Graduate School for Social Research

The Graduate School for Social Research (GSSR) is a doctoral school within the Polish Academy of Sciences (PAN), offering advanced study and research in the social sciences and humanities. Its academic community spans four disciplines: sociology, political science, psychology, and philosophy. GSSR combines classroom instruction with learning through research, supporting doctoral students as they develop and pursue their own research projects.

The school provides information and services for prospective and current students, including admissions guidance, course timetables, practical resources, a library, and support for international students through its Welcome Centre and International Coordination Office. Students can also access scholarships, funding opportunities, Erasmus+ courses, and research grants. GSSR organizes interdisciplinary research summer schools, seminars, and academic writing support, and connects students with affiliated faculty, research units, visiting scholars, and potential supervisors. Its international community includes students from more than a dozen countries, while faculty maintain research partnerships around the world. Through its doctoral programs, research activities, and student support, GSSR fosters an internationally connected and interdisciplinary environment for academic development.