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University of Chemistry and Technology, Prague
(VŠCHT)
About
The University of Chemistry and Technology, Prague is the largest university specializing in chemistry in the Czech Republic. Though founded in 1952, UCT Prague has origins dating back to the early nineteenth century and Prague Polytechnic, a precursor to the present-day Czech Technical University in Prague, and, since that time, it has been one of the leading chemistry research universities in Ce...
The University of Chemistry and Technology, Prague is the largest university specializing in chemistry in the Czech Republic. Though founded in 1952, UCT Prague has origins dating back to the early nineteenth century and Prague Polytechnic, a precursor to the present-day Czech Technical University in Prague, and, since that time, it has been one of the leading chemistry research universities in Central Europe. More than 3,600 students are accepted every year. In 2014, UCT Prague had 510 academic staff and 361 research staff.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 652 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 12 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Times Higher Education World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 4,505
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 8.8 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 29%
- Female : Male
- 57 : 43
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
THE
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownARWU
7 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials Science | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Food Science & Technology | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Chemistry | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Nanoscience & Nanotechnology | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Biotechnology | 301-400 | - | 2021 |
| Chemical Engineering | 401-500 | - | 2024 |
| Energy Science & Engineering | 401-500 | - | 2018 |
QS
3 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Chemical Engineering | 201-250 | - | 2026 |
| Chemistry | 201-250 | - | 2026 |
| Materials Science | 301-350 | - | 2026 |
US News
4 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Nanoscience and Nanotechnology | =332 | 30.3 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | =397 | 30.3 | 2026 |
| Physical Chemistry | =457 | 30.3 | 2026 |
| Materials Science | =491 | 30.3 | 2026 |
THE
3 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Sciences | 801–1000 | 23.4 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 1001–1250 | 21.4 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 1001–1250 | 20.9 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of University of Chemistry and Technology, Prague?
University of Chemistry and Technology, Prague's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank =652, THE Rank 1201–1500, ARWU Rank 901-1000, US News Rank =1,601.
When was University of Chemistry and Technology, Prague founded?
University of Chemistry and Technology, Prague was founded in 1952.
What are the top subjects at University of Chemistry and Technology, Prague?
Top subjects at University of Chemistry and Technology, Prague include: Materials Science, Food Science & Technology, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Nanoscience & Nanotechnology.
Where is University of Chemistry and Technology, Prague located?
University of Chemistry and Technology, Prague is located in Prague, Czech Republic.