Any Czech university that has accreditation is a high-quality educational institution. However, several Czech universities can boast of being included in the ranking of the best universities in the world. There are about 25,000 universities in the world, but international rankings usually include the first thousand or even 500 universities.
Charles University is ranked globally in natural science disciplines. (The U.S. News college rankings are widely considered America's most influential).
Charles University in the Global Ranking of Academic Subjects (Data for 2025)
#114 in Microbiology
#164 in Molecular Biology and Genetics
#415 in Physical Chemistry
#115 in Plant and Animal Science
#217 in Biology and Biochemistry
#281 in Chemistry
#143 in Ecology
#194 in Environment/Ecology
#196 in Geosciences
Czech University of Life Sciences Prague Rankings
#4 in Best Global Universities in the Czechia
#789 in Best Global Universities
#285 in Best Global Universities in Europe
Czech University of Life Sciences Subject Rankings
#150 in Agricultural Sciences
#110 in Ecology
#130 in Environment / Ecology
#384 in Geosciences
#108 in Plant and Animal Science
Czech universities are included in the QS global ranking of the best universities in the following areas
Biological Sciences
201-250 Charles University
301-350 Masaryk University
451-500 Palacký University Olomouc
601-650 Czech University of Life Sciences in Prague
Natural Sciences
=198 Charles University
=290 Academy of Sciences of the Czech Republic
=335 Czech Technical University in Prague
401-450 Brno University of Technology
401-450 Masaryk University
451-500 Palacký University Olomouc
Chemistry
251-300 Academy of Sciences of the Czech Republic
251-300 Charles University
251-300 University of Chemistry and Technology, Prague
301-350 Brno University of Technology
401-450 Masaryk University
401-450 Palacký University Olomouc
501-550 Czech Technical University in Prague
ShanghaiRanking began to publish world university ranking by academic subjects in 2009. More than 1,900 out of 5,000 universities across 96 countries and regions are finally listed in the rankings. The Global Ranking of Academic Subjects rankings use a range of objective academic indicators and third-party data to measure the performance of world universities in respective subjects, covering in 5 major evaluation categories such as World-Class Faculty, World-Class Output, High Quality Research, Research Impact and International Collaboration.
World rank by academic subjects (Data for 2025)
Chemistry
201-300 Charles University
301-400 University of Chemistry and Technology
Earth science
201-300 Charles University
401-500 Czech University of Life Sciences
401-500 Masaryk University
Ecology
51-75 Czech University of Life Sciences Prague
101-150 Charles University in Prague
151-200 University of South Bohemia
201-300 Masaryk University
401-500 Mendel University Brno
401-500 Palacký University Olomouc
Foundation programmes developed by UJOP Charles University are high quality preparation for your studies. Our students have 90 % plus success rate and most of them are accepted to more than one university.
The course provides comprehensive support:
Securing a residence permit if you need a visa to the Czech Republic
Intensive academic course: preparation in biology, chemistry and physics with practical exercises and mock entrance tests.
Language course: intensive Czech.
Individual support and feedback: personal consultation and feedback from tutors.
Opportunity to stay in our dormitories
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Hello! My name is Hao, and I’m from China. I’m currently studying the Medicine COMPLEX programme in Czech language.
I really like the Czechia because of its wonderful nature and beautiful surroundings. My plan is to join a bachelor’s program in biology, ecology, or forestry after completing my Czech language studies. If I improve my Czech language skills, I might also consider studying medicine. I’m passionate about learning about life, human beings, and nature.
The preparation program is very well-structured and science-oriented. For example, in our physics class, the teacher first introduces the theory and then immediately gives us practical exercises. We solve example questions similar to those used in entrance exams for Charles University's medical faculties. The teacher guides us step by step, breaking down each question and helping us find the answers.
My favorite subject is biology because it’s closely connected to my future goals. I feel motivated to study it, and I’m confident it will help me achieve my dreams.
The classes are very intensive, and the workload can be demanding. I would reccomend it to students who are really ready to study hard. If you can manage the daily tasks and keep up with the intense pace, you’ll find the experience rewarding.
"I was recommended a preparatory programme at UJOP Charles University. During one year I learned subjects and topics that I had not yet studied in biology, chemistry or physics. These gave me the foundation to pass the entrance exam, and, as a result, I was admitted to study at university."
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