Silesian College of Medicine in Katowice
Katowice, Poland
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
- 90%
- Students
- 2,500
- International students
- 5%
- Institution type
- Private
- Founded
- 2008
Overview
Founded in 2008, the Silesian College of Medicine in Katowice (SWSM) has established itself as a leading private institution for health-related vocational education in the Silesian region. The college offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs primarily focused on Dietetics and Cosmetology, integrating theoretical knowledge with extensive clinical and laboratory practice. SWSM operates from a modern campus in the heart of Katowice, featuring specialized laboratories for nutrition, chemistry, and aesthetic medicine. The institution maintains close ties with the local medical community and beauty industry to ensure its curriculum remains aligned with current market demands. Students benefit from a range of postgraduate courses and professional certifications offered alongside their degree programs. The college is committed to fostering a professional environment that emphasizes ethics, humanism, and scientific rigor in medical education.
Fields of study
- Dietetics
- Cosmetology
- Public Health
- Aesthetic Medicine
Accreditation: Polish Accreditation Committee (PKA)
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- Fall
- Application deadlines
- September 30
- Rolling admissions
- Yes
- Admissions contact
- rekrutacja@swsm.pl
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
PLN 5,000 – PLN 9,000 / year
From about $1,250 / year
Domestic students
PLN 4,400 – PLN 8,000 / year
Tuition fees are typically paid per semester. Fees vary between Dietetics and Cosmetology programs.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Official fee source (opens in a new tab)Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.
