Doctoral School and disciplines

What is the UPWr Doctoral School?

UPWr Doctoral School is a part of the Wrocław University of Environmental and Life Sciences (UPWr) which is one of the best specialist universities in Poland.

It conducts training and research in the field of agricultural and natural sciences as well the engineering and technical ones.

 The education lasts 4 years and is provided in full-time mode on the UPWr campus.

As an international PhD student, you are granted a monthly scholarship of 1080 EUR for covering all living expenses.

Additionally, you may receive funds for research projects or for publishing scientific articles in recognized journals.

Why PhD studies at UPWr?

Our PhD programme allows you to become part of the Wrocław international scientific community, setting you on the track to a successful career at any university or research centre so that after graduation you can apply for a postdoc position anywhere in the world.

Those are 5 good reasons why you should join us:

  • A medium size academic centre
    There are no anonymous students. We focus on an individual approach to learning and enhancing members' interaction in research teams.
  • No mass education
    Only around 30 candidates are accepted to the UPWr Doctoral School each year which makes the programme prestigious and quality-oriented.
  • International networks
    Networking with more than 140 universities in Europe and worldwide.
  • Scholarship and research funding
    Education is free and every PhD student receives a monthly scholarship. There are also many ways to apply for additional funding for research activities.
  • Based in Wrocław
    Wrocław is one of the fastest developing cities in Poland, a vibrant academic centre with a strong and diverse economy.

UPWr in a nutshell:

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In the Doctoral School you may choose a programme within 9 scientific disciplines: