Welcome to The Silesian University of
Technology (SUT), a place that, without any doubt, educates successful people.
You have chosen a unique opportunity to study engineering in an institution of
a worldwide academic reputation and vivid cooperation with major industrial
partners.
The Silesian University of Technology
(SUT) is a modern higher education institution with 76 years of tradition in
didactics, research and science. SUT is also key player in new technologies and
innovations. The scientific research at the Silesian University of Technology
is strongly focused on close cooperation with the industry. As a prestigious European technical
university, the SUT conducts innovative research and development activities, as
well as educates highly professional staff for the knowledge-based society and
economy. It also actively stimulates the growth of the region and the local
communities. Dream big and study with SUT, where even
the sky is not the limit!
Top reasons to study here
- The scientific research at the Silesian University of Technology is strongly focused on close cooperation with the industry.
- The University pays special attention to developing entrepreneurship in its students.
- We attract academics, whose passion and brilliance drives them to become leaders in their respective fields.
Master's Programmes
Engineering & Technology (18)
- M.Sc. Biomedical Engineering
- M.Sc. Biotechnology - Biofuels
- M.Sc. Civil Engineering
- M.Sc. Cognitive Technologies
- M.Sc. Electrical Engineering
- M.Sc. Transport
Business & Management (7)
- M.Sc. Logistics
- M.Sc. Logistics (part-time)
- M.Sc. Management
- M.Sc. Transport
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (5)
Computer Science & IT (2)
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (2)
Social Sciences (1)
- M.Sc. Cognitive Technologies
About
History
The Silesian University of Technology was founded on 24 May 1945. The inauguration ceremony of the first academic year was held in Gliwice on 29 October 1945. At the time, there was 2,750 students. Educational curricula and plans were based on the standards from the Lviv Polytechnic.
Education
15 educational units of the University – 13 faculties and 2 institutes – currently offer almost 60 study programmes and about 200 specialisations, including the whole spectrum of engineering studies. Currently, SUT educates over 17 000 students. 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.
Out of 20 best universities in Poland which were eligible to take part in the competition, the international team of experts selected 10 universities which in 2020-2026 will receive a subsidy increased by 10%. The Silesian University of Technology belongs to this group, which according to the Ministry rules, will receive a total amount of nearly PLN 245,000,000.00 over 7 years.
Career
Many graduates of the Silesian University of Technology have found that the university diploma is highly valued by employers, and that the knowledge gained during their studies provides a good basis for further professional development. The University supports the development of its students, adjusts the curricula to the needs of the labour market.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2021
GSSA 2021
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2021. Universities with a score above 4.0 (out of 5) in any of the 8 award categories, receive Badges of Excellence. Congratulations!
Learn more about the Global Student Satisfaction AwardsUniversity Ranking
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2022
1201 -200
2021
1001
2020
1001
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2022
801
2021
801
2020
-
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.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2022
-
2021
1480
2020
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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
Student services
The Student Career Office and the Academic Entrepreneurial Incubator are also very active at our university, helping students to find jobs, set up their own company and offering information about available training courses and internships. The Silesian University of Technology regularly organizes job fairs, numerous training courses and workshops, including programmes promoting academic entrepreneurship.
These activities aimed at boosting entrepreneurship among the students of the University are actively supported by the industrial partners, who regularly take part in the above-mentioned events.
Housing services
The campus of the Silesian University of Technology is one of the largest in the country. We have been doing our best for years to improve its infrastructure. Recently, the Silesian University of Technology has completed two stages of thermo modernisation of dorms. The works took place in four buildings: DS. Karolinka, DS. Karlik, DS. Elektron and DS. Strzecha located in Gliwice at Kujawska street. In total the University has nearly 3 thousand bed places in single, double and triple rooms of various standards. There are 11 student houses on the campus of Gliwice. Each campus in Katowice and Zabrze has one student dormitory. Dormitories are located within the Gliwice campus, few minutes’ walk from the Faculties.
Library services
Medical services
Public health care providers are usually marked with the NFZ logo.
Prior registration is required in order to get a medical consultation from the doctor. Valid ID card and health insurance policy or EHIC card have to be presented to the medical assistant to complete the registration process. The medical centre which receives SUT’s students and staff members is located close to the SUT’s campus:
Student Life
Campus life
The campus of the Silesian University of Technology is one of the largest in the country. We have been doing our best for years to improve its infrastructure. Recently, the Silesian University of Technology has completed the three stages of thermo-modernisation of dormitories. The works took place in two dormitories: Karolinka, Karlik Elektron, Strzecha, Ondraszek located in Gliwice at Kujawska street. In total, the University has nearly 3 thousand bed places in single, double and triple rooms of various standards. There are 11 student houses on the campus of Gliwice. There is one more in Katowice and another one in Zabrze.
Dormitories are located within the Gliwice campus, few minutes’ walk from the Faculties.
Sports facilities
Silesian University of Technology is also an ideal place for sport enthusiasts. There are 28 different sport sections, such as aerobics, karate, judo, badminton, running, mountain cycling, volleyball, basketball, skiing, handball, chess, contemporary dance, table tennis, triathlon. The main University sports facilities are located at the Gliwice campus.
Student clubs
Silesian University of Technology is also an ideal place for sport enthusiasts. There are 28 different sport sections, such as aerobics, karate, judo, badminton, running, mountain cycling, volleyball, basketball, skiing, handball, chess, contemporary dance, table tennis, triathlon. The main University sports facilities are located at the Gliwice campus.
Studying at Silesian University of Technology gives ample opportunities to broaden one’s interests. During the academic year the University is vibrant with activities inspired by Students’ Self-Government and numerous Student Organisations – there are 20 of them, complemented by about 180 scientific associations.
Accreditation
1. Grand Prix, Platinum Award, and seven medals for inventions by researchers of the Silesian University of Technology at the INTARG International Exhibition of Inventions and Innovations in 2021
2. Obtaining the status of a research university selected in the first competition Excellence Initiative – Research University
3. Winner of the 2nd edition of the competition "European Universities" in the EURECA-PRO consortium, formed with six other universities from Europe.
4.1st place among universities from the Silesian Voivodeship and 6th place among technical universities in Poland in the Perspektywy Higher Education Ranking 2021
Student Reviews
Improvements
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
There is a need to improve English communication but overally everything seems standard
i have done MBA, and now doing logistics
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
The Silesian University of Technology is a university located in the Polish province of Silesia, with most of its facilities in the city of Gliwice. It was founded in 1945 by Polish professors of the Lwow Polytechnic,
Why I love Silesian university of technology
Anonymous rated 2 out of 5 stars
The university is good and they have good lecturers who take their time to teach students they are also considerate that's why they made provisions for abroad students
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