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Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego we Wrocławiu

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Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego we Wrocławiu
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Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego im. Polskich Olimpijczyków we Wrocławiu
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awf.wroc.pl
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Public
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1946
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Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego we Wrocławiu (AWF Wrocław) is a public Polish university founded in 1946 and officially named after Polish Olympians in 2022. The institution operates two faculties — the Faculty of Physiotherapy (Wydział Fizjoterapii) and the Faculty of Physical Education and Sport (Wydział Wychowania Fizycznego i Sportu) — plus a Doctoral School, a Third Age University (Uniwersytet Trzeciego Wieku), and a Centrum Rozwoju Kadr (CRK) continuing education center. It delivers accredited Bachelor, Master, and doctoral programs in physiotherapy, physical education, sports science, tourism and recreation, cosmetology, occupational therapy, and security and public order, serving primarily Polish and EU undergraduates, plus a smaller cohort of non-EU international students recruited via a dedicated Welcome Centre.

The university runs a Central Research Laboratory (Centralne Laboratorium Badawcze) for biomechanics, motor potential assessment (FitKids, Bramkarski Talent), and post-injury return-to-sport analysis, and operates a state-of-the-art simulation hall featuring Poland's only patient-journey showroom for disability accessibility. Its publishing arm (Wydawnictwo AWF) produces two peer-reviewed journals — Human Movement (Web of Science, Impact Factor 1.0) and Physiotherapy Quarterly — and the institution developed the EDUballe educational ball system, which has been exported internationally. Core technology infrastructure includes USOSweb for academic administration, eStudent platform, Microsoft 365 for staff/student mail, EBSCO for library resources, and an interactive campus map portal.

Revenue is primarily state-funded under the Polish public university model, with EU/Polish first-degree students paying no tuition. Additional streams include tuition from non-EU and certain second-cycle students, paid postgraduate and vocational courses via CRK (e.g., UEFA C coaching license, first aid, cosmetology), rental of Olympic-standard sports facilities and athletic infrastructure, real estate leases via the public procurement portal (BIP), competitive research grants (NCBiR, Erasmus+, FENG), and conference/event hosting fees. The university is governed by Rector Tadeusz Stefaniak (elected February 2024) and Vice-Rector for Development Aneta Stosik, with strategic partnerships spanning Śląsk Wrocław, Decathlon, Rehasport, the University of Wrocław, the Internal Security Agency (ABW), the Voivodeship Police Headquarters, and the Dolnośląskie Marshal's Office.

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AWF Wrocław is a Polish public university founded in 1946, operating two faculties (Physiotherapy; Physical Education and Sport) plus a Doctoral School and continuing education center. It delivers accredited degree programs, applied sports science research, peer-reviewed journals, and continuing professional development across Wrocław and the Dolnośląskie region.

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HeadquartersWrocław, Poland
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Wrocław
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Europe
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Serves global market

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higher education services, sports science research, physiotherapy training, physical education programs, continuing professional development
Industry4 codes
PRIMARYHSADAEAO
Coach Education, Certification & Clinics
SECONDARYEDAAAHAB
Fitness & Exercise Training Education (Strength, Cardio, Mobility)
Education/Adult & Continuing Education/Health, Wellness & Lifestyle Education (Nutrition, Fitness, Mindfulness)
SECONDARYEDAMAGAI
Economics & Finance Competitions (Econ Challenge, Stock Market Games)
Education/Supplemental & Enrichment Programs (Arts, STEM, Language)/Academic Clubs & Competitions (Debate, Model UN, Olympiads)
SECONDARYEDAMAIAJ
Health, Wellness & Self-Care Skills (Sleep, Nutrition, Habits)
Education/Supplemental & Enrichment Programs (Arts, STEM, Language)/Life Skills & Personal Development (Study Skills, Executive Function, SEL)
NAICS code3 codes
  • Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools61131
  • Sports and Recreation Instruction61162
  • Testing Laboratories and Services54138
SIC code2 codes
  • Services-Educational Services8200
  • Services-Misc Health & Allied Services, Nec8090
Product category
Higher Education
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Revenue model6 records
1State-Funded Education (Subsidized Tuition)
TypeSubscription Recurring
Description

As a public university, AWF Wrocław receives government funding based on enrollment and performance metrics. Certain programs charge tuition for non-EU students and some second-degree programs, generating direct revenue per student.

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2Postgraduate Studies, Courses, and Training
TypeOne Time License
Description

The Centrum Rozwoju Kadr (CRK) offers paid postgraduate programs, professional courses, and vocational training (e.g., UEFA C coaching license, pediatric first aid, mindfulness in professional practice, cosmetic procedures), generating revenue from working professionals seeking credentials.

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3Sports Facility Rental
TypeTransaction Fee
Description

The university rents out sports facilities and athletic infrastructure (including the Olympic Stadium, athletics track, training halls) to external organizations, clubs, and individuals. Pricing is publicly available via the infrastructure portal.

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4Property Rental and Real Estate Services
TypeTransaction Fee
Description

Through its public procurement portal (BIP), AWF Wrocław offers real estate for rent, sale, and other arrangements, generating revenue from underutilized campus assets.

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5Research Grants and Project Funding
TypeSubscription Recurring
Description

Researchers secure competitive national and international grants (NCBiR, Erasmus+, FENG programs) that fund specific research projects and contribute to institutional research capacity. Prorektor Aneta Stosik signed a strategic co-financing agreement with NCBiR.

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6Conference and Event Services
TypeTransaction Fee
Description

The university generates revenue hosting conferences (XII Międzynarodowe Dni Fizjoterapii, ScoSym 2025, NSCA conferences) with registration fees and sponsorship.

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Distribution channels6 records

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Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales
Pricing details4 tiers
1State-subsidized degree programs for EU/Polish students
ModelSubscriptionBilling cadenceAnnual
Notes

EU and Polish citizens pay no tuition for first-degree and doctoral programs under the state-funded model; tuition applies to fee-based positions or second-degree programs. Fees are set by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education.

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2Fee-based/tuition programs for non-EU and certain second-cycle students
ModelSubscriptionBilling cadenceAnnual
Notes

Non-EU international students and some second-cycle programs charge per-semester tuition. Specific amounts are published on the recruitment portal (rekrutacja.awf.wroc.pl) and vary by program.

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3Postgraduate studies and vocational courses (CRK)
ModelOne time/ perpetual licenseBilling cadencePay-as-you-go
Notes

Courses offered by Centrum Rozwoju Kadr (CRK) charge per-course fees. Examples include UEFA C coaching license, pediatric first aid, massage courses (Lira Clinical chemical peels), mindfulness professional practice — each with distinct pricing published on crk.awf.wroc.pl.

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4Sports facility rental for external organizations and individuals
ModelUnit PricingBilling cadencePay-as-you-go
Notes

Rental pricing for sports facilities and venues is published in the facility pricing list at infrastruktura.awf.wroc.pl. Fees vary by facility type, duration, and user category.

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B2B and B2C
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Services
Core offering1 text field

Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego we Wrocławiu (AWF Wrocław) is a Polish public university that delivers accredited higher education degree programs (Bachelor, Master, long-cycle Master, doctoral) in physiotherapy, physical education, sport, tourism and recreation, occupational therapy, cosmetology, and security and public order, across its Faculty of Physiotherapy and Faculty of Physical Education and Sport. Beyond degree programs, it sells postgraduate studies and professional development courses through its Centrum Rozwoju Kadr (CRK), rents Olympic-standard sports facilities, publishes two Web of Science-indexed scientific journals (Human Movement and Physiotherapy Quarterly), and operates a Central Research Laboratory offering sports science testing and biomechanical assessment. It also reaches non-degree audiences through the Uniwersytet Trzeciego Wieku (UTW) senior program.

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  • 8 consecutive swimming championships won by AWF Wrocław's Swimming Section
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Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego we Wrocławiu (AWF Wrocław) is a public university offering a multi-faculty platform of educational services across physical education, physiotherapy, sports, and wellness disciplines. The institution operates two main faculties (Wydział Fizjoterapii and Wydział Wychowania Fizycznego i Sportu), a Doctoral School, and several specialized centers. The product portfolio includes academic degree programs, scientific publications through AWF Publishing (Wydawnictwo AWF), two peer-reviewed journals (Human Movement and Physiotherapy Quarterly), professional development courses via Centrum Rozwoju Kadr (CRK), sports and rehabilitation laboratory services through Centralne Laboratorium Badawcze (CLB), educational tools such as EDUballe educational balls, and facility rental services. The university positions itself as an integrated academic-sports-health platform serving students, researchers, athletes, and the broader community.

Product and service18 records
1Fizjoterapia (Physiotherapy) degree programme
CategoryDegree programme
Description

Bachelor's and Master's degree programme in physiotherapy offered at Wydział Fizjoterapii (Faculty of Physiotherapy), the university's flagship and most competitive programme, training licensed physiotherapists for clinical, sports and rehabilitation practice.

2Wychowanie Fizyczne (Physical Education) degree programme
CategoryDegree programme
Description

Degree programme in physical education and sports pedagogy offered at Wydział Wychowania Fizycznego i Sportu (Faculty of Physical Education and Sport), preparing graduates for PE teaching and sports pedagogy careers.

3Sport degree programme
CategoryDegree programme
Description

Sports science and coaching degree programme focusing on athletic training, sports management and performance optimization, offered at Wydział Wychowania Fizycznego i Sportu.

4Turystyka i Rekreacja (Tourism and Recreation) degree programme
CategoryDegree programme
Description

Degree programme in tourism management and recreational services, preparing professionals for the hospitality, leisure and recreation industry, offered at Wydział Wychowania Fizycznego i Sportu.

5Terapia Zajęciowa (Occupational Therapy) degree programme
CategoryDegree programme
Description

Degree programme in occupational therapy focusing on rehabilitation and functional independence for individuals with disabilities, offered at Wydział Fizjoterapii.

6Kosmetologia (Cosmetology) degree programme
CategoryDegree programme
Description

Degree programme in cosmetology offered at the Faculty of Physiotherapy, covering aesthetic medicine, skincare, and beauty treatments, with industry partners such as Fundacja Holistic Skin and Beauty Project.

7Bezpieczeństwo i Porządek Publiczny (Security and Public Order) degree programme
CategoryDegree programme
Description

Degree programme in security studies and public order management, training professionals for law enforcement and security services, with cooperation agreements with Komenda Wojewódzka Policji, ABW and Liceum Służb Mundurowych we Wrocławiu.

8Szkoła Doktorska (Doctoral School)
CategoryDoctoral programme
Description

Structured doctoral programme offering research training across sports sciences, health sciences and related disciplines, leading to a doctoral degree.

9Centrum Rozwoju Kadr (CRK) postgraduate and vocational courses
CategoryContinuing education
Description

Human Resource Development Center (CRK) offering postgraduate programmes, professional courses, and vocational training workshops for working professionals and career development, including UEFA C coaching license, pediatric first aid, massage courses, chemical peels (Lira Clinical), mindfulness in professional practice, and other paid per-course credentials.

10Studia podyplomowe (Post-graduate programmes)
CategoryContinuing education
Description

Post-graduate degree programmes offered across disciplines including physiotherapy, cosmetology, sports management, and physical education, delivered by CRK.

11Uniwersytet Trzeciego Wieku (UTW)
CategorySenior education programme
Description

Third Age University offering educational programmes and activities for adults aged 60+, promoting lifelong learning, physical activity, social integration and health education, with over 18 annual forums held.

12Centralne Laboratorium Badawcze AWF (CLB) research services
CategoryResearch service
Description

Central research laboratory offering scientific testing, sports performance analysis, and health assessment services, including specialized programmes FitKids (motor potential assessment for children), Bramkarski Talent (goalkeeper talent identification), and Wróć po kontuzji (return after injury), serving athletes, clubs, parents and researchers.

13EDUballe educational product
CategoryEducational product
Description

Educational balls developed by AWF Wrocław for physical education instruction, with international recognition and adoption in schools and institutions worldwide for teaching motor skills to children.

14Human Movement scientific journal
CategoryScientific journal
Description

Peer-reviewed scientific journal published by AWF Wrocław covering topics in human movement, sports science and physiotherapy, indexed in Web of Science with Impact Factor 1.0.

15Physiotherapy Quarterly scientific journal
CategoryScientific journal
Description

Scientific journal focusing on physiotherapy research and clinical practice, published by AWF Wrocław's Wydawnictwo AWF publishing house.

16Wydawnictwo AWF (AWF Publishing)
CategoryPublishing house
Description

University publishing house producing academic textbooks, monographs, and scientific publications across sports science, physiotherapy, and physical education disciplines.

17Sports facility rental service
CategoryFacility rental service
Description

Rental services for sports facilities and educational spaces including the Olympic Stadium (Stadion Olimpijski), athletics tracks, swimming pools, gyms, and lecture halls, available to sports clubs, event organisers, corporations, and individuals.

18Biblioteka Główna (Main Library) services
CategoryLibrary service
Description

University library providing access to academic databases (including EBSCO), e-resources, digital collections, and research support services including the publication database for AWF researchers.

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Partnership37 partners
Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2026-07-17
Description

AWF Wrocław and the Institute of Sociology at UWr began a new collaboration focused on sociological research, expanding the scope of the broader UWr-AWF strategic partnership.

Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2026-07-16
Description

AWF Wrocław participated in the Rectors' Conference of Physical Education Academies in Poland, discussing the development directions of all Polish physical education universities.

Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2026-07-15
Description

AWF Wrocław hosted parts of the IPA Games 2026 (International Police Games) — a major international event where police officers compete in sports — with BIPP students providing volunteer support.

Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2026-05-13
Description

AWF Wrocław joined the One Health project alongside other Wrocław universities, focusing on interdisciplinary health research that bridges human health, animal health, and environmental factors.

Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2026-04-23
Description

AWF Wrocław and the University of Wrocław signed a strategic cooperation agreement covering education, scientific research, and health promotion. This is one of the university's most significant partnerships, uniting two major Wrocław universities in shared missions around academic excellence and community impact.

6Liceum w Trzebnicy (High School in Trzebnica)
Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2026-04-22
Description

A new partnership between AWF Wrocław and the high school in Trzebnica to support young sports talents, building on the patronate school network approach.

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Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2026-03-24
Description

AWF Wrocław established cooperation with the ABW, bringing specialized security education and training to students of the Bezpieczeństwo i Porządek Publiczny program. Students learn from ABW agents and intelligence professionals.

8Klub Partnerów AWF Wrocław (Partners Club)
Strategic tierCoreTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2026-01-26
Description

AWF Wrocław established a 'Partners Club' bringing together key institutional and business partners for networking, collaboration, and mutual promotion. The inaugural Partners Club meeting took place on 26 January 2026, consolidating the university's most important relationships.

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9Liceum Służb Mundurowych we Wrocławiu
Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2025-12-04
Description

Cooperation agreement with the Wrocław Secondary School of Uniformed Services to create pathways for students into AWF Wrocław's Bezpieczeństwo i Porządek Publiczny program and other sports-related studies.

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10Akademia Katolicka we Wrocławiu
Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2025-11-21
Description

Cooperation with the Catholic Academy in Wrocław, participating in its inauguration ceremony where AWF Wrocław's Rector received the Golden Cross of Merit.

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11Hotel Mona Lisa Wellness Spa, Kołobrzeg
Strategic tierMinorTypeChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAnnounced on2025-11-14
Description

AWF Wrocław established a new internship opportunity for Physiotherapy and Cosmetology students at Hotel Mona Lisa Wellness Spa in Kołobrzeg, providing real-world hospitality and wellness sector experience.

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Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2025-11-12
Description

AWF Wrocław and Rehasport (a leading sports medicine and orthopaedics clinic) entered into a cooperation agreement to advance research and clinical practice in sports physiotherapy and rehabilitation.

13Dolnośląski Festiwal Nauki (DFN)
Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2025-10-24
Description

AWF Wrocław is a regular co-organizer of the Dolnośląski Festiwal Nauki, one of the largest science festivals in the region, engaging thousands of participants with hands-on sports science and health activities.

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Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2025-09-30
Description

AWF Wrocław signed a letter of intent with the 'Zdążyć z Pomocą' Foundation to support children in need, combining the university's health expertise with the foundation's social mission.

15Wrocławskie Towarzystwo Naukowe (Wrocław Scientific Society)
Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2025-09-22
Description

AWF Wrocław scientists were admitted as members of the Wrocław Scientific Society, recognizing their contributions to regional science and enabling further interdisciplinary collaboration.

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Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2025-09-19
Description

Researchers from AWF Wrocław conduct field studies at Dolnośląskie Centrum Sportu Polana Jakuszycka, studying cross-country skiing conditions and athlete performance in natural winter sports environments.

Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2025-09-12
Description

AWF Wrocław was a partner in the IV Dolnośląski Kongres Dostępności (Accessibility Congress) 'SPORT BEZ BARIER' held at Wrocław Airport, demonstrating the university's accessibility expertise.

18Gmina Wrocław (City of Wrocław) - #nabieraMYodwagi Campaign
Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2025-09-01
Description

AWF Wrocław and the City of Wrocław joined forces in the #naberaMYodwagi campaign to combat obesity and promote physical activity across the city, reflecting the university's public health mission.

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19Komenda Wojewódzka Policji we Wrocławiu (Voivodeship Police Headquarters)
Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2025-08-01
Description

AWF Wrocław signed an agreement to help train future police officers. The Bezpieczeństwo i Porządek Publiczny (Security and Public Order) program students will have access to police training facilities and professional development opportunities. Students also do internships at police stations.

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20RE:KAMPUS Workshop (Campus Redesign)
Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2025-07-25
Description

AWF Wrocław conducted RE:KAMPUS design workshops to reimagine the campus space, involving students, staff, and external design professionals. This initiative, led by Prorektor Aneta Stosik, signals a new era of campus modernization.

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21University of Josip Juraj Strossmayer in Osijek - Faculty of Kinesiology
Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2025-07-24
Description

A cooperation agreement was signed with the Faculty of Kinesiology at the University of Josip Juraj Strossmayer in Osijek (Croatia), enabling student and faculty exchanges, joint research, and international academic collaboration.

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Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2025-07-07
Description

AWF Wrocław and Decathlon announced a partnership combining science, sport, and business. The collaboration involves knowledge sharing, product development insights, and joint initiatives connecting the university's research expertise with Decathlon's sports retail and product innovation capabilities.

23Śląsk Wrocław (Football Club)
Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2025-07-01
Description

Wydział Fizjoterapii AWF Wrocław and Śląsk Wrocław football club joined forces for science and sport in a shared mission. The partnership provides AWF students with professional sports environment exposure while bringing scientific expertise to the club's athlete health and performance programs.

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Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2025-06-23
Description

AWF Wrocław and ZSE-O signed a Patronage Agreement for shared future young athletes. The university also runs a research cooperation project with ZSE-O's swimming classes, including studies on training balance in young swimmers.

25Międzynarodowa Konferencja CPRunLMTD
Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2025-06-16
Description

AWF Wrocław hosted the international CPRunLMTD conference, bringing together international researchers and practitioners in a sports science and rehabilitation discipline.

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26Onkoigrzyska (Oncology Games)
Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2025-06-08
Description

AWF Wrocław has hosted the Dolnośląskie Onkoigrzyska Dzieci i Młodzieży (Dolnośląskie Oncology Games for Children and Youth) for 15+ years. The 2025 edition attracted hundreds of participants, promoting physical activity for children affected by cancer.

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Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2025-05-13
Description

AWF Wrocław and Beauty Project joined forces to support the development of physiotherapy and cosmetology education, leveraging Beauty Project's industry connections in the beauty and wellness sector.

Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2025-04-24
Description

AWF Wrocław participates in the MedSilesia health cluster, exploring research collaboration opportunities for scientists within the medical and health technology ecosystem in the Silesian region.

29Ośrodek Profilaktyki i Rekreacji 'Creator'
Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2025-04-16
Description

Cooperation agreement for conducting specializations in physiotherapy between AWF Wrocław and the 'Creator' Prevention and Recreation Centre.

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30Dolnośląska Sieć EURAXESS
Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2025-04-10
Description

AWF Wrocław joined the Dolnośląska sieć EURAXESS, a European network supporting researcher mobility and international research collaboration, enhancing the university's international research profile.

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31Fundacja Holistic Skin
Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2025-03-10
Description

The Faculty of Physiotherapy's Cosmetology program partnered with Fundacja Holistic Skin to develop joint educational and research initiatives in skin health and cosmetic practice.

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Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2025-03-06
Description

AWF Wrocław and the Wrocław University of Economics joined forces to support students, likely in joint wellness or health economics initiatives.

Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2025-01-26
Description

AWF Wrocław and PZPS began working on an agreement for training and validating volleyball coaches in accordance with Poland's Integrated Qualifications System (Zintegrowany System Kwalifikacji), combining academic credentials with federation-recognized coaching certifications.

34Narodowa Agencja Erasmus+
Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2025-01-24
Description

AWF Wrocław actively participates in Erasmus+ programs coordinated by the Polish National Erasmus+ Agency, including international student exchanges, staff mobility, and joint international projects (BIP 'In Someone's Shoes', 'Safe Mountain Explorer', 'Learning by Moving').

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Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2024-10-31
Description

The Dolnośląskie Voivodeship Marshal's Office entered a cooperation agreement with AWF Wrocław for medals, health, and new student initiatives. The UMWD also co-finances the UTW senior programs and various sports projects.

Strategic tierCoreTypeChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAnnounced on2024-10-19
Description

AWF Wrocław maintains a network of formal partner schools (licea and vocational schools) including ZSP nr 2 in Kępno, creating structured pathways for student recruitment. The university visits schools, runs workshops, and offers preferential pathways for partner school graduates.

Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2024-06-12
Description

The Ministry of Sport and Tourism holds regular consultations at AWF Wrocław (e.g., on Olympic Games 2040 strategy, sports development policy), and university leadership meets with ministers, positioning AWF as a key national advisor on sports policy.

Recent move6 records

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Peers10 records
1Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego im. Bronisława Czecha w Krakowie (AWF Kraków)
TypeDirect peer
Description

A direct peer Polish AWF offering the same core faculties (physiotherapy, PE, sport) and competing for the same domestic applicant pool, faculty talent, and ministerial funding allocations.

2Faculty of Kinesiology, University of Zagreb
TypeRegional player
Description

AWF Wrocław has an active bilateral cooperation agreement with this Croatian Faculty of Kinesiology. Operates the same PE/sport-science mandate in a neighboring market, making it a relevant regional peer and Erasmus+ exchange partner.

TypeRegional player
Description

Central-European specialist sports university with parallel mandate in PE teacher training, coaching certification, and sport-science research. A regional peer operating in a different national market but comparable in mission and program structure.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Top global sport-science university with a strong Shanghai Ranking position. Comparable to AWF Wrocław in research output and the elite-athlete development ecosystem, but operating at a much larger scale and broader institutional scope.

TypeRegional player
Description

Specialist Central-European sport-science institution competing for international students and EU research grants in the same Shanghai Ranking cluster as AWF Wrocław.

6Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego Józefa Piłsudskiego w Warszawie (AWF Warsaw)
TypeDirect peer
Description

The flagship Polish academy of physical education, located in Warsaw, and the most established AWF institution. It is a direct peer in degree offerings (physiotherapy, PE, sport) and competes for the same national student pool and research grants.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Direct peer AWF in the Silesian region offering overlapping degree programs in physiotherapy, PE, and sport, and participating in the same Rectors' Conference of Polish Physical Education Academies.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Direct peer Polish AWF focused on PE, sport, and physiotherapy in northern Poland; competes in the same national rankings, ministerial funding, and faculty recruitment market as AWF Wrocław.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Direct peer Polish AWF serving Wielkopolskie — the same secondary-school region from which AWF Wrocław draws significant Open Day participants — making it a near-substitute competitor for prospective students.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Germany's flagship sports university, offering overlapping degree and research programs in sport science and physiotherapy. Comparable as a broader European incumbent in the same Shanghai Ranking band and a natural partner/competitor in Erasmus+ flows.

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Named customers10 records

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Segment6 records

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Ideal customer profile5 records

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Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego we Wrocławiu

Higher Educationawf.wroc.pl

AWF Wrocław is a Polish public university founded in 1946, operating two faculties (Physiotherapy; Physical Education and Sport) plus a Doctoral School and continuing education center. It delivers accredited degree programs, applied sports science research, peer-reviewed journals, and continuing professional development across Wrocław and the Dolnośląskie region.

What Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego we Wrocławiu does

Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego we Wrocławiu (AWF Wrocław) is a public Polish university founded in 1946 and officially named after Polish Olympians in 2022. The institution operates two faculties — the Faculty of Physiotherapy (Wydział Fizjoterapii) and the Faculty of Physical Education and Sport (Wydział Wychowania Fizycznego i Sportu) — plus a Doctoral School, a Third Age University (Uniwersytet Trzeciego Wieku), and a Centrum Rozwoju Kadr (CRK) continuing education center. It delivers accredited Bachelor, Master, and doctoral programs in physiotherapy, physical education, sports science, tourism and recreation, cosmetology, occupational therapy, and security and public order, serving primarily Polish and EU undergraduates, plus a smaller cohort of non-EU international students recruited via a dedicated Welcome Centre.

The university runs a Central Research Laboratory (Centralne Laboratorium Badawcze) for biomechanics, motor potential assessment (FitKids, Bramkarski Talent), and post-injury return-to-sport analysis, and operates a state-of-the-art simulation hall featuring Poland's only patient-journey showroom for disability accessibility. Its publishing arm (Wydawnictwo AWF) produces two peer-reviewed journals — Human Movement (Web of Science, Impact Factor 1.0) and Physiotherapy Quarterly — and the institution developed the EDUballe educational ball system, which has been exported internationally. Core technology infrastructure includes USOSweb for academic administration, eStudent platform, Microsoft 365 for staff/student mail, EBSCO for library resources, and an interactive campus map portal.

Revenue is primarily state-funded under the Polish public university model, with EU/Polish first-degree students paying no tuition. Additional streams include tuition from non-EU and certain second-cycle students, paid postgraduate and vocational courses via CRK (e.g., UEFA C coaching license, first aid, cosmetology), rental of Olympic-standard sports facilities and athletic infrastructure, real estate leases via the public procurement portal (BIP), competitive research grants (NCBiR, Erasmus+, FENG), and conference/event hosting fees. The university is governed by Rector Tadeusz Stefaniak (elected February 2024) and Vice-Rector for Development Aneta Stosik, with strategic partnerships spanning Śląsk Wrocław, Decathlon, Rehasport, the University of Wrocław, the Internal Security Agency (ABW), the Voivodeship Police Headquarters, and the Dolnośląskie Marshal's Office.

Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego we Wrocławiu firmographics

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Name
Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego we Wrocławiu
Legal name
Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego im. Polskich Olimpijczyków we Wrocławiu
Website
https://awf.wroc.pl
Company type
Public
Founded year
1946
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
101–250 employees
Short description
AWF Wrocław is a Polish public university founded in 1946, operating two faculties (Physiotherapy; Physical Education and Sport) plus a Doctoral School and continuing education center. It delivers accredited degree programs, applied sports science research, peer-reviewed journals, and continuing professional development across Wrocław and the Dolnośląskie region.
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Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego we Wrocławiu industry classification

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Product category
Higher Education
NAICS
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (61131), Sports and Recreation Instruction (61162), Testing Laboratories and Services (54138)
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Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Misc Health & Allied Services, Nec (8090)
akta.pro industry
PRIMARYHSADAEAO
Coach Education, Certification & Clinics
SECONDARYEDAAAHAB
Fitness & Exercise Training Education (Strength, Cardio, Mobility)
Education/Adult & Continuing Education/Health, Wellness & Lifestyle Education (Nutrition, Fitness, Mindfulness)
SECONDARYEDAMAGAI
Economics & Finance Competitions (Econ Challenge, Stock Market Games)
Education/Supplemental & Enrichment Programs (Arts, STEM, Language)/Academic Clubs & Competitions (Debate, Model UN, Olympiads)
SECONDARYEDAMAIAJ
Health, Wellness & Self-Care Skills (Sleep, Nutrition, Habits)
Education/Supplemental & Enrichment Programs (Arts, STEM, Language)/Life Skills & Personal Development (Study Skills, Executive Function, SEL)

Keywords

  • Higher education services
  • Sports science research
  • Physiotherapy training
  • Physical education programs
  • Continuing professional development

Where Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego we Wrocławiu is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
Wrocław
HQ country
Poland
HQ region
Europe

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Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego we Wrocławiu business model

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B2B and B2C
Offering type
Services
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Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

  1. State-Funded Education (Subsidized Tuition): As a public university, AWF Wrocław receives government funding based on enrollment and performance metrics. Certain programs charge tuition for non-EU students and some second-degree programs, generating direct revenue per student.
  2. Postgraduate Studies, Courses, and Training: The Centrum Rozwoju Kadr (CRK) offers paid postgraduate programs, professional courses, and vocational training (e.g., UEFA C coaching license, pediatric first aid, mindfulness in professional practice, cosmetic procedures), generating revenue from working professionals seeking credentials.
  3. Sports Facility Rental: The university rents out sports facilities and athletic infrastructure (including the Olympic Stadium, athletics track, training halls) to external organizations, clubs, and individuals. Pricing is publicly available via the infrastructure portal.
  4. Property Rental and Real Estate Services: Through its public procurement portal (BIP), AWF Wrocław offers real estate for rent, sale, and other arrangements, generating revenue from underutilized campus assets.
  5. Research Grants and Project Funding: Researchers secure competitive national and international grants (NCBiR, Erasmus+, FENG programs) that fund specific research projects and contribute to institutional research capacity. Prorektor Aneta Stosik signed a strategic co-financing agreement with NCBiR.
  6. Conference and Event Services: The university generates revenue hosting conferences (XII Międzynarodowe Dni Fizjoterapii, ScoSym 2025, NSCA conferences) with registration fees and sponsorship.

Pricing tiers

ModelBillingPrice
SubscriptionAnnualState-subsidized degree programs for EU/Polish students
SubscriptionAnnualFee-based/tuition programs for non-EU and certain second-cycle students
One time/ perpetual licensePay-as-you-goPostgraduate studies and vocational courses (CRK)
Unit PricingPay-as-you-goSports facility rental for external organizations and individuals

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Distribution channels6 records

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Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego we Wrocławiu product offering

Product offering

Core offering

Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego we Wrocławiu (AWF Wrocław) is a Polish public university that delivers accredited higher education degree programs (Bachelor, Master, long-cycle Master, doctoral) in physiotherapy, physical education, sport, tourism and recreation, occupational therapy, cosmetology, and security and public order, across its Faculty of Physiotherapy and Faculty of Physical Education and Sport. Beyond degree programs, it sells postgraduate studies and professional development courses through its Centrum Rozwoju Kadr (CRK), rents Olympic-standard sports facilities, publishes two Web of Science-indexed scientific journals (Human Movement and Physiotherapy Quarterly), and operates a Central Research Laboratory offering sports science testing and biomechanical assessment. It also reaches non-degree audiences through the Uniwersytet Trzeciego Wieku (UTW) senior program.

Product overview

Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego we Wrocławiu (AWF Wrocław) is a public university offering a multi-faculty platform of educational services across physical education, physiotherapy, sports, and wellness disciplines. The institution operates two main faculties (Wydział Fizjoterapii and Wydział Wychowania Fizycznego i Sportu), a Doctoral School, and several specialized centers. The product portfolio includes academic degree programs, scientific publications through AWF Publishing (Wydawnictwo AWF), two peer-reviewed journals (Human Movement and Physiotherapy Quarterly), professional development courses via Centrum Rozwoju Kadr (CRK), sports and rehabilitation laboratory services through Centralne Laboratorium Badawcze (CLB), educational tools such as EDUballe educational balls, and facility rental services. The university positions itself as an integrated academic-sports-health platform serving students, researchers, athletes, and the broader community.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

  • Fizjoterapia (Physiotherapy) degree programme Bachelor's and Master's degree programme in physiotherapy offered at Wydział Fizjoterapii (Faculty of Physiotherapy), the university's flagship and most competitive programme, training licensed physiotherapists for clinical, sports and rehabilitation practice.
  • Wychowanie Fizyczne (Physical Education) degree programme Degree programme in physical education and sports pedagogy offered at Wydział Wychowania Fizycznego i Sportu (Faculty of Physical Education and Sport), preparing graduates for PE teaching and sports pedagogy careers.
  • Sport degree programme Sports science and coaching degree programme focusing on athletic training, sports management and performance optimization, offered at Wydział Wychowania Fizycznego i Sportu.
  • Turystyka i Rekreacja (Tourism and Recreation) degree programme Degree programme in tourism management and recreational services, preparing professionals for the hospitality, leisure and recreation industry, offered at Wydział Wychowania Fizycznego i Sportu.
  • Terapia Zajęciowa (Occupational Therapy) degree programme Degree programme in occupational therapy focusing on rehabilitation and functional independence for individuals with disabilities, offered at Wydział Fizjoterapii.
  • Kosmetologia (Cosmetology) degree programme Degree programme in cosmetology offered at the Faculty of Physiotherapy, covering aesthetic medicine, skincare, and beauty treatments, with industry partners such as Fundacja Holistic Skin and Beauty Project.
  • Bezpieczeństwo i Porządek Publiczny (Security and Public Order) degree programme Degree programme in security studies and public order management, training professionals for law enforcement and security services, with cooperation agreements with Komenda Wojewódzka Policji, ABW and Liceum Służb Mundurowych we Wrocławiu.
  • Szkoła Doktorska (Doctoral School) Structured doctoral programme offering research training across sports sciences, health sciences and related disciplines, leading to a doctoral degree.
  • Centrum Rozwoju Kadr (CRK) postgraduate and vocational courses Human Resource Development Center (CRK) offering postgraduate programmes, professional courses, and vocational training workshops for working professionals and career development, including UEFA C coaching license, pediatric first aid, massage courses, chemical peels (Lira Clinical), mindfulness in professional practice, and other paid per-course credentials.
  • Studia podyplomowe (Post-graduate programmes) Post-graduate degree programmes offered across disciplines including physiotherapy, cosmetology, sports management, and physical education, delivered by CRK.
  • Uniwersytet Trzeciego Wieku (UTW) Third Age University offering educational programmes and activities for adults aged 60+, promoting lifelong learning, physical activity, social integration and health education, with over 18 annual forums held.
  • Centralne Laboratorium Badawcze AWF (CLB) research services Central research laboratory offering scientific testing, sports performance analysis, and health assessment services, including specialized programmes FitKids (motor potential assessment for children), Bramkarski Talent (goalkeeper talent identification), and Wróć po kontuzji (return after injury), serving athletes, clubs, parents and researchers.
  • EDUballe educational product Educational balls developed by AWF Wrocław for physical education instruction, with international recognition and adoption in schools and institutions worldwide for teaching motor skills to children.
  • Human Movement scientific journal Peer-reviewed scientific journal published by AWF Wrocław covering topics in human movement, sports science and physiotherapy, indexed in Web of Science with Impact Factor 1.0.
  • Physiotherapy Quarterly scientific journal Scientific journal focusing on physiotherapy research and clinical practice, published by AWF Wrocław's Wydawnictwo AWF publishing house.
  • Wydawnictwo AWF (AWF Publishing) University publishing house producing academic textbooks, monographs, and scientific publications across sports science, physiotherapy, and physical education disciplines.
  • Sports facility rental service Rental services for sports facilities and educational spaces including the Olympic Stadium (Stadion Olimpijski), athletics tracks, swimming pools, gyms, and lecture halls, available to sports clubs, event organisers, corporations, and individuals.
  • Biblioteka Główna (Main Library) services University library providing access to academic databases (including EBSCO), e-resources, digital collections, and research support services including the publication database for AWF researchers.

Quantifiable outcome

  • 8 consecutive swimming championships won by AWF Wrocław's Swimming Section
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Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego we Wrocławiu partnerships and signals

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Partnerships

37 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

  • Uniwersytet Wrocławski - Instytut Socjologii (Institute of Sociology)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 July 2026AWF Wrocław and the Institute of Sociology at UWr began a new collaboration focused on sociological research, expanding the scope of the broader UWr-AWF strategic partnership.
  • Konferencja Rektorów Akademii Wychowania Fizycznego (Rectors' Conference of Physical Education Academies)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 July 2026AWF Wrocław participated in the Rectors' Conference of Physical Education Academies in Poland, discussing the development directions of all Polish physical education universities.
  • IPA Games 2026 - Międzynarodowe Igrzyska PolicjantówminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 July 2026AWF Wrocław hosted parts of the IPA Games 2026 (International Police Games) — a major international event where police officers compete in sports — with BIPP students providing volunteer support.
  • Wrocław Academic Institutions (One Health project)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 May 2026AWF Wrocław joined the One Health project alongside other Wrocław universities, focusing on interdisciplinary health research that bridges human health, animal health, and environmental factors.
  • Uniwersytet Wrocławski (University of Wrocław)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 April 2026AWF Wrocław and the University of Wrocław signed a strategic cooperation agreement covering education, scientific research, and health promotion. This is one of the university's most significant partnerships, uniting two major Wrocław universities in shared missions around academic excellence and community impact.
  • Liceum w Trzebnicy (High School in Trzebnica)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 April 2026A new partnership between AWF Wrocław and the high school in Trzebnica to support young sports talents, building on the patronate school network approach.
  • Agencja Bezpieczeństwa Wewnętrznego (ABW - Internal Security Agency)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 March 2026AWF Wrocław established cooperation with the ABW, bringing specialized security education and training to students of the Bezpieczeństwo i Porządek Publiczny program. Students learn from ABW agents and intelligence professionals.
  • Klub Partnerów AWF Wrocław (Partners Club)coreGTM or Marketing Partner · 26 January 2026AWF Wrocław established a 'Partners Club' bringing together key institutional and business partners for networking, collaboration, and mutual promotion. The inaugural Partners Club meeting took place on 26 January 2026, consolidating the university's most important relationships.
  • Liceum Służb Mundurowych we WrocławiuminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 December 2025Cooperation agreement with the Wrocław Secondary School of Uniformed Services to create pathways for students into AWF Wrocław's Bezpieczeństwo i Porządek Publiczny program and other sports-related studies.
  • Akademia Katolicka we WrocławiuminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 November 2025Cooperation with the Catholic Academy in Wrocław, participating in its inauguration ceremony where AWF Wrocław's Rector received the Golden Cross of Merit.
  • Hotel Mona Lisa Wellness Spa, KołobrzegminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 14 November 2025AWF Wrocław established a new internship opportunity for Physiotherapy and Cosmetology students at Hotel Mona Lisa Wellness Spa in Kołobrzeg, providing real-world hospitality and wellness sector experience.
  • RehasportcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 November 2025AWF Wrocław and Rehasport (a leading sports medicine and orthopaedics clinic) entered into a cooperation agreement to advance research and clinical practice in sports physiotherapy and rehabilitation.
  • Dolnośląski Festiwal Nauki (DFN)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 October 2025AWF Wrocław is a regular co-organizer of the Dolnośląski Festiwal Nauki, one of the largest science festivals in the region, engaging thousands of participants with hands-on sports science and health activities.
  • Fundacja Dzieciom 'Zdążyć z Pomocą'minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 30 September 2025AWF Wrocław signed a letter of intent with the 'Zdążyć z Pomocą' Foundation to support children in need, combining the university's health expertise with the foundation's social mission.
  • Wrocławskie Towarzystwo Naukowe (Wrocław Scientific Society)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 September 2025AWF Wrocław scientists were admitted as members of the Wrocław Scientific Society, recognizing their contributions to regional science and enabling further interdisciplinary collaboration.
  • Dolnośląskie Centrum Sportu Polana JakuszyckaminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 September 2025Researchers from AWF Wrocław conduct field studies at Dolnośląskie Centrum Sportu Polana Jakuszycka, studying cross-country skiing conditions and athlete performance in natural winter sports environments.
  • Wrocław Airport (Lotnisko Wrocław)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 September 2025AWF Wrocław was a partner in the IV Dolnośląski Kongres Dostępności (Accessibility Congress) 'SPORT BEZ BARIER' held at Wrocław Airport, demonstrating the university's accessibility expertise.
  • Gmina Wrocław (City of Wrocław) - #nabieraMYodwagi CampaigncoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 September 2025AWF Wrocław and the City of Wrocław joined forces in the #naberaMYodwagi campaign to combat obesity and promote physical activity across the city, reflecting the university's public health mission.
  • Komenda Wojewódzka Policji we Wrocławiu (Voivodeship Police Headquarters)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 August 2025AWF Wrocław signed an agreement to help train future police officers. The Bezpieczeństwo i Porządek Publiczny (Security and Public Order) program students will have access to police training facilities and professional development opportunities. Students also do internships at police stations.
  • RE:KAMPUS Workshop (Campus Redesign)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 25 July 2025AWF Wrocław conducted RE:KAMPUS design workshops to reimagine the campus space, involving students, staff, and external design professionals. This initiative, led by Prorektor Aneta Stosik, signals a new era of campus modernization.
  • University of Josip Juraj Strossmayer in Osijek - Faculty of KinesiologyminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 July 2025A cooperation agreement was signed with the Faculty of Kinesiology at the University of Josip Juraj Strossmayer in Osijek (Croatia), enabling student and faculty exchanges, joint research, and international academic collaboration.
  • DecathloncoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 7 July 2025AWF Wrocław and Decathlon announced a partnership combining science, sport, and business. The collaboration involves knowledge sharing, product development insights, and joint initiatives connecting the university's research expertise with Decathlon's sports retail and product innovation capabilities.
  • Śląsk Wrocław (Football Club)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2025Wydział Fizjoterapii AWF Wrocław and Śląsk Wrocław football club joined forces for science and sport in a shared mission. The partnership provides AWF students with professional sports environment exposure while bringing scientific expertise to the club's athlete health and performance programs.
  • Zespół Szkół Economiczno-Ogólnokształcących (ZSE-O) - Szkoła Młodzieżowa (SMS)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 June 2025AWF Wrocław and ZSE-O signed a Patronage Agreement for shared future young athletes. The university also runs a research cooperation project with ZSE-O's swimming classes, including studies on training balance in young swimmers.
  • Międzynarodowa Konferencja CPRunLMTDminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 June 2025AWF Wrocław hosted the international CPRunLMTD conference, bringing together international researchers and practitioners in a sports science and rehabilitation discipline.
  • Onkoigrzyska (Oncology Games)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 8 June 2025AWF Wrocław has hosted the Dolnośląskie Onkoigrzyska Dzieci i Młodzieży (Dolnośląskie Oncology Games for Children and Youth) for 15+ years. The 2025 edition attracted hundreds of participants, promoting physical activity for children affected by cancer.
  • Beauty ProjectminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 May 2025AWF Wrocław and Beauty Project joined forces to support the development of physiotherapy and cosmetology education, leveraging Beauty Project's industry connections in the beauty and wellness sector.
  • MedSilesia ClusterminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 April 2025AWF Wrocław participates in the MedSilesia health cluster, exploring research collaboration opportunities for scientists within the medical and health technology ecosystem in the Silesian region.
  • Ośrodek Profilaktyki i Rekreacji 'Creator'minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 April 2025Cooperation agreement for conducting specializations in physiotherapy between AWF Wrocław and the 'Creator' Prevention and Recreation Centre.
  • Dolnośląska Sieć EURAXESSminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 April 2025AWF Wrocław joined the Dolnośląska sieć EURAXESS, a European network supporting researcher mobility and international research collaboration, enhancing the university's international research profile.
  • Fundacja Holistic SkinminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 March 2025The Faculty of Physiotherapy's Cosmetology program partnered with Fundacja Holistic Skin to develop joint educational and research initiatives in skin health and cosmetic practice.
  • Uniwersytet Ekonomiczny we Wrocławiu (UE)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 March 2025AWF Wrocław and the Wrocław University of Economics joined forces to support students, likely in joint wellness or health economics initiatives.
  • Polski Związek Piłki Siatkowej (PZPS - Polish Volleyball Association)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 January 2025AWF Wrocław and PZPS began working on an agreement for training and validating volleyball coaches in accordance with Poland's Integrated Qualifications System (Zintegrowany System Kwalifikacji), combining academic credentials with federation-recognized coaching certifications.
  • Narodowa Agencja Erasmus+coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 January 2025AWF Wrocław actively participates in Erasmus+ programs coordinated by the Polish National Erasmus+ Agency, including international student exchanges, staff mobility, and joint international projects (BIP 'In Someone's Shoes', 'Safe Mountain Explorer', 'Learning by Moving').
  • Urząd Marszałkowski Województwa Dolnośląskiego (UMWD)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 31 October 2024The Dolnośląskie Voivodeship Marshal's Office entered a cooperation agreement with AWF Wrocław for medals, health, and new student initiatives. The UMWD also co-finances the UTW senior programs and various sports projects.
  • Partner Schools Network (Sieć Szkół Partnerskich AWF)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 19 October 2024AWF Wrocław maintains a network of formal partner schools (licea and vocational schools) including ZSP nr 2 in Kępno, creating structured pathways for student recruitment. The university visits schools, runs workshops, and offers preferential pathways for partner school graduates.
  • Ministerstwo Sportu i Turystyki (Ministry of Sport and Tourism)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 June 2024The Ministry of Sport and Tourism holds regular consultations at AWF Wrocław (e.g., on Olympic Games 2040 strategy, sports development policy), and university leadership meets with ministers, positioning AWF as a key national advisor on sports policy.

Scale indicators7 records

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Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego we Wrocławiu competitors and assessment

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Direct peers

  • Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego im. Bronisława Czecha w Krakowie (AWF Kraków): A direct peer Polish AWF offering the same core faculties (physiotherapy, PE, sport) and competing for the same domestic applicant pool, faculty talent, and ministerial funding allocations.
  • Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego Józefa Piłsudskiego w Warszawie (AWF Warsaw): The flagship Polish academy of physical education, located in Warsaw, and the most established AWF institution. It is a direct peer in degree offerings (physiotherapy, PE, sport) and competes for the same national student pool and research grants.
  • Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego im. Jerzego Kukuczki w Katowicach (AWF Katowice): Direct peer AWF in the Silesian region offering overlapping degree programs in physiotherapy, PE, and sport, and participating in the same Rectors' Conference of Polish Physical Education Academies.
  • Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego i Sportu w Gdańsku (AWFiS Gdańsk): Direct peer Polish AWF focused on PE, sport, and physiotherapy in northern Poland; competes in the same national rankings, ministerial funding, and faculty recruitment market as AWF Wrocław.
  • Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego im. Eugeniusza Piaseckiego w Poznaniu (AWF Poznań): Direct peer Polish AWF serving Wielkopolskie — the same secondary-school region from which AWF Wrocław draws significant Open Day participants — making it a near-substitute competitor for prospective students.

Regional players

  • Faculty of Kinesiology, University of Zagreb: AWF Wrocław has an active bilateral cooperation agreement with this Croatian Faculty of Kinesiology. Operates the same PE/sport-science mandate in a neighboring market, making it a relevant regional peer and Erasmus+ exchange partner.
  • Hungarian University of Sports Science (TF Budapest): Central-European specialist sports university with parallel mandate in PE teacher training, coaching certification, and sport-science research. A regional peer operating in a different national market but comparable in mission and program structure.
  • University of Physical Education in Budapest – Active Society and Sport Sciences: Specialist Central-European sport-science institution competing for international students and EU research grants in the same Shanghai Ranking cluster as AWF Wrocław.

Broad incumbents

  • Loughborough University – School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences: Top global sport-science university with a strong Shanghai Ranking position. Comparable to AWF Wrocław in research output and the elite-athlete development ecosystem, but operating at a much larger scale and broader institutional scope.
  • German Sport University Cologne (DSHS Köln): Germany's flagship sports university, offering overlapping degree and research programs in sport science and physiotherapy. Comparable as a broader European incumbent in the same Shanghai Ranking band and a natural partner/competitor in Erasmus+ flows.

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Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat1 record

Key risks6 records

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Frequently asked questions about Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego we Wrocławiu

What does Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego we Wrocławiu do?

Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego we Wrocławiu (AWF Wrocław) is a Polish public university that delivers accredited higher education degree programs (Bachelor, Master, long-cycle Master, doctoral) in physiotherapy, physical education, sport, tourism and recreation, occupational therapy, cosmetology, and security and public order, across its Faculty of Physiotherapy and Faculty of Physical Education and Sport. Beyond degree programs, it sells postgraduate studies and professional development courses through its Centrum Rozwoju Kadr (CRK), rents Olympic-standard sports facilities, publishes two Web of Science-indexed scientific journals (Human Movement and Physiotherapy Quarterly), and operates a Central Research Laboratory offering sports science testing and biomechanical assessment. It also reaches non-degree audiences through the Uniwersytet Trzeciego Wieku (UTW) senior program.

Is Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego we Wrocławiu a public or private company?

Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego we Wrocławiu is a public company. It is classified as state government owned and is currently operating.

When was Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego we Wrocławiu founded?

Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego we Wrocławiu was founded in 1946. It employs 101 to 250 people.

Where is Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego we Wrocławiu based?

Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego we Wrocławiu is headquartered in Wrocław, Poland, in the Europe region.

How does Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego we Wrocławiu make money?

Six revenue lines are on record. State-Funded Education (Subsidized Tuition) is the primary driver. The others are postgraduate Studies, Courses, and Training, sports Facility Rental, property Rental and Real Estate Services, research Grants and Project Funding and conference and Event Services.

Who are Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego we Wrocławiu's main competitors?

Direct peers on record are Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego im. Bronisława Czecha w Krakowie (AWF Kraków), Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego Józefa Piłsudskiego w Warszawie (AWF Warsaw), Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego im. Jerzego Kukuczki w Katowicach (AWF Katowice), Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego i Sportu w Gdańsku (AWFiS Gdańsk) and Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego im. Eugeniusza Piaseckiego w Poznaniu (AWF Poznań). Regional players are Faculty of Kinesiology, University of Zagreb, Hungarian University of Sports Science (TF Budapest) and University of Physical Education in Budapest – Active Society and Sport Sciences. Broad incumbents are Loughborough University – School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences and German Sport University Cologne (DSHS Köln).

Does Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego we Wrocławiu have an API?

No public API is recorded for Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego we Wrocławiu.

What industry is Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego we Wrocławiu in?

Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego we Wrocławiu's product category is Higher Education. Its primary akta.pro industry code is HSADAEAO, Coach Education, Certification & Clinics, with a secondary code of EDAAAHAB, Fitness & Exercise Training Education (Strength, Cardio, Mobility). Its NAICS code is 61131 and its SIC code is 8200.

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