Social Geography and Regional Development

Charles University - Faculty of Science

Key information
Field of study:
Sociology and cultural studies
Study language:
CZ
Study programme code:
N0314A330005
Typ programu:
follow-up master study programme
Application deadline:
31.03.2026
ISCED code:
0314
Awarded degree:
Mgr.
Study duration:
2 years
Location:
Praha
Application and admission procedure
Application deadline:
31.03.2026
Application fee:
940.00 CZK

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The graduates are trained to handle the issues of regional development, spatial planning, urban and metropolitan development, peripheral areas, tourism, population development, or international migration. They are capable to critically examine problems in their wider context. They have methodological skills in a range of quantitative and qualitative techniques. The graduates can link findings from basic and applied research. They can get employment in the regional development agencies, institutions focusing on strategic planning, non-governmental organizations, in various public institutions, and also in international organizations. The complex focus of the study makes them capable flexibly respond to continually changing demand of labour markets.

University

University detail

Institution type:
public
Founded:
1348
Abbreviation:
CUNI
Number of students:
49120
Number of international students in degree programmes:
1256
Number of international exchange students:
3131
Number of international alumni:
1256

Looking for a university with a long tradition and a modern academic environment? Charles University offers more than 600 study programmes across 17 faculties in Prague, Pilsen and Hradec Králové. You can choose from medicine, natural and technical sciences, law, economics, social sciences, humanities, theology and sport. At Charles University, you can do more than simply gain knowledge. You can get involved in research, spend a semester abroad or meet students from all over the world. The university cooperates with hundreds of international institutions and offers many opportunities to gain experience abroad, including through the Erasmus+ programme. Whether you are interested in science, working with people, medicine, languages or law, Charles University offers a wide range of options to help you find a field that matches your interests and shape your own path.

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Field of study:
Sociology and cultural studies
Study language:
CZ
Study programme code:
N0314A330005
Typ programu:
follow-up master study programme
Application deadline:
31.03.2026
ISCED code:
0314
Awarded degree:
Mgr.
Study duration:
2 years
Location:
Praha
Application deadline:
31.03.2026
Application fee:
940.00 CZK

ApplyOpens in a new window

The graduates are trained to handle the issues of regional development, spatial planning, urban and metropolitan development, peripheral areas, tourism, population development, or international migration. They are capable to critically examine problems in their wider context. They have methodological skills in a range of quantitative and qualitative techniques. The graduates can link findings from basic and applied research. They can get employment in the regional development agencies, institutions focusing on strategic planning, non-governmental organizations, in various public institutions, and also in international organizations. The complex focus of the study makes them capable flexibly respond to continually changing demand of labour markets.

University

University detail
Institution type:
public
Founded:
1348
Abbreviation:
CUNI
Number of students:
49120
Number of international students in degree programmes:
1256
Number of international exchange students:
3131
Number of international alumni:
1256

Looking for a university with a long tradition and a modern academic environment? Charles University offers more than 600 study programmes across 17 faculties in Prague, Pilsen and Hradec Králové. You can choose from medicine, natural and technical sciences, law, economics, social sciences, humanities, theology and sport. At Charles University, you can do more than simply gain knowledge. You can get involved in research, spend a semester abroad or meet students from all over the world. The university cooperates with hundreds of international institutions and offers many opportunities to gain experience abroad, including through the Erasmus+ programme. Whether you are interested in science, working with people, medicine, languages or law, Charles University offers a wide range of options to help you find a field that matches your interests and shape your own path.

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