The University of Gdańsk was among the 10 best-rated universities in Europe, ranking 9th in the EDUopinions 2026 ranking, based on the opinions of students and graduates collected throughout 2025. UG is one of only two Polish universities included in the ranking, alongside the University of Warsaw. The EDUopinions ranking is unique in that it is based…

‘Dear guests, we have so many events that we ran out of space for the information stand!’ - these were the first words on the website with the programme of events for Biologists' Night at the Faculty of Biology of the University of Gdańsk. There were also plenty of attractions waiting at the nearby Intercollegiate Faculty of Biotechnology UG and MUG,…

UG Retro Party - in Polish called 'Domówka UG', meaning UG Houseparty - is a carnival gathering of our community inspired by the atmosphere and memories of Polish house parties and private get-togethers from the 1970s and 1980s. We are bringing back the joy of being together in the relaxed atmosphere of social gatherings from years gone by: without rushing and screens, but with dancing fun at its best, good music and…

Prof. dr hab. Anna Mazurkiewicz from the Faculty of History and prof. dr hab. Adam Sokołowski from the Faculty of Oceanography and Geography received their professorial appointments from the President of Poland, Karol Nawrocki. The ceremony, which took place on 7 January 2026 at the Presidential Palace, was the first such event in the new year. A total of 112 professors from all over Poland received nominations…

International Human Rights Day is celebrated on the anniversary of the signing of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted by the UN General Assembly on 10 December 1948. At the University of Gdańsk, this day was an opportunity to meet with President Lech Wałęsa, co-founder of Solidarity and winner of the Nobel Peace Prize. The meeting was…

‘Students for Seniors’ is a campaign in which University of Gdańsk students will help older people use new technologies, such as phones and apps, during biweekly office hours. The initiative was prepared by the Centre for Student and Doctoral Activities (CASiD). The first consultation session will take place on 10 December…

The University of Gdańsk was the eighth most popular choice in the country in terms of the total number of applicants and ranked sixth among public higher education institutions in terms of the number of students admitted to first-degree and uniform master's degree programmes, according to data from the Ministry of Science and Higher Education on…

On 10 December, which is the International Human Rights Day, President Lech Wałęsa, Nobel Peace Prize laureate and honorary doctor of the University of Gdańsk, will visit the University and give a guest lecture. International Human Rights Day was established to commemorate the signing of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted by the UN General Assembly on 10 December 1948 in Paris. President Lech Wałęsa's…

The Orlen Foundation has awarded grants to student research clubs carrying out projects in the fields of chemistry, physics, and STEM-related sciences. In the pilot edition of the ‘From Molecule to Galaxy’ programme, 32 research clubs received financial support, three of which operate at the University of Gdańsk! The Scientific Circle of Chemists and the Scientific Circle of Environmental Protection will carry out…

In November, the University of Gdańsk is once again joining the nationwide Movember campaign, which aims to raise awareness about men's health, particularly testicular and prostate cancer prevention and mental health. The campaign aims to encourage prevention, break taboos and support the development of a culture of health care in the…