B2 is your ticket to study and we will get you there
Your first step towards international study and a global career
A one-year programme that transforms the way you learn and think. Intensive language preparation takes you to B2 level and opens the door to further study. You will master critical thinking, research methods and academic writing. Along the way, you will develop the language, skills and confidence to thrive in a global environment. The Foundation Year is your launchpad to higher education without borders.
Gain the knowledge and confidence for a successful start to your studies
Who studies the Foundation Year
Foundation Year - English
Students for whom English is a foreign language and who want to study in the International Programmes.
Foundation Year - Czech
For students for whom Czech is a foreign language and who want to study in our programmes in Czech.
Strengthen your language to B2, the standard required for university study and communication in an international environment
Study in small groups and benefit from the guidance of lecturers focused on your specific language needs
Complete the Foundation Year successfully and move seamlessly into your chosen degree programme
Meet classmates from around the world, experience university life and adapt smoothly to a new academic and social environment
Our students
Studying Global Business and Management feels like being part of a big family — and most of all, it’s fun. The teachers at NEWTON share real-world insights, not just boring theory. Global Business and Management and NEWTON make it possible for us to balance work and studies while spending time with fellow students in similar situations. NEWTON feels like having a group of friends who support each other. Simply put, my experience here is fantastic.
Asmatullah Ahmadzai
Student NEWTON University - Global Business and Management
I like that NEWTON combines practice with theory. The main benefit for me is the international environment and the opportunity to travel abroad - spending a semester in the US was an enriching experience that took me out of my comfort zone.
Thi Thanh Huyen Phan
Global Business and Management student
I was positively surprised by Financial Markets or Human Resources Management, which will definitely contribute to my career as a professional. Networking and making new friends was easy for me, as an extrovert. At NU, you have to work seriously, without taking yourself too seriously. The atmosphere was hard-working, motivating, pushing me to do my best, yet filled with cheerful people.
Maxime Jardin
Exchange student in the Global Business and Management programme
It was easy to acclimatize to living in this beautiful city. The Czech culture is slightly different, but in the end, not significantly so. The classes are great, and the limited number of students allows us to ask questions to the teachers easily. I particularly appreciated the organisation of the exam period, during which we could fully focus on our exams, which was very comfortable.
Jules Wuattier
Graduate of an exchange program at NEWTON University
I chose to study at NEWTON because I wanted to learn from people with real life experience in the areas they are teaching, rather than just theoretical knowledge. I study online, and this programme gives me the flexibility to fit lectures and classes around my family life and work commitments.
Brendan Tucker
Global Business and Management student (online)
NEWTON University is a combination of the two most important factors for developing the next generation of business leaders: the highly valued experience and in-depth knowledge of the faculty, and a proactive alumni community to which you will belong for the rest of your life. As an international student, I am sure that these connections will help me build a successful business anywhere on the planet.
Oksana Sydoruk
Student of the Global Business and Management programme
Start your journey today!
The Foundation Year is your start to a global career and success. Take this opportunity to strengthen your language skills and enter the international environment with new confidence.
Practical information
| Programme type | Bachelor’s (Bc.) |
| Standard duration | 4 years |
| Language of instruction | English, Czech |
| Mode of study | Full-time Blended (part-time) |
What your studies look like
1. Language preparation and academic skills
During one year, you will improve your English or Czech to the B2 level. You will acquire essential academic skills and the confidence needed to succeed in a university environment and the international world of business.
2. Fundamentals of economics and management
You will be introduced to the basics of business, economics, and management. Language preparation is combined with professional topics to prepare you for your chosen degree programme.
3. Adapting to university life
Take part in an orientation week, gain your first practical experience, and become part of the student community. You will meet classmates from all over the world and learn to navigate both academic and global environments.
After completion
You will smoothly progress into a standard bachelor’s or master’s programme and join your fellow students.
Who is this programme for?
For anyone who wants to study a university degree in a foreign language but is not yet at the B2 level.
Why choose the Foundation Year:
- reach the B2 language level in just one year
- gain experience of studying in an international environment
- progress smoothly to your chosen degree programme
- prepare for growth – both professional and personal
Within one year you will improve your language level, gain confidence, and be ready to study in an academic and international environment. The Foundation Year is the right start and the first step into the world of global education and business.
Tuition fees
Study with intensive language preparation.
Study in Prague:
| For EU citizens: | 54,500 CZK/semester, approx. 2,225€/semester |
| For non-EU citizens: | 64 500 CZK/semester, approx. 2633€/semester |
Once the fee is paid, you can access student benefits even before your studies officially begin.
NEWTON Premium
NEWTON Premium is designed for students who want to get the very most out of their studies. It offers a wide range of exclusive benefits not available in standard programmes.
Applications
We accept applications until the end of September. After this date, applications are assessed individually based on the available capacity of each specialization.
What you’ll learn
Improve your language skills, master academic basics, and gain the confidence you will use throughout your entire studies. The Foundation Year prepares you step by step for the international environment and for studying in a foreign language.
You will learn how to:
- use academic and everyday language including business terminology
- write essays, analyse texts, and present your ideas
- think critically, lead discussions, and argue effectively
- search, evaluate, and process information efficiently
The Foundation Year provides a solid foundation for successful university studies in a foreign language.
A university education must give you the freedom to learn – but also to grow as a person. Critical thinking, self-leadership and resilience are the skills that will ground you in a world of rapid tech change and information overload.
Anna Plechatá Krausová, DPhil.
Chancellor of NEWTON University
