Poznan University of Technology

Students

Total number of students : 16000

Üniversite

Today Poznan University of Technology offers education at 9 faculties which provide students with a choice of 33 fields of study. More than 16,000 students of I and II cycles, Phd students and participants of post-graduate programmes receive education here. More than 1,300 academic staff care about their education. Implementation of PUT's mission enables the vision to become reality - to be one of the best technical universities in Poland, which aspires to become an equipollent partner of other European schools in terms of education quality and high level of scientific research. PUT was the first Polish institution of higher education to become a member of CESAER (Conference of European Schools for Advanced Engineering Education and Research) – a European organisation that brings together the best technical schools. It is also a member of SEFI (Societe Europeenne pour la Formation des Ingenieurs), EUA (European University Association), ADUEM (Alliance of Universities for Democracy) and IAU (International Association of Universities).

Poznan University of Technology is an important centre of scientific research. The proportion of funds for research projects grows year by year. The strong point of the University is its academic staff. Their achievements in science and numerous publications make a significant contribution to modern technical sciences. Many young members of academic staff and Phd students receive academic grants allowing them to improve their skills and gain new experience abroad. The University's researchers receive the most prestigious state awards for achievement in science. The Foundation of Polish Science, which awards the best Polish scientists, three times honoured professors of our University with the so-called "Polish Nobel Prize" – in 2000 it was awarded to professor Jan Węglarz, in 2005 to professor Roman Słowiński and in 2011 to professor Elżbieta Frąckowiak.

PUT's education offer is modern, rich and specifically adapted to meet requirements of employers - both Polish and foreign ones. The University offers more than 100 specialisations within its 33 fields of study. Students choose to study at PUT attracted by high standards of education, thoroughly trained and experienced academic staff and a good possibility to realise fully their interests both in science and beyond as well as by friendly atmosphere. We are really proud of our students who successfully participate in international competitions and contests, in science circles and student organisations.