Information for term Film Studies
Application deadline, and cost information.
Overview
Click to OpenBring your film production, screenwriting, or film studies experience to Prague and become part of its rich filmmaking tradition that includes Miloš Forman, Agnieszka Holland, Emir Kusturica, and Jan Svěrák. Whether your focus is in production or screenwriting, you’ll choose from specially designed CIEE film courses and electives at the Prague Film and Television School of the Academy of Performing Arts (FAMU), one of the preeminent film schools in Central Europe. Classes are in English and include a two-week intensive Czech language course to facilitate cultural immersion. All courses are complemented with CIEE co-curricular activities and excursions beyond the city to enhance classroom learning and provide intercultural understanding.
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Unique Experiences
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with American and international film students at the preeminent Prague Film and Television School of the Academy of the Performing Arts (FAMU).
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to shoot, direct, or write with mentoring from European film professionals.
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from visits to Prague Barrandov film studios, and guest lectures by European directors, producers, cinematographers, and screenwriters.
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first year beer was brewed at the Benedictine Brevnov Monastery
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Location & Culture
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Your Destination
Cobblestone streets, ancient bridges, and a hilltop castle help lend the City of a Hundred Spires its reputation as one of the world’s most beautiful. Prague is unique in Europe, having shed its Communist past and brimming with carefully preserved monuments from every period and style in its millennial history. There’s plenty of quirky, too, like the Zizkov Tower adorned with climbing babies, and the distinctly nontraditional Dancing House. Easy to explore on foot, the city boasts a rich cultural life that includes concerts, festivals, operas, and more – many of which you can access on a student budget.
The Culture
EXCURSIONS & ACTIVITIES
- Get an inside look at Barrandov Film Studios – Hollywood of the East – and Hafan Animation Studio.
- Travel overnight to visit a film school or attend an international student film festival.
- Make your visit official by traversing the Charles Bridge, constructed to cross the Vltava River in 1357.
PROJECTS
- Join a language exchange program.
- Meet a Czech family.
- Participate in extracurricular activities designed to help students experience Prague.
- Live in Prague like a Czech student, with a Czech flat buddy to show you around, explain local customs, and organize weekly activities in politics, sport, film, music, and more.
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HOUSING
Apartments: Housing with Wi-Fi is included in the study abroad program fee. Students reside in CIEE administrated apartments which are located in buildings where other local residents live. In some apartments, students have a local Charles University student as a “flat buddy” – a roommate who helps CIEE with student activities and provides a bridge to the local culture. Kitchen and bathroom facilities are shared with apartment mates. CIEE apartments are located in various neighborhoods and require a maximum 30-minute commute to CIEE. Internet is provided.
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MEALS
Please note that meals are not included with this option.
Prague, Czech Republic Where You'll Study
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CIEE PRAGUE
Vyšehrad – 15 minutes from Old Town.
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Program Details
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The program detailsThe Film Studies program is designed for students with experience in film production, screenwriting, or film studies to hone their production and writing skills. Students choose either the production track or the screenwriting track. In the production track, students create a 16-mm film, including pre-production, production, and post production. In the screenwriting track, students begin a feature-length screenplay, completing its full treatment and writing about half of a first draft. (Note: CIEE reserves the right to combine tracks in the case of low enrollment.)
The Academy of Performing Arts (FAMU) is the preeminent film school in Central Europe and the 5th oldest film school in the world. Many influential filmmakers and screenwriters are FAMU alumni, including Stanislav Barabas and Oscar-winners Miloš Forman and Agnieszka Holland.
CIEE Prague is located within the Vyšehrad national monument, at the top of one of Prague’s highest hills, about 15 minutes from the Old Town area. It features classrooms, a library, student lounge, staff offices, café, and a large garden and patio area.
Academics
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Program Requirements
Production track: Overall GPA of 2.5 in an art-related major, preferably film. Demonstrate formal or informal experience with directing and use of digital/video camera. Sample in DVD/VHS converted format plus a Vimeo or YouTube link in a portfolio of recent work (maximum length 15’ per sample), and one or two storyboards/treatments for a short film to be shot in Prague. Recommendation letters from major department professors.
Screenwriting track: Overall GPA of 3.0 in art-related major. At least two courses in screenwriting or creative writing plus an original screenplay and proposals for two additional screenplays. Recommendation letters from major department professors.
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Curriculum
Program Credit
Total credit: 17 U.S. semester/25.5 quarter credits
Course Credit
- CIEE courses: 4 U.S. semester/6 quarter credits; 60 contact hours
- FAMU courses: typically 1.5-3 U.S. semester/2.25-4.5 quarter credits; 24-45 contact hours
Language of Instruction
English
Requirements
Students are required to take:
- Intensive Beginning Czech Language course for 3 U.S. credits.
- The two-week intensive (three to five hours per day) course provides students with basic skills needed to communicate daily. The course focuses on grammar, conversation, listening, and reading comprehension. The class continues on a weekly basis until the start of the pre-production period.
- Two required CIEE courses taught by FAMU faculty following a specific track (Production or Screenwriting).
- Six credits of FAMU Electives (to be selected during your on-site orientation).
Course Notes
Production Track
All students enroll in Topics in Production and Filmmaking Practicum and Mentorship courses.
Screenwriting Track
All students enroll in Feature Screenwriting and Script Analysis courses.
Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
Spring 2020 Courses
Click to OpenREQUIRED CIEE INTENSIVE LANGUAGE COURSE
REQUIRED CIEE COURSES: PRODUCTION TRACK
- FILM 3001 PRFS: Topics in Production
- FILM 3002 PRFS: Filmmaking Practicum and Mentorship
REQUIRED CIEE COURSES: SCREENWRITING TRACK
FAMU ELECTIVE COURSES: PRODUCTION AND SCREENWRITING TRACKS
The following is a sample list of CIEE-approved regular elective courses offered in English through FAMU. Production and Screenwriting track students must choose two to four of the following courses. The following courses are either 3 semester/4.5 quarter credit hours and 45 contact hours, or 1.5 semester / 2.25 quarter credit hours and 24 contact hours, unless otherwise indicated. Final course lists are given to students during orientation.
- Acting Theories 1, 2
- Central European Cinemas within the Context of the World Cinema
- Cinematographer’s Influence
- Circulating within the Post-Modern Cinematic Image (3 credits)
- Documentary: Connection Course
- Film Style and Form
- Filming the Unfilmable
- History of Animation
- History of Avangarde and Experimental Film
- Introduction to International Film/TV Producing
- Photographic Imaging
- Script Analysis 1
- Script Analysis 2
- Short Film Practical Analysis: Directing 1
- Soundtrack Aesthetics
- Surrealism
- The Realm of Montage 1
- Visual Theory 1, 2
FALL 2019 COURSES
Click to OpenREQUIRED CIEE INTENSIVE LANGUAGE COURSE
REQUIRED CIEE COURSES: PRODUCTION TRACK
- FILM 3001 PRFS: Topics in Production
- FILM 3002 PRFS: Filmmaking Practicum and Mentorship
REQUIRED CIEE COURSES: SCREENWRITING TRACK
FAMU ELECTIVE COURSES: PRODUCTION AND SCREENWRITING TRACKS
The following is a sample list of CIEE-approved regular elective courses offered in English through FAMU. Production and Screenwriting track students must choose two to four of the following courses. The following courses are either 3 semester/4.5 quarter credit hours and 45 contact hours, or 1.5 semester / 2.25 quarter credit hours and 24 contact hours, unless otherwise indicated. Final course lists are given to students during orientation.
ACTING THEORIES 1 (1.5 credits)
ACTING STUDIO (1.5 credits)
CINEMA DANCE (3 credits)
CENTRAL EUROPEAN CINEMAS WITHIN THE CONTEXT OF THE WORLD CINEMA (1.5 credits)
CINEMATOGRAPHER’S INFLUENCE (1.5 credits)
CIRCULATING WITHIN THE MODERN CINEMATIC IMAGE (3 credits)
DOCUMENTARY: CONNECTION COURSE (1.5 credits)
Film Style and Form (1.5 credits)
FILMING THE UNFILMABLE (1.5 credits)
HISTORY OF ANIMATION (1.5 credits)
INTRODUCTION TO INTL FILM/TV PRODUCING (1.5 credits)
PHOTOGRAPHIC IMAGING (1.5 credits)
SCRIPT ANALYSIS 1 (1.5 credits)
SHORT FILM PRACTICAL ANALYSIS: DIRECTING 1 (1.5 credits)
SOUNDTRACK AESTHETICS (1.5 credits)
THE REALM OF MONTAGE (1.5 credits)
VISUAL THEORY 1 (1.5 credits)
Scholarships
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CIEE offers more than $8 million in scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.
Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:
- Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
- Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
- CIEE Gilman Go Global Grant
To be considered, submit the CIEE Scholarships & Grants application within your CIEE program application. Learn more at the Scholarships & Grants section of our website.
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You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.
YOUR FEE INCLUDES:
- Tuition
- Housing
- Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
- Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
- Orientation – an introduction to Czech culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city
- Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
- Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
- Excursions and/or Study Tours
- Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext
- 24/7 emergency on-site support
No Hidden Fees
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| Fall 2019 17 weeks | Deadline Passed | Aug 27, 2019 | Dec 21, 2019 |
$20,450
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Program FeesCIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $17,058 ** Housing = $2,925 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $20,450Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $1,850 International Airfare = $1,200 † Local Transportation = $50 Books & Supplies = $100 Visa Fees = $125 Personal expenses = $2,200 Other = $145 Total Estimated Costs = $5,670Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students *** Meals vary by housing choice: Includes two meals per day for homestay students. No meals are included for students in apartments or residence halls. Additionally, students who opt for and are placed in single-occupancy rooms will be billed a supplemental fee of approximately $1000, 4-6 weeks after the program starts † round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure |
| Spring 2020 17 weeks | Sep 15, 2019 | Jan 14, 2020* | May 9, 2020* |
$21,150
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Program FeesCIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $17,758 ** Housing = $2,925 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $21,150Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $1,850 International Airfare = $1,200 † Local Transportation = $50 Books & Supplies = $100 Visa Fees = $125 Personal expenses = $2,200 Other = $145 Total Estimated Costs = $5,670Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students *** Meals vary by housing choice: Includes two meals per day for homestay students. No meals are included for students in apartments or residence halls. Additionally, students who opt for and are placed in single-occupancy rooms will be billed a supplemental fee of approximately $1000, 4-6 weeks after the program starts † round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure |
| Fall 2020 19 weeks | Apr 1, 2020 | Aug 10, 2020* | Dec 19, 2020* |
$21,150
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Program FeesCIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $17,758 ** Housing = $2,925 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $21,150Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students *** Meals vary by housing choice: Includes two meals per day for homestay students. No meals are included for students in apartments or residence halls. Additionally, students who opt for and are placed in single-occupancy rooms will be billed a supplemental fee of approximately $1000, 4-6 weeks after the program starts |
*Dates for this program are provided as tentative dates. Please consult with your study abroad advisor to confirm dates before purchasing your flights.
To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, ask your college or university study abroad advisor if your school charges additional fees for study abroad.
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Our Staff
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Will Barnard
Director
Will Barnard heads the CIEE Prague Center. Originally from the U.S., Will has lived and worked in the Czech Republic for over twenty years.
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Lenka Gomes
Housing Manager
Lenka is responsible for housing management, housing assignments, housing-related issues, and the Flat Buddy and Resident Assistant Programs.
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