Inbound Erasmus+ Student Information

Incoming Erasmus+ Students – Welcome!

Thank you for your interest in studying at the University of New York in Prague under the Erasmus+ program!

You can read our Erasmus Policy Statement and see our Erasmus Charter for Higher Education 2021-2027 on our Erasmus+ homepage.

You can only study under the Erasmus+ program if your home University has a valid Erasmus+ agreement with us. You can find a list of our Erasmus+ partners below. If we do not hold an Erasmus+ agreement with your home University, you may be able to come to the University of New York in Prague on a fee-paying basis, as a Study Abroad student.

Austria

Webster University

Denmark

Roskilde University

France

Germany

Italy

Università degli Studi di Trento

Lithuania

Vilnius University

The Netherlands

Norway

Oslo Metropolitan University

Poland

Portugal

Republic of Cyprus

European University Cyprus

Slovenia

Spain

United Kingdom

Plymouth University

1. Nomination

Your home coordinator has to nominate you officially by an e-mail sent to the Erasmus+ coordinator cge@unyp.cz (without nomination you cannot reach the online application).

2. Online Application

Click on the web link which you will receive in the information e-mail and fill in the application.

Application Requirements
- A UNYP Online Application
- A motivation letter (written in English – max. 400 words)
- High school diploma or provide name of high school
- Official University Transcript
- Letter from your home University confirming English language ability (waived for native speakers of English). If students are enrolled in non-English speaking degree program with partner university, they are requested to submit an English language proficiency test: https://www.unyp.cz/admissions-requirements/
  (Under Admission Requirements for UNYP Undergraduate Students)
- Copy of ID or passport (plus digital passport photo)
  - Passport must be valid for at least the duration of program +3 months.

After being accepted you will have to send the additional documents listed below by e-mail to the UNYP Erasmus+ coordinator cge@unyp.cz

3. Additional Documents

Here is a list of application documents which you need to arrange and send by e-mail after submitting the online application:

learning agreement (LA)
your photo in a passport size

We DO NOT require originals sent by post.

Fall 2024

Dates: September 1 – December 21, 2024

Deadline: April 19, 2024

Spring 2025

Dates: January 26 – May 17, 2025

Deadline: October 18, 2024

After being Accepted to study at UNYP you will need to follow with these steps:

BEFORE ARRIVAL

Review and sign Study Abroad contract
- Once you receive email notification sign the contract via Signi
Select 6-8 courses from the UNYP course offerings (see section courses below). Complete the Course selection form. Course selection will be finalized with maximum of 5 courses (30 ECTS credits) . Have your home university advisor approve these courses and submit the course selection sheet.
Submit the learning agreement form to UNYP (cge@unyp.cz)
- Once the registration from UNYP Registrar is complete, you can fill out the Learning Agreement. We also accept the online version.
Provide UNYP with a passport-style photo of yourself (cge@unyp.cz)
- We will use this photo for your UNYP Student ID Card. The photo must be taken according to passport-photo requirements (https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/how-apply/photos.html)
UNYP Login Credentials sent from IT for: Email, E-Learning, E-GNOMON
Join UNYP Visiting Students Facebook Group and WhatsApp group

DURING STAY

Arrive in Prague on Arrival Day
Check in to orientation at UNYP for Day 1 of orientation week
Upon arrival complete the arrival confirmation at the UNYP Center for Global Engagement
Receive signature from UNYP Center for Global Engagement on Learning Agreement during the semester
After your stay you must obtain a confirmation of Erasmus Study Period from UNYP Center for Global Engagement

AFTER DEPARTURE

UNYP will send the Transcript of Records to your home University
Fill out the EU Survey

Course Catalogue

Access the current course catalogue through this link: https://airtable.com/app4hWCbWWQhroQBd/shrh4px9YFuxm5mqS/tbll1WHZRcfJw53fV

Please, be aware that you can take maximum of 30 ECTS credits per semester. Should your home University demand more credits, please contact CGE Office at cge@unyp.cz

Fall Course Offerings

Please note that the following list is not official list of courses for the following semester. Rather, these are the course offerings from the latest semesters and can serve as a reference for what to expect in future semesters. The official set of course will be published one month before the start of classes.

Business

Behavioral Economics
Calculus
College Algebra
Computers and Applications
Consumer Behavior
Corporate Finance
Discrete Mathematics
E-Commerce and Marketing Technologies
Econometrics
Entrepreneurship Essentials
Event Management
Financial Accounting
Financial Analysis
Human Resource Management
Information Management
Introduction to Python
Introduction to University Studies
Knowledge Management
Legal Environment of Business
Macroeconomics
Managerial Accounting
Math Tutoring
Microeconomics
Network Administration
Organizational Behavior
Principles of Management
Project Management
Reason and Argument
Sports Management
Student Competition
Systems Administration
Viral and Guerilla Marketing
Web Design

Communication and Media, English language and literature

Art of the Western World
Digital Photography
Global Communication
History and Theory of New Media
Intercultural Communication
Introduction to Advertising
Introduction to Sociology
Media and Society
News Writing
Public Relations Principles
Public Speaking
Academic Writing
English Composition I
English Composition II
English Composition Skills
Great Books
Introduction to Literature

International Relations

American Government and Politics
Classics of Political Theory
Czech A1
Czech A2
European Integration
History of Religions
International Conflict and Security
Introduction to Philosophy
Principles of Ethics
Senior Project Defense
Spanish A1
US History since 1865

Psychology

Addiction and Dependency: An Introduction
Biological Psychology
Cognition
Comparative Psychology
Cultural Anthropology
Educational Psychology
Environmental Crisis and Global Sustainability
Evolutionary Psychology
General Psychology
Group Work Processes
History and Systems of Psychology
Human Biology
Introduction to Existential Psychology
Personnel and Work Psychology
Psychology of Adjustment
Psychology of Adolescence and Adulthood
Psychology of Infancy and Childhood
Social Psychology
Statistics I
Statistics II
Theories of Personality

Spring Course Offerings

Business

Algorithms
Calculus
College Algebra
Computers and Applications
Corporate Finance
Cross Cultural Management Skills
E-Commerce and Marketing Technologies
Emotions in Marketing
Facility Management
Final Project Proposal
Financial Accounting
Human Resource Management
Information Management
Information Security Implementation & Processing
International Business
International Marketing Strategies
International Money & Banking
Introduction to University Studies
Legal Environment of Business
Macroeconomics
Management Information Systems
Managerial Accounting
Math Tutoring
Microeconomics
Organizational Behavior
Pricing Strategies
Principles of Management
Principles of Marketing
Professional Development
Project Management
Reason and Argument
Strategic Communication Skills for Business Leaders

Communication and Media, English language and literature

Advanced Public Relations
Art of the Western World
Digital Photography
Intercultural Communication
Introduction to Advertising
Introduction to Media Writing
Introduction to Sociology
Media History
Mediation and Conflict Management
Psychology of Technology
Public Relations Principles
Public Speaking
Sociolinguistics
Visual Culture and Semiotics
Academic Writing
English Composition I
English Composition II
English Composition Skills
Foundation II: Grammar
Foundation II: Listening and Conversation
Foundation II: Reading and Writing
The Novel

International Relations

Classics of Political Theory
Czech A1
Czech A2
Democracy and Democratization
European Law
External Relations of the EU
History of Religions
International Organizations
International Political Economy
Introduction to Philosophy
Introduction to Political Science
Principles of Ethics
Social and Economic Aspects of Globalization
Spanish A1
Spanish A2
Theories of International Relations
US History and Civil Rights
US History since 1865
World Geography

Psychology

Animals in Human Society
Biological Psychology
Cognition
Comparative Psychology
Cultural Anthropology
Educational Psychology
General Psychology
Group Work Processes
Health Psychology
History and Systems of Psychology
Human Biology
Motivation and Emotion
Positive Psychology
Psychology of Adjustment
Psychology of Adolescence and Adulthood
Psychology of Art
Psychology of Infancy and Childhood
Social Psychology
Sports Psychology
Statistics I
Statistics II
Theories of Personality

The cost for Housing and services for Fall or Spring 2023/2024: $5,300

The cost for Housing and services for Fall or Spring 2024/2025: $5,600

Items included in Housing and Services fee:

Housing
Health Insurance
Visa Support
Pre-Departure Orientation and Information
Airport Pick Up and Transport to Housing
On-Site Orientation
Transportation Pass
Student Benefits Program
Mailing of your Final Transcripts

UNYP can offer Erasmus+ students its Housing & Services program, in which UNYP guarantees a housing placement with other visiting students. More details on the UNYP Housing & Services program can be found in the “Costs” section.

If you wish to secure your own housing, please see some options listed below:

Several accommodations in Prague could be options for Erasmus+ students. As these are suitable housing options for many newcomers to Prague and availability may be limited, it is important to book a room early.

PLEASE NOTE: The student will be able to pick the type of room, but building management places the student into an available apartment. These accommodations are not student dormitories.

BELGICKA APARTMENTS

4-minute walk from UNYP

Two completely renovated residential buildings, ideally located, just 100m from UNYP. Students can choose one of 73 single or double rooms. The area, size, and number of single and double bedrooms (2 beds) apartments vary. The capacity of both buildings is 25 apartments totaling up to 120 beds.

For detailed information, check their website: http://belgickaapartments.cz/

For reservations, please contact info@belgickaapartments.cz

DC REZIDENCE

30-35 minutes from UNYP by public transport (metro line C and bus connection)

Accommodation in single rooms in a renovated building, located in a quiet environment and providing students with all the services necessary for study and relaxation. DC Rezidence is part of a sport relaxation and gastronomic complex, which provides a wide range of services (restaurant, sports academy, wellness, laundry, etc.).

More information can be found at http://www.dcrezidence.cz/en/

Contact: recepce@dcrezidence.cz, and in copy: internationaloffice@unyp.cz

STUDENT HOUSE BOTIC (SHB)
15 minutes from UNYP by public transport (with tram connections)

Located in a residential area of Prague 10, SHB is close to public transportation and close to the city center and I. P. Pavlova area. It is a renovated residential building designed to accommodate 160 students in 92 rooms total: single, twin, and double. There are double rooms available for disabled persons.

The price includes all utilities (heating, water, electricity), 24/7 reception, high-speed internet, fridge in each room and common areas cleaning. Students are responsible for their room cleaning, possibility to arrange an extra charged room cleaning service.

Available in the building: kitchen for every 12 rooms, study rooms, storage room (bicycles, skis, etc.), fitness, student club, laundry, mailbox.

More information can be found at http://www.shbprague.com/

For reservations, please contact reception@shbprague.com

ZEITRAUM Student Housing

This provider offers dormitory style student housing that is easili accesible by public transportation. The housing is located in nice residential area of the city.

More information can be found at: https://students.zeitraum.re/en/locations/?city=prague

Please direct your questions to the UNYP Center for Global Engagement (cge@unyp.cz).

If you want to earn a Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctorate degree at UNYP, please review our Academic Programs or contact our Admissions team (admissions@unyp.cz).