Faculty of Psychology
in Kraków
The Faculty, under the leadership of Professor Edward Nęcka, was established on December 1, 2022. Our team carries out teaching and research in the discipline of psychology, with a focus on cognitive psychology, and collaborates with numerous research centers in Poland and internationally.
News
THE Rankings by Subject 2025: SWPS University's psychology program second in Poland
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SWPS University in Shanghai GRAS 2024
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Farewell to Prof. Philip Zimbardo, doctor honoris causa of SWPS University
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SWPS University in THE World University Rankings 2025
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SWPS University and the Academy of Fine Arts in Kraków Sign Cooperation Agreement
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SWPS University in QS World University Rankings: Europe 2025
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SWPS University Moves Up in Times Higher Education Impact Rankings
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SWPS University in Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2024
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SWPS University acquires new building for its Kraków campus
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Times Higher Education Ranks USWPS Psychology Program 2nd in Poland
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USWPS Ranked First in Poland for Psychology in Shanghai GRAS
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USWPS Among Poland's Best in THE World University Rankings
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USWPS Claims First Place in Poland for "Citations per Paper" in QS Rankings Europe 2024
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SWPS University Becomes Member of European Reform University Alliance
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SWPS University joins forces with Tischner European University
New campus in Kraków – 6th Faculty of Psychology
In September 2022, SWPS University opened its new campus in Kraków at the seat of the Tischner European University (WSE). This step has initiated the process of gradual integration of both institutions.
Shortly after, SWPS University’s new Faculty of Psychology in Kraków was established in December 2022. Professor Edward Nęcka, who also holds the position of the Rector of WSE, was appointed Dean of the Faculty, while Anna Popielska-Borys, who holds the position of WSE’s Director General, was appointed Director of Operations of SWPS University’s offshoot in Kraków.
As of October 2023, the Faculty of Psychology in Kraków will offer undergraduate full-time study program in English, and full-time and part-time graduate programs in Polish. The offer will also include several graduate certificate programs.
As part of the integration process of SWPS University and WSE, we have appointed a team of 16 employees representing both institutions. The team is working on transferring WSE’s education offer to SWPS University’s Józef Tischner offshoot as of 2024/2025 academic year, and on establishing the necessary administrative support and infrastructure for the seven study programs. Moreover, the team is paving the path for the launch of SWPS University’s psychology study programs at WSE’s campus in October 2023. The merger of the two higher education institutions will provide new opportunities for employees and students.
Accessible university
We strive to provide optimal learning environment for students with disabilities.
Support for students with disabilities
SWPS University offers a number of scholarships, including a special scholarship for students with disabilities. We ensure that students with special needs have access to assistants and specialized equipment. For students who find it hard to adapt to the university life, we offer free psychological consultations.
For more information, please contact:
Sylwia Tomczykiewicz
e-mail: accessibility@swps.edu.pl
Programs
in English
As of 2023/204 academic year, the Faculty of Psychology in Kraków will offer an undergraduate psychology program in English.
Academic Calendar 2024/2025
Research
Our researchers carry out research in the field of psychology with a focus on cognitive psychology.
Institute of Psychology
The Institute of Psychology coordinates and oversees research projects conducted by SWPS University’s researchers and teaching-researchers, specializing in psychology.
Read more about our Institute of Psychology
Authorities
Dean of the Faculty of Psychology in Kraków
cognitive psychologist, full member of the Polish Academy of Sciences, Rector of Tischner European University
Vice-Deans and Dean's Representative
Banasik, Marlena
Vice-Dean for Educational Affairs
Ph.D. / Assistant Professor Marlena Banasikpsychologist
Bio
Tak
Specialization
psychologist
Permanent employee
Tak
First and last name
Marlena Banasik
Email
Discipline
psychology
Position
adiunkt
Academic degree or title
Ph.D. / Assistant Professor
Role in the Faculty
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Faculty
Faculty of Psychology in Kraków
Institute
Institute of Psychology
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City
krakow
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Kucwaj, Hanna
Vice-Dean for Student Affairs
Ph.D. / Assistant Professor Hanna Kucwajpsychologist
Bio
Tak
Specialization
psychologist
Permanent employee
Tak
First and last name
Hanna Kucwaj
Academic degree or title
Ph.D. / Assistant Professor
Faculty
Faculty of Psychology in Kraków
Institute
Institute of Psychology
Role in the Faculty
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Position
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City
krakow
Discipline
psychology
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Zięba, Sabina
Dean's Representative for the Quality of Education
Ph.D. / Assistant Professor Sabina Ziębapsychologist
Bio
Tak
Specialization
psychologist
Permanent employee
Tak
First and last name
Sabina Zięba
Academic degree or title
Ph.D. / Assistant Professor
Email
City
krakow
Discipline
psychology
Institute
Institute of Psychology
Position
adiunkt
Role in the Faculty
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Faculty
Faculty of Psychology in Kraków
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Faculty
members
Our faculty members includes acclaimed experts in psychology, who carry out interdisciplinary research, contribute to international research projects and conferences, and are members of internationals research organizations specializing in psychology.
Banasik, Marlena
Ph.D. / Assistant Professor Marlena Banasikpsychologist
Bio
Tak
Specialization
psychologist
Permanent employee
Tak
First and last name
Marlena Banasik
Email
Discipline
psychology
Position
adiunkt
Academic degree or title
Ph.D. / Assistant Professor
Role in the Faculty
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Faculty
Faculty of Psychology in Kraków
Institute
Institute of Psychology
Role in the Institute
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City
krakow
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Barwiński, Łukasz
Ph.D. / Assistant Professor Łukasz Barwińskiclinical and forensic psychologist
Bio
Tak
Permanent employee
Tak
First and last name
Łukasz Barwiński
Academic degree or title
Ph.D. / Assistant Professor
Email
lbarwiński@swps.edu.pl
City
krakow
Position
adiunkt
Role in the Faculty
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Specialization
clinical and forensic psychologist
Discipline
psychology
Faculty
Faculty of Psychology in Kraków
Role in the Department
[]
Role in the Institute
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Role in the Research Center
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Buczel, Mikołaj (Klara)
M.A. / Research and Teaching Assistant Mikołaj (Klara) Buczelpsychologist
Bio
Nie
Permanent employee
Tak
First and last name
Mikołaj (Klara) Buczel
Academic degree or title
M.A. / Research and Teaching Assistant
Email
City
krakow
Institute
Institute of Psychology
Position
asystent
Role in the Faculty
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Role in the Institute
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Specialization
psychologist
Discipline
psychology
Faculty
Faculty of Psychology in Kraków
Role in the Department
[]
Role in the Research Center
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Iskra-Golec, Irena
Ph.D. / Associate Professor Irena Iskra-Golecpsychologist, specializing in chronopsychology
Bio
Nie
Permanent employee
Tak
Role in the Faculty
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Specialization
psychologist, specializing in chronopsychology
First and last name
Irena Iskra-Golec
Academic degree or title
Ph.D. / Associate Professor
Email
City
krakow
Discipline
psychology
Position
profesor uczelni
Role in the Institute
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Faculty
Faculty of Psychology in Kraków
Institute
Institute of Psychology
Role in the Department
[]
Role in the Research Center
[]
Kękuś, Magdalena
Ph.D. / Assistant Professor Magdalena Kękuśpsychologist, sexologist
Bio
Tak
Specialization
psychologist, sexologist
Permanent employee
Tak
First and last name
Magdalena Kękuś
Academic degree or title
Ph.D. / Assistant Professor
Email
City
krakow
Role in the Institute
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Role in the Faculty
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Discipline
psychology
Faculty
Faculty of Psychology in Kraków
Institute
Institute of Psychology
Position
adiunkt
Role in the Department
[]
Role in the Research Center
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Kosno, Magdalena
Ph.D. / Assistant Professor Magdalena Kosnopsychologist, special ed pedagogue
Bio
Tak
Specialization
psychologist, special ed pedagogue
Permanent employee
Tak
First and last name
Magdalena Kosno
Academic degree or title
Ph.D. / Assistant Professor
Email
City
krakow
Discipline
psychology
Position
adiunkt
Role in the Faculty
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Faculty
Faculty of Psychology in Kraków
Role in the Department
[]
Role in the Institute
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Role in the Research Center
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Kucwaj, Hanna
Ph.D. / Assistant Professor Hanna Kucwajpsychologist
Bio
Tak
Specialization
psychologist
Permanent employee
Tak
First and last name
Hanna Kucwaj
Academic degree or title
Ph.D. / Assistant Professor
Faculty
Faculty of Psychology in Kraków
Institute
Institute of Psychology
Role in the Faculty
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Role in the Institute
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Position
adiunkt
Email
City
krakow
Discipline
psychology
Role in the Department
[]
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Lewandowska, Paulina
M.Sc. / Teaching Assistant Paulina Lewandowskapsychologist, cognitive neuroscientists
Bio
Tak
Specialization
psychologist
Permanent employee
Tak
First and last name
Paulina Lewandowska
Academic degree or title
M.Sc. / Teaching Assistant
Email
City
krakow
Discipline
psychology
Faculty
Faculty of Psychology in Kraków
Position
asystent
Role in the Faculty
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Nęcka, Edward
Professor Edward Nęckacognitive psychologist, full member of the Polish Academy of Sciences, Rector of Tischner European University
Bio
Tak
Permanent employee
Tak
First and last name
Edward Nęcka
Academic degree or title
Professor
Email
Role in the Faculty
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Specialization
cognitive psychologist, full member of the Polish Academy of Sciences, Rector of Tischner European University
Discipline
psychology
Position
profesor
Institute
Institute of Psychology
City
krakow
Faculty
Faculty of Psychology in Kraków
Role in the Institute
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Paszulewicz, Jakub
M.A. / Teaching Assistant Jakub Paszulewiczpsychologist
Bio
Tak
Specialization
psychologist
Permanent employee
Tak
First and last name
Jakub Paszulewicz
Academic degree or title
M.A. / Teaching Assistant
City
krakow
Discipline
psychology
Faculty
Faculty of Psychology in Kraków
Position
asystent
Role in the Faculty
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Email
Role in the Department
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Szydłowska-Klakla, Paulina
Ph.D. / Assistant Professor Paulina Szydłowska-Klaklachild psychologist
Bio
Tak
Specialization
child psychologist
Permanent employee
Tak
First and last name
Paulina Szydłowska-Klakla
Academic degree or title
Ph.D. / Assistant Professor
City
krakow
Discipline
psychology
Faculty
Faculty of Psychology in Kraków
Institute
Institute of Psychology
Role in the Faculty
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Role in the Institute
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Position
adiunkt
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Wójcik, Natalia
Ph.D. / Assistant Professor Natalia Wójcikpsychologist and psychotherapist
Bio
Tak
Specialization
psychologist and psychotherapist
Permanent employee
Tak
First and last name
Natalia Wójcik
Academic degree or title
Ph.D. / Assistant Professor
City
krakow
Discipline
psychology
Faculty
Faculty of Psychology in Kraków
Position
adiunkt
Role in the Faculty
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Email
Role in the Institute
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Institute
Institute of Psychology
Role in the Department
[]
Role in the Research Center
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Zięba, Sabina
Ph.D. / Assistant Professor Sabina Ziębapsychologist
Bio
Tak
Specialization
psychologist
Permanent employee
Tak
First and last name
Sabina Zięba
Academic degree or title
Ph.D. / Assistant Professor
Email
City
krakow
Discipline
psychology
Institute
Institute of Psychology
Position
adiunkt
Role in the Faculty
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Role in the Institute
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Faculty
Faculty of Psychology in Kraków
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