football or other kind of balls.
• Camera etc.
Before you arrive: In order to prepare for your arrival, we need to receive information fr
about the stage of your visa processing and when you plan to arrive. In addition, we need
parents if you are under 18) to sign important documents before you arrive. Please make su
and followed all the very important points in this guide, which are listed below.
3. IF YOU ALREADY HAVE A VISA, EMAIL US IMMEDIATELYfor room reservation
If you have paid your accommodation deposit, we have a place reserved for you in one of ou
For better integration of students and faster language learning, your roommate may be of a
nationality than you.
For students who need a visa: we can only reserve a room for you after it is confirmed tha
visa has been granted. Once you have your visa, please send a scan of it to your academic
(studref2(zavinac)ujop.cuni.cz [ MAIL "studref2(zavinac)ujop.cuni.cz"] ), who will then se
confirmation of your room reservation. The room is reserved for you only after we send you
confirming it.
For visa-free students: we will reserve a room for you after we have received payment.
Important: Please remember that you must send an email no later than 25 August 2024 with i
your planned arrival date (see 4. IF YOU ALREADY KNOW YOUR ARRIVAL DATE, EMAIL US IMMEDIAT
If you do not let us know your arrival on time, your dorm room will not be ready for you b
arrival.
4. IF YOU ALREADY KNOW YOUR ARRIVAL DATE, EMAIL US IMMEDIATELYfor your room to be prepared
4.1. Arrival 1 - 9 September 2024
Once you know the date and time of your arrival, please report (no later than 25 August 20
information to the following email address:
• weixi.jiang(zavinac)ujop.cuni.cz [ MAIL "weixi.jiang(zavinac)ujop.cuni.cz"]
Please include "ARRIVAL + student's name" in the subject line of the email. Attach a scan
the email.
Please note: Without confirmed arrival information, your room cannot be ready before your
4.2. Arrival after 9 September 2024
Late arrival (i.e. after 9 September) is accepted only for serious and justified reasons a
condition of online class participation, but no later than 15 October. When registering yo
explain the reasons for the delay.
In case of late arrival, the student is obliged to inform the study department and the dor
to the following addresses:
• ubytovani.hostivar(zavinac)ujop.cuni.cz [ MAIL "ubytovani.hostivar(zavinac)ujop.cuni.cz"
• weixi.jiang(zavinac)ujop.cuni.cz [ MAIL "weixi.jiang(zavinac)ujop.cuni.cz"]
Include "DELAYED ARRIVAL + student's name" in the subject line of the email.
Please note: No refunds for missed classes (including online classes)!
5. ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE OF THE STUDY/ACCOMMODATION CONTRACT
Signing the study contract (and the accommodation contract if you have booked accommodatio
condition for starting your studies. You must sign it electronically from home via the Sig
will send you a link to sign the contract electronically by the end of August. If you are
age, the contract(s) must be signed by your parents.
The instructions for signing the contracts are here [ URL "https://ujop.cuni.cz/UJOPEN-198
electronic_signature_process_in_the_signi_app_en.pdf"] .
If you have not received an email from us by August 31, check your SPAM or bulk mail folde
email from us there either, write to:
• weixi.jiang(zavinac)ujop.cuni.cz [ MAIL "weixi.jiang(zavinac)ujop.cuni.cz"]
Include "SIGNI PROBLEM + student's name" in the subject line of the email.
6. STUDYING BEFORE ARRIVAL
To support you on your educational trip as much as possible, we have prepared a summary of
courses related to your chosen field of study. It has been attached to the email we have s
If you do not have these materials, please email your academic assistant (studref2@ujop.cu
"mailto:studref2@ujop.cuni.cz"] ).
Coming to the Czech Republic is very exciting of course. Maybe this is your first independ
To make it easier for you, we have prepared a detailed guide on how to get from the airpor
In addition, at the busiest times, there will be a BUDDY at the airport to help you find y
Please note: if you are travelling to the Czech Republic by other means (train, bus or car
downloading the mobile app "PID Lítačka". It is available to download on Google Play [ URL
play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=cz.dpp.praguepublictransport&hl=cs"] and App
"https://itunes.apple.com/cz/app/pid-l%C3%ADta%C4%8Dka/id983071129"] . It offers all Pragu
transport tickets. You can even find your connection in the app and the app will also sugg
suitable ticket for your trip.
7. FROM PRAGUE AIRPORT TO THE DORMITORY / THE SCHOOL
From 1.9.-8.9. from 9:00 to 17:00 (Prague Time zone) there will be a BUDDY coordinator at
help you find your way to the dormitory. If you are interested, s/he will give you a SIM c
operator.
BUDDY is waiting for you in Terminal 1 at the arrival gate opposite the Tourist Informatio
to the UBERmats (taxi kiosks). There are white tables where you can also charge your mobil
recognize BUDDY by their red T-shirt with our university logo. If you don't find BUDDY rig
little while and try again. Alternatively, text/call +420 771 504 565. (Please note that t
airport assistance only and will work from 9:00 to 17:00 (Prague Time zone) on the above d
If you arrive at a time when the Buddy Office will not be at the airport, please read care
information about transport to the dormitory. You can get a SIM card at the hostel recepti
7.2.2. From the airport to the dorm
From th eairport to the Hostivař dormitory, you can take the following ride:
• From the Terminal 1 (or Terminal 2) stop to the Divoká Šárka stop by trolleybus number 5
Divoká Šárka stop to the Nádraží Hostivař stop by tram 26.
• From the Terminal 1 (or Terminal 2) stop, take trolleybus number 59 to the Nádraží Veles
then take metro line A from Nádraží Veleslavín to Skalka station and then bus number 125
Hostivař stop.
You can buy a ticket in the orange vending machine directly in the trolleybus (you pay onl
crowns or in the mobile application "PID Lítačka".
Example:
7.3. I'm taking a cab
Using public transport in Prague is easy, but if you prefer individual transport, you can
official taxi at the airport. You can use the free Wi-Fi or Ubermat to order a taxi.
7.4. Address of the dormitory and school
Address of the Hostivař dormitory: Weilova 1144/2, 102 00 Praha 10 [ URL "https://maps.app
DqCqGnyDwRUjKJLC9"]
GPS: 50°03'07.9"N 14°32'19.0"E
The reception is open 24 hours a day.
Address of the school (school building): José Martího 2/407, Praha 6 [ URL "https://goo.gl
maps/4kMmzac3VAmnrPx1A"]
GPS: 50.0938867N, 14.3413583E
Description of the route is given below in the paragraph 7. FROM PRAGUE AIRPORT TO THE DOR
• Phone number of the study department (Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM): +420 777 786 144 (Weix
• Contacts of the accommodation office: +420 603 216 478 (Michal Janů), ubytovani.hostivar
[ URL "mailto:ubytovani.hostivar@ujop.cuni.cz"]
8. CHECK IN AT THE DORMITORY
Important: Please remember that you must send an email no later than 25 August 2024 with i
your planned arrival date (see 4. DO YOU ALREADY KNOW YOUR ARRIVAL DATE? EMAIL US IMMEDIAT
not announce your arrival in time, your dorm room will not be ready for you before your ar
The reception is open 24 hours a day. Upon arrival at the Hostivař dormitory, fill up the
reception, present your passport, take your card and check in to your room.
8.1. Finishing the registration of your accommodation
The registration process of your accommodation must be finished in the accommodation offic
7, ground floor) within the office hours posted on the office door.
To finish your registration, you will need:
• A valid passport
• To pay a one-time deposit of CZK 10,000 (in cash in Czech crowns or by credit card via t
This deposit covers any damage caused during your stay in the dormitory. At the end of y
settlement will take place and the deposit (minus any possible damages) will be returned
8.2. Payment for accommodation:
The accommodation deposit you have paid (300 EUR/7050 CZK) starts to be used on your arriv
payment for accommodation is based on the current price list. [ URL "https://ujop.cuni.cz/
After the deposit is used up, you will pay for your accommodation according to the instruc
accommodation administrator (Michal Janů, accommodation office, building No. 7, ground flo
More information about the accommodation is available here [ URL "https://ujop.cuni.cz/UJO
Important: We hold your accommodation reservation until 15 October 2024 at the latest. If
reason students are planning to arrive after this date, they must contact the study depart
accommodation administrator to specify the date of arrival and provide a justification for
arrival.
9. REGISTRATION WITH THE FOREIGN "POLICE"
9.1. I have a D/VC visa or a DP biometric card
Students STAYING in the dormitory are NOT required to report to the foreign police. Their
reported by the dormitory administration after they have registered at the dormitory.
Students who are NOT accommodated in the dormitory MUST register on their own at the forei
Olšanská 2176/2, 130 51 Prague 3 [ URL "https://goo.gl/maps/An5jVgbqBbAQv4iE8"] within 3 w
the date of arrival (only students who are staying in Prague).
12.1. Necessary equipment
You will receive some of the lessons, teaching materials and study information from us sol
form. Therefore, you will need a laptop or tablet with a keyboard (not just a phone!) to s
in the preparatory course and also for your future studies at universities in the Czech Re
also need headphones, a microphone and a webcam (either all built-in or connected external
You will need a laptop for the entire academic year, as part of your studies (homework, as
learning, communication with teachers and administration, webinars, etc.) will take place
Teams platform. The laptop can also be purchased after arrival in the Czech Republic, for
an e-shop (e.g. Alza.cz).
12.2. Necessary equipment for efficient studying in Microsoft Teams:
The hardware requirements to run MS Teams on a computer (Windows for MS or Mac) are quite
"office setup" on your computer will be enough. Of course, the more powerful the computer,
quality of the online lessons. Please also check if your PC cable needs an adapter for EU
Before the classes start, watch the tutorial video on Microsoft Teams. [ URL "https://
support.microsoft.com/en-gb/office/microsoft-teams-video-training-4f108e54-240b-4351-8084-
wt.mc_id=otc_home"]
12.3. Access to university systems and Microsoft Teams:
Each student must log in to the university system (CAS) and MS Teams before starting their
student will receive an email with their individual log in details and instructions how to
Click here [ URL "https://ujop.cuni.cz/UJOPEN-198-version1-ru_en_ms_teams_registration_ins
for instructions on how to register in MS Teams.
Click here [ URL "https://ujop.cuni.cz/UJOPEN-198-version1-ru_en_cz_cas_password_update_1.
instructions on how to change your CAS password.
12.4 General conditions of study
• participation in all tests, examinations and credits is compulsory for all students
• after the first trimester, students may be reassigned to new class groups based on the r
trimester exam, results of the placement test and an assessment of their attitude to stu
activity in class, on-time submission of homework, etc.)
• the teaching process in the classes is adapted to the students' abilities and their resu
continuous assessment and end of term tests
• student receives a certificate of proficiency in Czech at B2 or B1 level upon a successf
the final exam based on the result he/she achieves
• students are entitled to a consultation on topics they have not understood
• students' attendance is recorded in the programme. Absences (i.e. illness, late arrivals
or other serious reasons) must not exceed 20% during the course of the study. If a stude
exceeds the permitted limit, the procedure according to the Disciplinary Regulations of
(warning, suspension and expulsion from studies) is followed
• students are obliged to follow the rules of conduct applicable in the programmes of the
provide a safe learning and working environment for all students, teachers and staff. An
discrimination, harassment or bullying based on race, nationality, gender, disability, g
sexual orientation, religious beliefs or socio-economic status are not tolerated and wil
according to the disciplinary regulations
• in case of accommodation in the dormitories of the ÚJOP UK, students are obliged to foll
rules and the rules of respectful coexistence
13. NOSTRIFICATION (Diploma recognition)
When applying to a Czech university, applicants (including foreigners) must provide eviden
previous education (a report card, certificate or diploma). If you have completed your edu
country other than Slovakia, Poland, Germany, Hungary or Slovenia, your certificate or dip
recognised so that you can continue your studies in the Czech Republic.
To have your document recognised by the Czech Republic as equivalent to a Czech one, you m
nostrification procedure. The nostrification process starts soon after you arrive at the s
Students of the preparatory courses of ÚJOP UK receive help with collecting and submitting
from academic supervisors. This service is free of charge, you do not have to pay an addit
assistance with diploma recognition - the cost of this service is included in the course f
pay for the cost of notarization, translations and government/faculty fees for the nostrif
itself.
It is therefore necessary to bring the original documents with you to the Czech Republic f
nostrification. The list of documents required and detailed information on the nostrificat
available here [ URL "https://ujop.cuni.cz/UJOPEN-125.html"] .
If you have any questions about the nostrification, please contact the study department or
supervisor: weixi.jiang@ujop.cuni.cz [ URL "mailto:weixi.jiang@ujop.cuni.cz"] .
14. ACCOMMODATION IN THE DORMS
14.1. Payment for accommodation
The accommodation deposit you have paid (300 EUR / 7050 CZK) starts to be used on your arr
date. The payment for accommodation is based on the current price list [ URL "https://ujop
UJOPEN-112.html"] . After the deposit is used up, you will pay for your accommodation acco
instructions of the accommodation administrator (Michal Janů, accommodation office, buildi
floor).
Important: Please note that all payments in the study centre and the dormitory can only be
currency or by card via terminal, or by transfer to an account (at the accommodation offic
not accept foreign currency. We recommend having a card that can be used for payments both
online.
14.2. Cancellation policy for accommodation
The accommodation deposit is refundable after deduction of a 50% booking fee upon written
if the accommodation has not started. The deposit is non-refundable once the accommodation
once you check in to the dormitory. For further information, please refer to the ÚJOP UK T
and Cancellation [ URL "https://ujop.cuni.cz/UJOPEN-223.html"] .
A request for termination of the accommodation must be sent to
ubytovani.hostivar@ujop.cuni.cz [ URL "mailto:ubytovani.hostivar@ujop.cuni.cz"] at least o
your final departure.
14.3. What is available at Hostivař dorms
Choose a single or double room with private bathroom, shower and fridge. Rooms are cleaned
You’ll find kitchen and washing machines in the building. You can reliably connect to Wi-F
building.
More about the Hostivař dorm [ URL "https://ujop.cuni.cz/UJOPEN-118.html"]
15. PUBLIC TRANSPORT IN PRAGUE
We recommend downloading the mobile app "PID Lítačka" which is available for download in G
"https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=cz.dpp.praguepublictransport&hl=cs"
Store [ URL "https://itunes.apple.com/cz/app/pid-l%C3%ADta%C4%8Dka/id983071129"] . It offe
integrated transport tickets. In the app you can also find your connection and the app wil
the most suitable ticket for your trip.
More about tickets:
• The usual ticket price for an adult per ride is 40 CZK (for 90 minutes) or 30 CZK (for 3
• Tickets and fare https://pid.cz/en/tickets-and-fare/ [ URL "https://pid.cz/en/tickets-an
• How and where to buy tickets https://pid.cz/en/tickets-and-fare/how-to-buy-ticket/ [ URL
pid.cz/en/tickets-and-fare/how-to-buy-ticket/"]
16. ASSISTANCE IN PRAGUE
If you need any help or advice on study once you arrive in Prague, please do not hesitate
study department at: José Martího 2/407, Praha 6 [ URL "https://goo.gl/maps/4kMmzac3VAmnrP
weixi.jiang@ujop.cuni.cz [ URL "mailto:weixi.jiang@ujop.cuni.cz"] .
If you need any help or advice on accommodation once you arrive in Prague, please do
not hesitate to contact the accommodation administrator: Michal Janů, +420 603 216?478,
ubytovani.hostivar(zavinac)ujop.cuni.cz [ MAIL "ubytovani.hostivar(zavinac)ujop.cuni.cz"]
For more contacts, visit the Krystal Centre page [ URL "https://ujop.cuni.cz/UJOPEN-104.ht
All students will have a wonderful, interesting, but also challenging year with us. You ha
foreign language, terminology and subject content and adapt to life in a foreign country.
essential that you make your studies a permanent priority. Even further study at universit
time and effort from you.
We will support you as much as possible on your educational journey and prepare a stimulat
and pleasant environment for you. We will offer you support in choosing a university, maki
and getting nostrified. However, the essential part of the work remains with you, the stud
motivation, diligence, fulfilling your study obligations and adhering to all the condition
programme.
We can do it together!