CEVRO Univerzita University
In the centre of Prague in Old Town there is an interesting combination of Czech tradition and modern education. CEVRO Univerzita, a private university school of university type, is located in the building of the Měšt'anské bosedy - a association of Czech townships founded in 1845. The building is not just an administrative space, but a place with a rich history surrounding Czech culture.
The architectural form offered by the building today was mainly made up of reconstructions from the second half of the 19th century. Part of the construction is an atrium yard, which is considered an impressive place in the centre of a busy city. In 2006, the whole building underwent a comprehensive reconstruction to fully serve the needs of the university and its academic life.
The building has deeper historical connotations. In 1953, the first television broadcast in Czechoslovakia was launched in history from the town hall. Later, TV Nova developed its activities here, which became the first commercial television station in the Czech Republic. These facts make the building not only an academic, but also a media historical place in the history of Czech society.
CEVRO Univerzita itself was created in 1999 as a liberal conservative academy by the founder Ivan Langer. In 2006 she founded the CEVRO Institute, which we now know as CEVRO University. The educational concept is built on the principles of freedom, rule of law, market economy, liberal democracy, Euro-Atlantic links, conservatism and critical thinking. In 2015, the institution transformed into a registered institution, and in January 2025 it became a university.
Today CEVRO offers accredited study in bachelor's, follow-up master's and doctoral degrees in both presentation and combined form. Study programmes cover applied economics, trade law, labour law and HR, political science and international relations, security policy and social services management. The following Master's programmes are dedicated to business relations, public administration, political science and security management. The doctoral programme focuses on politics and civil society in Central Europe. Postgraduate education includes MBA and MPA programmes in the fields of management, security, diplomacy and public administration. Rector of Doc. Mgr. Tomáš Jarmara, Ph.D., leads an institution which has its main headquarters in Prague and another centre in Český Krumlov.
Thus, the building of the town meeting combines Czech history, media tradition and current academic education - a place where the 21st century meets in the heart of Prague.
Then and now
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Historical milestones
- 1845
- The establishment of an old-fashioned association of Czech townspeople, based in the building of the Měšt'anská boseda.
- 1953
- The launch of the first television broadcast in Czechoslovakia from the premises of the town hall.
- 2006
- Establishment of the CEVRO Institute and complex reconstruction of the building for teaching purposes.
- 2025
- Transformation of a university to a university-type school called CEVRO Univerzita.
Architectural development
The building of the town meeting took its appearance today thanks mainly to the reconstruction from the second half of the 19th century in the spirit of historism. An impressive atrium court is an important feature of the disposition. In 2006, a complete reconstruction of interiors and exteriors was carried out for university needs.
Historical events
In 1845 a association of Czech townships was founded. In 1953, the first Czechoslovak television broadcast was launched from the town meeting. In 2006 a university was founded and the building underwent a comprehensive reconstruction.
Points of interest
- CEVRO Univerzita is housed in the building of the Měšt'anské boseda, which was founded in 1845 as a association of Czech townships. - Part of the construction is an atrium yard considered an impressive place in the centre of a busy city. - In 1953, the first television broadcast in Czechoslovakia was launched in history from the town hall. - Later in the building, Nova TV was the first commercial television station in the Czech Republic. - The institution has its headquarters in Prague and another centre in Český Krumlov.
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CEVRO University is a private university-type higher education institution in Prague. It focuses on law, economics, political science, international relations and security issues. It is possible to study here at bachelor's, consecutive master's and doctoral levels, in both full-time and combined forms. In addition to its Prague headquarters, the school also has a campus in Český Krumlov.
The school describes itself as standing on liberal conservative values. These include freedom, rule of law, market economy, liberal democracy, transatlantic ties, critical thinking and professionalism.
The school's roots go back to 1999. At that time, the liberal conservative academy CEVRO was founded, and in 2006 it established a higher education institution called CEVRO Institut. It was founded by Ivan Langer. In 2015, the school transformed into a registered institute, and in January 2025 it became a university-type institution. This is where today's name CEVRO University comes from. The rector Tomáš Jarmara is at its head.
The building in which the university is located is also interesting. It is called Měšťanská beseda, named after an association of Czech burghers that was founded in 1845. The building took on its present form mainly during reconstructions in the second half of the nineteenth century. Its atrium courtyard is particularly noteworthy.
Měšťanská beseda holds an exceptional place in the history of Czech television. In 1953, the very first television broadcast in Czechoslovakia began here. Later, television Nova, the first commercial television station in the Czech Republic, also began operations here. In 2006, the building underwent reconstruction so it could serve the university's needs.
From the academic offer, one can mention for example applied economics, law in commercial relations, public administration practice, security policy or management of social services. The doctoral program focuses on politics and civil society in Central Europe. The school also offers postgraduate programs, including in the field of diplomacy, cybersecurity or alternative dispute resolution.
Tips for visitors
The ideal time to visit CEVRO University and its surroundings is in the morning when the historic Old Town is still alive and the streets are not crowded with crowds of tourists. In addition, the morning light depicts the facades of historic houses beautifully.
Take with you comfortable shoes suitable for walking on historic paving blocks, documents and camera. A tour of the interiors of the town's gatherings and surrounding streets offers great details to capture, with the best light for shooting architecture in early morning or late afternoon.
In the immediate vicinity of the University there is Prague's Old Town and the entire historical centre of Prague with many monuments, the River Vltava and nearby National Theatre, all accessible by comfortable walking within 30 minutes.
When visiting with children, you will appreciate the proximity of the Vltava waterfront, where you can walk around the water, while taking a walk through the historical centre offering sufficient space to discover interesting corners without the need for long movements.
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Where is the monument?
Location: Praha, Hlavní město Praha. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
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There was a house in this place, but it wasn't an ordinary house. It was a house where people were taught who wanted to be doctors, engineers or lawyers. It was a university, a place where people learn and try new things.
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Prague's Old Town, historical center of Prague with many monuments, Vltava and nearby National Theatre.
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1. National Theater Type: Cultural monument Why is it worth a visit: This important building of Czech culture is located just a short walk from Vltava and represents the culmination of Czech neo-Renaissance architecture. Her famous golden crown and rich interior decoration attract art admirers from all over the world.
Vltava Type: Water flow Why is it worth a visit: The river flowing through the centre of Prague offers breathtaking views of the historic panorama of the city and adjacent banks. A walk along its trough connects the southern part of the route with the historical core of the metropolis.
3. CEVRO Univerzita Type: Educational institutions Why is it worth a visit: A modern university based in the centre of the metropolis offers quality academic facilities. It is close to the historical centre of Prague.
4. Prague Old Town Type: Historical Center Why is worth a visit: The heart of the capital with many monuments offers the complexity of ancient streets and a unique atmosphere. The walk through this historic centre of Prague closes the whole route.
Seasonal recommendations
The spring visit to this educational institution in the capital will welcome you with awakening nature in the surrounding parks and pleasant daylight, which will light up modern and traditional architecture in the streets long until the afternoon. The atmosphere is full of academic excitement and freshness because the semester is in full swing. In this period you will not experience the greatest burden of tourists, so you will enjoy the tour in peace. Wear a light jacket or coat and comfortable shoes for long walks through the centre, the ideal time for visiting is in the morning when the surrounding area is still mild.
The summer months offer a completely different atmosphere, the city lives on a tourist ruckus and the streets are filled with bright sunlight, creating beautiful shadows on historic buildings. Nature is in full bloom and offers pleasant shady shelters on steam days. Since the main season attracts a large number of visitors, it is best to choose early morning hours to avoid the biggest crowds and heat. We recommend light breathable clothes, sunglasses and plenty of fluids, with the greatest peace of mind for admiring the exterior immediately after daylight.
Autumn season brings a melancholic mood to the metropolis and a unique colour palette, where trees in nearby parks play all shades of yellow and red. The lighting is very soft thanks to the low sun and creates ideal conditions for shooting architectural details. Crowds of people are gradually thinning, which guarantees a more common experience from the whole place. A warmer laminated clothing, waterproof shoes and umbrella are suitable for changing weather. The best time to visit is in the afternoon when autumn sun creates warm tones.
Winter time covers the city in silence, and under snow conditions, this place receives a fairy tale atmosphere, underscored by early dimming and lighting up street lights. In the streets there is a quieter pace associated with the end of the year and the advent period. For outdoor movements, quality winter clothes, i.e. warm jacket, hat, gloves and firm non-slip shoes are essential. The best time to visit is morning and noon hours, as long as there is natural light out and temperatures are slightly more favourable than deep at night.
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