The University of Warsaw is the largest university in Poland, established in 1816. It employs over 6,000 staff including over 3,100 academic educators. The high level of scientific research, its connection with the education of students and the diversity and attractiveness of teaching determines the position of the University in the country and worldwide. The University offers some 37 different fields of study, and over 100 specializations in humanities, technical as well as natural sciences.