Introduction

The University of Chemistry and Technology Prague is a top public research university in the Czech Republic and the largest university specializing in chemistry in the Czech Republic. It has outstanding achievements in teaching and research in chemistry and related fields and is one of the important chemical and chemical engineering research institutions in Europe and the world.

Overview

Number of students: more than 3,600 students are admitted each year. As of 2021, the school has about 7,500 students, of which undergraduates account for about 50%.

Course settings: It has a wide range of undergraduate, master's and doctoral programs covering chemistry, chemical engineering, biochemistry, materials science, environmental protection, energy, computer science and many other fields. Specific majors include applied chemistry, chemical engineering, polymer engineering, environmental protection engineering, materials science, biochemistry, analytical chemistry, computer science, physical chemistry, natural resource chemistry, etc.

History

The school was founded in 1952 and its predecessor was the National Institute of Chemical Technology in Czechoslovakia. However, its history can be traced back to the Prague Polytechnic in the early 19th century, and since then it has been one of the leading chemical research universities in the Czech Republic.

Foundation

Officially established in 1952, its chemistry education dates back to 1807, when the Prague Polytechnic offered its first chemistry course. In 1920, the institute was reorganized and the Chemistry Department was transformed into the Faculty of Chemical Technology of the Czech Technical University.

School Strength

Faculty: In 2014, the Prague University of Chemical Technology had 510 academic staff and 361 researchers, and many professors and experts had profound academic attainments and rich teaching and research experience in chemistry and related fields.

Research Achievements: The school has achieved fruitful research results and has carried out many cutting-edge research projects in the fields of chemical engineering, materials science, environmental protection, etc., such as real-time sensing, advanced control and batch process optimization of the recoba project, high-performance automotive aftertreatment system development of the partial-pgms project, and super-w The research results have a high international influence and have made important contributions to the development of related industries.

Nature of the institution

Public university.

Educational philosophy

Focus on cultivating students' innovation and practical ability, emphasizing the combination of theory and practice, and allowing students to master professional knowledge and skills in practice through advanced experimental equipment and technology. It is committed to cultivating professional talents such as chemical engineers and chemical scientists, providing students with diversified learning and research opportunities, encouraging students to participate in international research projects, broadening their international horizons, and improving their comprehensive quality and competitiveness to adapt to the needs of global chemical research and industrial development.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key laboratories: The school has a number of advanced laboratories equipped with first-class experimental equipment and technology, which provide strong support for scientific researchers and students to carry out high-level research, and play an important role in chemical analysis, material research and development, environmental monitoring, etc.

Key disciplines: Chemical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Biochemistry and Biotechnology, Environmental Science and Engineering, Chemistry and other disciplines are the key disciplines of the school, among which Chemical Engineering has a high reputation and influence in Europe and even the world.

Faculty

The school has four colleges, including the School of Chemical Technology, the School of Environmental Technology, the School of Food and Biochemical Technology, and the School of Chemical Engineering.

Ranking

According to the Times Higher Education Ranking, the University of Chemical Technology in Prague ranks among the top 4% of the world's top universities, and is also ranked high in the "Emphasis on Science, Research and Innovation" category of the Charles University Education Policy Center.

Expenses

The annual tuition fee is about 15,000 Czech crowns.

Campus

Campus environment: The campus is located in Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic, with a beautiful natural environment and modern building facilities, providing students with a good learning and living atmosphere.

Teaching facilities: The school is equipped with advanced teaching facilities, including laboratories, libraries, computer centers, etc. The library has a rich collection of books, subscribes to a large number of professional journals, and provides access to electronic journals, providing rich resources for students' learning and research.

Culture and Life: The school often holds various academic lectures, cultural activities and sports events, such as Nobel lectures, student science conferences, hockey leagues, etc., to enrich students' extracurricular life and promote communication and cooperation among students.