When it was founded, it was called the Institute of Mechanical Engineering in Liberec, and its original classrooms were located in the attics of the F. X. Šalda Grammar School.

Its 19 specialized laboratories aim to contribute to regional development and are traditionally oriented towards technical industries.

Technical University of Liberec offers three bachelor's, eight master's, and seven doctoral programmes taught in English.

The Residence Halls of the university have been evaluated as the best ones in the Czech Republic three years in succession; they are modern, comfortable, offer high-speed internet connection, excellent sport facilities, student clubs and medical services on-site.

Students participate in sports and other activities, including tennis, football, badminton, wall-climbing, rope center, mini-golf, beach volleyball and spinning.