Faculty of Mining and Geology uniquely fuses natural sciences together with technical and economical fields of study, and its history dates back to 1716, at the time this mining university was established, being one of the oldest in Europe. This faculty currently has more than 4,000 students, studying fields ranging from geology and geoinformatics to mining and environmental studies. The Faculty actively cooperates with many Czech and foreign universities, research institutions and companies. Its multi-disciplinary approach is evident from its research and educational characteristics, where the scope of studies not only supports practical applications of knowledge, but also emphasizes a creative and innovative approach to education, science and research.