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Czech Technical University in Prague

Prague, CZ · Ranking #4

Czech Technical University in Prague (CTU) is one of Europe’s oldest and most prestigious technical universities, with roots dating back to 1707. Located in Prague, CTU comprises eight faculties and a School of Business, offering a broad range of Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral programmes in engineering, architecture, information technology, biomedical engineering, nuclear sciences, and related disciplines. The university is noted for its strong research orientation and international profile, with agreements with hundreds of universities worldwide and participation in Erasmus+ and EuroTeQ initiatives. CTU emphasises both theoretical excellence and practical application, with students engaged in research projects, engineering competitions and industrial collaborations. Graduates often pursue careers in global engineering firms, research institutions, and academic environments.

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Czech Technical University in Prague

About the university

Czech Technical University in Prague (CTU) is one of Europe’s oldest and most prestigious technical universities, with roots dating back to 1707. Located in Prague, CTU comprises eight faculties and a School of Business, offering a broad range of Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral programmes in engineering, architecture, information technology, biomedical engineering, nuclear sciences, and related disciplines. The university is noted for its strong research orientation and international profile, with agreements with hundreds of universities worldwide and participation in Erasmus+ and EuroTeQ initiatives. CTU emphasises both theoretical excellence and practical application, with students engaged in research projects, engineering competitions and industrial collaborations. Graduates often pursue careers in global engineering firms, research institutions, and academic environments.

Key information

  • Location: Prague, CZ
  • Ranking #4
  • QS #416
  • THE #1201
  • National ranking #3
  • Institution type: public

Popular faculties

  • Civil Engineering Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Information Technology Nuclear Sciences Architecture Biomedical Engineering Transportation Sciences

Programs (11)

  • Computer Science
  • Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Data Science
  • Physics
  • Mathematics
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Environmental Science

Student body

  • Total students: 22,000
  • Undergraduate: 12,000
  • Graduate: 8,000
  • International students: 14%

Campus life

CTU offers a strong technical and innovation-driven environment. Students actively participate in research projects, engineering competitions, robotics teams, and startup initiatives. The university collaborates closely with industry and research institutions across Europe. Student organizations and technical clubs play an important role in academic and social life.

Housing & accommodation

Housing cost: €500 - €1,000 / per month

Housing options

  • Dormitories
  • Private apartments
  • Shared flats

Student clubs and organizations

  • Erasmus Student Network
  • Robotics Team
  • Formula eForce
  • Space Research Team
  • Student Union clubs

Sports

  • Football
  • Volleyball
  • Basketball
  • University sport clubs

Career & internships

Employment rate: 80%

Partner companies

  • Toyota
  • Skanska
  • Bosch
  • Siemens
  • Honeywell
  • GE
  • Rockwell
  • ABB
  • McKinsey
  • DaimlerChrysler
  • Škoda‑Volkswagen

Internships: CTU supports internships and industry placements across its engineering and technical programmes, often in collaboration with global technology companies and research institutions. Students can gain practical experience through corporate partnerships, collaborative research projects, and mobility schemes such as Erasmus+, which may include internship opportunities abroad. These practical placements are designed to enhance professional skills, integrate academic knowledge with real‑world challenges, and increase employability in fields like engineering, IT, and science.

Admission requirements

Required documents

  • ID/Passport
  • High School Diploma/Transcript
  • Motivation Letter
  • Proof of language proficiency (Czech/English)
  • Entrance exam results
  • Faculty‑specific requirements

Tuition costs

  • €3,500 - €6,000 / per year
  • Acceptance rate: 69.00%
  • Scholarships available: Czech Technical University in Prague (CTU) offers various scholarship opportunities for both Czech and international students. Students can apply for merit-based scholarships awarded for excellent academic results (typically up to ~10 000 CZK/month after the first semester). International students in English-taught Master’s programs may apply for CTU scholarships contributing up to ~10 000 CZK per month to help cover living costs, usually for 1–2 semesters with the possibility of extension for strong performance. There are also accommodation scholarships and special awards like the Professor Miroslav Vlček Scholarship for outstanding contributions to the university community. In addition, students can access funding from external foundations, Erasmus+ mobility grants, and regional or government scholarship programs (e.g., Visegrad Scholarship Program supports eligible students with ~€3 000 per semester).

Quick facts

  • Founded: 1707
  • Teaching languages: english, czech
  • Study formats: offline

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