The University of Warsaw (UW), one of Poland’s top research institutions, has officially started accepting doctoral students for the 2025/2026 academic year. A total of 325 PhD positions are available across 26 scientific disciplines. Prospective Students are invited to submit their applications via the Internet Recruitment System (IRK).”
Program Details:
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Type: Fully Funded PhD Programs
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Institution: University of Warsaw
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“Eligibility: Open to International Students
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Location: Poland
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Application Deadline: May 29, 2025
- Degree Level: PHD
Fields of Study
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Social Sciences
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Humanities
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Exact and Natural Sciences
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Interdisciplinary Studies
Each school offers a stimulating research environment, modern facilities, expert supervision, and full financial support through funded scholarships.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants will receive:
Funded by the Polish government.
Funding Overview:
- Before the mid-term review, gross monthly income was PLN 4,242.
- Gross PLN 5,340.90 per month after successful completion.
- Additional gross amount of PLN 1,040.70 per month for approved volunteers with disabilities.
- “Startup Scholarship” Award: The 20% of candidates with the highest entry scores in each field will receive an additional financial award at the start of the PhD.
Why Choose the University of Warsaw?
Why Choose the UOW for Your PhD?
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Global Prestige: Regularly recognized as one of the top universities in Central and Eastern Europe.
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Full Financial Support: Every doctoral candidate receives comprehensive funding throughout their studies.
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Expansive Research Opportunities: Engage in groundbreaking research across 26 diverse scientific disciplines.
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Industry Collaboration: Benefit from PhD programs that connect research with industry partnerships.
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Academic Excellence: Be part of academic community with strong links to leading institutions and researchers across Europe.
Whether you’re interested in philosophy, physics, artificial intelligence, or social sciences, the University of Warsaw offers an interdisciplinary environment to propel your research career forward.
Who Can Apply?
The University of Warsaw is open to applicants from all countries. Eligibility criteria vary according to the selected doctoral school and the particular doctoral program. Applicants are encouraged to refer to the official website for detailed program-specific criteria.
Find Your Supervisor Easily
Choosing the right doctoral supervisor is a key component of your application.
. Through this forum, the UW Doctoral School provides a supervisor search tool that allows candidates to review profiles of available supervisors and research their interests before applying.
Application Process and Important Dates
- Submit Application: Via the Internet Recruitment Candidate Platform (IRK).
- Deadline: 29 May 2025
- Evaluation: Applicants will be evaluated based on their research proposals and academic track record.
Entrance Exams:
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Doctoral School of Exact & Natural Sciences: Written entrance exam.
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Other Schools: Oral interviews.
Final admission results: July 2025.