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            Dear students,


            Thank you for choosing the ÚJOP UK to study Czech language. In order to make the beginning
            as easy as possible for you, we have summarized the most important guidelines for your arr
            information about registration at the study centre, studying and life in the Czech Republi


            In addition to learning Czech, there are many other activities and experiences waiting for
            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. Please contact them if you need help or advice.
            • Various events throughout the year – see photo gallery here [ URL "https://eu.zonerama.c
              UJOP/1306576"]


            The Prague-Voršilská study centre and the study department of ÚJOP UK wish you a safe trip
            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
            1. ENTRY TESTING AND SORTING THE LANGUAGE GROUPS

            • Online test 
            Students will be divided into groups from A0 to C1 according to their knowledge. We asky o
            online placement test to secure a place in the study group that best matches your knowledg

            the test, you will do listening, reading and grammar, and according to your answers, you w
            appropriate level. Please don't stress if you don't do well. Please contact the course coo
            can be sorted based on an oral interview. 


            Registering for the test requires your e-mail and a unique identification number (login) Y
            identification number is ID number of your application (you can find it in the email that 

            in response to your application).  

            You can find the test on the https://www.astra-testy.cz/ [ URL "https://www.astra-testy.cz


            Please complete the test as soon as possible. 


            Here you can see the start page of the test and where you will log in, then follow the ins
             


            • Oral interview 
            Depending on the results of the test, you may be invited to an oral interview, which will 
            in 1-3 weeks before your course.  


            2. WHEN AND WHERE?
            Start of classes at the study center: 8 September 2025 

            Address of the school (school building where classes are held): Voršilská 144/1, 110 00 No
            "https://maps.app.goo.gl/2JyqGJof2AMTnDoF9"]  


            GPS: 50.08070727676585, 14.416755 

            The building reception is open from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM. The student class are automaticall

            working day from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM, after which they are automatically locked. If you arr
            early, you can go to the PC room or the relaxation room. 


            • Phone number of the study department: +420 771 506 995 (Veronika) / +420 771 284 421 (Šá
              Opening hours: Monday to?Friday 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM and 12:30 AM – 3:00 PM 
            • Phone number for questions about application, visa, accommodation: +420 771 227 542 (Ale


            2.1. How to get to the school building
            You can reach the Voršilská 1 school building on foot from the Národní divadlo tram stop a

            třída tram or metro line B stop.

            2.2. First day of classes

            First day of classes: 8 September 2025

            Arriving at school at 8:30 AM to your class


            Don't know which class to go to? Visit the Study Department in room 303 on the 3rd floor


            Welcome session:

            After the class, a welcome session will take place on the 5th floor of the building in the

            session will begin with an introductory speech by the director of the study center at 1:00
            2.3. What can you find at the Prague-Voršilská study center?


            • On the second and third floors there are kitchens for students, always at the end of the
              the left of the stairs. Each kitchen has a refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, dishes a
              kettle. Here you can make tea or coffee and heat up your lunch. 

            • Relaxation room for quiet study 
            • Library / Study room with PC with internet 
            • The canteen is located on the ground floor of the building and is open from 11:30 AM to 



            3. WHAT TO BRING WITH YOU

            It is very important that you bring the things you will need for your studies, so check th
            sure you have everything ready.
            3.1. To register at the study centre

            All students need:  

            • An email with information on where you should report (which classroom), sent to you from

              department 
             
            In addition to the above, underage students (i.e. students under 18 years of age at the ti

            registration) must also bring:  

            • Declaration of the legal representative of the minor course participant (form here – dow

              "https://ujop.cuni.cz/UJOPEN-198-version1-eng_cz_declaration_of_parent_minor_student.pdf
              and give the legal representative to sign). The document must be signed by the student's
              representative and notarized. 

             
            During your registration you will fill in and sign: 


            • Student's personal sheet 
            • A statement on health and safety and fire protection instruction for students and partic

              lifelong learning 
            • Eduroam Wi-Fi network terms and conditions 
             

            Please note: If you owe a debt to UJOP  

            If you owe a debt to UJOP (e.g. costs associated with sending DHL documents, outstanding c

            etc.), you will be asked to pay this amount in the course of the first month of study. Ple
            payments in the study centre and in the dormitory can only be made in Czech currency or by
            terminal. We do not accept foreign currency. We recommend that you have a payment card tha

            payments both via terminal and online. 

            3.2. For classes


            • Writing utensils, notepad. 
            • 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. 



            4. PROVISION OF ACCOMMODATION - IF YOU ALREADY HAVE A VISA, EMAIL US IMMEDIATELYFor room r
            If you have paid your accommodation deposit, we have a place reserved for you in the dormi

            If your room reservation has not been confirmed by email, please contact your academic ass
            studref2@ujop.cuni.cz [ URL "mailto:studref2@ujop.cuni.cz"] .  
             

            Important: Please remember that you must send an email to ubytovani.hostivar@ujop.cuni.cz 
            "mailto:ubytovani.hostivar@ujop.cuni.cz"] no later than 3 working days before your arrival
            about your planned arrival date. 


            If you do not let us know your arrival on time, your dorm room will not be ready for you b
            arrival. 

            5. FROM PRAGUE AIRPORT TO THE DORMITORY HOSTIVAŘ

            5.1. Address of the dormitory Hostivař

            Address of the dormitory: Weilova 1144/2, 102 00 Praha 10 [ URL "https://maps.app.goo.gl/
            DqCqGnyDwRUjKJLC9"]  
            GPS: 50°03'07.9"N 14°32'19.0"E 

             
            The reception is open 24 hours a day. 
            Contacts of the accommodation office: +420 603 216 478 (Michal Janů), ubytovani.hostivar@u

            "mailto:ubytovani.hostivar@ujop.cuni.cz"]  

            5.2. I'm taking public transport

            From the airport 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: 
            <img src="https://ujop.cuni.cz/UJOP-604-version1-7_2_2_z_letiste_na_kolej.jpg" alt="uk jum

            width="50%">
            <img src="https://ujop.cuni.cz/UJOP-604-version1-oranzovy_terminal_2.jpg" alt="uk jumping 
            width="100%">


            Please note: we recommend downloading the mobile app PID Lítačka. It is available to downl
            Google Play [ URL "https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?

            id=cz.dpp.praguepublictransport&amp;amp;amp;amp;hl=cs"] and Apple Store [ URL "https://itu
            app/pid-l%C3%ADta%C4%8Dka/id983071129"] . It offers all Prague integrated transport ticket
            find your connection in the app and the app will also suggest the most suitable ticket for


            5.3. 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.
            <img src="https://ujop.cuni.cz/UJOP-598-version1-uber_kiosek_600x6002.jpg" alt="uk jumping
            width="100%">

            5.4. Cash withdrawal at the airport
            We kindly remind you that in the Czech Republic, payment is made in Czech crown (koruna). 
            is usually not accepted. Payment by card is common. We recommend withdrawing a small amoun

            Czech crowns (500-1000 CZK) upon arrival for transport and other small expenses. There are
            airport. 
              

            ATTENTION: We do not recommend using the exchange offices at the airport and at the hotel.
            large margin. 


            6. CHECK IN AT THE DORMITORY
            Important: Please remember that you must send an email to ubytovani.hostivar@ujop.cuni.cz 
            "mailto:ubytovani.hostivar@ujop.cuni.cz"] no later than 3 working days before your arrival

            about your planned arrival date. If you do not announce your arrival in time, your dorm ro
            ready for you before your arrival. 
            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.?? 

            6.1. 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

             
            6.2. 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/
            UJOPEN-112.html"] .? 

              
            Important: We hold your accommodation reservation until 15 September 2025 at the latest. I
            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.


            7. CLASSES
            The classes start on: 8 September 2025 at?9:00 AM 
              

            Classes are held every Monday to Friday, except for Christmas holidays and public holidays
            Classes are held from 9:00 AM to 1:25PM. 
            The school year schedule has been sent to you by email along with a link to this website. 

            Please note: No refunds will be given for missed classes! 
            7.1. Academic year
            • is divided into two semesters  

            • during each semester, the results of the study are verified, a Czech exam is held at the
              semester, Czech language teaching is conducted in Czech and at each stage of the academi
              adapted to the level of language proficiency of the students


            7.2. 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 [ URL "https://www.alza.cz/EN/laptops/18842920.htm"] ).?? 


            7.3. 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"]   


            7.4. 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.  


            7.5. General conditions of study


            • participation in all monthly tests and examinations is compulsory for all students ? 
            • after the first monthly test, students may be reassigned to new class groups based on th
              test and an assessment of their attitude to study (attendance, activity in class, on-tim

              homework, etc.) ? 
            • the teaching process in the classes is adapted to the students' abilities and their resu
              continuous assessment and end of semester tests ?? 

            • student receives a certificate of proficiency in Czech upon a successful completion of t
              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 UJOP UK, students are obliged to foll
              rules and the rules of respectful coexistence?? 



            8. ACCOMMODATION IN THE DORMS
            8.1. 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.??  

            8.2. 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.cun

            "mailto:ubytovani.hostivar@ujop.cuni.cz"] at least one week before your final departure. 

            8.3. 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"] ?? 



            9. 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&amp;amp;amp;am
            Apple Store [ URL "https://itunes.apple.com/cz/app/pid-l%C3%ADta%C4%8Dka/id983071129"] . I
            Prague integrated transport tickets. In the app you can also find your connection and the 

            suggest 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/"]   

            10. ASSISTANCE IN PRAGUE

            If you need any help or advice on study once you arrive in Prague, please do not hesitate 
            contact the study department at: Voršilská 144/1, Praha 1 nebo na vorsilska@ujop.cuni.cz [
            "mailto:vorsilska@ujop.cuni.cz"] . 

             
            If you need any help or advice on accommodation once you arrive in Prague, please do not h
            contact the accommodation administrator: Michal Janů, +420 603 216?478, ubytovani.hostivar

            [ URL "mailto:ubytovani.hostivar@ujop.cuni.cz"] . 
             
            We would also like to recommend these websites that may be useful during your stay in Prag

            Prague Information Service: https://www.prague.eu/cs [ URL "https://www.prague.eu/cs"]  
            Dictionaries: https://slovniky.lingea.cz/ [ URL "https://slovniky.lingea.cz/"] ; www.slovn
            [ URL "https://www.slovnik.seznam.cz/"]  

            Safety and health protection, Prague-Voršilská 
            https://ujop.cuni.cz/UJOP-310.html [ URL "https://ujop.cuni.cz/UJOP-310.html"] ? PDF BOZP 
            ujop.cuni.cz/UJOPEN-179-version1-bozp_ujop_studenti_proskoleni_2024_01_cz_1.pdf"]  





            All students here have several beautiful, interesting, but also challenging months ahead o
            to master a foreign language and adapt to life in a foreign country. Therefore, it is nece
            studying Czech a permanent priority for 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!