Summer Schools at Palacky University Olomouc

The Summer Schools of Palacký University Olomouc are back! In the summer of 2024, we aim to open our doors once again for students from all over the world who want to broaden their horizons and discover Central Europe.

This summer, we offer the following:

1. Contested Heart of Europe: Central Europe’s Turbulent Past (12 July – 11 August 2024)

Price: 2400 EUR

ECTS credits: 6

1) Middle Ages: Christianisation between the East and the West, medieval religious institutions, Hussite movement and its impact

2) Early modern times: The reformation and religious wars, Baroque culture, witch-hunts

3) Nineteenth and twentieth centuries: nations and empires, Napoleonic wars, nationalism, WW1 and its aftermath

4) WW2, Shoah, Cold War

Learn more: Contested Heart of Europe: Central Europe’s Turbulent Past: Palacký University Olomouc (upol.cz)

2. Brewing Beer (13–19 July 2024)

Price: 1400 EUR

ECTS credits: 3

The summer school is divided into 4 separate tracks.

In the first one, participants will learn basic information about the history of beer, individual ingredients, recipe development and brewing.

The second part of the school focuses on the analytical control of water for brewing purposes, malt and microbiology.

The third part focuses on the actual brewing of beer step by step.

In the final phase of the school, participants will learn about bottling and bottling procedures, sensory analysis of beer defects and sensory evaluation of beer samples according to the Beer Judge Certificate Program (BJCP).

Requirements for students

B2 English (according to CEFR)

Learn more: Brewing Beer: Palacký University Olomouc (upol.cz)

3. Drama Therapy (12 July – 11 August 2024)

Price: 1750 EUR

ECTS credits: 6

The summer school with a focus on dramatherapy is based on the principles of experience and self-experience.

Over the course of three weeks, participants have the opportunity to learn about the principles of dramatic reality, role-playing, the holistic concept of some dramatherapy approaches, and the specific concept of playspace. The course emphasizes embodiment and therefore the experience of experience through active acting, play and also the concept of flow.

The first week of class is primarily focused on building trust in the group, cohesion, as well as dramatic play and active improvisation. Working with the body, stage movement and body expression will also be a central tool.

In the second week we will focus more on specific drama therapy approaches and their resources. Participants will have the opportunity to experience developmentally oriented approaches in dramatherapy such as role work and its holistic design.

The third week then focuses on specific dramatherapy resources such as puppets, mask and more. Closure and ritual will also be part of the process. The course will also emphasize the theoretical basis of dramatherapy where the different activities will be framed.

Requirements for students:

A prerequisite for successful completion of the course is active participation in the process, discussion, self-reflection, and a final evaluation of your process along with an overview of the theoretical basis of dramatherapy.

B1–B2 English (according to CEFR)

Learn more: Drama Therapy: Palacký University Olomouc (upol.cz)

4. CREAM - Creative Audiovisual media (12 July – 11 August 2024)

Price: 1800 EUR

ECTS credits: 8

We will introduce you to the world of the audio-visual world, help you to shoot and cut the video, create a short animation, advise you on how to record post-synchronization or teach you how to edit the sound for the first part of a podcast on your favourite topic.

The CREAM summer school provides a combination of lectures on the Czech media, media reflection theory and research, and a workshop on audio-visual media.

Participants will develop practical skills in creating various formats of media content via hands-on experience and project-based learning. Instructors and guest speakers with expertise in audio, animation, and photography will provide guidance and feedback to participants as they work on their projects. No previous knowledge or skill is needed.

CreAM - more of a workshop than a school.

Requirements for students:

C1 English (according to CEFR)

Learn more: CREAM - Creative audiovisual media: Palacký University Olomouc (upol.cz)

5. Interdisciplinary Approach to Healthcare (12 July – 11 August 2024)

Price: 1850 EUR

ECTS credits: 9

The health sciences include a range of non-medical disciplines related to health care. We can observe various methodological approaches in nursing, midwifery, physiotherapy, epidemiology, public health, economy, or management.

The Summer School of Interdisciplinary Approach in Healthcare will focus specifically on methodological approaches in teaching and science.

Participants will acquire knowledge and skills in the interdisciplinary approach (IA) in health care with patient-oriented IA, communication skills across the specialties, transfer of practical skills into research, and further development of the field.

Requirements for students:

B2 English (according to CEFR)

Basic knowledge of healthcare

Learn more: Interdisciplinary Approach in Healthcare: Palacký University Olomouc (upol.cz)

6. Thinking and Teaching in a Changing World (12 July – 11 August 2024)

Price: 1750 EUR

ECTS credits: 9

As a part of the Palacky University in Olomouc Winter and Summer Schools 2024 programmes, The Institute of Foreign Languages at the Faculty of Education is offering a multidimensional selection of courses covering a variety of topics under the umbrella title “Thinking and Teaching in a Changing World.”

Under the supervision of a multinational team of teachers, the participants will be able to attend classes dealing with the following topics, divided into three thematic domains:

1. The Significance of Literature in Our Lives: intercultural communication via stories – an illustration of differences among cultures in an accessible way; using literature for developing our understanding of ourselves in an encounter with young adult classics; literary fantasy as a way of coping with our world;

2. Self-Expression and Communication: understanding reasons why people around the world are essentially the same – regardless of what language they speak; communicating culture and history through comics; developing presentation skills;

3. Reflections on the Future: uses and challenges of AI-generated content; talking about climate justice, the legacy of colonialism and other global problems; teaching, winning arguments, and cutting through ideology in a post-factual world.

Students will have the opportunity to think about regional solutions for global problems through different approaches to teaching language and culture. The programme aims at contributing to an increased understanding of the role of the teacher in a world facing the challenges of increasing multiculturality and interconnectedness, as well as the civilization-ending threats of nuclear war and climate change.

Keeping in mind the intercultural dimension provided by the summer school’s internationally diverse student population, the participants in our seminars will have ample opportunity for intercultural and social interaction. We hope that our programme contributes to strengthening mutual tolerance and respect among participants.

Requirements for students:

B2 English (according to CEFR

Learn more: Thinking and Teaching in a Changing World Summer School: Palacký University Olomouc (upol.cz)

7. Sport for Development and Peace (22–26 July 2024)

Price: 1250 EUR

ECTS credits: 5

The module Sport for Development and Peace (SDP) introduces participants to the theoretical and practical features of using sports as a tool for starting and facilitating social change. First, a basic introduction to SDP will be provided together with practical sessions showing how specific use of football and movement activities in general can positively affect social inclusion, the building of community and personal development. Specifically, Football3 and Football for Peace methodologies will be presented in practical sessions. Furthermore, links between SDP and Sustainable Development Goals, as a leading agenda in the contemporary SDP field, will be presented. To elaborate on the different possibilities the SDP brings, specific areas will be discussed including sport and gender, mass media, sporting mega-events or socialization. The weekly programme will include lectures, discussions and practical sessions.

Lecturers:

Simona Šafaříková, Ph.D., Arnošt Svoboda, Ph.D. (Palacký University Olomouc)

Experts from an NGO running a programme “Football for Development”

International guest lecturers from the field of Sport for Development

Learn more: Sport for Development and Peace: Palacký University Olomouc (upol.cz)

8. Adapted Physical Activity (15–26 July 2024)

Price: 1200 EUR

ECTS credits: 3

Adapted Physical Activity: holistic perspective on health, physical activity, motivation, special needs, disability, yoga therapy, breathing techniques and SM system psychomotor intervention for activating posture.

Content:

• Adapted physical activity - introduction (theory), Wheelchair mobility, Wheelchair sports, Adapted equipment, Adaptation strategies, Inclusive Education, Psychomotor activities
• Yoga therapy - introduction (theory), yoga practice 1 hr day, yoga asanas (positions), pranayama (breathing techniques), relaxation techniques
• SM system (psychomotor intervention for activating posture). SM introduction: The spiral stabilization technique focuses on activating the deep muscles of the spine. Controlled rotational movements that engage the deep spinal muscles aiming to restore proper spinal alignment, increase core strength, and enhance overall body stability. The benefits of spiral stabilization include improved posture, reduced back pain, increased flexibility, and enhanced athletic performance.

Theory – anatomical structures and muscle chains in basic locomotor and movement patterns. Examination of posture, body alignment, weakened and overloaded muscle structures.

Practical exercises – based on theoretical foundations, exercises according to the concept of Dr. Richard Smíšek and his exercises on spiral stabilization of the spine.

Healthy walking with activation of correct dynamic stereotypes using theoretical knowledge of muscle chains.

Learn more: Adapted Physical Activity: Palacký University Olomouc (upol.cz)

9. Unbalanced Tourism Growth at Destination Level (22–29 July 2024)

Price: 1000 EUR

ECTS credits: 3

Unbalanced tourism growth, recently very often associated with term „overtourism“, has become a major concern for an increasing number of destinations as tourism numbers continue to grow which can result in negative impacts of all types on the local residents. Sustainable and responsible tourism development and visitor management requires effective, cooperative commitment and coordination between site management and all relevant public agencies and private enterprises. Unbalanced tourism growth is a destination very specific phenomena. This summer school addresses the complex phenomenon of overtourism in the EU. It will cover analysis of the root causes, drivers and environmental, economic and socio-cultural impacts of overtourism at destination level. By focusing on a set of case studies, the summer school will identify best practice solutions, successfully applied by tourism destinations in the EU.

Learn more: Unbalanced Tourism Growth at Destination Level: Palacký University Olomouc (upol.cz)

10. Physiotherapy

TBA

11. Physiotherapy + Adapted Physical Activity

TBA