The Silesian University of Technology (SUT), is the oldest technical university in the region and one of the most prestigious in Poland. It was established in 1945 as a scientific and educational facility for Upper Silesia, the most industrialized area in Poland, and one of the most industrialized in Europe. For over 76 years of its history, it has always been a public institution, playing a cultural and opinion-forming role in the region.
SUT units are located in 3 neighbouring cities, are Gliwice, Zabrze, and Katowice, with the main seat in Gliwice. 15 educational units of the University – 13 faculties, 2 institutes – currently offer 46 study programmes and about 200 specializations, including the whole spectrum of engineering studies. Aside from technical programmes, candidates may also study administration, business analytics, mathematics, sociology and management – including project management – as well as foreign languages and pedagogy. SUT employs an experienced and highly competent academic staff in the positions of professors, university professors, lecturers and assistants (1630 people). In addition, the university employs experienced engineers and technicians who specialize in the operation of devices that are equipped with teaching and research laboratories.