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English for Academic Staff Summer School
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29 June – 3 July 2026
- Masaryk University Language Centre, Komenského nám. 2, Brno, Czech Republic
About the Course
Do you work in an international or intercultural university environment? Would you like to improve your English for professional and academic communication? Join our English for Academic Staff Summer School – a one-week course designed to help you communicate effectively in English at work, build confidence, and develop intercultural skills.
Why choose this summer school?
- Learn by doing – use English in authentic professional contexts
- Small groups for maximum speaking practice
- Practical and relevant topics for higher education staff
- Supportive atmosphere that encourages communication and learning
What can you expect?
Professional communication in English
- Practise using English in academic and workplace situations
- Develop your confidence in speaking, writing, and giving feedback
- Work on formality levels in both spoken and written communication
Language and skills development
- Expand and refine your vocabulary
- Improve listening and reading strategies
- Practise grammar and style for professional contexts
Intercultural and critical communication
- Explore intercultural communication in higher education
- Reflect on your communication style
- Strengthen your creative and critical thinking skills
Practical and engaging sessions
Each day includes interactive workshops, reflective discussions, and language practice sessions. You will have plenty of opportunities to engage, discuss, and collaborate with colleagues from other universities.
Experience Brno and Masaryk University
Beyond the classroom, discover Brno – a vibrant city known for its café culture, modern architecture, and welcoming atmosphere. The summer school is hosted by Masaryk University Language Centre, located in a beautiful Neo-Renaissance building at Komenského náměstí 2. Enjoy exploring the city, meeting colleagues from around the world, and taking part in activities such as the Brno Treasure Hunt and Networking Dinner.
Minimum level of English
B1+ Intermediate (CEFR)
This summer school is for academic, non-academic, administrative and technical university staff. To make sure everyone benefits from the course, participants should have at least a B1+ level of English according to the CEFR.
Check your English level here and please and let us know the result: https://www.cjv.muni.cz/en/placement-test
Course schedule
- Monday to Friday, 22 lessons / week
- Brno Treasure Hunt
- Networking Dinner
Certification
A) Certificate of Attendance
Participants who attend at least 80% of the sessions will receive a Masaryk University Language Centre Certificate of Attendance.
B) Microcredential
Participants who attend 100% of the sessions will receive the Microcredential.
DETAILED PROGRAMME WILL BE AVAILABLE BEFORE THE START
Important dates:
Application and payment deadline: 14 June 2026
Masaryk University Language Centre – the summer school venue
The programme will take place in the Masaryk University Building at Komenského náměstí 2, Brno, Czech Republic.
The Masaryk University Language Centre is based in the heart of Brno and the city’s cultural and social life is literally on its doorstep. Together with The Centre for International Cooperation, The Teiresias Support Centre for Students with Special Needs and The University Computer Centre with a non-stop service, the Language Centre is housed in a Neo-Renaissance building, opened originally for the German University of Technology in 1860. Today, the building offers state-of-the-art teaching and learning resources and facilities to Masaryk University students and staff-members.
Brno, Masaryk University, Language Centre
Brno is the capital of Moravia and the second largest city of the Czech Republic. It is mostly known for its modernist architecture, rapidly expanding high tech-sector, café culture and the reputation for the highest quality of life in the country. Brno is also home to six public universities. Masaryk University (www.muni.cz), the second-largest university in the Czech Republic, is the leading Higher Education institution in the region. The Masaryk University Language Centre (www.cjv.muni.cz), the largest language centre in the country, provides language and communication focused services and support to the whole university. It enhances international collaboration and continuous exchange of knowledge, ideas and information on a worldwide scale.
For further information, please email our team at summerschools@cjv.muni.cz or check our section of Frequently Asked Questions about summer schools.
| Level |
B1+ Intermediate (CEFR) |
| Language of instruction |
English |
| When | 29 June – 3 July 2026 |
| Duration |
Monday to Friday, 22 lessons / week |
| Time |
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| Participants | public, MU employees |
| Lecturer |
CJV lecturers |
| Price |
490 EUR |
The fee includes tuition, course materials, coffee breaks and the Summer School Dinner.
Participants can apply for ERASMUS+ funding.
Participants can apply for ERASMUS+ funding.