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Field of study: materials engineering

 

Undergraduate Studies

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The field of study: materials engineering, received a special award in the category “Always for the student - excellence in support for student development” awarded by the Polish Accreditation Commission.

Specialties

 

Materials in Means of Transport

  • You will be familiar with the properties of modern materials used in automotive, aerospace and railroad applications.
  • You will learn how to select the right materials for various structures, taking into account their strength and durability.
  • You will gain knowledge of composites, metal alloys and plastics used in transportation equipment.
  • You will learn methods for testing and analyzing materials for their resistance to loads and operating conditions.

Welding and Heat Treatment

  • You will be prepared to work with modern welding technologies and heat treatment processes.
  • You will learn methods of welding, brazing and welding of various structural materials.
  • You will gain practical skills in quality control of welded joints and heat treatment of metals.
  • You will learn the safety rules and standards of the welding and metalworking industry.

Material Technologies

  • You will know how to design and implement innovative materials for industrial applications.
  • You will learn to study the mechanical, physical and chemical properties of various raw materials.
  • You will gain the ability to select appropriate materials for modern manufacturing technologies.
  • You will learn advanced methods of processing and modifying materials to improve their performance properties.

Graduate profile

Want to create the materials of the future that drive modern technology?
The Materials Engineering major is the perfect place to combine science and technology with a hands-on approach to solving real-world problems.

During your studies:

  • You will learn how to study the structure, mechanical and physical-chemical properties of materials and learn about modern technologies for their manufacturing and processing.
  • You will learn how to design more durable, long-lasting and environmentally friendly materials used in industry and modern technologies.
  • You will master surface and volumetric processing methods and computer tools to support materials engineering.

What distinguishes our graduates?

  • Interdyscyplinarna wiedza łączenie umiejętności z zakresu nauki o materiałach, technologii i inżynierii.
  • Myślenie przyszłościowe znajomość nowoczesnych rozwiązań w obszarach ekologii, recyklingu i innowacyjnych technologii.
  • Szerokie możliwości kariery zatrudnienie w przemyśle kosmicznym, motoryzacyjnym, elektronicznym i medycznym.

Those who are accepted to study materials engineering and will begin their studies in October 2025 will join the project entitled Silesian University of Technology as a Center of Innovative Education for a Sustainable Economy (CIK ZG).

As part of this project, students will be able to benefit from various forms of development and support, including:

  • classes developing digital competencies and education in green technologies and sustainable development planned in the modernized study plan,
  • support classes with a psychologist/pedagogue/career counselor,
  • seminars with employers who are graduates of the major and/or operate in the field of materials engineering,
  • workshops in an industry-specific foreign language,
  • training courses and workshops certified in the field of study,
  • study tours domestically and abroad to companies related to the field of study,
  • training trips (School of Leaders) developing specific competencies,
  • interdisciplinary PBL (Project Based Learning, i.e., teaching by project) projects. Project Based Learning, i.e., teaching through project implementation),
  • paid internships in manufacturing companies.
 

Second Degree Studies

master's degree

Specialties

 

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Modern Materials and Technologies

  • You will analyze and design advanced materials used in modern industry
  • You will learn to use innovative technologies for manufacturing and processing materials.
  • You will gain knowledge of nanomaterials, metals, ceramics and smart materials.
  • You will learn methods for studying the mechanical, physicochemical and structural properties of materials.
Profile of a graduate of the specialty:
  • Creates innovative materials used in high-tech applications.
  • Investigates properties of new alloys, ceramics and nanomaterials.
  • Uses advanced methods of analysis and computer simulation.
  • Uses innovative technologies in the space, aerospace and energy industries.
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Materials and Technologies in Aviation

  • You will analyze material requirements for aerospace structures.
  • You will learn to apply modern technologies for machining metals and aerospace composites.
  • You will gain knowledge of materials that can withstand extreme operating conditions.
  • You will learn about innovative manufacturing processes such as 3D printing and advanced aerospace welding.
Profile of a graduate of the specialty:
  • Designs and analyzes materials used in aviation.
  • Optimizes mechanical and thermal properties of aerospace components.
  • Applies modern methods of materials processing and testing.
  • Investigates new composite materials and their applications in aeronautics.
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Quality Engineering

  • You will implement quality management systems in industrial processes.
  • You will learn to apply methods of quality control, testing and certification of materials.
  • You will gain skills in optimizing production processes and minimizing defects.
  • You will learn about quality norms and standards applicable to various industries.
Profile of a graduate of the specialty:
  • Controls the quality of materials and manufacturing processes.
  • Applies non-destructive testing and structural analysis methods.
  • Implements quality standards and quality management systems.
  • Develops strategies to improve reliability and durability of materials.
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Composites and Plastics

  • You will research and develop composite materials used in modern industry.
  • You will learn methods for processing and reinforcing plastics and composites.
  • You will gain knowledge of environmentally friendly alternatives to traditional plastics.
  • You will learn technologies for molding, laminating and recycling polymeric materials.
Profile of a graduate of the specialty:

  • Researches and develops advanced polymer and composite materials.

  • Designs strong and lightweight composite structures.

  • Optimizes plastics processing.

  • Applies composites in the automotive, aerospace and sports industries.

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