Czech universities call for increase in funding for science and education

Czech universities have called on the government to increase spending on university education and science, arguing that the amount of money spent on universities is lower than the average for EU countries. They also want to agree with the government on a medium-term funding outlook.

According to Milena Králíčková, president of the Czech Conference of Rectors, without meeting these basic requirements, universities will not be able to ensure the quality of education and competitiveness.

Representatives of universities, trade unions and professional associations gathered at the University of Applied Arts on Tuesday to discuss the situation with Education Minister Mikuláš Bek and Minister for Science, Research and Innovation Helena Langšádlová.