The Silesian University of Technology (SUT) is the oldest technical university in Upper Silesia and one of the largest in the country.
- #1001 Ranking
- 9 Masters
- 1,016 Academic Staff
- 18,585 Students
- 558 Students (int'l)
- 6,133 Students (female)
- Public Institution Type
Master's Programmes
Engineering & Technology (8)
- M.Sc. Civil Engineering
- M.Sc. Cognitive Technologies
Business & Management (3)
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (2)
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (1)
- M.Sc. Civil Engineering
Social Sciences (1)
- M.Sc. Cognitive Technologies
About
History
The Silesian University of Technology was established in 1945 as a scientific and educational facility for the most industrialised area in Poland, and one of the most industrialised in Europe. For over 75 years it has been an important institution of public life. It plays a significant cultural and opinion-forming role in the region.
Education
The University offers first-cycle studies (engineering and bachelor's degree), second-cycle studies - master's degree, education at doctoral school called "Joint Doctoral School" and postgraduate studies. Studies are conducted in full-time and part-time mode. Candidates have also the opportunity to access education in one of the nearly 30 study programmes in English.
Research
The Silesian University of Technology is the only university in Silesia to be included in the prestigious group of 10 Polish universities, winners of the "Excellence Initiative-Research University" competition organised by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education.
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University Ranking
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2023
1001 -200
2022
801
2021
801
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2023
1201
2022
1201 -200
2021
1001
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Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2023
1446 68
2022
1514 -34
2021
1480
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Housing services
There are 13 dormitories at the Silesian University of Technology (11 in Gliwice, 1 in Zabrze and 1 in Katowice). 2968 places are available for all students – single, double and triple rooms. In each dormitory students can find a TV room, gym and ping pong tables. The Internet is available for all habitants. In the neighborhood of dormitories there are playgrounds, sports halls, tennis courts and ice skating rink.
Library services
Student Life
Campus life
The infrastructure of the Silesian University of Technology has become a permanent feature in the space and aesthetics of these cities, as well as in the consciousness of their inhabitants. The University campus is a place of scientific meetings and cultural events, as well as recreational activities.
Accreditation
The Accreditation Commission for Technical Universities (KAUT – Komisja Akredytacji Uczelni Technicznych), has granted accreditation for the Faculty of Materials Engineering for first and second degree studies, which are conducted at the Faculty.
Student Reviews
Dream of a Dutch student life
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
I really like my university and the fact that we have great professors who want to teach us a lot. Their approach is very open, they let us show our creativity. What I didn't like was the lack of practical and manual activities, we spent most of our time at the computer. Another disadvantage of my university is that it was not possible to study my major in English, and the...
International student at silesian university of technology
Anonymous rated 3 out of 5 stars
The university overall is actually very fine , but the problem is for international students it’s hard to communicate because , fewer people know English here , sometimes there are even professor that can’t properly speak English and as a consequence the classes become more confusing and it’s even hard to ask questions in class
Improvements
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
There is a need to improve English communication but overally everything seems standard
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