Mechanizm finansowania czeskiej edukacji wyższej – ujęcie przekrojowe
Mechanism of financing higher education in Czech Republic - the comprehensive approach

Summary/Abstract: The article focuses on key changes currently taking place in the financing of Czech universities - the level, structure and mechanisms of allocation of funds flowing from the state budget. Conducted analysis was based on existing data (Eurostat) and the consultations held with the Czech reformers and active participants of the higher education system: prof. Ivan Wilhelm and prof. Petr Matějů. The article starts with presenting the analysis of existing demographic data, the number of universities and students who attend them. This is followed by a description of the evolution of the system of financing higher education. The next section focuses on presenting the goals of the sector of higher education, analysis of the main income of universities and identification of the currently - used public funds distribution mechanisms and ways of their allocation. A further part of the study focuses on issues related to support programs for students and their families and tuition fees. The article concludes by presenting of university activities that are evaluated by special government agencies appointed to address mentioned issues.

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