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The University of Rzeszów () is a
public university A public university, state university, or public college is a university or college that is State ownership, owned by the state or receives significant funding from a government. Whether a national university is considered public varies from o ...
located in
Rzeszów Rzeszów ( , ) is the largest city in southeastern Poland. It is located on both sides of the Wisłok River in the heartland of the Sandomierz Basin. Rzeszów is the capital of the Subcarpathian Voivodeship and the county seat, seat of Rzeszów C ...
,
Poland Poland, officially the Republic of Poland, is a country in Central Europe. It extends from the Baltic Sea in the north to the Sudetes and Carpathian Mountains in the south, bordered by Lithuania and Russia to the northeast, Belarus and Ukrai ...
. It was established on September 1, 2001 through the merger of several higher education institutions in the city, including the Rzeszów branch of the
Maria Curie-Skłodowska University Maria Curie-Skłodowska University (MCSU) (, UMCS) is a public research university, in Lublin, Poland. It is named in honour of Marie Curie-Sklodowska. The University was founded on October 23, 1944, by the Lublin Committee during the Second W ...
,
Pedagogical University of Kraków The University of National Education Comision (, UKEN), is named after the Commission of National Education created by King Stanisław August Poniatowski. It is a public university located in Kraków, Poland. It was founded soon after the conclu ...
, and the Department of Economics of the Hugo Kołłątaj University of Agriculture in
Kraków , officially the Royal Capital City of Kraków, is the List of cities and towns in Poland, second-largest and one of the oldest cities in Poland. Situated on the Vistula River in Lesser Poland Voivodeship, the city has a population of 804,237 ...
.


Overview

The university serves as a major center for higher education in southeastern Poland, offering a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs. As of 2024, the University of Rzeszów is composed of 12 departments, covering disciplines such as the following: * Humanities * Medicine * Law and Administration * Education * Biology and Agriculture * Mathematics and Natural Sciences * Economics * Sociology and History * Art The university also operates several research centers and institutes, and has developed partnerships with academic institutions across Europe and beyond.


Campus and facilities

The university’s main campus is located within the city of Rzeszów. It maintains specialized units including the following: * The Medical College (with a Clinical Hospital) * The Academic Sports Center * The Center for Innovation and Knowledge Transfer


Research and international cooperation

The University of Rzeszów places significant emphasis on scientific research and development. It participates in various national and EU-funded research projects and hosts international conferences across disciplines. The university has active student and faculty exchange programs under the Erasmus+ framework and maintains bilateral agreements with universities in countries such as Germany, Italy, Ukraine, and the United States.


Notable achievements

* The university is recognized for its Medical College, which has grown steadily in reputation since its establishment. * It has contributed significantly to regional socio-economic development, particularly in the Subcarpathian region. * Its Department of Biotechnology and Institute of Agricultural Sciences have gained international attention for innovative research.


Geographical location

The University of Rzeszów is located in the city of
Rzeszów Rzeszów ( , ) is the largest city in southeastern Poland. It is located on both sides of the Wisłok River in the heartland of the Sandomierz Basin. Rzeszów is the capital of the Subcarpathian Voivodeship and the county seat, seat of Rzeszów C ...
, the capital of the
Subcarpathian Voivodeship Subcarpathian Voivodeship is a Voivodeships of Poland, voivodeship, or province, in the southeastern corner of Poland. Its administrative capital and largest city is Rzeszów. Along with the Marshal, it is governed by the Subcarpathian Regional As ...
in southeastern
Poland Poland, officially the Republic of Poland, is a country in Central Europe. It extends from the Baltic Sea in the north to the Sudetes and Carpathian Mountains in the south, bordered by Lithuania and Russia to the northeast, Belarus and Ukrai ...
. Its main campus is situated at Aleja Tadeusza Rejtana 16C, in an urban setting that offers students access to a variety of
cultural Culture ( ) is a concept that encompasses the social behavior, institutions, and Social norm, norms found in human societies, as well as the knowledge, beliefs, arts, laws, Social norm, customs, capabilities, Attitude (psychology), attitudes ...
and recreational opportunities. The geographical coordinates of the university are approximately 50°01′48″N latitude and 22°00′56″E longitude. All facilities and grounds belonging to the University of Rzeszów cover an area of 437 acres (177 hectares).


Academic profile

The University of Rzeszów offers a comprehensive range of
undergraduate Undergraduate education is education conducted after secondary education and before postgraduate education, usually in a college or university. It typically includes all postsecondary programs up to the level of a bachelor's degree. For example, ...
,
postgraduate Postgraduate education, graduate education, or graduate school consists of academic or professional degrees, certificates, diplomas, or other qualifications usually pursued by post-secondary students who have earned an undergraduate (bachelor' ...
, and
doctoral A doctorate (from Latin ''doctor'', meaning "teacher") or doctoral degree is a postgraduate academic degree awarded by universities and some other educational institutions, derived from the ancient formalism '' licentia docendi'' ("licence to teach ...
programs across various fields of study. The university has numerous institutes and
research centre A research institute, research centre, or research organization is an establishment founded for doing research. Research institutes may specialize in basic research or may be oriented to applied research. Although the term often implies natural sc ...
s involved in disciplines ranging from the
natural sciences Natural science or empirical science is one of the branches of science concerned with the description, understanding and prediction of natural phenomena, based on empirical evidence from observation and experimentation. Mechanisms such as peer ...
to the
humanities Humanities are academic disciplines that study aspects of human society and culture, including Philosophy, certain fundamental questions asked by humans. During the Renaissance, the term "humanities" referred to the study of classical literature a ...
. UR maintains active collaborations with both domestic and international institutions, participating in
academic exchange A student exchange program is a program in which students from a secondary school (high school) or higher education study abroad at one of their institution's partner institutions. A student exchange program may involve international travel, bu ...
programmes and joint
research project Research is creative and systematic work undertaken to increase the stock of knowledge. It involves the collection, organization, and analysis of evidence to increase understanding of a topic, characterized by a particular attentiveness to ...
s.


Leadership

Since its establishment, the University of Rzeszów has been led by the following rectors: * Professor Tadeusz Lulek (2001–2002) * Professor Włodzimierz Bonusiak (2002–2008) * Professor Stanisław Uliasz (2008–2012) * Professor
Aleksander Bobko Aleksander Bobko (born 23 March 1952) is the Deputy Minister of Science and Higher Education of Poland. He was previously the rector of Rzeszów University. Biography Bobko graduated in informatics from the AGH University of Science and Tech ...
(2012–2015) * Professor
Sylwester Czopek Sylwester Czopek (born 1958 in Bełżyce) is the rector of Rzeszów University. He is an archaeologist and museologist. In 2011 Czopek received the Knight's Cross of the Order of Polonia Restituta The Order of Polonia Restituta (, ) is a P ...
(2015–2024) * Professor Adam Reich (2024–present)


Organisation and faculties

As of January 2025, the University of Rzeszów comprises fifteen
faculties Faculty or faculties may refer to: Academia * Faculty (academic staff), professors, researchers, and teachers of a given university or college (North American usage) * Faculty (division), a large department of a university by field of study (us ...
: * Faculty of
Biology Biology is the scientific study of life and living organisms. It is a broad natural science that encompasses a wide range of fields and unifying principles that explain the structure, function, growth, History of life, origin, evolution, and ...
and Nature Protection * Faculty of
Biotechnology Biotechnology is a multidisciplinary field that involves the integration of natural sciences and Engineering Science, engineering sciences in order to achieve the application of organisms and parts thereof for products and services. Specialists ...
* Faculty of
Economics Economics () is a behavioral science that studies the Production (economics), production, distribution (economics), distribution, and Consumption (economics), consumption of goods and services. Economics focuses on the behaviour and interac ...
and
Finance Finance refers to monetary resources and to the study and Academic discipline, discipline of money, currency, assets and Liability (financial accounting), liabilities. As a subject of study, is a field of Business administration, Business Admin ...
* Faculty of Education and
Philosophy Philosophy ('love of wisdom' in Ancient Greek) is a systematic study of general and fundamental questions concerning topics like existence, reason, knowledge, Value (ethics and social sciences), value, mind, and language. It is a rational an ...
* Faculty of Exact and Technical Sciences * Faculty of Fine Arts * Faculty of
Health Sciences The following outline is provided as an overview of and topical guide to health sciences: Health sciences – those sciences that focus on health, or health care, as core parts of their subject matter. Health sciences relate to multiple a ...
and Psychology * Faculty of Humanities * Faculty of
Law Law is a set of rules that are created and are enforceable by social or governmental institutions to regulate behavior, with its precise definition a matter of longstanding debate. It has been variously described as a science and as the ar ...
and Administration * Faculty of
Medicine Medicine is the science and Praxis (process), practice of caring for patients, managing the Medical diagnosis, diagnosis, prognosis, Preventive medicine, prevention, therapy, treatment, Palliative care, palliation of their injury or disease, ...
* Faculty of Music * Faculty of
Philology Philology () is the study of language in Oral tradition, oral and writing, written historical sources. It is the intersection of textual criticism, literary criticism, history, and linguistics with strong ties to etymology. Philology is also de ...
* Faculty of Physical Culture Sciences * Faculty of
Social Sciences Social science (often rendered in the plural as the social sciences) is one of the branches of science, devoted to the study of society, societies and the Social relation, relationships among members within those societies. The term was former ...
* Faculty of Technology and Life Sciences In addition to its faculties, the university hosts several interfaculty units, including the Physical Education and Recreation Centre, the Centre for Foreign Language Studies, and the cultural and educational centre Resovia Saltans


English-language degree programmes

The University of Rzeszów currently offers three degree programmes taught in English: * Media, Visual and Social Communication * Medicine * Physiotherapy


Lifelong learning

The university provides a variety of programs and initiatives focused on
lifelong learning Lifelong learning is the "ongoing, voluntary, and self-motivated" pursuit of learning for either personal or professional reasons. Lifelong learning is important for an individual's competitiveness and employability, but also enhances social in ...
. These programs are intended to support professionals in developing skills relevant to contemporary demands. The university's lifelong learning initiatives seek to contribute to professional development and the advancement of a knowledge-based society. The concept of lifelong learning at the University is implemented through various educational pathways and institutions, including the following: * The ‘Small University’ of Rzeszów * The Children's Technical University * The Bilingual University Secondary School * First- and Second-Cycle Studies as well as Long-Cycle Master's Degree Programmes * The Rzeszów University Doctoral School * Postgraduate Studies * The University of the Third Age These activities also involve collaboration and partnerships, increased investment in
human resources Human resources (HR) is the set of people who make up the workforce of an organization, business sector, industry, or economy. A narrower concept is human capital, the knowledge and skills which the individuals command. Similar terms include ' ...
, and the development of advisory services.


University hospital

The University Hospital named after Fryderyk Chopin in
Rzeszów Rzeszów ( , ) is the largest city in southeastern Poland. It is located on both sides of the Wisłok River in the heartland of the Sandomierz Basin. Rzeszów is the capital of the Subcarpathian Voivodeship and the county seat, seat of Rzeszów C ...
is a leading
teaching hospital A teaching hospital or university hospital is a hospital or medical center that provides medical education and training to future and current health professionals. Teaching hospitals are almost always affiliated with one or more universities a ...
and medical centre in the region. It offers a wide range of
health care Health care, or healthcare, is the improvement or maintenance of health via the preventive healthcare, prevention, diagnosis, therapy, treatment, wikt:amelioration, amelioration or cure of disease, illness, injury, and other disability, physic ...
services, including
oncology Oncology is a branch of medicine that deals with the study, treatment, diagnosis, and prevention of cancer. A medical professional who practices oncology is an ''oncologist''. The name's Etymology, etymological origin is the Greek word ὄγ ...
,
surgery Surgery is a medical specialty that uses manual and instrumental techniques to diagnose or treat pathological conditions (e.g., trauma, disease, injury, malignancy), to alter bodily functions (e.g., malabsorption created by bariatric surgery s ...
, rehabilitation, and genetic diagnostics. The hospital collaborates closely with the University of Rzeszów, providing
medical students A medical school is a tertiary educational institution, professional school, or forms a part of such an institution, that teaches medicine, and awards a professional degree for physicians. Such medical degrees include the Bachelor of Medicine, ...
with opportunities for practical clinical experience and engage in
scientific research The scientific method is an empirical method for acquiring knowledge that has been referred to while doing science since at least the 17th century. Historically, it was developed through the centuries from the ancient and medieval world. The ...
. The University Hospital is a key component of the region’s healthcare infrastructure.


Partner universities

The University of Rzeszów maintains a network of partner universities around the world. Through programmes such as
Erasmus+ Erasmus+ is the European Commission's programme for education, training, youth, and sport for the 2021–2027 period, succeeding the previous programme (2014–2020). As an integrated programme, Erasmus+ offers more opportunities for the mobi ...
, the university collaborates with institutions in countries including
Cyprus Cyprus (), officially the Republic of Cyprus, is an island country in the eastern Mediterranean Sea. Situated in West Asia, its cultural identity and geopolitical orientation are overwhelmingly Southeast European. Cyprus is the List of isl ...
, the
Czech Republic The Czech Republic, also known as Czechia, and historically known as Bohemia, is a landlocked country in Central Europe. The country is bordered by Austria to the south, Germany to the west, Poland to the northeast, and Slovakia to the south ...
,
Greece Greece, officially the Hellenic Republic, is a country in Southeast Europe. Located on the southern tip of the Balkan peninsula, it shares land borders with Albania to the northwest, North Macedonia and Bulgaria to the north, and Turkey to th ...
,
Spain Spain, or the Kingdom of Spain, is a country in Southern Europe, Southern and Western Europe with territories in North Africa. Featuring the Punta de Tarifa, southernmost point of continental Europe, it is the largest country in Southern Eur ...
,
Iceland Iceland is a Nordic countries, Nordic island country between the Atlantic Ocean, North Atlantic and Arctic Oceans, on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge between North America and Europe. It is culturally and politically linked with Europe and is the regi ...
,
Lithuania Lithuania, officially the Republic of Lithuania, is a country in the Baltic region of Europe. It is one of three Baltic states and lies on the eastern shore of the Baltic Sea, bordered by Latvia to the north, Belarus to the east and south, P ...
,
Latvia Latvia, officially the Republic of Latvia, is a country in the Baltic region of Northern Europe. It is one of the three Baltic states, along with Estonia to the north and Lithuania to the south. It borders Russia to the east and Belarus to t ...
,
Germany Germany, officially the Federal Republic of Germany, is a country in Central Europe. It lies between the Baltic Sea and the North Sea to the north and the Alps to the south. Its sixteen States of Germany, constituent states have a total popu ...
,
Romania Romania is a country located at the crossroads of Central Europe, Central, Eastern Europe, Eastern and Southeast Europe. It borders Ukraine to the north and east, Hungary to the west, Serbia to the southwest, Bulgaria to the south, Moldova to ...
,
Turkey Turkey, officially the Republic of Türkiye, is a country mainly located in Anatolia in West Asia, with a relatively small part called East Thrace in Southeast Europe. It borders the Black Sea to the north; Georgia (country), Georgia, Armen ...
,
Hungary Hungary is a landlocked country in Central Europe. Spanning much of the Pannonian Basin, Carpathian Basin, it is bordered by Slovakia to the north, Ukraine to the northeast, Romania to the east and southeast, Serbia to the south, Croatia and ...
, and
Italy Italy, officially the Italian Republic, is a country in Southern Europe, Southern and Western Europe, Western Europe. It consists of Italian Peninsula, a peninsula that extends into the Mediterranean Sea, with the Alps on its northern land b ...
. These international partnerships support
student A student is a person enrolled in a school or other educational institution, or more generally, a person who takes a special interest in a subject. In the United Kingdom and most The Commonwealth, commonwealth countries, a "student" attends ...
and staff exchanges, joint research projects, and other collaborative initiatives that enhance the educational experience and broaden the university’s global reach.


Impact on the region and country

The University of Rzeszów plays a vital role in the development of the
Subcarpathian Voivodeship Subcarpathian Voivodeship is a Voivodeships of Poland, voivodeship, or province, in the southeastern corner of Poland. Its administrative capital and largest city is Rzeszów. Along with the Marshal, it is governed by the Subcarpathian Regional As ...
and
Poland Poland, officially the Republic of Poland, is a country in Central Europe. It extends from the Baltic Sea in the north to the Sudetes and Carpathian Mountains in the south, bordered by Lithuania and Russia to the northeast, Belarus and Ukrai ...
as a whole. Its
research Research is creative and systematic work undertaken to increase the stock of knowledge. It involves the collection, organization, and analysis of evidence to increase understanding of a topic, characterized by a particular attentiveness to ...
and educational activities contribute to the
sustainable development Sustainable development is an approach to growth and Human development (economics), human development that aims to meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.United Nations General ...
of
rural areas In general, a rural area or a countryside is a geographic area that is located outside towns and cities. Typical rural areas have a low population density and small settlements. Agricultural areas and areas with forestry are typically descri ...
, support local industries, and address region-specific challenges. Through collaboration with
local government Local government is a generic term for the lowest tiers of governance or public administration within a particular sovereign state. Local governments typically constitute a subdivision of a higher-level political or administrative unit, such a ...
authorities and the
business sector In economics, the business sector or corporate sector - sometimes popularly called simply "business" - is "the part of the economy made up by companies". It is a subset of the domestic economy, excluding the economic activities of general gover ...
, the university helps foster
innovation Innovation is the practical implementation of ideas that result in the introduction of new goods or service (economics), services or improvement in offering goods or services. ISO TC 279 in the standard ISO 56000:2020 defines innovation as "a n ...
and stimulate
economic growth In economics, economic growth is an increase in the quantity and quality of the economic goods and Service (economics), services that a society Production (economics), produces. It can be measured as the increase in the inflation-adjusted Outp ...
, positioning itself as a key actor in the region's development strategy.


Global scientific contributions

The University of Rzeszów is recognized for its contributions to global scientific research. It ranks among the top
universities in Poland This is a list of universities in Poland. In total, there are approximately 457 universities and collegiate-level institutions of higher education in Poland, including 131 government-funded and 326 privately owned universities, with almost 2 millio ...
and maintains a strong presence in various research domains, including
biology Biology is the scientific study of life and living organisms. It is a broad natural science that encompasses a wide range of fields and unifying principles that explain the structure, function, growth, History of life, origin, evolution, and ...
,
liberal arts Liberal arts education () is a traditional academic course in Western higher education. ''Liberal arts'' takes the term ''skill, art'' in the sense of a learned skill rather than specifically the fine arts. ''Liberal arts education'' can refe ...
,
social sciences Social science (often rendered in the plural as the social sciences) is one of the branches of science, devoted to the study of society, societies and the Social relation, relationships among members within those societies. The term was former ...
, and environmental science. University researchers participate in projects that address global challenges and expand knowledge across disciplines. Eleven researchers from the University were listed in a ranking of the world’s most influential scientists.


Research

The University of Rzeszów conducts high-level
scientific research The scientific method is an empirical method for acquiring knowledge that has been referred to while doing science since at least the 17th century. Historically, it was developed through the centuries from the ancient and medieval world. The ...
across multiple
academic disciplines An academic discipline or academic field is a subdivision of knowledge that is taught and researched at the college or university level. Disciplines are defined (in part) and recognized by the academic journals in which research is published, a ...
. It holds the authority to confer both
doctoral degrees A doctorate (from Latin ''doctor'', meaning "teacher") or doctoral degree is a postgraduate academic degree awarded by universities and some other educational institutions, derived from the ancient formalism '' licentia docendi'' ("licence to teach ...
and postdoctoral degrees in numerous fields. Academic staff at the university lead a wide range of research projects funded by national and international institutions. One of the university’s most notable achievements is the discovery of a
Scythian The Scythians ( or ) or Scyths (, but note Scytho- () in composition) and sometimes also referred to as the Pontic Scythians, were an ancient Eastern Iranian equestrian nomadic people who had migrated during the 9th to 8th centuries BC fr ...
settlement in Chotyniec, a finding that received significant attention within the archaeological community and beyond. A key component of the university's research infrastructure is the Centre for Innovation and Technology Transfer in Technical and Natural Sciences, which supports
applied research Applied science is the application of the scientific method and scientific knowledge to attain practical goals. It includes a broad range of disciplines, such as engineering and medicine. Applied science is often contrasted with basic science, ...
and promotes collaboration with the
business sector In economics, the business sector or corporate sector - sometimes popularly called simply "business" - is "the part of the economy made up by companies". It is a subset of the domestic economy, excluding the economic activities of general gover ...
. The university also hosts modern laboratories in areas such as
biotechnology Biotechnology is a multidisciplinary field that involves the integration of natural sciences and Engineering Science, engineering sciences in order to achieve the application of organisms and parts thereof for products and services. Specialists ...
,
physics Physics is the scientific study of matter, its Elementary particle, fundamental constituents, its motion and behavior through space and time, and the related entities of energy and force. "Physical science is that department of knowledge whi ...
,
chemistry Chemistry is the scientific study of the properties and behavior of matter. It is a physical science within the natural sciences that studies the chemical elements that make up matter and chemical compound, compounds made of atoms, molecules a ...
,
materials science Materials science is an interdisciplinary field of researching and discovering materials. Materials engineering is an engineering field of finding uses for materials in other fields and industries. The intellectual origins of materials sci ...
,
medicine Medicine is the science and Praxis (process), practice of caring for patients, managing the Medical diagnosis, diagnosis, prognosis, Preventive medicine, prevention, therapy, treatment, Palliative care, palliation of their injury or disease, ...
, and the
natural sciences Natural science or empirical science is one of the branches of science concerned with the description, understanding and prediction of natural phenomena, based on empirical evidence from observation and experimentation. Mechanisms such as peer ...
, facilitating the implementation of projects of both regional and international significance.


Research and development cooperation and commercialisation


University Centre for Technology Transfer

The University of Rzeszów engages in a wide range of applied research and development initiatives through the University Centre for Technology Transfer (UCTT), which facilitates collaboration between academia and industry. These are some examples of such collaboration: *Preparation and submission of field protocols, including geocoded photographs and data from ichthyofauna monitoring conducted at 99 sites, for the Stanisław Sakowicz Inland Fisheries Institute – National Research Institute in Olsztyn (2021–2023). *R&D project titled “Development of soluble plant extracts enriched through ozonation” for the company OSMO.PL, involving the development of extraction technologies using
cranberry Cranberries are a group of evergreen dwarf shrubs or trailing vines in the subgenus ''Oxycoccus'' of the genus ''Vaccinium''. Cranberries are low, creeping shrubs or vines up to long and in height; they have slender stems that are not th ...
and
pine A pine is any conifer tree or shrub in the genus ''Pinus'' () of the family Pinaceae. ''Pinus'' is the sole genus in the subfamily Pinoideae. ''World Flora Online'' accepts 134 species-rank taxa (119 species and 15 nothospecies) of pines as cu ...
bioactive compounds, preservation methods, and sensory evaluation (2021–2023). *Ongoing cooperation with prosecutor's offices,
courts A court is an institution, often a government entity, with the authority to adjudicate legal disputes between parties and administer justice in civil, criminal, and administrative matters in accordance with the rule of law. Courts gene ...
, the Polish Forensic Association, and private clients in the preparation of expert opinions, document analysis, and
fingerprint A fingerprint is an impression left by the friction ridges of a human finger. The recovery of partial fingerprints from a crime scene is an important method of forensic science. Moisture and grease on a finger result in fingerprints on surfa ...
examinations. *Biochemical evaluation of new pasta products developed by Makarony Polskie S.A. for the prevention of chronic diseases, leading to the commercial launch of the following: ** Novelle DIABETIC (type 2
diabetes Diabetes mellitus, commonly known as diabetes, is a group of common endocrine diseases characterized by sustained high blood sugar levels. Diabetes is due to either the pancreas not producing enough of the hormone insulin, or the cells of th ...
prevention, 2022), ** Novelle CARDIO (prevention of
atherosclerosis Atherosclerosis is a pattern of the disease arteriosclerosis, characterized by development of abnormalities called lesions in walls of arteries. This is a chronic inflammatory disease involving many different cell types and is driven by eleva ...
, 2023), ** Novelle FIT (prevention of
obesity Obesity is a medical condition, considered by multiple organizations to be a disease, in which excess Adipose tissue, body fat has accumulated to such an extent that it can potentially have negative effects on health. People are classifi ...
, 2023), in collaboration with the university’s
special-purpose entity A special-purpose entity (SPE), also called a special-purpose vehicle (SPV) or a financial vehicle corporation (FVC), is a legal entity (usually a limited company of some type or, sometimes, a limited partnership) created to fulfill narrow, speci ...
, InventUR.


InventUR

Through its special-purpose vehicle InventUR, the University of Rzeszów strengthens cooperation with industry. Noteworthy examples include the following:* *Signing of a cooperation agreement in September 2024 with Veolia EKOZEC Sp. z o.o. for the development of environmentally sustainable solutions, including the utilisation of biomass combustion by-products and flue gas desulphurisation waste, as well as the production of granulated fertilisers from stabilised sewage sludge. *A 2023–2024 study evaluating the recycling potential of kitchen and garden
bio-waste Biodegradable waste includes any organic matter in type of waste, waste which can be broken down into carbon dioxide, water, methane, compost, humus, and simple organic molecules by Microorganism, micro-organisms and other living things by compos ...
in household composters in Rzeszów, commissioned by the Municipal Waste Management Company – Rzeszów Sp. z o.o., which included aspects of
vermicomposting Vermicompost (vermi-compost) is the product of the decomposition process using various species of worms, usually Eisenia foetida, red wigglers, Enchytraeus buchholzi, white worms, and other earthworms, to create a mixture of decomposing vegetable ...
. *Development of the Social Problem Solving Strategy for the City of Rzeszów (2023–2030) in cooperation with local authorities, addressing demographic trends, labour market needs, childcare availability, and mapping of health, education, cultural, and social support services. *Ongoing collaboration with COLLINS Aerospace, regional
vineyards A vineyard ( , ) is a plantation of grape-bearing vines. Many vineyards exist for winemaking; others for the production of raisins, table grapes, and non-alcoholic grape juice. The science, practice and study of vineyard production is kno ...
, and land surveying companies, including the provision of commissioned research and consultancy services. The University of Rzeszów maintains active collaboration with
local government Local government is a generic term for the lowest tiers of governance or public administration within a particular sovereign state. Local governments typically constitute a subdivision of a higher-level political or administrative unit, such a ...
units,
non-governmental organisations A non-governmental organization (NGO) is an independent, typically nonprofit organization that operates outside government control, though it may get a significant percentage of its funding from government or corporate sources. NGOs often focus ...
(NGOs), business enterprises, and various public institutions. This cooperation supports joint research projects,
knowledge transfer Knowledge transfer refers to transferring an awareness of facts or practical skills from one entity to another.Kjell Arne Røvik (2016). "Knowledge Transfer as Translation: Review and Elements of an Instrumental Theory." ''International Journa ...
, student internships, and numerous
social Social organisms, including human(s), live collectively in interacting populations. This interaction is considered social whether they are aware of it or not, and whether the exchange is voluntary or not. Etymology The word "social" derives fro ...
and educational initiatives. A major strategic development was the acquisition of the Clinical Provincial Hospital No. 1 named after Fryderyk Chopin in Rzeszów in 2023. This decision significantly enhanced the capacity of the university’s
Medical College A medical association or medical college is a trade association that brings together practitioners of a particular geographical area (a country, region, province). In common-law countries, they are often grouped by medical specialties ( cardiolog ...
, opening new opportunities for both
medical education Medical education is vocational education, education related to the practice of being a medical practitioner, including the initial training to become a physician (i.e., medical school and internship (medical), internship) and additional trainin ...
and
clinical research Clinical research is a branch of medical research that involves people and aims to determine the effectiveness (efficacy) and safety of medications, devices, diagnostic products, and treatment regimens intended for improving human health. The ...
.


Central library (RUCL)

The Rzeszów University Central Library (RUCL) is the central library of the University of Rzeszów, operating as a university-wide academic, research, and service-oriented institution. It plays a key role in supporting
academic research Research is creative and systematic work undertaken to increase the stock of knowledge. It involves the collection, organization, and analysis of evidence to increase understanding of a topic, characterized by a particular attentiveness to ...
,
education Education is the transmission of knowledge and skills and the development of character traits. Formal education occurs within a structured institutional framework, such as public schools, following a curriculum. Non-formal education als ...
, and the dissemination of
science Science is a systematic discipline that builds and organises knowledge in the form of testable hypotheses and predictions about the universe. Modern science is typically divided into twoor threemajor branches: the natural sciences, which stu ...
and
culture Culture ( ) is a concept that encompasses the social behavior, institutions, and Social norm, norms found in human societies, as well as the knowledge, beliefs, arts, laws, Social norm, customs, capabilities, Attitude (psychology), attitudes ...
both within the university community and among the residents of
Rzeszów Rzeszów ( , ) is the largest city in southeastern Poland. It is located on both sides of the Wisłok River in the heartland of the Sandomierz Basin. Rzeszów is the capital of the Subcarpathian Voivodeship and the county seat, seat of Rzeszów C ...
and the
Podkarpackie Voivodeship Subcarpathian Voivodeship is a voivodeship, or province, in the southeastern corner of Poland. Its administrative capital and largest city is Rzeszów. Along with the Marshal, it is governed by the Subcarpathian Regional Assembly. The name deriv ...
. It is one of the largest libraries of its kind in the region.


History

The origins of the RUCL trace back to the 1960s, beginning with the establishment of the Regional Branch of the Kraków Teachers’ College in Rzeszów in 1963, and the Rzeszów Higher School of Education in 1965. The modern RUCL was officially formed in 2001 following the foundation of the University of Rzeszów, which resulted from the merger of three institutions: the Higher School of Education, the Rzeszów branch of the
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, and the Faculty of Economics of the Hugo Kołłątaj University of Agriculture in Kraków. The consolidation of their academic libraries led to the creation of a unified central library. In 2004, RUCL moved to its new headquarters at ul. Cegielniana 12 (now ul. Prof. Stanisława Pigonia 8), housed in a modern, fully accessible facility. One of the notable innovations was the implementation of an electronic book ordering system.


Collections and services

Currently, the RUCL holds approximately 750,000 volumes, over 121,000 periodicals, and around 30,000 items in special collections. It also offers access to 33 electronic databases available via a proxy server. Collections can be accessed in specialised reading rooms, or through local and
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services. The RUCL provides a wide selection of both printed and digital resources that reflect the academic and research profile of the university. RUCL also serves as a training centre, offering free
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, courses, and
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—on-site and online, in
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and English—primarily for UR students, researchers, and staff, but also for high school students and members of partner research centres.


Mission and priorities

The mission of the Rzeszów University Central Library extends beyond collection management. It supports the broader academic and local community through its strategic objectives: * Ensuring access to global information resources * Documenting the scientific output of university staff * Promoting and conducting research activities * Providing user training and support for self-directed learning * Delivering information services * Enhancing cultural education and community outreach, especially through regional collections * Promoting library services and university visibility


Facilities

The RUCL is open to the public from Monday to Saturday and functions as both a
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and
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. It offers approximately 300 workspaces across multiple quiet study zones and group rooms, all equipped with
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and
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. The RUCL uses the PROLIB integrated library system with an online catalogue. The building is designed to accommodate users with
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, ensuring inclusive access. To improve user experience, the RUCL continues to expand and modernise its spaces, providing environments conducive to
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, relaxation, and
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, with easy access to both traditional and digital resources.


Rzeszów University Press

The Rzeszów University Press (Polish: ''Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Rzeszowskiego'') is the official academic publisher of the University of Rzeszów. It plays a key role in disseminating scholarly output from the university’s academic staff and promoting scientific and cultural achievements. The publishing house is widely recognised among Polish academic publishers.


History

The origins of the Press date back to 1965 with the establishment of the publishing office of the Higher Pedagogical School in Rzeszów. Following the founding of the University of Rzeszów in 2001—through the merger of three academic institutions—the publishing office evolved into the Rzeszów
University Press A university press is an academic publishing house specializing in monographs and scholarly journals. They are often an integral component of a large research university. They publish work that has been reviewed by scholars in the field. They pro ...
. Since then, it has become a leading academic publisher in Poland.


Publishing activity

The mission of the Rzeszów University Press is to publish and disseminate the results of academic work conducted by the university’s researchers and lecturers. Its publishing scope includes the following: * Academic monographs * Edited volumes *
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*
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* Educational materials for students and lifelong learners * The publications span various fields of
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,
humanities Humanities are academic disciplines that study aspects of human society and culture, including Philosophy, certain fundamental questions asked by humans. During the Renaissance, the term "humanities" referred to the study of classical literature a ...
,
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,
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,
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, and
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.


Open Journal System (OJS)

The Press operates a dedicated platform based on the
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(OJS) software, version 3.3.0.14. This
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content management system was developed by the
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and is distributed under the
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. It is widely used by the global academic community for the management and dissemination of
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. Dozens of journals—published annually, biannually, or quarterly—are available through the University’s OJS platform. The system allows open access to current and archived issues, covering a wide range of disciplines. Many of the journals publish articles in multiple languages, reflecting the Press's international scope.


Rzeszów University Athletics Centre for Innovative Research in Sport (UCL)

The Rzeszów University Athletics Centre for Innovative Research in Sport (UCL) is a modern sports and research facility located at ul. Cicha 2B in
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, Poland. Officially opened on 4 November 2021, the Centre was established through an investment exceeding PLN 52 million. The facility combines educational, training, and scientific functions, offering, among other features, an athletics hall that meets
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, advanced research laboratories, and educational infrastructure. UCL serves both students and researchers of the University of Rzeszów, as well as athletes at various levels of advancement – from children and youth to professionals. The Centre hosts educational classes, training sessions, and scientific research in the fields of
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and sport. It is also a venue for sports events and collaboration with national sports associations, such as the
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and the
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. In 2024, an expansion of UCL commenced, including the construction of additional gymnasiums, teaching rooms, and laboratories with a total area exceeding 2,000 m². The investment, valued at nearly PLN 26.5 million, aims to further enhance the Centre’s educational and research capabilities.


Scientific and laboratory facilities

The Rzeszów University Athletics Centre (UCL) is a state-of-the-art sports and research facility that integrates sports infrastructure with advanced scientific laboratories. The Centre offers a wide range of laboratories supporting research in areas such as
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,
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, rehabilitation,
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,
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, and
public health Public health is "the science and art of preventing disease, prolonging life and promoting health through the organized efforts and informed choices of society, organizations, public and private, communities and individuals". Analyzing the de ...
.


Main Laboratories of the University Athletics Centre (UCL)

The University Athletics Centre (UCL) includes the following laboratories, among others: * Laboratory of Sports Biomechanics – Analyses the mechanics of athletes’ movements, supporting technique optimisation and injury prevention. * Laboratory of Exercise Physiology and Biochemistry – Studies the body’s responses to physical exertion, monitoring performance and metabolic parameters. * Laboratory of Metabolic Processes, Disorders, and Developmental Models in Children – Focuses on research into metabolic development in children and the identification of related disorders. * Laboratory of Translational Research in Medicine – Bridges basic research with clinical practice, supporting the development of new diagnostic and therapeutic methods. * Laboratory of Innovative Research on the Cardiovascular and Respiratory Systems – Concentrates on analysing the functioning of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems in the context of physical activity. * Laboratory of Physical Agents in Rehabilitation – Investigates the application of physical agents such as light, sound, and magnetic fields in rehabilitation processes. * Laboratory of Modern Clinimetric Methods and Rehabilitation Planning – Develops and implements modern methods for patient assessment and rehabilitation planning. * Laboratory of Pathophysiology of the Human Locomotor System – Analyses pathological mechanisms affecting the functioning of the musculoskeletal system. * Laboratory of Methods Supporting the Functioning of Persons with Disabilities – Develops technologies and methods to support individuals with disabilities in daily life. * Laboratory of Innovative Anthropometric Methods – Specialises in modern techniques for measuring and analysing the human body. * Laboratory of Gerontoprevention – Focuses on research related to health prevention in an ageing society. * Laboratory of Central Nervous System and Spine Research – Analyses the functioning of the central nervous system and spinal structures in the context of physical activity. * Laboratory of Innovative Biological Feedback Methods – Investigates the use of
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in training and rehabilitation. * Laboratories for Innovative Research in Nursing, Midwifery, Emergency Medicine, Public Health, Pharmacology, and Dietetics – Conduct research aimed at improving practices in various fields of medicine and healthcare. * Laboratory of Molecular Biology – Engages in the analysis of processes at the molecular level, supporting genetic and biochemical research. * Data Processing Laboratory – Provides support in the analysis and interpretation of research data. Thanks to its extensive infrastructure, UCL serves as an interdisciplinary research centre for health, physical fitness, and innovation in medicine and physical culture sciences. UCL serves as an interdisciplinary research centre for health, physical fitness, and innovation in medicine and physical culture sciences.


Sports and community engagement


Notable individuals associated with the sporting achievements of the University

The following are some sporting achievements of students of the university. Miłosz Szpar, a student of Materials Engineering at the University of Rzeszów, won the title of Polish Academic Chess Champion in the university division. The University of Rzeszów has produced several chess players who have contributed significantly to the university's success in the Polish Academic Chess Championships. These individuals include Kseniia Chystykova, Patryk Mrozowski, Adrian Miąsik, Maksymilian Lis, Wojciech Urbański, Jakub Borzęcki, Wojciech Zamojski, and Agnieszka Łuka. The university team has secured third place in the team classification. In total, eight individuals have been instrumental in representing the University of Rzeszów in chess competitions. Anna Wielgosz is a distinguished track and field athlete specializing in middle-distance running. She has represented Poland multiple times at international competitions, winning medals and distinctions. A graduate of the University of Rzeszów, she actively supports the university in various sporting initiatives.
Łukasz Różański Łukasz Różański (born 23 January 1986) is a Polish professional boxer. He held the World Boxing Council (WBC) bridgerweight title from 2023 to 2024 Professional career WBC bridgerweight champion Rozanski vs. Babic On April 22, 2023 ...
(born 23 January 1986) - world champion in the
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  division WBC (2023-2024)  is a Polish 
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.  Łukasz Różański is a well-known boxer who has achieved success on the international stage. He is a graduate of the University of Rzeszów and often represents the university in sporting competitions. His achievements in boxing have earned him recognition both in Poland and abroad. Różański vs Babić Fight   On 22 April 2023, Różański had the opportunity to fight for the professional world title of the World Boxing Council (WBC) in the newly established bridgerweight division (up to 101.6 kg). His opponent in the title bout was the undefeated Croatian, Alen Babić (11-1, 10 KOs). The fight took place at the G2A Arena in Rzeszów. From the outset, Różański overwhelmed his rival with a flurry of punches and secured victory. Zuzanna Wielgos is a track and field athlete specializing in sprint events. A graduate of the University of Rzeszów, she actively participates in sporting competitions, winning medals and distinctions. Her commitment to sport has brought her numerous successes. Oliwier Wdowik is a track and field athlete excelling in sprint events. He is a student at the University of Rzeszów and represents the university at international sporting events. His achievements in athletics have earned him recognition both domestically and internationally. Marta Niewczas is an academic staff member at the University of Rzeszów. Her associations with the university include the following: * Sporting Career: Marta Niewczas is a six-time world champion in traditional karate. She won championship titles at the
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(1999),
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(2012). * Academic Work: Since 2001, Niewczas has been employed at the University of Rzeszów, where she held the position of assistant professor in the Department of Sport at the Faculty of Physical Education, and since 2019, in the Institute of Physical Culture Sciences. She headed the Department of Sports and Martial Arts at the university from 2007 to 2010. * Teaching Activities: Niewczas supervised the traditional karate section in the Academic Sports Association at the University of Rzeszów, whose athletes have won dozens of medals.
Rafał Wilk Rafał Wilk (born 9 December 1974 in Łańcut) is a Paralympic Handcycle, handcyclist and former Motorcycle speedway, speedway rider from Poland. Career Wilk won two gold medals at the 2012 Summer Paralympics in London.
is a renowned athlete and academic staff member at the University of Rzeszów. His associations with the university include the following: * Sporting Career: Rafał Wilk is a Polish speedway rider, speedway coach, and para-athlete. He also holds a doctorate in physical culture sciences. * Academic Work: Wilk works at the Institute of Physical Culture Sciences at the University of Rzeszów. His academic work focuses on research related to physical culture and sport. * Teaching Activities: Wilk provides consultations for students and is involved in various research and teaching projects at the university. Krystian Herba is a well-known athlete specializing in bicycle trials. He is also associated with the University of Rzeszów. His main achievements and associations with the university include the following: * Sporting Career: Krystian Herba is a multiple Guinness World Records holder for the number of stairs climbed by bicycle. His records include 3,461 stairs at
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and 3,581 stairs at Park Inn Berlin. * Association with the University of Rzeszów: Herba is a graduate of the University of Rzeszów, where he studied physical education. His sporting achievements are frequently promoted by the university, and he actively participates in various sporting initiatives organized by the university. * Educational Activities: Herba is involved in educational projects such as "School with Passion", where he conducts demonstrations and inspires young people to be physically active.


Sport for people with disabilities

The University of Rzeszów organizes the Academic Integrative Sport project, which aims to promote sport among people with disabilities, able-bodied individuals, and those at risk of social exclusion. The project includes a three-day recreational and sporting event, integrating different communities and breaking down life barriers. The project features lectures on the organization of sports training, diagnostics of cognitive abilities, and preparation of athletes' endurance. The university cooperates with various sports organizations, such as the Polish Paralympic Committee and the Polish Association of Disabled Sports "START". This cooperation provides students the opportunity to participate in professional training and sporting competitions, contributing to their sporting and personal development. Students representing the Office for Persons with Disabilities at the University of Rzeszów have achieved numerous sporting successes. For example, during the Polish AZS Integration Championships in swimming, they won seven medals.


Achievements of disabled athletes since 2015

The University of Rzeszów has seen numerous successes from its disabled athletes at both national and international levels. Some of the most significant achievements include the following:


Polish Integration Championships

* Bogdan Pawłowski (first-year medical student): ** 2 gold medals in the 50m backstroke and 50m breaststroke (2024) ** 2 gold medals in relay races (2024) * Michał Domański (first-year computer science student): ** 1 bronze medal in the 50m breaststroke (2024) ** 2 gold medals in relay races (2024) * Katarzyna Karakin (first-year biology student): ** 1 bronze medal in the 50m breaststroke (2024) * Patryk Bem (first-year master's student in administration): ** 1 bronze medal in the 50m freestyle (2024) ** 1 bronze medal in the 25m freestyle (2024) * Gracjan Nowak (second-year physical education and first-year physiotherapy student): ** 1 silver medal in the 25m freestyle (2024) ** 2 gold medals in relay races (2024) * Paweł Biernacki (medical graduate): ** 2 gold medals in relay races (2024) * Dominik Dendura (mechatronics graduate): ** 1 bronze medal in chess (2024) * Klaudia Pachuta (second-year master's student in visual arts): ** 1 gold medal in table tennis (2024) * Patryk Bem (first-year master's student in administration): ** 1 silver medal in table tennis (2024) * Anna Wiktor (fifth-year law student): ** 4th place in table tennis (2024)


International competitions

* Mateusz Zięba (fourth-year law and administration student): ** Gold and silver medals at international sporting events (2023) * Dominik Dendura (second-year student at the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences): ** Participation in international sporting events (2023)


Campus

The University of Rzeszów offers accommodation in several student halls of residence, including DS Filon, DS Laura, DS Olimp, DS Merkury, and Hilton. These residences provide a variety of living options for students, ensuring comfort and accessibility. Students can apply for accommodation by submitting an application to the Education Department or the Social Affairs Section. The accommodation facilities available to University of Rzeszów students provide approximately 2,200 places. Students residing in these facilities have access to numerous on-campus services and amenities, including study rooms, recreational spaces, and close proximity to the university's main educational and administrative buildings.


See also

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