Charles University in Prague is the oldest and largest university in the Czech Republic. Founded in 1348, it was the first university in the Holy Roman Empire and in Central Europe in general. It is the 20th oldest university in the world. The university has 17 faculties located mainly in Prague, with additional faculties in Hradec Králové and Pilsen. It offers a wide range of academic disciplines including theology, philosophy, sciences, law, and medicine, and has a strong focus on research and international cooperation.