Academic Calendar & Organization of Study

The academic year is divided into two semesters. Each semester is 13 weeks long. Winter semester starts in late September; in the last week before Christmas there are no classes because it is a “credit week”, which is one week of mostly written tests which are either a completion of the courses themselves or a prerequisite of registering for an oral exam in the exam period. The exam period goes on through January until mid-February. The summer semester runs from mid-February to mid-May. The last week is again a credit week, with the exam period lasting until the end of June.

The academic year starts on 1 September 2024 and ends on 31 August 2025. The winter semester classes end before Christmas. Exams are scheduled throughout January. The summer semester begins in the middle of February and classes end in the middle of May with exams continuing until the end of June. With approval from respective departments, students can take examinations also before the official examination period

Public holidays in the Czech Republic are days of national significance and are observed by the government and businesses throughout the country. These holidays are an important part of Czech culture and are usually associated with religious, historical, or cultural events.

On these days, some of the government offices, banks, schools, and many businesses are closed, and public transportation operates on a reduced schedule. Many Czechs use these days as an opportunity to spend time with family and friends, attend church services or cultural events, or participate in traditional celebrations.

Overall, public holidays in the Czech Republic play an important role in preserving the country's cultural heritage and provide an opportunity for Czechs to come together to celebrate and reflect on their history and traditions.