About Federation
- The Research Federation of WSB-DSW Merito Universities is the first academic federation in Poland, established on July, 20 2018
- It is an offical strategic alliance of six non-public universities. Its aim is the synergy of the scientific potential of its members, and the cooperation of research employees and the activities of the Federation lead to the creation of a new, higher value in scientific research.
- Its mission is to integrate academic potential, foster interdisciplinary collaboration, and promote excellence and innovation in science, contributing to the advancement and practical application of research outcomes.
- By working together, universities are able to achieve much more, which is especially important in international relations. Thanks to such synergy it is possible to engage in international research partnerships.
Research Federation of WSB & DSW Merito Universities
Member universities :
- DSW University of Lower Silesia
DSW University of Lower Silesia in Wrocław has been in existence since 1997. It is comprised of the Faculty of Applied Studies, as well as five colleges—including the College of Administrative, Security and Technical Studies; College of Social Communication and Media Studies; College of Pedagogical Studies; College of Psychological Studies; College of Health Sciences—and the Research Group for Remote Education. - WSB Merito University in Gdańsk
WSB Merito University in Gdansk was founded in 1998 as the Gdańsk School of Banking. With its campuses based in Gdańsk and Gdynia, the university is comprised of five faculties: Faculty of Business, Faculty of Law and Administration, Faculty of Information Technology and New Technologies, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, and the Faculty of Health. - WSB Merito University in Poznań
Founded as the Poznań School of Banking, WSB Merito University in Poznan has been in existence since 1994 . The university is made up of three faculties: the Faculty of Finance and Banking in Poznan, the Faculty of Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Warsaw, the Branch Faculty in Chorzow, and the Faculty of Economics in Szczecin. - WSB Merito University in Toruń
WSB Merito University in Torun has been active since 1998. The university is made up of three faculties, including the Faculty of Finance and Management in Torun, the Faculty of Finance and Management in Bydgoszcz, and the Faculty of Applied Studies in Lodz. - WSB Merito University in Wrocław
WSB Merito University in Wroclaw was established in 1998. The university consists of two faculties: the Faculty of Finance and Management in Wroclaw, and the Faculty of Economics in Opole. - Civitas University
Civitas University is a private university in Warsaw, Poland, founded in 1997 by professors from the Polish Academy of Sciences. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs in social sciences, international relations, and journalism, emphasizing practical skills through internships. With a diverse student body from over 70 countries and a faculty of more than 200 experts, it is recognized for its high educational standards and engaging learning environment.
The structure of the Research Federation
The structure outlines the composition of the Research Federation WSB & DSW Merito, which was established under the Act 2.0 – Law on Higher Education and Science of July 20, 2018. The federation brings together six institutions: WSB Merito Universities in Poznań, Gdańsk, Toruń, and Wrocław (including faculty branches in seven other cities), as well as the DSW University of Lower Silesia in Wrocław and Civitas University in Warsaw.
- The Research Federation WSB & DSW Merito
Established based on the Act 2.0 See the document- WSB Merito University in Poznań joined on 28.05.2019 See the document (the Statute)
- WSB Merito University in Gdańsk joined on 28.05.2019 See the document (the Statute)
- WSB Merito University in Toruń joined on 07.10.2022 See the document (the Statute)
- WSB Merito University in Wrocław joined on 28.05.2019 See the document (the Statute)
- DSW University of Lower Silesia in Wrocław joined on 28.05.2019 See the document (the Statute)
- Civitas University in Warsaw joined on 01.01.2025 See the document (the Statute)
The registered office of the Research Federation of WSB & DSW Merito Universities is located in Gdańsk.