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SWPS University - Main page

 

Who we are

SWPS University

SWPS University excels in exploring the human mind and applying this expertise to address practical challenges of today and tomorrow. We believe that through better understanding of human intelligence we can learn to thrive in the world of new technologies and dynamic social change.

We are a leading higher education institution in Poland, excelling in psychology, social sciences, law, language studies, literature and cultural studies, media and communication Studies, computer science, management, and design.

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Dynamic growth and
strong community

The University was established in 1996 by three eminent professors of Psychology and now, after more than twenty years of a dynamic growth, we are proud to be a strong community of over 500 faculty of researchers and experienced academics, who teach 16,000 students enrolled in close to 50 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs, across six campuses located in major cities in Poland. Our broad education offer includes 18 undergraduate and graduate programs taught entirely in English to over 1,100 international students from more than 80 countries.

Our strategy
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We expect all members of our community to act boldly and be guided by the principles of openness and responsibility in pursuit of their life goals. We aim to inspire them to celebrate their successes, always look for new solutions, and exemplify changemaking, wherever they are in the world as our alumni, friends, or partners. This is how we are implementing the strategy of SWPS University - the University we are proud of.

Vision and Mission

As a non-public higher education institution, the purpose of SWPS University is to serve people, society, and the environment through endeavors in education, science, art, and public engagement. We fulfill this mission as a robust institution, grounded in a community of employees, students, and graduates.

By 2029, SWPS University will be a multi-campus research university - a leader in non-public education and a partner for social change.

Through our educational, scientific, artistic, and public endeavors, we will build social capital and support sustainable development goals by teaching critical thinking, facilitating life-long education, and nurturing courageous, free individuals who are capable of collaboration, dialog, and conscious decision-making.

We are here for them. We aspire for all students of SWPS University to comprehend the evolving world and to join us in effecting positive change.

Attitudes

We strengthen the following attitudes in our students, alumni and employees:

  • being proud members of our community
  • being true to the values of SWPS University
  • being intellectually inquisitive and practicing critical thinking
  • exemplifying creative passion and true engagement.

Values

We build on the classic set of university values - Beauty, Good, and Truth - by adding ones that address contemporary challenges:

Openness

A position that stems from freedom and independence, characterized by the recognition and acknowledgment of the consequences that decisions and actions have on individuals, communities, and the natural environment.

Courage

An active position manifested through bold, prudent actions and voicing out on crucial issues, which leads to the achievement of ambitious objectives and the initiation of changes that uphold respect for individuals and the natural environment.

Responsibility

A position of transparency, fostering dialog, and readiness to seek new solutions that is based on respect for diversity.

Accredited
degree programs

All of our degree programs are accredited by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Poland and the Polish Accreditation Committee, and are fully recognized within the European Higher Education Area. We are also authorized to grant doctorates and post-doctoral degrees (habilitacja) in 7 disciplines.

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Diversity

Since its inception, SWPS University has been dedicated to teaching and research. We are proud to count distinguished scholars, who engage in research on international level and publish in world’s leading academic journals, among our faculty. We highly value our teaching staff for their passionate approach to education, sharing their knowledge and experience, guiding students through the course of their studies, helping them grow as young scholars, future professionals, and most of all, as human beings.

To ensure that our students gain not only theoretical knowledge, but also practical experience, we collaborate with numerous highly-regarded professionals who excel in their respective fields and share their expertise through teaching.

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Our community

Our community extends far beyond scholars, students and alumni, and includes representatives of business, science, and culture. We have strong relationships with social and cultural organizations, and we actively contribute to a variety of cultural and social initiatives. We freely share our academic knowledge through open lectures, online platforms, meetings and workshops, at major festivals and public events.

By engaging in projects benefitting the local community and through internships, our students gain work experience and build their professional networks with various organizations and business partners, both locally and internationally. We believe that science and business can create new synergies through applied research, which provides solutions for real life problems.