Hi! I’m Natasha, a 26-year-old master’s student at Charles University in Prague, studying Society, Media, and Communication. My program is part of both the media and sociology departments, allowing me to explore diverse topics from different perspectives—a unique strength of Charles University’s interdisciplinary approach.
Prague is an incredible place to study. I love arriving before the academic year begins because the city is quieter but still has that summer vibe. This year, I came back just before the storms and floods, but it turned out to be perfect timing for some rest and recovery before the semester kicked off. Public transport here is amazing—so much better than back home in Israel! I’ve gotten used to walking everywhere, which is a fun change from driving everywhere, like in my home country.
The international community is one of the best parts of living here. I always have someone to grab coffee with or explore the city with. I even went to Slovakia with a friend before classes started—it was beautiful! And so easy to get to with Czechia’s amazing transport options! This is another amazing thing about Czechia: by being in the center of Europe and so accessible, you can travel and discover new places with such ease!
Dorm life is excellent, too—equipped with bars, gyms, amazing people and industrial laundry machines (which I needed after forgetting to do laundry all summer!). Now that classes have started, I’m back in the groove, catching up with friends and diving into engaging lectures. There’s always something exciting happening, whether in class or out in the city. Prague’s restaurant and cafe scene never disappoints either. I discovered a few new favourites, which always feel like an adventure.
Prague truly feels like a place where there’s always more to explore!