The CECS program focuses on the region composed of Germany, Austria and the Visegrad countries (the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland and Hungary) with an overlap onto neighbouring countries. It offers a thorough comparative and multidisciplinary understanding of the historical, political, economic and cultural developments of the above-listed countries. The program is offered either in the form of a full-time program of study or as part-time study (optimised for working people with classes on Friday afternoons).

This program in Balkan, Eurasian and Central European Studies provides a deep and versatile exploration of “the East”, understood as the territory composed of Central Europe, the Balkan peninsula, and the countries of the former Soviet Union, including those in the Caucasus and Central Asia. The main attention is paid to modern history, politics and diplomacy, as well as to fundamental social, cultural and economic problems. The program also offers students the chance to learn or improve their knowledge of the Czech language and some other languages of the area.

The application process for the academic year 2018/2019 started on the 1^st of November 2017. The early admissions deadline for academic year 2018/19 is 28^th of February 2018. The early admissions deadline is strongly recommended for students from non-EU or non-EFTA countries who will need a student visa in order to study in the Czech Republic. The regular deadline for academic year 2018/19 is 30^th of April 2018.

Please find more information in the following link: http://prareas.fsv.cuni.cz/