Profile FCHT

The Faculty of Chemical Technology (FCHT) is one of the oldest faculties at the University of Chemistry and Technology in Prague. It was established in 1969 by merging two of the three founding faculties of the UCT Prague, the Faculty of Inorganic Technology and the Faculty of Organic Technology. However, the tradition of study programs at FCHT is much longer and dates back to the very beginnings of university education in technical chemistry in the Czech lands. Thanks to this, FCHT is a well-known partner for future employers.

Like other faculties of the University of Chemistry and Technology, Prague, the FCHT provides education at all levels of university study and offers its students a wide range of fields. The Faculty of Chemical Technology is the only one in the Czech Republic that deals with the study of all types of materials. It is precisely in the field of materials programs that it ranks at the top of scientific performance rankings. In addition to studying materials and classical chemical fields focused on chemistry, chemical technology, or drug development and production, FCHT also offers studies in specialties that combine chemistry with other disciplines. Students can choose from two restoration programs that combine natural sciences, materials knowledge, and art education. The interdisciplinary study of bioinformatics and chemical informatics, combining chemistry, biology, and computer science, is completely unique.  

Teaching at FCHT is provided by experts who, in addition to teaching, are also successfully engaged in scientific activities, and many of them work closely with industry. Their patents are used not only by Czech companies, but also by foreign companies (e.g., Prof. Pašek designed what is currently the largest aniline production unit in the world). The rich experience of the teaching staff enables them to provide students with a strong foundation in science and technology, as well as comprehensive knowledge of raw materials, development and production processes, and the relationship between chemistry and the environment. An individual approach allows students to choose final qualification theses focused on scientific topics and practical tasks applicable in industry. During their work, students have the opportunity to familiarize themselves with unique instrumentation that is fully comparable to the world's leading workplaces.  

After completing their master's studies, many graduates go on to work in all possible sectors of the chemical industry and related fields. If they want to pursue research, they can continue their doctoral studies directly at the University of Chemistry and Technology, Prague, or at other Czech or foreign universities. Graduates of the Faculty of Chemical Technology find employment in development laboratories, production plants, management positions, and relevant sectors of public administration.