SWPS University in THE World University Rankings by Subject 2025: Psychology
In the latest rankings, SWPS University ranked second among nine Polish universities that offer programs in psychology, an increase from seven institutions evaluated last year. Jagiellonian University and the Universities of Warsaw and Wrocław shared the top spot.
We continue to excel in key metrics, remaining the national leader in the international outlook category and securing third place in research quality among Polish institutions. Globally, SWPS University ranked in the 401–500 band out of 654 universities from 66 countries and territories.
For more details, visit the Times Higher Education website
THE World University Rankings by Subject: Psychology assess universities' performance across various fields, including educational, sport, business, animal, and clinical psychology. The methodology, based on rigorous and trusted performance indicators, is tailored to the discipline.
Strong results across other disciplines
In addition to psychology, SWPS University achieved notable results in other areas evaluated by THE rankings:
In THE World University Rankings by Subject 2025: Social Sciences, SWPS University reaffirmed its position as the leader in Poland, alongside three other universities
For the first time, SWPS University was evaluated in THE World University Rankings by Subject: Arts and Humanities, securing seventh position in Poland overall and first in the international outlook category.
Times Higher Education World University Rankings
SWPS University also achieved strong results in the overall THE World University Rankings. Out of 40 Polish universities featured in 2025 rankings (up from 37), we placed fifth nationally and maintained our global ranking within the 1201–1500 band. This year's rankings evaluated 185 more institutions worldwide compared to 2024, demonstrating our consistent standing amidst growing competition.
Learn more about our standing in THE World University Rankings 2025
Choose a psychology program designed for the future
SWPS University offers a modern psychology education tailored to meet the needs of a dynamic job market. Our programs offer a variety of specializations grounded in the latest psychological research and aligned with European teaching standards.
Currently, we offer six psychology programs in English in four cities: Kraków, Warsaw, Wrocław and Sopot.
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Psychology
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Psychology
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Warsaw
Bachelor’s degree
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Psychology
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Wrocław
Bachelor’s degree
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Psychology
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Sopot
Bachelor’s degree
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Psychology
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Global-MINDS:
Psychology of Global Mobility, Inclusion and Diversity in Society
full-time