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Czech Republic’s Ten Beautiful Places to Visit

April 22nd, 2011 4:33 am

The Czech Republic is a country located in Central Europe. It is bordered by Germany, Austria, Poland, and Slovakia. This country is further divided into three regions; namely, Bohemia, Moravia, and Silesia. The Czech Republic has lots to offer its visitors, and here are the ten beautiful places that are a must-see in this country.

1.) The Prague Castle

This is recognized by the Guinness World of Records as the largest and oldest castle in the whole wide world. This is a very impressive castle that seems to be guarding the city below. You can also see here the St. Vitus Cathedral as well as other smaller palaces.

2.) Charles Bridge

This is only one of the many bridges in Vltava. It was constructed during the 14th century and is considered as oe of the most stunning bridges in Prague. During the day, it is nice to stroll along the Charles Bridge and get to enjoy the many stores and restaurants and bars that are located here.

3.) The Old Town

If you want to see what an ancient town looks like, then visit The Old Town. This is also considered as Prague’s historical center as it houses a lot of historical buildings as well as monuments, the most popular of which is the Astronomical Clock or the Orloj. There are also a lot of historical churches that you can visit here.

3.) Josefov

This historical Jewish ghetto is a must-visit place. Here, you will get to see old synagogues that are well maintained, and you will also see here the Jewish Cemetery, thought of as the oldest cemetery in Europe. There is also a burial site that you can visit which is said to be Prague Golem’s.

4.) New Town of Prague

Its main tourist spot is the Wenceslas Square where you will get to enjoy shops and restaurants as well as little stalls. You can also visit the National Museum. Along the Boulevard, you will also see parks as well as arcades and modern discos as well as new buildings.

5.) The Lesser Town

What this offers is picturesque views of streets and old churches. The most popular church is the St. Nicholas Church. You can also see the famous Lennon Wall here.

6.) City Center of Brno

If you want to see more historical buildings, then go on to the City Center of Brno. Here, you will surely enjoy the sights of its old churches as well as theaters. You are also going to see here numerous sculptures as well as fountains as you walk along its streets.

7.) Spilberk Castle

This castle/fortress is located in Brno and used to be a famous notorious prison where a lot of people were tormented and tortured during the Austro-Hungarian Empire era. Now, it houses a museum as well as a restaurant to dine in. There is also a park that offers wonderful sights which you can visit.

8.) Vankovka Gallery

If you are fond of shopping, then go on to the Vankovka Gallery. This used to be an industrial center but was later converted to a big shopping center. You can still see some historical industrial buildings here and, at the same time, shop till you drop.

9.) Cesky Krumlov State Castle and Chateau

This is one of the famous tourist destinations in Krumlov. Here, you will see the castle complex and even explore it for free. If you want to see its interiors, then there is the paid guided tour for you to choose.

10.) Namesti Svobody

This is also called the Freedom Square. This is the place where most cultural events are held. So if you want to see a cultural event, then head on to Namesti Svobody.

Medical Degree Courses in the Czech Republic

June 16th, 2010 4:03 am

In any country around the world there is always a higher demand for doctors, vets and dentists than supply. These noble, rewarding professions are however, amongst the hardest to train for.

The lack of medical degree graduates is not due to the number of students capable or willing to gain relevant qualifications but a bottleneck in the academic system prevents students from taking degrees because of a lack of places or because the academic requirements are set too high. In some cases capable students do not have the relevant ‘A’ Levels to progress directly to a medical degree and although this is a setback for many students there is no need for it to be the final word. If the Universities in your country are unable to provide you with a place on a degree course you may still be able to study for the same qualification abroad.

English Medical Degree Courses

The Czech Republic is world renowned for its academic excellence and the widespread ability of the general population to speak English. Their
Universities provide an excellent opportunity for students from other countries to study medical degree courses in English.

A number of their Universities run courses which are taught in English, over the course of six years and in some cases, where the relevant
experience can be demonstrated it is possible to gain the degree in five years.

Degree Course Entry Requirements

Candidates with ‘A’ level qualifications in Chemistry, Biology and Physics, wishing to study medical degree courses in the Czech Republic are subject to an initial written exam. This is moderated by senior members of the faculties from the Universities offering admissions. If a student has a related ‘A’ Level such as Mathematics instead of one of the sciences and wishes to apply, they must prove in an interview situation that they can demonstrate satisfactory knowledge. These exams are held twice per year, once in June and again in August/September. Some colleges also offer a two week intensive revision course for students to prepare.

Czech Universities offering Medical Degrees to International Students

Currently two Universities in the Czech Republic are admitting international students for medical degree courses. The Charles University, in Prague is one of the top universities in the Czech Republic and the Masaryk University in Brno is one of the most modern.As part of the degree you will need to learn conversational Czech, to be enable you to consult with patients during work experience in the Czech Republic.

Students without any of the relevant ‘A’ Levels can still study for medical degrees by taking a foundation course, which is typically a year long and is equivalent to the first year of a degree course.

British General Medical Council Recognition

Graduates from these universities will be endorsed by the British General Medical Council provided they are E.U. citizens. These qualifications are also recognised in the U.S.A, Africa, Asia and the Middle East.

If you would like to study medicine or dentistry and have found it difficult to secure a place in a university in your own country, it is possible to study abroad, so why not take a look at studying for your medical degree in one of the most picturesque countries in the world with a reputed history for academic excellence.