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Prague, Czech Republic
Summer in Prague






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About Summer in Prague

Explore your interests and discover new passions in the lively and affordable European capital city of Prague. With easy access to surrounding countries, Prague is perfectly positioned for a wide range of academic opportunities as well as travels, making it the ideal location for your summer abroad. The start-up culture of the city lends itself to class topics in computer science, business, and cybersecurity, plus Session 2 participants may select from an array of Prague College classes.
During your Summer in Prague, customize your study abroad experience by taking a single class during the four-week Session 1 or take a single class at Prague College during the four-week Session 2. You can also extend your studies by enrolling in both Session 1 and Session 2. Combine study with an internship by enrolling in Summer in Prague Session 1 followed by the eight-week Summer Internship in Prague program.
Academics at Summer in Prague
During your Summer in Prague, customize your study abroad experience by taking a single class during the four-week Session 1 or take a single class at Prague College during the four-week Session 2. You can also extend your studies by enrolling in both Session 1 and Session 2. Combine study with an internship by enrolling in Summer in Prague Session 1 followed by the eight-week Summer Internship in Prague program.
SESSION 1 CLASSES
Issues in Cybersecurity in Start-ups
The information age, with the emergence and spread of advanced communication technologies, contributes to significant changes in culture, politics, and society, and most recently has transformed the world of warfare. This class reviews the cyber area from two perspectives: acts of cyber warfare by state-sponsored hackers and acts of resistance by ideological hackers. Students will examine issues of industrial espionage and consider how cybercrime can impact start-ups. By the end of the class, students will understand critical differences between cyber and traditional warfare and be able to evaluate strategies for protecting their innovations and companies. (3 U.S. semester credit hours)
Project Team Management in Innovation Companies
Team management, leadership, and project management concepts are examined in this class within the context of entrepreneurship and innovation, with a focus on preparing students to lead successful projects in organizations. Students will assess and implement methods for project planning, management, and control while integrating classic project management with newer approaches such as agile methodology. The class will explore tools for setting up project teams, means to motivate team members, strategies, and work processes for effective communication, and managing discussions and making decisions in a project environment that is aimed to produce a new product or service. (3 U.S. semester credit hours)
SESSION 2 CLASSES
Through IFSA’s partnership with Prague College, you can enroll alongside students from around the world in featured classes from the schools of Business, Art & Design, and Media & Information Technology. Past offerings are listed below.
- Culture, Values, and Business
- Digital Photography
- Financial Crime
- Inclusion and Diversity in the Workplace
- Morality, Business, and Society
- Studio Painting
- Understanding and Leading Change
- Web Design and Development
After you return to the U.S., IFSA will send an official Butler University transcript to your home university with your coursework converted to the U.S. credit system. You will also have access to an unofficial transcript in your IFSA Student Portal. The transcript reflects courses taken, credits attempted, and grades earned during your term abroad. This service is included in your study abroad program at no additional cost.
Excursions

Program activities are designed to enhance your intercultural competence by developing your understanding of the local culture and people. They are optional, but they are included in your total program fee. Activities vary each term based on availability, but previous events have included:
- Tour of Historic Prague: Let yourself be smitten by the beautiful historic downtown and learn about the story of a nation throughout 700 years of history.
- Farmer’s Market: Join the social event of Saturday market shopping among locals, partly guided, partly for you to explore the smells, sounds, shapes, and colors of local products. And, of course, there’ll be a tasting!
- Prague’s Story through Architecture: Your first dip into the local history will prepare you for wandering the streets of Prague with new appreciation and cultural awareness.
- Cookout with Czech Peers: It is hard to meet Czechs among the tourist crowds of summertime. This activity is a great opportunity for you to do just that – and get a few tips and insights from locals. Plus, you’ll fall in love with chlebíčky (open-faced sandwiches).
- Karlštejn Castle Tour: Just an hour outside of Prague, explore this jewel of a 14th century gothic castle and spend the day enjoying the countryside.
- Scenic Brewery Visit: Enjoy a short hike in Prague’s countryside to visit a brewery and tour one of the stars of the traditional beer-making industry (Únětice)!
Day-To-Day Experience
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What Our Students Say
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“I chose IFSA because I was able to participate in computer science courses with a tight-knit group in a beautiful, central, and historic city. I also expanded my network with a professional internship. IFSA sets students up to be successful!“
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