Snapshot

Minimum GPA: 3.00

Terms and Dates:

  • Fall 2025
    August 21, 2025 to December 18, 2025
  • Spring 2026
    January 15, 2026 to May 14, 2026
  • Fall 2026

Advisor:

Brianna Brown

Cornell Affiliations:

Global Learning

Off-campus partner:

CET Academic Programs

Website:

CET Film Production in Prague

Overview

Some prior knowledge of film is recommended.

Not all programs open in the second round of applications

Opportunity Description

Learn more about the application process and deadlines for each round.

Take hands-on courses and workshops at one of the world's finest film academies, FAMU, the Film and Television School of the Academy of Performing Arts in Prague.

What is unique about this program?

Produce and direct your own stories on 16mm or 35mm film. Take hands-on courses and workshops at one of the world's finest film academies, FAMU, the Film and Television School of the Academy of Performing Arts in Prague. You'll participate in all aspects of filmmaking: directing, cinematography, screenwriting, and editing. The program is open to challenge-seeking students who are excited to collaborate with peers and mentors.

Create Your Own Film. Live in Prague While You're At It.

  • Hands-on courses and workshops with faculty mentors
  • Based at FAMU, the Film and Television School of the Academy of Performing Arts in Prague
  • Collaboration in small groups with Czech students, international students, and CET peers
  • Documentary option for fall students
  • 35mm option for advanced fall students
  • Courses taught in English
  • No language prerequisite, but previous film experience, such as coursework in film production, is strongly encouraged

What is unique about Prague?

Enjoy living in the “world’s most beautiful city,” as named by TimeOut magazine in 2021. Prague’s central location means easy access to the rest of Europe. Cobblestone streets, medieval bridges, and a castle overlooking dozens of churches, squares, and green spaces all contribute to the “City of a Hundred Spires” being recognized as one of the world’s most beautiful cities. Having shed its communist past and brimming with carefully preserved monuments from every period and style in its millennial history, Prague is a truly unique European city.

How do I learn about CET?

  • Browse their Student Voices page to learn more about CET from first-hand experiences
  • Check out CET's Diversity and Inclusion page to learn more about resources by program and D&E scholarships

Things to Consider Before Applying

  • Review the information on the Education Abroad Office’s Get Started page for important considerations on academics and finances, and a guide to next steps
  • Find answers on the Education Abroad website for Cornell study abroad policy, health, and safety updates
  • Connect with past participants to learn more about the on-site experience.
  • Still have questions?  Visit the Get Advice page and learn how to connect with an Education Abroad Advisor
  • Want to keep up to date with Cornellians Abroad? Follow Education Abroad on social media, @Global_Cornell

How do I apply?

Applying to study abroad is a two-step process. For more information, visit Apply for Semester and Year on the Education Abroad website. 

  1. For Cornell Approval, click on the "Apply" button on this webpage. Applications are reviewed by Education Abroad. See timeline. Students who secure a space follow Step 2. 

  1. For Program Admission, complete an external application directly on the program’s webpage, using the link in the “Snapshot” section on this page by the external deadline. (Note: This deadline will differ from the general Cornell deadline for approval.)