The Czech University of Life Sciences Prague (CZU Prague) has ranked third among Czech universities in the latest edition of the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2027.
The Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings is one of the leading international rankings of higher education institutions. This year's edition includes 2,297 universities from 118 countries and territories, the highest number in the ranking's history. CZU Prague is the third-highest-ranked Czech institution, following Charles University and Masaryk University.
The result confirms CZU Prague's strong position in the international academic community. The university also performs well in other global rankings, particularly in fields related to agriculture, forestry, environmental sciences and life sciences. In the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026, CZU Prague ranked 58th worldwide in Agriculture & Forestry, making it the highest-ranked Czech university in this field. In the 2026 Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU), the university placed 23rd globally in Agricultural Sciences.
An international assessment of teaching and research
The THE World University Rankings evaluates universities across five key areas: teaching, research environment, research quality, industry engagement and international outlook. Its methodology combines bibliometric data, information submitted by universities and the results of academic reputation surveys.
For CZU Prague, international rankings provide an important measure of its standing in the global academic community. The university's research and teaching contribute to addressing major global challenges, including the sustainable management of natural resources, biodiversity conservation and food security.