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A beautiful view of Prague.

Through the AU Abroad Prague Film Production Enclave Program, administered in conjunction with the AU School of Communications, students have the opportunity to study in one of the most dynamic and compelling cities in Europe. Under the program, students gain the tremendous opportunity to study at the world-renowned FAMU film school in downtown Prague. Students earn a full semester of AU credit in classes taught in English.

You are sure to find inspiration in the architectural and historic delights of this 1,000 year-old golden city - a city known to be one of the most beautiful in the world. Built on seven hills and spanning the winding Vltava River, Prague offers enchanting views from all of its districts, from Hradcany, the castle district with its palaces, museums, and churches to "New Town," Nove Mesto, which was founded in the mid-1300s and now houses many museums, theatres, and concert halls.

Established in 1991, in cooperation with the School of Communciation at American University, FAMU celebrates over 60 years as one of Europe’s oldest and finest Film Academies. The continued success of FAMU’s academic programs are based on the Mentor-Apprenticeship system, where the students learn from the masters in a Conservatory-style environment.

Located in a cultural landmark, the Lazansky Palace, in the center of Prague, FAMU has played an integral role in Czech cultural history for the last 60 years, fostering the New Wave of the 60s, and serving as a headquarters for the student-led Velvet Revolution that concluded the Cold War.