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Where to Live in Prague: A Student’s Guide to Finding the Perfect Neighborhood

Choosing where to live in Prague is one of the most exciting parts of starting your studies here, but it can also be overwhelming. Whether looking…

Overcoming Culture Shock: My Experience as an International Student

Walking through a new city can be overwhelming. You hear unfamiliar languages around you, see signs and symbols you can’t understand, and feel a wave…

Smart Packing for a Fresh Start: Must-Haves for Moving Abroad

Moving abroad for the first time can be exciting, but let's be honest - it can also be a bit overwhelming. One of the trickiest parts? Figuring out…

Merry Expat Christmas: Finding Home Away from Home

As a student living abroad, celebrating Christmas can be a bittersweet experience. For the past two years, I've been far from the familiar warmth of…

Study, Play, and Connect: How to Keep Your Passion for Music Alive and Make New Friends in Czechia!

Are you leaving your home country to study in Czechia and wondering if you'll still be able to pursue your passion for music? Would you like to know…

Balancing Academics and Social Life: Tips for Students

Hey there, student friends! We all know that juggling studies and social life can be tricky, but it does not have to be overwhelming. Here are some…

Dorms, Flats, and Roommates: Adulting 101 in Prague

So, you've made the giant leap. You've been accepted to your university in Prague, you've registered, and you've already read my posts on the…

Are you a disabled individual? So am I!

Being a disabled student in Prague has been an adventure, but it’s one that’s pushed me to grow in ways I never expected. I have a long list of…

Exploring Czechia: Culture, Fun, and Everything In Between

Czechia may have a reputation for its amazing, old universities that look a bit like Hogwarts, but this country is also big on work-life balance. If…

I’m not homesick! I’m fine!

Moving to a new country or even a different continent and time zone comes with its own set of challenges. But, let’s be honest, one of the hardest…

An oddly specific thought very useful survival guide for Czechia!

When living in Czechia, a few must-haves will save you from all kinds of unexpected chaos. Trust me, you'll want these essentials on hand: Umbrella:…

Time Management: How Many Courses Should You Take?

Balancing your course load and personal life is essential when studying in Czechia (or anywhere). Trust me, you don't want to make the mistake I did…

Czechia Summer Guide

Are you spending your summer in Czechia and are torn about what to do? This blog will be a simple and straightforward guide for students (and…

A student's guide to living on a budget

Starting university in a foreign country came with many firsts for me. It was my first time living apart from my family, relocating to a different…

Medical students visit to an orphanage

Click. A few seconds later, a message appeared on the screen. 'Thank you! You have been registered successfully.’ I had just made a last-minute…

My Internship at the Czech Academy of Sciences

It has been hectic lately. I’m in the last semester of my Bachelor's studies, which means I am juggling many responsibilities - writing my final…

Conquering the Final State Exam in Czechia

After I enrolled for my Master's in Czechia, I heard from my other colleagues that the culmination of our degree is not only composed of our thesis…

Unlocking Wellness: Simple and Healthy Practices in Czech Living

Health is one aspect of life that profoundly impacts our overall well-being. I am glad to say that I have never been seriously sick during my stay…

Sustainable lifestyle as a student

Navigating student life in Czechia, we are faced with choices that extend beyond textbooks and exams. The dormitories, classrooms, and communal…

Pros and cons: Apartment vs Dormitories

Dormitory or apartment? This question is at the forefront of many students' minds when they start searching for accommodation in Czechia. Some,…

Embracing winter in Czechia

Winter in Czechia offers a mix of chilly temperatures, festive traditions, and opportunities for indoor activities that promote academic and personal…

Dashing Through the Snow: A First-Time Experience

The moment I first glimpsed the snow-cloaked streets of Czechia, I knew I was about to embark on an adventure unlike any other. I was filled with a…

Transportation system: afordable, clean, safe and on time

The transportation system in Czechia is one of the best in Europe. It is clean, perfectly on time and affordable (especially for students!). It is…

CZEDUCON 2023 - Alumni Talks: A Symphony of Global Experience

In the heart of Brno, CZEDUCON 2023 unfolded as a tapestry of global experiences, with Anjanette, Stuart, and Novinta taking centre stage to share…

Autumn in Czechia: A Symphony of Colors and Atmosphere

As summer transitions into autumn, Czechia undergoes a breathtaking transformation. The once lush green landscapes and trees turn into a stunning…

Happy World Vegan Day!

One of the cultural shocks that may hit one the hardest after moving abroad can be food. Exploring and experiencing a new country and its culture for…

Tips for studying more efficiently

‘Study smarter, not harder’. I’m sure we have all heard this phrase countless times. But what does it mean? Initially, I would automatically…

Czech National Holiday on October 28: Czechoslovak Independence Day

Czech National Holiday on October 28: Czechoslovak Independence Day Czechia is a country that preserves a rich history and traditions, and one of…

Life Hacks for Students in Prague

Prague is definitely a student-friendly city. It promises an affordable lifestyle, especially for students! This blog will tell you all life hacks…

Packing for Czechia

Did you get accepted to a university and you are going to Czechia soon? While you may already have an idea of what you will bring, here are some…

Building on Czech roots: how to get in touch with Czech language when you’re abroad

Getting in touch with the Czech language and culture while being abroad is not always easy. You might like to follow one of 26 Czech Centres, use…

Prague’s Best Study Cafes & Libraries

Are you a student studying in Prague & cannot focus at home? Well, this perfectly describes me. Throughout the past two years, I researched, read,…

Nature Gateways for Students in Prague

Unquestionably, June to August is the most stressful for Czech university students. As lectures wind down between late May & early June, this period…

Check List Before Leaving for Your Summer Holidays

Exam season is slowly creeping upon us, and a ruthless concoction of stress and anxiety seems to run rampant in the air. In times like these, you…

Building Up My Resume: Conference Volunteering

Ahoj! As a tribute to my last blog, “Studying in Czechia: Seizing the Possibilities,” I’d like to delve deeper into a volunteering opportunity I had…

Five Things I Wish I Knew Before Starting University

I still remember how daunting the first day at university was. On the way to class, I was so pumped. I was going to be an international student. That…

Studying in Czechia: Seizing the Possibilities

One thing I love about studying in Czechia is the endless possibilities for creating positive change. While it is a democratic country with a free…

My Ramadan in Czechia

In the holy month of Ramadan, Muslims worldwide embark on a spiritual journey of fasting, prayer, and reflection. For some Muslim students, this is…

Finding Balance

Rovnováha. Něco, čeho se všichni snažíme ze všech sil dosáhnout, ale nějak se nám to vždy nedaří. Abyste dosáhli úrovně odhodlání a obětavosti,…

How to Gain Mental Strength

Četli jste můj poslední blog o bojích s duševním zdravím v akademické sféře? Stručně řečeno, otevřel jsem se o tom, že jsem se stal obětí (podle mě…

How to Choose (& Succeed in) Your Courses

Výběr kurzů je to, z čeho jsem byl při podávání přihlášky na univerzitu nejvíce nadšený – viděl jsem, že mohu studovat cokoli od technologií po…

What I love about being an international student in Czechia

I love many things as an international student in Czechia. Since arriving here, I have come to call Czechia my second home, and I believe it was wise…

Prague transportation guide

Prague is notorious for being one of the safest & beautiful cities in the world. However, it is also known for a sophisticated & simple…

How to survive winter for beginners

Starting with the fact that I never saw snow before coming to Czechia, you can assume I come from a warm country. Therefore, I was not mentally nor…

Prague’s Best Study Cafes

I fell in love with studying in cafes during my semester abroad in Seoul, South Korea. A change in scenery & caffeine became essentials to a…

Studying in a smaller city as a foreign student

For many people, living or studying in a bigger or in a capital city seems to be more fascinating due to the enriching city atmosphere and its…

University of West Bohemia

With 26 public universities, two state universities and many private ones, the Czech Republic offers a wide range of options to choose from. So we…

Distance learning

Nový akademický rok je v plném proudu. Přesto je pandemie i nadále neúprosná. Musím přiznat, že v tuto chvíli tady v Česku, kde se zavádějí přísnější…

Masaryk University & Mendel University

V České republice jsem úspěšně dokončila bakalářské studium a jsem na cestě k ukončení i magisterského studia. Byl jsem studentem obou významných…

Big or small city?

Vsadím se, že když slyšíte někoho mluvit o České republice, vaše první asociace je Praha. Praha je bezpochyby krásné město se staletou historií a…

Studying and working in the Czech Republic

Pokud jste něco jako já, budete si chtít vydělat a možná ušetřit nějaké peníze navíc, i když budete studovat univerzitní program na plný úvazek. To…

How to stay on budget

"How much it will cost?" - One of the primary questions for the majority of international students who are planning to study in Czech. We all came…

Perfect Places to Study at for Exams in Brno

Druhé největší město České republiky, Brno, je známé tím, že je domovem mnoha vysokoškolských studentů. Mnoho studentů z Česka, ale i studentů z…

The education system here is more practical

Shantanu pochází z Indie, v současné době dokončuje doktorské studium organické chemie na Univerzitě Tomáše Bati ve Zlíně. 1. Co vás vedlo k…

The university's e-learning system was great!

Seng pochází z Kambodže a v červnu 2017 dokončil magisterské studium v oboru financí na Provozně správní fakultě Masarykovy univerzity. Přečtěte si o…