Professional Qualification for Teaching English in Czech Secondary Schools

The purpose of this programme is to establish and deepen knowledge and skills in the pedagogical, psychological, and methodological aspects of teaching and learning; and to use newly-gained knowledge and skills effectively in the teaching process.

It is intended for those who have completed a Master’s degree in a non-teaching specialization and whose minimum level of English is assessed at C1 according to the European Framework of Reference for Languages. The programme is meant to supplement professional qualifications for teaching English at the second stage of primary schools and at secondary schools.

This life-long learning programme is taught in Czech and accredited by the Czech Ministry of Education as part of the Further Education of Teachers framework (DVPP) to provide the minimum qualification for teaching English as a foreign language in the Czech school system.

Programme Essentials

Work closely with highly experienced lecturers
Gain real teaching experience with our long-standing partner AKCENT International House
Study in an international environment where English is the primary language
Further your teaching career in the Czech Republic, or;
Access career opportunities all over the world, supported by your education and practice as an English language teacher
Explore work and internship opportunities via the PCU Industry Network
Participate in interdisciplinary projects with other PCU Schools and industry partners
Expand your knowledge through the Excellence in Learning and Teaching lecture series

"Na PCU se mi líbí efektivní způsob výuky kombinací prezenční a distanční výuky. Distanční část je poměrně náročná – vypracování všech úkolů v termínu, samostudium apod., ale vyučující jsou velmi vstřícní a snaží se poradit. Dále se mi líbí hodně příkladů z praxe, které se ve výuce uvádí, obecně vyučující jsou velmi kvalitní.

Rozhodně nelituji, že jsem se k DPS přihlásila, mám praxi 16 let jako personální manažerka, rozhodla jsem se tedy připravit na změnu své kariéry po dokončení studia na PCU. Informační systém IS je uživatelsky přívětivý, jsou tam všechny potřebné materiály ke studiu. Obecně jako každý studen DPS mám největší problém se skloubením zaměstnání, rodiny a studijních povinností. Studium DPS mě ale velmi baví, zajímají mě nejvíce předměty Pedagogiky a Linguodidaktiky."

Ing. Jitka Jarůšková, studentka programu

Zdenek Starý is Rektor of Czech University Accreditation and Programmes, and Dean of the School of Education. He also pursues his own professional and educational interests in general linguistics. Zdeněk teaches general linguistics, focusing on language structure and issues of cognitive linguistics (undergraduate and graduate level); and tutors PhD linguistics students. Zdeněk holds a CSc. degree in General Linguistics (Charles University) and MA degrees in Czech Studies, Aesthetics and Mathematics (Charles University).

Did you know that teaching practice is a key component of the Bachelor’s programme at PCU? Students receive 480 hours of teaching practice over the three-year programme through staged and progressively more challenging teaching scenarios.

Already in the first semester, student teachers begin to test themselves in the classroom, with feedback and constructive guidance given by experienced educators in a friendly environment. Teaching practice takes place in small groups, allowing the student teacher to translate the skills and theory learned in individual modules into reality through actual classroom teaching. Student teachers also have the opportunity to observe expert educators, and receive in-depth feedback and practice strategies, all of which are important factors in their own growth as teachers.

Entry Requirements

Confirmation of completed Master’s degree
English language certificate C1 level, corresponding with standardized tests such as Cambridge English (Advanced level) (CAE); Cambridge English (Business Higher); IELTS grades 6.5 - 7 (Academic), General Czech State Language Exam. If you do not have this certification, your linguistic competencies will be assessed instead as part of the interview process.
For all programmes at Prague City University there is a final interview between the applicant and the Programme Leader before the final decision on admission is made.