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Charles University

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About

History

Charles University was founded in 1348 during the rule of King of Bohemia and Holy Roman Emperor Charles IV. It became the first Studium generale north of the Alps and east of Paris.

Education

The key priority of Charles University is to continue to enhance its prestigious status as a research university. To achieve this aim, the University focuses strongly on research activities. Charles University can boast a number of outstanding research teams which are involved in close collaboration with international research institutions. 

Research

For many years Charles University has been keen to incorporate the results of its research and development work into its teaching, and to ensure the greatest possible involvement of research staff and students in Czech and international projects. The success of the University’s research policy is reflected in rankings based on research achievement, which demonstrate that the University can compete strongly with many prestigious institutions outside the Czech Republic.

Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2021

GSSA 2021

The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2021. Universities with a score above 4.0 (out of 5) in any of the 8 award categories, receive Badges of Excellence. Congratulations!

Learn more about the Global Student Satisfaction Awards

University Ranking

QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2024
248 40
2023
288 -22
2022
266
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2023
301
2022
301 -100
2021
201
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2024
401 100
2023
501
2022
501
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2024
-
2023
226 -8
2022
218
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world.

Services

Student services

  • At the Charles University Centre for Information, Counselling and Social Services we offer help and advice to Charles University students, people interested in studying at the University, graduates, staff, and visitors to Charles University.
  • Besides providing information about the University, we also work closely with a range of professionals who provide expert advice and counselling services to the University’s students and staff. The Centre has several branches where we will always be glad to help you.

Housing services

Accommodation is provided in Charles University Halls of Residence (= dormitories). Students are housed in double-occupancy rooms. Unit system consists of twin rooms (= double room with two separate beds) sharing bathroom facilities (shower and wc). 

A small kitchenette is usually at the end of each corridor. Students can also use a lavatory and hanging rooms in the building (keys are available at the reception against a fee). Bedding and bed linen are provided (bed linen is exchanged regularly); towels and kitchen utensils (such as pans, plates, cups etc.) are not.

Library services

Charles University’s library services are provided by a variety of separate library facilities located at faculties and other parts of the University. 

All of these library services operate under the supervision of the University’s Central Library. 

Besides traditional lending services (books and other printed documents), the libraries also offer a wide range of electronic resources (e-resources).

ICT services

The Charles University E-resources Portal (PEZ in Czech) enables users to search in databases of academic texts. The Portal contains databases of electronic resources, an electronic journals portal, and e-books. The Portal offers a range of resources accessible via subscriptions paid at University level or faculty level, plus freely accessible resources, trial access to some resources.

Student Life

Campus life

Charles University are scattered over many different locations – not only in Prague, but also in other cities. In view of this situation, the university plans to focus in future on the development of mini-campuses. The key aim for the next years are Biocentre and Globcentre of the Albertov Campus, the teaching and Research Centre in Hradec Králové (MEPHARED), the campus of the Faculty of Medicine in Pilsen (UNIMEC and BIOMEDIC) and the reconstruction of the former students' hall for the needs of the Faculty of Humanities.

Sports facilities

Sport is an inseparable part of university life. It has enjoyed a long tradition at Charles University, and CU graduates and students have scored many sporting victories. Success, however, is not the only objective of sport. The oft-quoted saying mens sana in corpore sano says it all. It is only fitting that Charles University students and staff should benefit from a wide range of sporting opportunities.

Student clubs

The Charles University Student Union (SU UK) was established as the result of an initiative by six Charles University societies. Its main objective is to act as a guide for university student organizations, facilitating communication and cooperation among them, developing a creative platform for active students, supporting the implementation of their ideas, and acting as a mediator providing information to all students about what is currently happening in the academic community. 

The CU Student Union has a current membership of around thirty societies from almost all faculties, and the number is growing. Being a student is about much more than just studying, so do not hesitate to join!

Accreditation

  • In the graduate study, there are currently accredited 164 study programmes with 583 branches. Sorted according to cycles, there are 64 bachelor’s, 66 master’s and 34 long-cycle master’s study programmes with 215 bachelor’s, 274 master’s  and 94  long-cycle master’s study branches at the Charles University.
  • In postgraduate doctoral study, Charles University has been implementing in total 222 study programmes with 195 study branches (a number of doctoral study programmes, particularly in the area of medicine and science, do not split into branches).

Charles University Scholarships

Below you will find scholarships for Charles University. Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.

Provided by university
Grant
600 CZK
Deadline
Anytime
Accommodation Bursary
Merit-based Need-based

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Charles University
Prague, Czech Republic
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarship for Outstanding Academic Achievement
Merit-based

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Charles University
Prague, Czech Republic
Provided by university
Grant
75000 CZK
Deadline
30 Apr 2024
Development Scholarship
Merit-based

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Charles University
Prague, Czech Republic
Independent provider
Grant
200000 INR
Deadline
Anytime
Education Future International Scholarship
Merit-based

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Education Future
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
31 Mar 2024
BeArt-Presets Academic Scholarship Program
Merit-based Need-based

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BeArt-Presets
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
06 Nov 2023
Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest
Merit-based Need-based

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Ayn Rand Institute
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2023
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based

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Pinsky Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
30 Nov 2023
CEEPUS (Central European Exchange Program for University Studies)
Merit-based Need-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
385 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarship Awards Under Bilateral International Agreements
Merit-based Need-based

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Government of the Czech Republic
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
15 Jan 2024
Fighting Bullying With Technology
Merit-based

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1902 Software
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
11 Mar 2024
Rising Stars Scholarship
Merit-based

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Jeffrey Coller, Knoxville Criminal Defense Attorney
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
08 Jan 2024
The Crowder Law Firm Scholarship
Merit-based

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The Crowder Law Firm
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
19 Feb 2024
The Blossom Law Caregiver Scholarship
Merit-based

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Blossom Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
04 Dec 2023
Collins Rupp, P.C. Moving Forward Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Collins Rupp, P.C.
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
31 Mar 2024
The Annual IELTSing Scholarship
Merit-based

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IELTSing
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2023
Clean And Recovery Scholarship Essay Contest
Merit-based Need-based

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Clean and Recovery
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2023
$1,000 All Star Verified Scholarship
Merit-based

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Verified Scholarships
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
09 Jun 2024
VRL Scholarship Program
Merit-based Need-based

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VRL Tracking
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
High School Essay Contest
Merit-based

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International Bipolar Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Pearl Lemon Scholarship
Merit-based

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Pearl Lemon
Location not available

Student Reviews

5-star experience
Madlene Karimi rated 5 out of 5 stars

considered an international experience. So far my experience has been more than good, it has been great. I have had help not just in academic matters but in everything concerning my studies, such as laptop, visa, accommodation and mental health. I started my studies during COVID, and although it was a tough time, the teachers were able to smoothly coordinate online...

One of the Best
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars

The facilities and location on campus are fantastic. The staff is friendly and extremely well-informed. The class has enthusiastic, sociable students. An excellent location for studying overall. It&#39;s really amazing to be here. <br><i> Review provided by EDUopinions (www.eduopinions.com)</i>

Czech Fairytale
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars

Upon my arrival to Prague first word that crossed my mind was fairytale. The city with castles, bridges and magical streets does not disappoint students a bit. Charles University is the big part of this tale, students enjoy great location, people with various backgrounds, interesting lectures. Every tale has villain and for me Czech villain was language itself and barriers...

Prague, Hlavní Mesto Praha, Czech Republic

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