Postgraduate studies are a form of education intended for people with a university degree - holding the professional title of Bachelor, Engineer, Master of Arts, Master of Science or an equivalent degree. Their goal is:
1) obtaining new qualifications,
2) expanding the range of knowledge, skills and social competences necessary on the labour market,
3) updating of knowledge in connection with the development of science and technology.
Postgraduate studies are conducted in basic units of the Silesian University of Technology. According to the Postgraduate Studies Regulations, they are generally chargeable , but they can be financed or co-financed by external institutions, including EU funds. The amount of the fees is determined by the Rector at the request of the head of the unit.