Detailed introduction of the University of Opole:

Introduction

The University of Opole is located in Opole, Poland. It is a public research university in Poland and occupies an important position in the Polish higher education system.

Overview

Number of students: There are about 17,500 students.

Number of faculty and staff: The total number of faculty and staff is 1,380, including 203 professors and qualified doctors and 327 doctors.

History and establishment time

The school was established on March 10, 1994, by merging one of the best educational colleges in Poland - Opole Higher Education College and the Opole branch of the Catholic University of Lublin.

School strength

Faculty: It has a high-quality faculty team, many of whom have profound academic attainments and rich teaching experience, among which professors and doctors account for a high proportion, and can provide students with professional and high-quality education and teaching services.

Scientific research results: The school has carried out in-depth research in many fields and achieved remarkable results. For example, in the field of economics, the academic journal Economic and Environmental Studies published by the university has a certain influence; in addition, the university also hosts the UNESCO Chair in Cultural Property Law and oversees a paleontological excavation site in Krasyovo, where major archaeological discoveries have been made.

International Cooperation: The university actively cooperates with many academic and business partners at home and abroad. It is one of the member schools of the Socrates-Erasmus program and other projects. Students have the opportunity to participate in international exchanges, internships and exchange programs to broaden their international perspectives and improve their comprehensive quality.

Institutional Nature

Public University.

Educational Philosophy

The educational philosophy of the University of Opole emphasizes the combination of research and teaching, and focuses on cultivating students' comprehensive quality and practical ability. Its unique "Opole Education Model" aims to give graduates, including those who participate in professional and vocational courses, a solid liberal arts background, so that students can study in a research-based institution while enjoying the personalized care and education usually provided by liberal arts colleges.

Key Laboratories and Disciplines

Key Laboratories: The university has some laboratories and research centers closely related to disciplines, but no specific key laboratories are clearly stated. The Krassiyov paleontological excavation site under its supervision can be regarded as an important scientific research practice site.

Key disciplines: It covers multiple disciplines, among which economics, linguistics, theology, mathematics and computer science, chemistry and other disciplines are relatively prominent. For example, the economics major focuses on combining theory with practice, and cultivates students' abilities in economic analysis, financial management, etc.; the linguistics major provides learning and research in multiple languages, including Polish, German, English, etc., laying the foundation for students to engage in translation, education, cultural exchange, etc.

Faculty

The school consists of 12 colleges, 20 institutes and 12 inter-school units, including the School of Arts, the School of Social Sciences, the School of Theology, the School of Mathematics, Physics and Computer Science, the School of Natural Sciences and Technology, the School of Economics, the School of Law, the School of Chemistry, the School of Arts, the School of Medicine, etc.

Ranking

In the 2022 QS Emerging Europe and Central Asia University Rankings, it ranks 241-250.

In the 2022-2023 U.S. News & World Report's Best Global Universities Rankings, it ranks 1233rd.

Expenses

Tuition fees vary by major and degree level, and no clear specific data has been obtained yet. The school provides students with a variety of scholarship opportunities to help students reduce their financial burden and motivate them to achieve better academic results.

Campus

Location and environment: Located in Opole, Poland, the city is about 340 kilometers away from the capital Warsaw and adjacent to the Czech Republic. It has unique regional cultural characteristics and provides students with a relatively quiet and culturally rich learning and living environment.

Campus facilities: The campus is fully equipped with modern teaching buildings, libraries, laboratories, sports centers, etc., which provide good conditions for students' study, scientific research and extracurricular activities. The main library has a rich collection of books, which provides strong support for the academic research of teachers and students; the sports center is equipped with various sports facilities to meet the needs of students' daily exercise and physical education courses.