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Lublin University of Technology

Lublin University of Technology
Politechnika Lubelska
Rector's Office of the Lublin University of Technology
Latin: Polytechnicae Lublinensis[1]
TypePublic university
EstablishedMay 13, 1953; 73 years ago (1953-05-13)
RectorZbigniew Pater
Academic staff
568 (30.06.2020)[2]
Administrative staff
557 (30.06.2020)[2]
Students6,764[3] (12.2023)
112 (31.12.2019)[2]
Location
ul. Nadbystrzycka 38D
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20-618
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Campus
MascotRobot
Websitehttps://pollub.pl/en/
Map
University rankings
Regional – Overall
QS Emerging Europe and Central Asia[4]251-300 (2022)
Faculty of Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Mechanical Engineering

Lublin University of Technology (Polish: Politechnika Lubelska) is a leading public technical university located in Lublin, Poland. Established in 1953, the university has grown into a major center for engineering education and scientific research, particularly known for its high level of innovation and close ties with the industry.

In the most recent national scientific evaluation (2022), the university achieved the highest possible A+ category in the disciplines of Mechanical Engineering as well as Civil Engineering and Transport, confirming its status as a top-tier research institution in Poland.[5]

Innovation and Patents

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Lublin University of Technology is a national leader in innovation. It consistently ranks at the top of the Polish Patent Office’s lists for the number of patents and protective rights granted.[6] The university focuses on practical applications of research, specializing in materials technology, renewable energy sources, and advanced mechanical systems.

Rankings and International Recognition

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  • QS World University Rankings: Lublin University of Technology is the only higher education institution in the Lublin region to be included in the prestigious QS World University Rankings 2025, placing in the 1201-1400 range among the top universities globally.[7]
  • Perspektywy Ranking: Regularly ranked among the top technical universities in Poland, specifically holding a podium spot for Innovation.[8]
  • Scientific Excellence: According to the Stanford University "Top 2% Scientists" list, numerous LUT researchers are among the most cited scientists globally.

Rectors

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  1. Stanisław Ziemecki (1953-1956)
  2. Stanisław Podkowa (1956-1973)
  3. Włodzimierz Sitko (1973-1981)
  4. Jakub Mames (1981-1982)
  5. Andrzej Weroński (1982-1984)
  6. Włodzimierz Sitko (1984-1990)
  7. Włodzimierz Krolopp (1990-1993)
  8. Iwo Pollo (1993-1996)
  9. Kazimierz Szabelski (1996-2002)
  10. Józef Kuczmaszewski (2002-2008)
  11. Marek Opielak (2008-2012)
  12. Piotr Kacejko (2012-2020)
  13. Zbigniew Pater (2020–present)

Faculties

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Fields of Study

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  1. Architecture
  2. Civil Engineering
  3. Technical and Computer Science Education
  4. Electrical Engineering
  5. Finance and Accounting
  6. Computer Science
  7. Security Engineering
  8. Biomedical Engineering
  9. Data engineering and Analysis
  10. Logistics Engineering
  11. Materials Engineering
  12. Multimedia Engineering
  13. Renewable Energy Engineering
  14. Production Engineering
  15. Environmental Engineering
  16. Engineering Applications of Computer Science in Electrical Engineering
  17. Marketing and Market Communication
  18. Mathematics
  19. Mechanics and Machine Design
  20. Mechatronics
  21. Robotization of Manufacturing Processes
  22. Transport
  23. Management
  24. Management and Production Engineering[9]

Scientific Disciplines

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  1. Mechanical Engineering
  2. Automatics, Electronics and Electrical Engineering
  3. Technical Informatics and Telecommunications
  4. Architecture and Urban Planning
  5. Civil Engineering and Transport
  6. Environmental Engineering, Mining and Power Engineering
  7. Management and Quality Science[10]

References

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  1. ^ Statute of the Lublin University of Technology.
  2. ^ a b c Sprawozdanie z działalności Politechniki Lubelskiej za rok akademicki 2019/2020. | access-date=9 March 2021
  3. ^ "Higher education in the 2023/24 academic year" (in Polish). Statistics Poland. Retrieved 2024-07-01.
  4. ^ "QS World University Rankings-Emerging Europe & Central Asia". Retrieved 15 January 2023.
  5. ^ "Politechnika Lubelska pnie się do góry - Ministerstwo Edukacji i Nauki uwzględniło odwołania uczelni w sprawie kategorii naukowych". pollub.pl (in Polish). Retrieved 2026-04-16.
  6. ^ "Mamy patent na patent. Rekordowa liczba udzielonych patentów na wynalazki". pollub.pl (in Polish). Retrieved 2026-04-16.
  7. ^ "Lublin University of Technology". Top Universities. Retrieved 2026-04-16.
  8. ^ "Ranking Szkół Wyższych Perspektywy 2025". ranking.perspektywy.pl (in Polish). Retrieved 2026-04-16.
  9. ^ "Facts and Figures | Lublin University of Technology". en.pollub.pl. Retrieved 22 March 2021.
  10. ^ "Facts and Figures | Lublin University of Technology". en.pollub.pl. Retrieved 23 March 2021.
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