University of Wroclaw

Uniwersytet Wrocławski

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Plac Uniwersytecki 1

50-137 Wrocław

Phone: +48 71 375 28 77

e-mail: study@uwr.edu.pl

www: https://uwr.edu.pl/ 


phone +48 71 375 28 77
email study@uwr.edu.pl
www uwr.edu.pl/

The University of Wroclaw is one of Poland’s most esteemed academic institutions, known for combining a rich historical tradition with a forward-looking approach to research and education. Its origins date back to 1702, when Emperor Leopold I of Habsburg established the Jesuit-run Leopoldina in Wroclaw. The university, in its modern form, emerged in 1811 through the merger of the Catholic Leopoldina and the Protestant Viadrina University from Frankfurt (Oder), becoming a public institution with a diverse academic profile. From the very beginning, the university has served as a meeting point for different cultures, languages, and faiths – a reflection of the complex history and multicultural character of the city itself. In the post-World War II period, Polish scholars, primarily from the University of Lviv, rebuilt and revitalised the institution in Wroclaw, laying the foundations for its current structure. Over the years, the university has grown into a major hub for education and research, nurturing generations of scholars and contributing to global academic development. It is associated with nine Nobel Prize winners, including such notable figures as Erwin Schrödinger and Max Born.

Today, the University of Wroclaw comprises 12 faculties and educates over 22,000 students and doctoral candidates, creating a dynamic academic community. It offers a wide range of study programs in the natural sciences, humanities, social sciences, law, and interdisciplinary fields. What sets the university apart is its ability to balance historic academic values with innovation – seen in its blend of baroque architecture and modern labs, its investment in cutting-edge research, and its strong international collaborations. The university promotes active learning, critical thinking, and global engagement, supporting students through initiatives such as the Academic Incubator of Entrepreneurship and international exchange programs. Located in the vibrant, culturally rich city of Wroclaw, the university not only delivers high-quality education but also offers an inspiring environment where academic and personal development thrive.

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• 22,000 students and 660 doctoral candidates; 9,000 graduates annually.

• 12 faculties, 9 of which have received top national quality ratings.

• 80% increase in funding for research equipment and projects in recent years.

• The Academic Incubator of Entrepreneurship offers resources, funding, and mentoring for student-led ventures in collaboration with Wroclaw Technology Park.

• 9 Nobel Prize winners associated with the University, including Erwin Schrödinger and Max Born.

• QS World Rankings 2025: Linguistics (301–350), Physics & Astronomy (451–500), Mathematics (501–600), Chemistry (551–600).

• THE Rankings 2025: Overall (1201–1500); Law (301+, 3rd in Poland), Psychology (301–400, 1st in Poland); 3rd in Poland for International Outlook.

• Shanghai GRAS 2024: Psychology (201–300), Physics & Mathematics (401–500).

• Perspektywy 2024: 5th in Poland overall; 3rd place nationally in Physics and Computer Science.

• Nature Index: 156th in Europe, 3rd in Poland overall; 1st in Poland in Chemical Sciences.

• Wroclaw was a finalist for Erasmus Destination of the Year 2025.

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