Faculty of Social Sciences, Charles University (FSV UK)
Bachelor in History and Area Studies (HAS)
Prague, Czech Republic
Bachelor's degree
DURATION
3 years
LANGUAGES
English, Czech
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
30 Apr 2026*
EARLIEST START DATE
Oct 2026
TUITION FEES
EUR 5,000 / per year **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* The early-bird deadline is 28 February 2026. We strongly recommend this deadline to the applicants from the countries that need visa to stay in Czechia.
** the Faculty of Social Sciences offers a set of scholarships and fee reductions
Key Summary
History and Area Studies is an interdisciplinary study program that focuses on modern history, culture and politics with respect to the Czech Republic in Central European and global context. This program combines education in history and area studies with active training in the Czech language, ensuring you achieve fluency, cultural competence, historical knowledge, and social understanding of Central Europe.
The curriculum focuses both on education in modern history and area studies, and on Czech language education. The Czech language courses progress from the basic grammar and vocabulary to the upper-intermediate (B2) level of Czech that you will be able to reach by the end of your studies. Modern history and area studies mandatory courses will give you a broad overview of major topics in contemporary Central European history, culture, politics, and economics. You will then have a solid background for more in-depth study of selected topics in the elective courses where you can discuss the topics in Czech thanks to the rising language knowledge and skills.
We offer a wide range of scholarships, from development to merit-based scholarships.
As a HAS graduate, you’ll be well-prepared to become a highly skilled employee in civil service or diplomacy, NGOs, think-tanks, international institutions, private companies, or mass media. You’ll also be ready for various academic pursuits, possessing a wide range of knowledge and skills required in social science fields. You’ll understand current issues in their historical, societal, political, and cultural context, and analyze individual topics within your region of interest from a multidisciplinary perspective in social sciences and modern history. If you wish to continue your academic journey, you may pursue a Master’s degree at Charles University in either English or Czech, with Czech-language programs available free of charge.
Interdisciplinary study programs
We offer four BA and seventeen MA study programs which cover the broad spectrum of social sciences. On top of that, you can enrol in any course we teach, even outside of your study program.
Innovations
We keep pace with the latest trends in information technology in academic and scientific activities and so will you!
International reach
Studies at FSV UK can become even more international: choose from our double-degree and joint-degree study programs and exchange options, participate at international research projects and meet guest lectures from all around the world.
Inclusive environment
Diversity enriches our academic community and we strive to create a welcoming environment and to ensure equity for everyone.
Tradition
Charles University was established by the Holy Roman Emperor Charles IV in 1348.
Quality
Charles University is one of the top 100 universities in Europe and the top 2 % of universities worldwide.
Resources
Studying with us will give you access to university libraries, electronic resources, newest technologies and equipment.
Career advantage
Education at a highly esteemed institution means competitive advantages in the job market.