Inspired by the ideas of Gottfried Semper, UMPRUM was founded in 1885. Over the years, the Academy has developed in response to the political and social climate. It was established in the era of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, thrived during the period of the Czechoslovak Republic from 1918 to 1938, and managed to survive the conditions imposed on it by the communist totalitarian regime, during which time the school became isolated from events in the outside world.
Final dates announced on school’s website.
Spring Semester
February — June
October — January
Juniors + Seniors. Minimum 3.0+ GPA required.
recommended A2 or B1 level of Czech Language of CEFR scale.
How to Apply
Exchange Website
University Website
Course Catalog
Academic Calendar
Housing Information
Practical Guide and Life in Prague
Some English instruction
AAAD / UMPRUM utilizes the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) to award academic credit for coursework. For transfer to RISD, 2ECTS is equivalent to 1 RISD credit.
The Academy of Arts, Architecture & Design (AAAD / UMPRUM), Czech Republic
The entire application process will be completed using an online application portal. Apply the semester before you plan to attend.
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