Silesian University of Technology in the prestigious group of the world's top hundred universities
The Silesian University of Technology has achieved historic success in the latest academic ranking. The university was classified in the prestigious Shanghai Ranking’s Global Ranking of Academic Subjects (GRAS) 2026, placing it among the top one hundred higher education institutions in the world.
Experts preparing the ranking evaluated the scientific activity and quality of research conducted by universities from across the globe. The Silesian University of Technology was placed in the 76–100 range, which is a significant distinction for a Polish academic center. It serves as proof of the growing quality of education and the innovation of projects carried out by Polish scientists.
This success is particularly significant in the context of the international recognition of Polish technical universities. Presence in such an elite group confirms that research conducted in Gliwice meets the highest global standards. University authorities emphasize that the high position in the ranking is the result of many years of work by the academic staff and investments in modern laboratories.
The GRAS ranking is recognized as one of the most objective assessments in the academic community. It analyzes achievements in specific scientific disciplines, taking into account, among other things, the number of publications in renowned journals and the citation rate of research papers. For students and prospective applicants, such a high rating for the university is an important signal regarding the quality of the degree they will receive upon completing their education.