Have you ever dreamt of studying abroad in a country steeped in history, with charming towns, delicious food, and vibrant culture, all conveniently located in the heart of Europe? Look no further than the Czech Republic!
On April 17th, College of Liberal Arts was joined by Ms. Leila Inštitorisová, the International Relations Officer from the Faculty of Arts at Masaryk University, to tell us all about Czech Republic and Masaryk University.
Czech Republic serves as a great location for exploring Europe. According to Ms. Inštitorisová, the Czech Republic boasts a prime location, bordering Germany, Austria, Poland, and Slovakia. It is a student-friendly country with affordable living cost and vibrant culture. But the Czech Republic isn’t just about stunning landscapes. It’s also famous for its love of a good drink, which is BEER! They even have beer marathon! In addition to beer, Czech Republic is also rich with artistic tradition, specializes in crystal making and glass making.
After sharing a brief overview of Czech Republic with our students, Ms. Inštitorisová shifted her focus to Masaryk University which is also a partner institution with College of Liberal Arts, NTNU. The Faculty of Arts at Masaryk University offers a wide range of programs in Philology, Historical Sciences, General Theory and History of Arts and Culture, and etc. There are 33 departments under the Faculty of Arts with more than 300 courses taught in English and 150+ foreign teachers each year! What is more, Ms. Inštitorisová also delved into the exchange student application process, clarifying visa applications, the helpful learning buddy system, and many other services designed to support international students.
Lastly, Ms. Inštitorisová shared a bunch of souvenirs from Masaryk University with our students, and they all enjoyed taking some! According to one of the participants, she said this is the most detailed cross cultural sharing that she has ever had! So, what are you waiting for? Start Czeching your adventure list now and feel free to join our series events at College of Liberal Arts!
