The University of Chemistry and Technology, Prague is a natural centre of first-rate study and research in the area of chemistry in Czechia and is one of the country's largest educational and research institutions focused on technical chemistry, chemical and biochemical technologies, material and chemical engineering, food chemistry, and environmental studies.
Research University
According to the prestigious Times Higher Education rankings, UCT Prague, one of five Czech universities, ranks among the 4% of the best world universities (*2017). The school has also dominated the rankings of the Education Policy Centre of Charles University in the category “Emphasis on Science, Research and Creativity” category (*2016).
Currently UCT Prague boasts a number of excellent experts such as Jana Hajšlová, member of the EU Advisory Group “Food Quality and Safety”; František Štěpánek, who has been awarded an ERC grant; Martin Pumera, head of the excellent team for advanced functional nanorobots.
Half of its income is generated from the institution's creative activities focused on science, research and innovation. In the Czech context, this is an extraordinary accomplishment.
It is a member of the European University Association, the European Federation of National Engineering Associations and the International Society for Engineering Pedagogy. It cooperates with more than 100 academic institutions not only in Europe but also in the US, Canada, Japan, Vietnam, and many other countries.
History
UCT Prague was founded in 1952 but its origins date back to 1807 when the first course in chemistry was delivered at Prague Polytechnic. Reorganization of the polytechnic in 1920 resulted in the transformation of the chemistry department into the School of Chemical Technology, one of the seven sections of the Czech Technical University.
A number of key figures of the history of chemistry relate to UCT Prague. Among them, three figures are renowned in their fields: Vladimir Prelog, Nobel Prize winner, Otto Wichterle, inventor of contact lenses, and Emil Votoček, author of the Czech chemical nomenclature.
Several presidents of the Czech Academy of Sciences – František Šorm, Rudolf Zahradník, and Jiří Drahoš – are connected with the school as well.
UCT Prague was the first Czech university authorised to provide the Eurobachelor degree. As its name indicates, this prestigious recognition certifies the quality of UCT Prague bachelor studies at the European level.
Bachelor or Master Programmes in English
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in English at UCT Prague
1 Study Programme at 4 faculties with 9 specializations
Admission for 2021/22 will be open in January 2021.
- Time to complete: Three years
- Study programme: Based on core courses embracing general subjects
- Graduates are awarded the title Bachelor (equivalent to BSc)
- Diploma Supplement issued in both the Czech and English languages is provided automatically and free of charge to every student upon graduation
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Master of Science (MSc) in English at UCT Prague
4 Study Programmes at UCT Prague
Admission for 2021/22 will be open in January 2021.
- Time to complete: Two years
- Study programmes builds upon previous BSc, with core and specialized courses
- Graduates are awarded the title Master of Science (inženýr/Ing. in Czech, equivalent to MSc).
- Diploma Supplement issued in both the Czech and English languages is provided automatically and free of charge to every student upon graduation
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Master of Science (MSc) - Joint degree at European Universities
2 ERASMUS Mundus Study Programmes with UCT Prague participation
Various Application Deadlines - Check our website!
- Time to complete: Two years
- At least one semester in Prague at UCT Prague
- Degree from all universities in programme
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Offer at School of Business
Preparatory Programme
The Programme prepares students for a standard degree study programme at the UCT Prague or other technical universities in the Czech Republic.
To apply for the Preparatory Program, kindly contact Admission Officers at business.admission@vscht.cz
- Time to complete: one year
- Graduates are awarded a certificate
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Bachelor of Science (BSc) - Economics and Management
Upon receiving the accreditaion permission, the study programme will focus on Marketing and International Trade.
To apply for the Preparatory Program, kindly contact Admission Officers at business.admission@vscht.cz
- Time to complete: Three years
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Master of Science (MSc) - Sectoral Management
Upon receiving the accreditaiton permission, the study programme will offer two majors: Innovation Project Managment, and Chemical Industry.
To apply for the Preparatory Program, kindly contact Admission Officers at business.admission@vscht.cz
- Time to complete: Two years