Participation of WSKZ representatives in the XXXIII International Defence Industry Exhibition in Kielce
On days 2-5 September 2025 in Kielce will take place XXXIII International Defence Industry Exhibition (MSPO) - one of the most important events in Europe and worldwide, dedicated to defence industry representatives, military decision-makers and industry experts. Held annually, the fair brings together leading companies, institutions and delegations from dozens of countries, creating a platform to showcase the latest defence and security technologies, products and solutions. The event also provides a space for establishing international cooperation and the exchange of experience between the military, industrial and scientific sectors.
On the initiative of University College of Professional Education and on behalf of Advisory and Consultative Group on the Security of the JSC, this year's MSPO will feature: General Dr Jarosław Kaleta and gen. Artur Bielecki. We hope that the participation of our representatives in this prestigious event will contribute to the acquisition of new opportunities and perspectives for the development of cooperation with national and foreign entities operating in the field of defence. We hope that the effect of these activities will be further strengthening of the research, teaching and organisational potential of the University of Vocational Training in Wrocław, as well as the development of initiatives linking the world of science and practice in the field of security and defence.
Read MoreInternational partnership in practice - Chancellor of Swiss SIMS visits the School of Vocational Training
26 July 2025 At the invitation of the Centre for International Cooperation of the Higher School of Vocational Training in Wrocław came to Wrocław Prof. Aleksandra Zając, Chancellor a renowned Swiss university - The Swiss Institute of Management and Sciences (SIMS) to meet with the Management Staff of our University. Her visit was a great honour and a testament to the strong partnership and the high prestige of the College of Vocational Training on the international stage.
A new phase of international cooperation and scientific synergy
The meeting discussed plans for further development of cooperation, bearing in mind the Letter of Intent recently concluded by the Centre for International Cooperation of the College of Vocational Training with SIMS University.
Among the participants of the event was also the eminent scientist Prof. Dr. Andrzej Misiuk, internationally recognised as a pioneer of security science in Poland. Prof. Dr. Misiuk has numerous scientific achievements that have contributed to the development of the field. His contributions to science, his membership of international committees and his participation in global projects are extremely valuable contributions to science and education.
More than a visit - a shared vision of development
A wide range of future activities were discussedsuch as joint research, lectures by visiting professors, opportunities for exchange of students and academics for internships, and the realisation of joint international publications. There was also discussions on dual degree programmeswhich will allow our students to gain knowledge and experience at the highest level, using the resources of both universities.
We are proud to work with such a renowned institution as the The Swiss Institute of Management and Sciencesand this visit represents another step towards developing and strengthening our shared educational mission. We look forward to further joint initiatives to enhance the quality of education and learning.
The JCC Institute of Law cordially invites you to the 3rd Latin America-Central Europe Constitutional Law Conference under the title "Continuity of Democracy".
The conference will present trends in constitutional law in Latin America and Central Europe. Speakers will include renowned professors as well as members of supreme courts, constitutional tribunals as well as members of the legal profession. The event will provide a good opportunity for lawyers from different continents, as well as legal theorists and practitioners, to exchange experiences.
A detailed conference programme will be provided at a later date, once all papers have been received.
The session will take place in Wrocław on 13-15 October 2025. at the Scandic Hotel at ul. J. Piłsudskiego 53/57 in Wrocław.
Organising Committee:
- Prof. zw. dr hab. Krystian Complak;
- Prof. Dr Marcos Augusto Maliska;
- Dr Jakub Żurek;
- Dr Andrzej Chajbowicz;
- Dr Natalia Najgiebauer.
You are cordially invited!
Read MoreHuge success for WSKZ - we received the Erasmus Charter for higher education!
We are proud to announce that the College of Vocational Education in Wrocław has been awarded an Erasmus Charter for Higher Education (ECHE) by the European Commission! This prestigious award opens up new prospects for our University's international academic cooperation and participation in the Erasmus+ - one of the European Union's most important educational programmes.
Obtaining the ECHE Charter is a great success for the entire WSKZ academic community. It confirms the high quality of education, the transparency of activities and our commitment to the development of international mobility of students and teaching staff. The Erasmus Charter for Higher Education (ECHE) is a document awarded by the European Commission which confirms that the university meets certain quality standards in terms of mobility and international cooperation. With this card, the university can apply for funding to carry out a variety of activities, such as:
Student mobility:
- Study trips abroad.
- Apprenticeships abroad.
Worker mobility:
- Teaching staff trips abroad for teaching.
- Training for academic staff abroad.
Cooperation projects:
- Participation in educational projects implemented under the Erasmus+ programme.
- Partnerships between universities from different countries.
- Other activities to support international academic cooperation.
Having an ECHE Card opens up the full potential of the Erasmus+ programme to our students and staff, which will translate into enriching their experience, developing their language and intercultural skills.
This is another step towards building a strong, modern university that is open to the world. Thank you to everyone who contributed to this success!
Read MoreOpportunity to publish in an international monograph for academics in the School of Vocational Training!
Employees of the College of Vocational Training may submit articles for an international monograph being prepared in cooperation with the National Academy of Legal Sciences of Ukraine. The publication is realised on the basis of the scientific conference held online on 27 May 2025 in Kharkiv. The deadline for the submission of texts is 31 July 2025. The monograph will be published by Oficyna Wydawnicza ASPRA-JR from Warsaw and makes it possible to acquire 20 MEiN points.
Effect of international cooperation and scientific conference
The monograph is being produced as a result of a conference entitled 'The Future of the World. "Regulating public management and local government: comparative experiences and contemporary challenges". organised in cooperation with the Scientific Research Institute of State Building and Local Government of the N.A.N.P. of Ukraine. As part of the partnership agreement, the publication will cover both conference presentations as well as additional articles prepared by the staff of the School of Vocational Training.
Editorial details and submissions
The thematic scope of the monograph remains in line with the conference theme. The contact persons for applications and conditions of publication are:
- Prof. Janusz Soboń - sj@list.pl;
- Dr Ruslana Selezneva - seleznevaruslana@gmail.com.
Participation in the publication is an opportunity to presentation of research results in an international academic environment, gain valuable MEiN credits and establish lasting cooperation with foreign institutions.
Read MorePlease join us for an open lecture by Professor Robin Goodwin: "The psychology of disasters".
We are pleased to announce that on 6 July 2025 (Sunday) at 11.30am there will be an open lecture entitled 'The importance of the European Union. "The psychology of disasters".who will deliver Prof. Robin Goodwin - an eminent specialist in the psychology of individual and societal reactions to traumatic events.
📍 Lecture venue: University of Wrocław, Faculty of Law, Administration and Economics, Aula 1D.
Professor Robin Goodwin has conducted interdisciplinary research on the effects of earthquakes, floods, terrorist attacks and pandemics for many years. He has worked as an advisor to the International Atomic Energy Agency and the World Health Organisation on the psychological consequences of nuclear accidents. He currently heads an international research consortium CONTAIN (Contact Tracing, Infection and Transmission: an interdisciplinary approach), which examines patterns of human contact in the context of the spread of new infectious diseases.
The lecture is aimed at students, academic staff and anyone interested in the topics of crisis psychology and emergency management.
You are cordially invited!
Read MoreStrategic International Agreement between the Vocational Training College and the University of Prešov - Together for the Development of Science, Education and Academic Partnerships
On 2 July 2025, the College of Vocational Training, represented by the Dr Irena MalinowskaProf. WSKZ - Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences, and Prof. Dariusz Brakoniecki with the Centre for International Cooperation, concluded a bilateral agreement on scientific and didactic cooperation with the University of Prešov in Prešov (Slov. Prešovská univerzita v Prešove), a public academic university based in eastern Slovakia, represented by the Rector, Prof. Peter Kónya and Prof. Kamila Kardis.
Objectives and Results of the Arrangement
The agreement provides for the implementation of joint scientific projects, exchanges of academic staff and students, the organisation of international conferences and the implementation of innovative forms of education in line with European standards. Visiting professors, the participation of representatives of both institutions in the scientific committees of conferences and the scientific councils of academic journals are important elements of cooperation.
The agreement is an expression of the two universities' desire to deepen academic relations, support interdisciplinary research, publish the results of scientific work and jointly apply for scientific development funds under international funding programmes.
The role of the Centre for International Cooperation
The agreement is the result of the intensive and professional work of the team at the Centre for International Cooperation at the Vocational Training College, which actively creates and coordinates activities for the internationalisation of the university.
Benefits for the Academic Community
For academic staff and students, it opens up new spaces for scientific collaboration, exchange of experiences and strengthening scientific output in international initiatives. Students gain access to a broader dimension of education, development of professional competences and participation in projects of global significance.
Read MoreNew chapter in international cooperation: agreement with 'Innovative Medical Platform' and joint scientific journal
We are pleased to announce that The University of Vocational Training in Wrocław has signed a strategic agreement on international cooperation with the Ukrainian public organisation 'Innovative Medical Platform'. This agreement is not only a further step in the development of our academic cooperation, but also a significant boost to the strengthening of the international research network in the fields of medical science, psychology and health education.
Key objectives of cooperation
The main objective of the partnership is to promotion of high standards of medical care and the professional development of mental and somatic health professionals. The initiative will also enhancing the quality of academic education national and international level, fostering the interdisciplinary exchange of experiences and implementing modern educational practices.
The contract provides for:
- implementation of joint research projects,
- the organisation of international conferences, seminars and training courses,
- scientific publications,
- exchange of teaching materials,
- the organisation of traineeships and internships for students, in particular Psychology majors.
International scientific journal: "International Medical Herald"
A particular achievement of this collaboration is the initiative to establish a new international scientific journal, entitled 'The Scientific Journal of the World'. "International Medical Herald". It is an ambitious undertaking that aims to create a an open publication platform promoting the highest standards of science and exchange of knowledge in the fields of psychology, psychiatry and medical science.
The journal will be published in four languages: Ukrainian, English, German and Polish, which will significantly broaden its reach and facilitate access for the international research community. The multilingualism and high level of publication have the potential to make the journal a a forum for the exchange of knowledge and the promotion of research results of global importance.
Shared mission and development perspective
The concluded agreement and the planned initiatives are part of the a long-term strategy for the internationalisation of scientific activities University of Vocational Training. Our aim is to develop a partnership network, to jointly implement projects with high application value and to strengthen the the presence of our University in the international circulation of knowledge.
We firmly believe that this cooperation will bring real benefits for the academic community of both institutions, will enrich the teaching and research offer and open up new perspectives for our students, lecturers and partners. With compliments to the partners and hope for long-term cooperation -. thank you for your trust and shared vision of the future.
Read MoreInternational scientific monograph following the conference on 'Health and Society in War' - the next phase of research partnerships
The College of Vocational Training in Wrocław, together with its long-standing research partner, the Central Ukrainian Institute of Human Development at the University of Ukraine, organised a an international scientific conference held on 16 May 2025 in an online format.
The event was a continuation of a series of international scientific endeavours that have been running since 2022 with the aim of deepening research cooperation and promoting an interdisciplinary approach to the challenges facing contemporary society.
This year's conference was dedicated to analysing the impact of armed conflict on public health and social life. It was attended by academics, practitioners and experts from many countries, representing leading universities, research institutes and public health and social policy institutions.
International cooperation as a foundation for the development of science
Developing international cooperation in science is the strategic objective of our University. Thanks to regular ventures with a global reach build scientific networks, we jointly acquire knowledge and share experiences, thereby strengthening the status of research and the impact of science on the quality of social and economic life. The internationalisation of research activities today is not only a challenge but also a necessity in the context of building a modern, an academic community open to dialogue.
Post-conference scientific publication
The conference culminates in a scientific monograph published in three volumes edited by the authorities of the College of Vocational Training: Dr Henryk Fedewicz - Rector, Dr Bartosz Błaszczak - Managing Director and Dr Irena Malinowska - Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences.
Each volume focuses on a separate research strand:
- Volume I - rehabilitation, medical science, pedagogy and psychology;
- Volume II - Legal aspects of the functioning of society in wartime;
- Volume III - economics, finance, management, information technology, media and artificial intelligence.
The monograph is a valuable source of interdisciplinary knowledge and an important voice in the international debate on the consequences of armed conflict on public health and social structures.
University of Vocational Training co-organises national research conference "1000 years of Poland in Europe - balance of experiences and vision for the future"
On 23-24 June 2025 a nationwide scientific conference entitled 'The Role of the European Union in the Social Sciences' was held at the Faculty of Social Sciences of the University of Wrocław. "1000 YEARS - Poland in Europe. Taking stock of experience and a vision for the future".devoted to reflection on Poland's place and role in Europe over the millennium. The event was organised in the special year of Poland's assumption of the Presidency of the Council of the European Union.
We are proud to announce that the College of Vocational Training has acted as a co-organiser of the event, actively participating in both its preparation and expert sessions.
Interdisciplinary debate and presence of experts from all over Poland
The conference brought together more than 100 speakers from leading universities and research institutions from across the country. Topics covered included. Poland's international position, changes in the European system, challenges in the area of security, legal transformations and contemporary social and cultural phenomena.
The participation of representatives from the Vocational Training College was an important contribution to the analysis of the current challenges facing Poland and Europe. The presence of the university as a co-organiser confirmed the high level of research conducted science and its commitment to developing academic cooperation at national and international level.
Representatives of the Higher School of Vocational Training in expert panels
Representatives of the academic staff of the College of Vocational Training took part in the four thematic panels, presenting the results of his own research and addressing key issues related to European politics, law, international relations and intercultural dialogue:
- Poland and the European Union - Dr Wojciech Kazanecki: 'Building European soft power with the use of European Union observation missions in the world: a Polish perspective'.
- Multiple dimensions of law - Dr Magdalena Debita: 'Crimes committed with artificial intelligence and the transformation of contemporary criminal law and cyber security - selected issues'.
- Poland and Central and Eastern Europe in international relations - Dr Aneta Kazanecka: "Polish diplomacy towards the cultural challenges of the 21st century".
- Migrations, minorities, borderlands - MA Małgorzata Pacer: "Intercultural and interreligious dialogue as a path to peace and cooperation".
Participation in these deliberations was confirmed by an active presence of the university in the national academic community and its commitment to interdisciplinary scientific debate.
The conference was held in a stationary format in the rooms of the Institute of Political Science and the Institute of International and Security Studies at the University of Wrocław.
