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University of Silesia in Katowice
Katowice, Poland
"The largest university in the Silesia region"
At a Glance
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Ranking
#1201 (QS)
PSW VISA
9 months (job-search permit)
About University of Silesia in Katowice
The University of Silesia in Katowice was founded in 1968 and is the largest university in the Silesia province, with about 21,000 students, 3,200 staff and 8 faculties. It has campuses in Katowice, Sosnowiec, Cieszyn and Chorzow. English-taught options include English studies, political science and diplomacy, and interdisciplinary programmes such as Aquamatics and Biophysics and Medical Physics.
Rankings & Recognition
#1201
Ranked in the 1201-1400 band in QS World University Rankings 2026.
Accreditations & Memberships
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Key Facts
1968
Founded
approx. 21,000
Total Students
823
International Students
3,200
Total Staff
8
Faculties
Popular Programs
English Studies
Political Science and Diplomacy
Biophysics and Medical Physics
Aquamatics
Music in Multimedia
Application Details
Application Route
Online (US e-recruitment)
Intakes
October
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Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
75%
I-20 Processing
National visa (D) + residence permit
Post-Study Work
9 months (job-search permit)
Green Card Pathway
N/A
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
N/A
Career Outcomes
10%
Placement Ratio
9 months (job-search permit)
Post-Study Work
20
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Total Staff — 3,200
International Staff — 3%
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
The main campus is in Katowice, with further sites in Sosnowiec, Cieszyn and Chorzow.
Campus Details
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Student Life & Housing
Housing
University dormitories and private rentals
Dining
University canteens and student cafes
Health & Wellness
Health insurance required (NFZ or private)
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Sports
Cultural events
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
approx. 21,000
International Students
823
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition - English programmes
from approx. EUR 1,207 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
The University of Silesia starts in October. Admission for 2026/27 is open on the university website.
Scholarships at University of Silesia in Katowice
1 scholarship available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Secondary school certificate recognised in Poland. English proof as set by the programme.
Postgraduate
Bachelor's degree in a related field. English proof as set by the programme.
English Proficiency
IELTS
TOEFL iBT
PTE Academic
Required Documents
Passport copy
Secondary school certificate or degree diploma
Academic transcripts
Apostille or legalisation of documents
English language proof
Passport-size photo
Application fee receipt (if required)
Health insurance (for visa)
Application Process
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Choose programme
Pick an English-taught programme on the University of Silesia website.
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Apply online
Register on the University of Silesia online recruitment system and apply.
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Upload documents
Upload diploma, transcripts, English proof and passport scan.
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Admission offer
Receive the offer letter after document check or entrance exam.
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Pay tuition
Pay the first-semester tuition fee by the deadline in the offer letter.
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Visa & enrol
Apply for a national visa (D) in your country, then enrol and apply for a residence permit.
Campus & Location
The main campus is in Katowice, with further sites in Sosnowiec, Cieszyn and Chorzow.
Master's
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