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Guide for International Students

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CRASP InternationalAffairs Office

ul. Straszewskiego 2731-113 Krakw, Poland

[email protected]

105 full members three associate members one associate conference.

to inspire and co-ordinatethe co-operation of the academic schools in Poland;

to undertake activities leading to an establishment of an inte-grated system of national education and to the developmentof the system of higher education;

to represent the interests of higher education and science,and the common interests of its member schools, including the

selection of their representatives to international associationsof rectors or universities;

to support the Bologna Process.

CRASP is an editor of the guideHow to Study in Polandin the English Language.An electronic catalogue isaccessible from CRASP website:www.howtostudyinpoland.pl

www.howtostudyinpoland.pl

Conference of Rectors of Academic Schools in Poland(CRASP) is a voluntary association of rectors repre-senting those Polish institutions of higher educationwhich have the right to award the doctors degree (orequivalent) in at least one scientific discipline.

Members:

Mission:


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Published by the Perspektywy Education Foundation

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A presentation of universities,

participants ofStudy in Poland project


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Photo:KonradPollesch

Opening ceremony of the academic year

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q Universities have some special offices to take

care of the needs of every international student.Specially assigned Polish students help newcomers

to adjust to their new environment.

q Phenomenon unique to Polands education

market is the large share of it in the hands of

private institutions of higher education. The

composition of the Polish market is comparable

to that in the USA. There are now about 310

privately owned universities and colleges in

Poland and 138 state schools of higher

learning. Thanks to high level of competition

the cost of studying is lower than in other

European countries.

Arthur Rubinstein about Chopins music:

Chopin was a genius of universal appeal. Hismusic conquers the most diverse audiences. When

the first notes of Chopin sound through the concert

hall there is a happy sigh of recognition. All over the

world men and women know his music. They love

it. They are moved by it. Yet it is not Romantic mu-

sic in the Byronic sense. It does not tell

stories or paint pictures. It is expressive and perso-

nal, but still a pure art. Even in this abstract atomic

age, where emotion is not fashionable, Chopin

endures. His music is the universal language of hu-

man communication. When I play Chopin I know

I speak directly to the hearts of people!

Did you knowThe International Frederick Chopin Piano

Competition is one of the oldest and most

prestigious events of this type in the world,

organized in Warsaw since 1927.Winning one of the prizes awarded at the Frede-

rick Chopin International Piano Competition

marks the beginning of a great artistic career and

opens a path to the most famous concert halls.

The Polish Chopin Competition brought fame to

such pianists as: Lev Oborin, Bella Davidovich,

Maurizio Pollini, Martha Argerich, Garrick

Ohlsson and Krystian Zimerman.

q Students who decide to study in Poland in

English can do so at one of more than 100institutions. These include universities,

technical universities, higher schools of

engineering, agricultural academies, academies

of economics and numerous other higher

vocational colleges and teacher training

colleges. HEIs in Poland emphasize the

application of scientific knowledge for future

professional needs. Strong focus is placed on

fundamental and applied research, as well as on

creative and artistic work.

q Nicolaus Copernicus (1473-1543) who as the

first in modern times developed a heliocentric

theory of the Solar System and Maria Skodow

Curie who discovered polonium and radium1898 are the world-famous Polish scien

Nowadays Polish scientist are responsible

such break-troughs in science as: discovery o

practical implementation of blue laser, the de

of the technology for the manufacture of

smallest synthetic diamonds in the wo

construction of an artificial heart or desig

nano-cristals for the purpose of 3G mo

telephony system. Aleksander Wolszczan, Po

astronomer graduate of the Nicolaus Copern

University in Toru, was the first to prove

existence of a planetary system in the Univ

outside of our Solar System.

q Studying in Poland offers a wonde

opportunity to get to know the rich culture of

country, to see splendid historical monumand to enjoy some of Europes largest and m

unspoilt natural habitats. Thirteen sites in Pol

have been put on the UNESCO list of W

Heritage Sites. One of them, the Biaow

Forest, is the biggest naturally afforested are

Europe and the last remaining section of prim

forest, with some species of flora and fa

unmatched anywhere else in Europe. Its,

example, the habitat of the European bison,

continents largest mammal. Another UNES

site which arouses excitement and admiratio

Malbork Castle, erstwhile headquarters of

Teutonic Order and the largest Gothic fortres

Europe. Also Wieliczka Salt Mine, the wo

oldest commercial enterprise still in busin

became a destination for tourists from all over

world. Todays mine is a labyrinth of corri

and chambers 350 km long, 2 km of which accessible to visitors.

See more at: www.studyinpoland.pl

We hope tosee you so

Frederic Chopin (1810-1849) virtuoso pianist

and the greatest Polish composer of Romanticperiod. He wrote his works especially for the

piano, including concerts, sonatas, etudes,

preludes, polonaises, mazurkas and waltzes. His

works had an enormous influence on the music

of the end of the 19th and the 20th centuries.

Fryderyk Chopin,

the greatestPolish composer

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2. University of Warsaw

3. Cardinal Stefan Wyszyski University in Warsaw

4. University of Zielona Gra

5. Kazimierz Wielki University in Bydgoszcz

6. University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn

7. Warsaw School of Economics

8. Warsaw University of Life Sciences

9. Warsaw University of Technology

10. Wroclaw University of Technology

11. AGH University of Science and Technology

12. Technical University of Lodz

13. Lublin University of Technology

14. Poznan University of Technology

15. Cracow University of Technology

16. Opole University of Technology

17. University of Physical Education in Poznan

18. Leon Kozminski Academy of Entrepreneurship and Management in Warsaw

19. Pultusk Academy of Humanities

20. Warsaw School of Social Psychology

21. Andrzej Frycz Modrzewski Krakow University College

22. School of Economics and Law in Kielce

23. Ateneum The Higher School in Gdansk

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First founded in 1364, the Jagellonian University has been anintegral part of Krakows life for almost 650 years. The Universitysimportance of the international scene dates back to the 15th centurywhen some 44% of the entire student population was coming fromabroad! Today, with its growing curriculum and course lists offered inforeign languages, the JU is once again drawing an increasing numberof the worlds best students to its ancient halls and modern campus.Being recognised worldwide, the JU is a member of the EuropeanUniversity Association, Coimbra Group and the Utrecht Network.

The academic level of the University is indicated by the fact thatalmost every faculty has received category 1, the highest, in the officialrankings of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education. Junioracademics and doctors from the Jagiellonian annually receive over

10% of the prestigious grants awarded by the Foundation for PolishScience in recognition of the level of their scientific research.Academics from the University are effective in their competition forgrants from European research programmes, and the University hasseveral European Centres of Excellence.

The ancient Jagiellonian University, covered with the moss ofcenturies, is simultaneously a young, innovative place. A new, moderncampus, called the Third Campus, between Zakrzwek andPychowice, is being built barely 4km from the centre of Cracow. In1999, the Research Centre for the Life Sciences was opened there, andin 2002 this was followed by the opening of the Institute of MolecularBiology and Biotechnology building, with the most up-to-datescientific and technological infrastructure in Poland, and the Instituteof Environmental Protection. In 2005, the new site for the Institute of

Geography and Spatial Management was opethe very centre of Krakw is also being transfoin 2005 the Auditorium Maximum was openehalls and the first real conference centre in Kra

With almost 46 000 students enrolled, 365almost 500 distinguished professors, JU profocused course areas in the most notable field

JU has consistently occupied top positions in vuniversities in Poland. Its degrees are recognoutstanding level of teaching and being helinternational map of education, studying asstudent is an unforgettable personal experiencand professional investment.

Today, JU is recognised forq Offering students a wide range of p

academically, intellectually, and professionaq A broad specialisation in studies relating

regarding european integration;

q A long standing commitment to the spread oprofessional manner;

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q Dynamically developing didactic and researq A wide range of innovative study and researc

the aspirations for analysis, critical discourintellectual standards.

Contact: International Students Office, ul. Gobia

phone: +48 12 663 15 46, fax: +48 12 663 15 45

e-mail: [email protected], www.uj.edu.pl

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The University of Warsaw, established in 1816, is Polands largest andfinest university. In 2007 UW was declared number 1 in the rankingspublished by the national daily Rzeczpospolita , the education monthlyPerspektywy, and the weekly news magazineWprost. UW employs over5800 people, including over 3000 academic teachers. The Universityeducates over 55 500 undergraduate and graduate students.

Why is it worth studying at the University of Warsaw?The University of Warsaw offers 37 major fields and over 100

specializations in the Humanities and Earth, Social, and NaturalSciences. Each year about 18 800 young people enroll as students atthe University of Warsaw. Their interest in studying at UW results

above all from the Universitys prestige, something UW has earnedthrough the high educational level it offers and the research work it isfamed for all over the world.

The University is constantly tailoring its research programmes andcurricula to the changing world. UW students have easy access to thelatest research and literature in each discipline they study. Moreover,UWs computer infrastructure, without which a modern education isimpossible, is ever being improved and expanded.

The University also owes its popularity to its highly qualified staff,including many eminent personalities. UW scholars and scientists notable among them the Universitys archaeologists, astronomers,biologists, and political scientists regularly receive awards and wincompetitions for research grants. The Universityshigh standing is alsothe work of its students: in 2007, for instance, UW computer sciencestudents won the world championship in computer programming.

International cooperationThe international reputation of the Universit

by its regular cooperation with the mostinstitutions in a host of foreign countries. In 2from 49 countries of the world cooperated wagreements, and over 300 were partnersUnions Socrates-Erasmus programme. Over over 170 countries have selected the Universitto pursue their education.

A bagful of Nobels2007 Leonid Hurwicz Nobel Prize in Econ

American researcher of Polish ancestry graUniversity of Warsaw in 1938.

1995 Joseph Rotblat Nobel Peace Prize into reduce the role played by nuclear arms in to eliminate such arms in the longer run. Rot

Department of Mathematics and Natural Sciein physics in 1938. In 1932-1934, he also attenDepartment of Humanities.

1980 Czesaw Miosz Nobel Prize in Litoutstanding Polish poets and writers, MiosDepartment of Law for a year in 1932. During as a janitor at the Warsaw University Library.

1978 Menachem Begin Nobel Peace Prizwith Egyptian President Anwar Sadat for their in the Middle East. Begin studied at the UW1931-1935 where he obtained a masters degr

1905 Henryk Sienkiewicz Nobel Prize ienrolled at the UWs Department of Law in 18his major twice. First he moved to the UWs and then to the UWs Department of Philologystudies without a degree in 1871.

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The Universityof Warsaw

Agata in Inter

International university

The University of Warsaw provides

students with the opportunity to study at

a world-class institution in Europes most

dynamic city. Distinguished professors,

modern facilities and a wide selection of

courses taught in foreign languages make theUniversity of Warsaw especially attractive for

foreign students. The students who come to

UW are both ambitious and adventurous:

they strive to combine an unparalleled

educational experience at one of Polands

oldest and most respected universities withthe excitement of living in a cosmopolitan

city with a rich historical legacy.

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One of the youngest Polish comprehensive universities

On September 3, 1999, the Sejm, or the lower house of the Polish

Parliament, enacted a law establishing a new university in Warsaw

the Cardinal Stefan Wyszyski University.

Since opening its doors, the Cardinal Stefan Wyszyski University

in Warsaw (or, UKSW for short) has steadily grown and is now

comprised of seven faculties and twenty-four fields of studies.

Programmes and Courses

The programmes are offered on a full-time (free-of-charge) and

part-time basis. There are both continuous programmes leading toa graduate degree, as well as programmes leading to an undergraduate

degree (Level one), and then to a graduate degree (Level two). UKSW

also offers post-graduate and PhD programmes for those who aspire to

improve their qualifications.

Most of the programmes and courses are certified by the University

Accreditation Commission and by the State Accreditation Committee

to prove top quality of education. Our students can benefit from

a study period abroad at more than 60 European universities as part

of the Erasmus programme, as well as domestic study periods at 18

Polish universities as part of the Mobile Students Program, or MOST.

Apart from a wide educational offer, the students can also take an

active part in a number of special interests groups, students

organizations or student government. There is

at the University.

UKSW offers classes at two main camp

ul. Dewajtis 5 in Bielany district, and the othe

1/3 in Mociny district. Apart from classro

campus also features: the Main Library, centra

and a student cafeteria. As regards the Mocin

will be a state-of-art Interdisciplinary Educatio

opened with a hall for sports and other event

Polish language course

Foreign nationals admitted to UKSW are obl

Polish as a Foreign Language, and to take an e

a level set at A5 according to the language pro

or C2 level of the Common European Frame

Languages. The Polish classes are offered f

students take them as part of their mand

proficiency level in Polish for students who assessed on grounds of an interview or other

results of the test or interview, students are en

the appropriate level.

In addition, there is the Polish Language

School offered, on a fee basis, by the Institute

at UKSW. The classes are addressed both to

Polish roots, as well as individuals who do no

Poland but are interested in the culture and h

Foreigners who wish to improve their Po

personal purposes will find them useful as we

For more information go to:

http://www.kursy_jezyka_polskiego.uksw.e

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Cardinal Stefan WyszynskiUniversity in Warsaw

Mellany

Friendly atmosphereI was surprised by the friendly atmosphere

and individual treatment of each student. Ilike

the way students trying to function with their

clumsy Polish are approached here. Both

teachers and fellow students not once helped

me in my struggle through thick maze of the

Polish language. Thanksto my studies at the

UKSW I look at Poles through their friendlinessand forthcoming attitude. I have experienced it

and I will become an ambassador bringing the

positive opinion of the UKSW to the world,and to the Philippines in particular.

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The University of Zielona Gra is a state higher education institutionlocated in Zielona Gra, Western Poland. The city, whose beginningsdate back to the 13th century, is the crossing point of various importantroutes. It is closer from here to Prague, Berlin, Cottbus or Dresden thanto Warsaw.

The University of Zielona Gra was founded in 2001 by integratingthe Technical University of Zielona Gra and the Tadeusz KotarbiskiPedagogical University in Zielona Gra. The institution educates over18 thousand students within 37 subject areas of study. The friendlylocation of the University, mainly on two campuses, in a city with 120thousand inhabitants creates very good conditions for studying andresearching.

The University now comprises 10 faculties:q Faculty of Artsq Faculty of Biological Sciences

q Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineeringq Faculty of Economics and Managementq Faculty of Education, Sociology and Health Sciences

q Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Computer Scienceand Telecommunications

q Faculty of Humanities

q Faculty of Mathematics, Computer Science and Econometricsq Faculty of Mechanical Engineering

q Faculty of Physics and Astronomy

Students can choose from undergraduate, graduate, postgraduateand doctoral programmes in a full-time or a part-time system.

The University of Zielona Gra actively parstudent exchange schemes: Erasmus, the Leonaas well as Polish MOST and MOSTECH progstudents possibilities to study at other universi

Scientific researchOur University deeply values scientific res

many joint international projects with foreign in Ministry of Science and Higher Educatiequipment investments and research services.

InternationalWe have formal research and education rela

the world. Our faculties cooperate with variouinstitutions, e.g., from Germany, Finland, FPortugal, the UK, Russia, China or Ukraine.

For studentsOur students are educated according to the r

and the European Credit Transfer System (Epossibility to shape their own curriculum withinand options for specialisation. They can also puprogramme, within an entirely personalised cur

For our students we offer neat residence hacanteens with tasty and inexpensive food. Our students future and is a great source of infopractice. We also host many student associationresearch clubs. In their free time our students hto relax, e.g., at our Horse-Riding Centre, withinour sport facilities. Our astronomical observaequipped laboratories, library andwidely availaour students realize their potential.

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dgrna

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phone:+48

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+4868

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fax:+

486832

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Studies in Poland

go for it!

I study within the frame of the

Erasmus programme in Poland at

the University of Zielona Gra.

Ive been for four months in

Poland and Im so satisfied. Not

only courses in school butespecially parties in clubs are here

very interesting. I know here many

nice places and things and many

wonderful people.I will return gladly to Poland.

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HistoryKazimierz Wielki University in Bydgoszcz (previous Kazimierz

Wielki Academy) came into existence on September 1, 2005.However the history of the university dates back to 1969 when theTeachers Training College was founded. In 1975 the college gainedHigher Pedagogical School status with the right to conduct master(MA) studies. Our young University aims at developing into a modern,competitive and mobility-oriented institution. It has been experiencinga dynamic growth during the recent years. All the indexes support thestatement: teaching staff ratio, number of students, fields of studies.

Educational offer

Kazimierz Wielki University offers three-cycle system of studiesincluding Bachelor, Master and Doctor degrees. Our University is thelargest in the city of Bydgoszcz and the second largest in the region.Aware of the importance of development and innovative practices ineducation and training we provide students with the highest qualitystandards and the effective education opportunities. Studies in all fieldsand specializations take into consideration the educational standardswithin the ECTS System as well as hold the accreditation of the StateAccreditation Board. The present educational offer encompasses 21fields of studies, with over 50 specializations. Our university iswidening its sphere of activities with the aim of trying to meet theexpectations of its future students. Each year new fields of studies areintroduced, (from academic year 2008/2009 Biotechnology, Tourism& Recreation, Cultural Studies, Cultural Heritage Protection,Sociology). The university also provides 35 postgraduate courses.

ResearchThe Universitys main objective is to increa

the European market through supporting stumobility. The university cooperates with foreiEU 7th Framework Programme and LLP Erasm

Academic staff conducts research and activelysymposia and courses in Poland and abroad. programme of scientific research, laying the focooperation with institutions and companies.fields, e.g. analysis of diamond layers quality,porous materials, research on contamination fungus and micotoxyns,research on rehabilitat

Entertainment, leisure and sportStudents are presented with a range of leis

official inauguration of the academic year is fiOctober freshers party. Our staff members anclassical or light music bands. At Christmas ana beautiful Carol Concert is a must. In April

annual celebrations of University Day and in In spring students take part in the events duringFestival. And what about carrying on the grand 70 student club?

We have excellent sports facilities from the fand a number of sports halls and body buildUniversity facilities. Key event in the citys sporowing competition with teams from OUniversities.

AccommodationStudents have a choice of two students reside

single or double rooms in self-contained flats Rooms are well equipped, in each room there is

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Christifrom B

There was no other option

Last year I graduated from Belarusian

State University in Minsk. Ive decided

to come to Poland because I wanted

to continue my academic training in

a European University. Since my parents

live and work in Poland, there was noother option for me than to go to

Bydgoszcz and apply to the University.

I like being in Poland. Polish people

are friendly, open-hearted and

hospitable. I have made friends with many

people and I feel quite at home here.

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The University of Warmia and Mazury (UWM) was established onSeptember 1st, 1999. The founding of the University in Olsztyn, a citywith a 650-year history, was a dream come true for the manygenerations who had been trying to turn Olsztyn into a strongacademic centre. The University combines a 50-year tradition of theUniversity of Agriculture and Technology , a 30-year tradition of theHigher Teacher Education School and a 450-year tradition oftheological education in Warmia. The University community hasexcellent models to follow: Nicolas Copernicus with hisgroundbreaking achievements in astronomy and economy, the

philosophers Johann Herder and Immanuel Kant, the b otanist AndrzejHelwing, the mathematician and astronomer Friedrich Bessel and EmilBoehring, a Nobel Prize laureate in medicine.

The University is an autonomous institution of higher education andemploys over 2 950 persons, including 1900 academic teachers, ofwhich 500 hold the title of professor and 250 the postdoctoral degree(doctor habilitated). 154 faculties provide education to almost 40 000students. More than 6000 students graduate from University everyyear. Out of 15 Faculties, 11 enjoy full academic rights, which meansthat they are authorized to grant postdoctoral (doctor habilitated) anddoctoral degrees. 12 Faculty Councils are entitled to confer thedoctoral degree in 17d isciplines.

Most of the research and teaching facilidormitories are located in the district of Olsztya university campus. The Kortowo campus infrastructure, including modern laboratories, lrecreation facilities and a h ousing estate - maFoundation AK. The campus is one of the academic centers in Poland.

Although its main role is to provide educWarmia and Mazury is also a cultural and popular cultural activities are: the Pr ofessor Wthe Folk Dance Group Kortowo, the StudeScuba Diving Club Skorpena, and the StudeJamnik. Our students are also successful

volleyball team Mlekpol AZS is currently the vOur students have also won gold, silver taekwondo, yachting and athletics in the Postudents of the University of Warmia and Mazu21st century with the necessary knowledge anattain the most ambitious goals and to realize

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895233

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fax:+

488952

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MikoaLaw stu

I may choose

In a few months I will graduate atthe Law Faculty UWM.

After that I may go back to Ukraineand work at the university there or

I may stay and work in Poland.There is a strong arguments for the

latter: my girlfriend is Polish

and besides, I really like Olsztyn nice and quietcity.

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Founded in 1906, the Warsaw School of Economics (Szkoa GwnaHandlowa w Warszawie, SGH) is the oldest public university of econo-mics and management in Poland.

EducationWarsaw School of Economics (SGH) offers many opportunities to

study economics and social studies. Besides our Bachelors, Mastersand PhD programes we also offer post-graduate studies and vocationaltrainings for people interested in life-long learning.

Our educational system complies with the Bologna Declaration,which assumes:

q a system of academic grades which are easy to read and compare in-ternationally, including the introduction of the diploma supplement

q a system based on two cycles: a first cycle (Bachelor) geared to theemployment market and lasting at least three years and a secondcycle (Master) conditional upon the completion of the first cycle

q a system of accumulation and transfer of credits (ECTS)q mobility of students, teachers and researchersq cooperation with regard to quality assurance

q the European dimension of higher education.

Postgraduate studies & MBA programmesPostgraduate studies, with abundance of faculties and courses, are

addressed to graduates of various universities. Our candidates canselect from over ninety programmes in Polish and English including theprestigious executive MBA programmes Canadian Executive MBAand Warsaw Executive MBA.

ResearchTraditionally, the Warsaw School of Ecoa centre for scientific research in economics aResearch projects at the Warsaw School of Ecoout by five collegia.

SGH cooperates most intensively with foreiq Germany q USA q France q United Kingdomlands qJapan q Italy q Belgium q Austria (top

International cooperationSGH has traditionally been open to exchan

tional and research experience with foreThe School maintains international contacts cforeign universities, and takes part in researccollaborationwith foreign centres. Each year foSchool to attend seminars and conferences, gite in joint research projects. SGH also takesinternational student exchange programmes.

The SGH is involved in several internationa

and students.

Student lifeOur students are associated in a number

q AEGEE The European Students Forum q AIE

InfrastructureThe SGH campus is situated very close to th

Pola Mokotowskie, one of the biggest recreatioThe teaching facilities of the Warsaw School of include five buildings, with the newest of them ba range of students housing facilities. Dormitoriecommodation for one thousand students. The Scsports facilities that include three multi-purpose swimming pool, and fitness room. The Schools of over one million volumes, is Polands Centra

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Warsaw Schoolof Economics

Giacom

Something incredible...

I arrived at Warsaw School of

Economics for the first time in winter

semester 2004 as Erasmus student. Now

I am writing my Masters Thesis here. The

friendly atmosphere I find in the School is

something incredible. I can assure the

professors are really well prepared andalso helpful to foreigners. Poland and its

market are very attractive for foreign

investments and a Masters Degree from

the best business school in the countrywill make the difference for everybody.

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Warsaw University of Life Sciences (WULS) is among the premier

Polish institutions of higher learning. It educates experts for the broad-

-sense needs of the national biosphere. It offers wide-ranging

programmes of study from biological and technical, through medical,

economics and humanities. All of them are invaluable for the future

development of Poland.

WULS international cooperation

WULS is a member of prestigious international organizations such as

the European Universities Association (EUA), International Association

of Universities (IAU), International Association of University Presidents(IAUP), Association for European Life Science Universities (ICA),

Euroleague for Life Sciences (ELLS) and many others.

Since 1990 WULS actively participated in the European programmes

as an Associate country, a Candidate country and since 2004 as a EU

Member state. Currently, the staff of WULS participates in European

educational (Erasmus, Erasmus Mundus, Erasmus Mundus External

Cooperation Window, CEEPUS, Leonardo da Vinci, Grundtvig, Jean

Monnet, Tempus) and research programmes (Program 4, 5, 6, and 7

Framework, EUREKA, COST, Culture 2000).

There are over 25 000 students enrolled, including postgraduate and

doctoral studies and around 1200 academic staff, including 260 full

professors.

The range of the academic programmes is sy

currently includes 27 majors within which

specializations. Academic programmes are o

Masters and Doctoral levels; there are also

offered.

In 2002 WULS introduced the three-cycle sy

to the Bologna Declaration. The University r

(European Credit Transfer and Accumulation

the national and international student exchang

Research and sport facilitiesThe university has an impressive numbe

equipped laboratories: over 50 computer

Analytical Centre) and a University-wid

a computerized Library with the main arch

complex, Clinic for Small Animals, Equ

Hippotherapy and excellent facilities for vocati

in modern experiment stations in agriculture,

In the planning stages there are a multimedia h

Moreover, there are facilities for sports and

as the indoor swimming pool and tennis co

indoor equestrian facility and outdoor spor

A sport stadium is planned.

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Luigi F

Its impossible to be bored

I really enjoy studying in Warsaw at

WULS. The atmosphere is very nice.

Teachers are friendly. They have very

positive attitude towards all students. The

quality of studies is very high and teachers

speak English very well. Polish students

are also very friendly and helpful.Warsaw is a good place for living for

foreign students. It is a perfect place to

learn and live and of course for fun. Its

impossible to be bored.Im going to prolong my stay at WULS.

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Warsaw University of Technology (WUT), founded in 1826, is

a renowned academic institution which focuses on undergraduate and

graduate programmes in engineering and applied sciences. WUT is the

highest ranked engineering university in Poland. Students can choose

from a wide variety of degree courses: from architecture to business

and management, from mathematics and computer science to

biotechnology, robotics, mechanics and environmental engineering,

from applied chemistry to geodesy, transport and aeronautics. There

are 20 educational units at the University: seventeen faculties, two

colleges and the Interfaculty Centre for Biotechnology. WarsawUniversity of Technology offers courses taught in English.

Programmes

Undergraduate and graduate courses taught in English are offered by

the following Faculties: Electronics and Information Technology,

Electrical Engineering, Power and Aeronautical Engineering

(representative of the Mechanical Engineering Interfaculty course), and

Mathematics and Information Science. The Faculty of Civil Engineering

offers undergraduate programmes, the Faculty of Chemistry and the

Centre for Biotechnology conducts courses at graduate levels (MEng,

PhD). WUT Business School offers a one-year postgraduate MBA

programme. The majority of faculties and research centres accept

foreign students for doctoral studies.

Accommodation

Students of Warsaw University of Technolo

student residence halls. Students live in single, d

self-contained flats consisting of two or three

gym, swimming pool, library, TV room, ballro

The International Students Office assists in the a

sooner the application is received, the better are

placement in aresidence hall.

Tuition fee

The tuition fee depends on both the choic

course degree selected (BEng, MEng or MBA

2500 Euro per one semester (an academic yea

International MBA costs 6900 Euro (two seme

costs 11 000 Euro (two semesters). Successfu

tuition fee exemption. All faculties offer also P

price ranges from 1500 to 3000 Euro.

Application bookletThe application form, together with c

documents, can be sent either by post, by fax

Only applications received before 1st August

submissions for the academic year beginning

information about programmes, application pro

matters can be obtained from the Centre for Int

Note:Only the Faculty of Electronics and

enrolls first-semester students twice a year: in O

do, and in the second half of February. The

courses commencing in February is 5th Janua

Contact: International Students Office, Centre foPlac Politechniki 1, 00-661 Warsaw, Poland

phone: +48 22 234 50 91, +48 22 234 71 85, fax: +

e-mail: [email protected], www.cwm.pw.e

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Warsaw Universityof Technology

HidetaMecha

Why Poland?

Why Poland?This question had

bombarded me prior to and after myarrival in Poland. It is those nice

people whom I met as well as both

the way of studying and living here

in Poland that made this study

exchange an excellent one. Polish

students may seem to be shy at the

first place; however, you will find

them very approachable and helpful

once you take a step forward toknow them.

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WUT is a public institutionWroclaw University of Technology is a public institution which was

founded in 1945. Nevertheless, it boasts academic legacy of over 160years due to the intellectual heritage of Lviv University of Technologyand the material heritage of the Technische Hochschule Breslau. Ourposition in the research and teaching field places us among the threebest technical universities in Poland. The educational standards theuniversity provides are closely connected with its own dynamic andcomprehensive scientific work and industrial experience. Researchand education are strongly influenced by international cooperationwith over 250 partner universities all over the world. Over 1000scientist from European, American, Asian and Australian universities

and several dozen of international students visit our university everyyear.

European educational systemThe educational system at WUT follows the requirements of the

Bologna declaration. The prestige of degrees awarded by WrocawUniversity of Technology is ensured by a high quality of educationconfirmed by the National Accreditation Committee and theAccreditation Committee of Universities of Technology. We apply theEuropean Credit Transfer System (ECTS) and issue DiplomaSupplements. The exchange of academic staff and students is carriedout under the Erasmus and Leonardo da Vinci programmes.

Offer for international studentsThe degree programmes offered at WUT are

as in English. There are also courses taught exchange students and free movers.

For students who want to study in Polish wePolish Language Course and for those who neeskills we offer a 12-week preparatory holAcademic Purposes.

Student facilitiesThe infrastructure of the university inclu

campus is located in a very attractive area wlinks. It is close to the city centre and to the duse the library, which is open 7 d ays a week acan use the computer laboratories with frecampus open 24 hours a day, 7 days a weekdifferent associations and student interest circof them. On the campus, there are also a few

Student support serviceInternational Student Support is very im

a student arrives, an admission officer willhelping them to prepare for the stay in Poland. picked up from the airport and accompanied the first few days. Shortly after arrival, Internatstudents organizations supporting internatOrientation Programme for all newcomers.

Contact: International OfficeWybrzee Wyspiaskiego 27, 50-370 Wrocaw, Po

phone: +48 71 320 31 70, +48 71 320 37 19, +48

fax: +48 71 320 35 70, e-mail: [email protected]

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Wrocaw Universityof Technology

Marco Faculty

Reasons

for choosing WUT

First reason for applying for

study at Wrocaw University of

Technology was the exchange of

experiences and cultures with

people from different countries.

Second reason: the experience of

studying abroad in

a country whichI had never been to. Finally:

because of the university itself and

the place and importance that ithas in Europe.

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AGH University of Science and Technology is at present one of the oldest(established in 1919), biggest, and best Polish technical universities.Contrary to its traditional name, the University has a wide portfolio ofeducation, covering virtually all scientific issues related to technical orsimilar sciences (e.g. technical physics, applied mathematics, management,Earth studies, applied social sciences and many more). The profile andscope of education as well as research at AGH-UST is constantly changingand developing, as we are aspiring to be continually up to date withdemands of the present times. We are following the requirements ofdynamically changing labour market, closely watching directions ofchanges in economy, administration and politics.

The mission of our university is up-to-date education of engineers whospecialise in many branches of technology (offering 28 courses and over

a hundred and sixty specialisations). It is worth mentioning that many of theAGH-UST specialisations are unique and they have no counterparts in anyother Polish universities. We want to preserve this uniqueness by combiningknowledge of technology and arts, especially since we employ highlyqualified and internationally recognised staff in many unique fields(environmental protection, environmental engineering, undergroundrenovation of historical monuments and archeometallurgy, multimedia andsocial communication, geotourism, management in specified industries,biomaterials and biomedical engineering).

Over 30 000 students study in the 15 faculties as well as at the InterfacultySchool of Energy and the Interfaculty School of Biomedical Engineering.PhD courses are also conducted there are about 600 PhD students in 11faculties. AGH-UST offers PhD programmes taught in English, e.g.:

G International PhD School Switzerland-Poland, High PerformanceMaterials for Environmentally Sustainable Applications

G Physics.

The university campus of AGH University of Sthe biggest one in Poland. It comprises 20 studentwhich provide space for 9000 students.

AGH University of Science and Technology emteachers, including 500 independent scientists andof the best rate of students per one independent s

AGH-UST summary:G One of the oldest, biggest and best Polish techn

in 1919 as the Academy of Mining)G Broad educational profile 15 faculties, 28 spe

160 fields of engineeringG Over 30 000 studentsG More than 500 independent research workersG 600 laboratories, including Polish best-equippe

computer graphics and a computer centre for thG Up-to-date gigabyte computer network and a wG Substantial scholarships and financial support fG Internships, training programmes, and jobs for sG Students interest groups, sports clubs, associatG Own attended campus areaG Cyfronet Computer Centre (one of the biggest c

Europe)G Centre of E-learningG Co-operation with 90 academic centres from 4G Co-operation with numerous companies, e.g.: I

Motorola, L.G. Philips, RWE Power AG, LafargeSiemens, KGHM

G Participates in many research and educational pLLP Erasmus, CULTURE, INTERREG III, LEONACOST, e-TEN.

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AGH Universityof Science and Technology

PaulineI feel totally integrated

The first motivation that made me come

to the AGH-UST was its great reputation.

Then, the project proposed to me wasabout advanced process for engineering

that could give more value to my degree

of MSc. Finally Poland as a country

attracts me a lot. This is a new destination

for Erasmus exchange, much more

favorable for a professional carrier than the

famous, old UE cities. Poland has become

a strategic member of UE that strengthens

its market position in the industrial world.

I feel totally integrated and I really likemy life here.

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HistoryTechnical University of Lodz came into existence in 1945 and is

situated in third biggest city of Poland. Nowadays with 9 faculties, 70institutes and departments, 30 degree programmes and over 120specializations TUL is one of the biggest and the best state universities inPoland.

EducationThe university educates engineers needed in almost all areas of

modern technology: from mechanical engineering to management, fromcomputer science to European studies. It also offers unique programmesin Polish educational market: biotechnology, textile engineering,papermaking and printing.

International Faculty of EngineeringIt is a unit of TUL offering programmes taught completely in English

and in French, perfectly suited for students from abroad. The mainobjective of the Faculty is to educate professional engineers andmanagers, fluent in foreign languages, able to demonstrate theirknowledge in science, engineering, technology, management andbusiness. At present there are over 900 students from Poland and abroadat the Faculty. Due to its growing potential IFE makes the best use ofinternational cooperation, participating in such EU programmes as LLP Erasmus, Campus Europae and Tempus. All IFE students realize theirsixth semester abroad in partner universities of TUL. In turn eachacademic year TUL receives a few dozen of exchange students frompartner universities. European Project Semester was created especiallyfor these students. The main purpose of it is to realize an interdisciplinary,practical project in an international team.

System of studiesThe two-cycle system of studies offers po

following degrees: first cycle Bachelor of Arts(BSc), second cycle Master of Arts (MA), Mastare 20 000 students at the University. Europeanapplied at the Technical University of Lodz. Theaccumulate credits from all programmes of TUuniversities.

International cooperationThe academic staff of TUL put the

internationalization of education and impcooperation of TUL with foreign universities, resbegan with establishing the University. Nowadunder the projects of the Framework Programmethe VI FP), 72 two-sided agreements, about 200 bthe Erasmus programme and in less formal wcentres and companies from 55 countries. Toda100 incoming students TUL takes first position

universities in students exchange under the Eras

University campusIn university campus, besides dormitories, can

there is a fully computerized library supermodetechnical information. There is also Centre of Fforeign languages teaching for all TUL studecourses for students from abroad. Campus cover

Student lifeInternational student organizations operate

students exchange, mobility and other internatiocan find appropriate conditions for develentertainment. TUL has its own Sports Centre. 3 game halls, a smaller gym and a playing field.

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Technical Universityof Lodz

Blent BusineIm cool

Im studying at TUL!I always wanted to study management

and engineering. I found Business

and Technology at Technical University

of Lodz. It was recommended t o me

by one of my professors in Turkey.

I was very satisfied with tuition fee andother facilities for students but especially

by unique in Europe possibility to spend

window semester/s abroad. Now I think

that studying at TUL was the best choice

for me TULs diploma will be recognized

in Turkey! People in Lodz are very kind,

warm and helpful. Relationships betweenteachers and students are friendly too.

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LUT in eastern PolandLublin, where Lublin University of Technology is located, has

always been one of Polands most important cities. Due to itsgeographical location and history Lublin has often played the role of abridge between East and West. LUT has been fundamentally boundedwith Lublin city and Lubelskie province for over 50 years (founded in1953). The University represents educational centre and technicalcounsel within the Region. The universitys staff and students havehelped to establish its reputation as one of the best and the mostpopular in the university sector. It has an excellent academicreputation, which is reflected in the successful employment record ofits graduates.

Study degree awardedOver 50 years of the LUTs existence has registered the 100-times

increase of the students number and offered modern and very usefulspecializations and courses widely connected to computer science. Atpresent, there are six Faculties of the Lublin University of Technology:Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering and ComputerScience, Civil and Sanitary Engineering, Environmental Engineering,Management, Fundamentals of Technology. The University educationproceeds within 12 main study courses and many specializationscovering broad spectrum of students interests. LUT also offers differentstudy structures post degree study course, doctoral studies andadditional course.

Courses offered at the Lublin University ostages, according to the Bologna process: a Bachelor programme, a two-year (3 semestersfour-year doctoral programme (in MechConstruction and Electrical Engineering). The System (ECTS) is used throughout the univegraduating student with a Diploma Supplemen

International cooperationThe international cooperation of the LUT is

the bilateral agreements of the international cointernational projects and the realization of concerning not only academic exchange of knoand didactics. At present Lublin University of with over 110 foreign universities, institutcenters. International Relations Office deals witeachers mobility within international exchan

ERASMUS, CEEPUS, etc.International teacher mobility and student e

most crucial priority of the University develop

Students life, studentsorganizationsThe LUT has an interesting cultural and spo

number and artistic level of the music, dance aphenomenal among other technical universiachievements in many sports. Our students kickboxing and fencing. Moreover, well equunique selection of norms, very modern scieinformation system, wide range of educationathe LUT very attractive for the youth.

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Poland

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Nguyestuden

It has begun with

Polish language

I have always wanted to study at a good

university as well as to study abroad.A few years ago I came to Lublin to

learn Polish. It was the time when

I decided to study at Lublin University of

Technology. It was a good choice.

High level of teaching, interesting

classes, forthcoming professors and

students make studying at LUT pleasant.

I have met great people here. I dont

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Basic facts and figuresCracow University of Technology is one of two technical

universities in Krakow. It was established in 1945 (originating from theAcademy of Mining and Metallurgy), to become an independent entityin 1954. On its 30th anniversary Cracow University of Technologytook as its patron Tadeusz Kosciuszko, who was a hero of Polish andAmerican nations, a politician but also an outstanding engineer. Theuniversity is accredited by the Polish Ministry of National Educationand it occupies top positions in national rankings. Total number ofalumni that graduated from Cracow University of Technology exceeds58 000. They find job easily due to their high qualifications. TheFaculty of Architecture of Cracow University of Technology earnedaccreditation of the Royal Institute ofBritish Architectsand the Faculty

of Mechanical Engineering is the largest faculty of this kind in Poland.Different faculty members cooperate with the European Commissionserving as experts and also with various companies and researchinstitutes around the world.

International cooperationThe Cracow University of Technology signed 52 bilateral

agreements and 143 Socrates-Erasmus agreements that allow itsstudents to experience studies abroad not only in countries of theEuropean Union but also in the USA, Canada, Mexico and places asdistant as Australia, Japan, Taiwan, Singapore or South Korea.International students are very welcome to our university. They caneither study at one of 13 complementary Master of Scienceprogrammes or they can choose from more than 130 single courses(non degree students) taught in English. Each year a group of students

from the USA, Canada and Australia takes opunique Urban Design International ProgrammeFaculty of Architecture of the Cracow UnMoreover, a numerous students take English tafor architectural or technical studies connectedlanguage course at the International EducatioUniversity of Technology. The Centre also offPolish language and culture several times students who want to learn more about Polthemselves to undergraduate or graduate studiMore info on the International Educational anwww.educentre.info

Services for studentsThe Cracow University of Technology has a

places in 4 student dormitories on the Czyynstudents are granted accommodation in dobathrooms and kitchen. All rooms havInternational students at our university may alsoand different sports sections. The Physical EdCentre of the Cracow University of Technofacilities: two gyms, three body building clubsfields and tennis courts. Besides, the Centre haand a swimming pool. The University Library iprint and electronic collections. Inter-disciplstudent clubs, a radio station and various studpresent.

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Joshuaunderg

Very positive experience

I have found Krakow to be the perfect

city for any student who wants to

experience a European lifestyle, culture

and history. I believe I made the rightdecision in coming to Cracow University

of Technology, living in central Europe

made it possible for me to travel to more

countries than I ever would have

imagined. The professors that I havebeen working with have given me a great

insight into the architecture of Poland

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Why University of Physical Education (AWF) in Poznan?Firstly: Tradition. University of Physical Education is one of the

oldest university-level sports schools in Poland (founded in 1919), thethird in Europe after Gent and Copenhagen. On 1 January 1973 theschool was granted the status of the University of Physical Education.Since 1968 the University has the right to confer doctoral degrees andsince 1993 the degrees of associate professor.

Secondly: Achievements. We are proud of our students: outstandingsportsmen and sportswomen, Olympic athletes, winners of numerousmedals. We are also proud that our University is ranked very high amongPolish sports universities; as well we are proud of the potential we offerto our students. The teaching staff is there to share their knowledge ofphysical education, sports, physiotherapy, tourism and recreation, across

three faculties using modern teaching and sports facilities.

International cooperationAWF is a member of prestigious international organizations such as:

the European University Association (EUA), International Associationof Universities (IAU), International Council of Sport Sciences andPhysical Education (ICSSPE) and some others.

Since 1999 AWF has actively participated in the Europeaneducational programmes like CEEPUS, Socrates/Comenius andLonglife Learning Programme (LLP) Erasmus and in researchprogrammes such as 5, 6 and 7 Framework. 35 universities from 18European countries cooperate with AWF through bilateral agreements.Our international students are mainly within European educationalprogrammes. They have modules to choose with courses taught inEnglish and evaluated in ECTS.

Research, didactic and sport facilitiesAWF has a lot of well equipped didactic ro

laboratories, as well as a computerized libinterested in learning how to do research arScientific Clubs (SKN). They can choose an inand with assistance of experienced academic tfirst scientific presentation.

The important part of teaching programme They are compulsory and are realized througmajor physical education in schools, for major pand clinics, for major tourism and recreation and recreational centers, also abroad. To impand physical condition the students participa

camp in AWFs Educational Centre in Chycina Sport facilities such as indoor swimming p

fitness club, multifunctional hall for sports gartificial surface are open to students and University Sports Association (AZS) with severathe only one university-level sports schools in Pstudents a field hockey coach specialization.

Students of AWF have to their disposal a studThey can live in double and triple rooms in bathroom, also kitchen and laudry on each flo

Studying at the University of Physical a brilliant idea for a future career, especialactivity and can share your vitality to stimulate

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PhysicPositive surprise

I was really nicely surprised by the

attitude of the professors at the University

of Physical Education in Poznan theywere really helpful and open to dialogue.

Their English is excellent, so I have a great

opportunity to improve my linguistic skills

and get a lot of practice in speaking. Also

the sport facilities, available to students,

are really great. We can use gym,

swimming pool, football field, racingtrack, health club and many others. Polish

students may seem to be shy at first, but

I find them very friendly. They helpforeigners as much as they can.


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Great works are often inspired by a human dream. Such was, as quite

a number of the founders declare, the origin of Pultusk Academy of

Humanities (formerly: Pultusk School of Humanities), a school for

higher education opened in a small town, actively pursuing its statutory

activity and providing its students with quality education. The ATENA

Academic Education and Research Society, the founding body of

Pultusk School of Humanities, by making its successful attempt at

turning that idea into reality, over 10 years ago, made it possible for lots

of young people to o btain higher education.

The history of Pultusk Academy of Humanities is a continuation of the

history of Pultusk School of Humanities established on 14th July, 1994.

That was when the Minister of National Education entered the School

into the national Register of Higher Education Schools. It was also then

that the School was authorized to run undergraduate-level courses in the

following fields of study: Polish Language and Literature, History,

Education Studies. A year later (on 28th April, 1995) the Minister of

National Education authorized Pultusk School of Humanities to launch

courses in some other fields of study as well, i.e. in Administration,

Political Science, and Environmental Protection. On 30th September,

1996, the Minister of Education, under a resolution passed by the Main

Council for Higher Education dated 18th September, 1996, authorized

the School to run graduate degree programmes.

The meaningful high-standards education de

educational efforts of all its lecturers, and the

were rewarded on 26th March, 2001, when the

Academic Titles and Degrees, after seeking a

Main Council for Higher Education, authorize

History to confer doctoral degrees in History

similar authorization was granted to the Facu

Moreover, under the Decision of the Minister o

Sport of 17th November, 2003, the School w

undergraduate-level courses of study in still a

and Recreation. On 2nd July, 2004, the

authorized Pultusk School of Humanities to

courses of study in the field of Sociology. Con

currently able to provide higher education in s

On 22nd March, 2002, Pultusk School of

after Aleksander Gieysztor, an outstanding and

co-founder of the School and its ex-lecturer of

All this has been achieved within as little time

years have been enough time for the Schoo

educational facilities, including the impressive C

Andrzej Bartnicki, the First Rector of Pultusk Sch

Under DSW-3-JG-4001-67-06 Decision of

and Higher Education dated 19th September,

Humanities has been renamed Pultusk Academ

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Pultusk Academyof Humanities

AndrieJourna

Professional teaching staff

After graduation from a high school in

Moscow I enrolled at the Pultusk Academy of

Humanities. Choosing the school I took into

consideration the Academy had been winningfirst place in the rankings for some years. Once

I had arrived in Pultusk I was nicely surprised

by the number of departments and fields of

study, and highly professional teaching staff.

I also noticed modern, well equipped

buildings, and full computerised library. Activecooperation with foreign universities were

other reasons that convinced me.

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Programmes of study in English

English Studies. Undergraduate studies: the covers 6 semesters, either weekday studies or a wPostgraduate studies: the postgraduate MA preither weekday studies or aweekend (extramuraEnglish Studies at SWPS provide abroad educatioincludes:

q expert and high-level schooling in English aslanguage (French, German, Spanish, Swedish,

q theoretical linguistics, translation studies, literar

q advanced knowledge of the cultural and liteUnited States

q professional knowledge of TEFL theory and te

q professional preparation for English-Polish andinterpreting.In addition, students acquire practical kno

beyond the traditional philological curriculumstudies, international studies, communication itranslating EU documents.

Psychology. One-tier degree programme costudies. The modern world speaks Englishunderstanding that world is offered by psyPsychology in English at SWPS, you rely on thewho created the first programme of its kBrainground, that is, a playground for youstudents the opportunity to stretch their minds wthe highest quality, consistent with the most reopportunity to interact with renowned experts United States and to use the most up-to-date tBut that is not all because our students Brainground provides the unique atmosphere ocommunity, which means broadening your market in Poland and abroad.

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03-815Warsaw,Poland

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Warsaw Schoolof Social Psychology (SWPS)

Clemestuden

I am really satisfiedMy stay at the SWPS is quite nice.

I met Prof. Andrzej Nowak

who gave me the opportunity to make

some wonderful experiences in the

area of Dynamical Social Psychology

and other people who are and

were absolutely helpful and nice.Thank you! After nearly two months

of studies I am really satisfied

and would recommend ERASMUS

to every student.

The Warsaw School of Social Psychology (SWPS) was established in1996.

At present, it has more than 10 000 students studying in five faculties:psychology, philology, humanities & social sciences, and twobranch-campuses faculties in Sopot and Wrocaw. SWPS now hosts 96foreign students, 19 of them under the Erasmus programme.

SWPS is authorized to grant PhD and habilitation (DSc) degrees inpsychology and PhD degrees in cultural studies. The SWPS psychologyprogramme was the first (and so far the only) such programme inPoland to receive a mark of distinction from the National AccreditationCommittee (PKA an independent body working to ensure the qualityof education at Polish higher education institutions and to encourageworld-caliber educational standards). The Committee has alsoconfirmed the quality of the SWPS sociology and cultural studiesprogrammes.

SWPS is a member of the Conference of Rectors of Polish AcademicSchools (KRASP), the European University Association, the EuropeanConsortium for Political Research, and is a signatory of the MagnaCharta Universitatum.

Our college consistently ranks high in classifications of highereducation institutions in Poland prepared by authoritative mediasources, being a five-time winner of Wprost magazines top prize foracademic excellence. The college has also gained excellent reviewsfrom students and external bodies, winning the Reliable School andStudent-Friendly College awards.

www.ksw.edu.pl

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About KSWThe Andrzej Frycz Modrzewski Krakow University College (KSW),

established in 2000, is one of the most modern and rapidly developingprivate universities in Poland. Its mission is to inspire and challengestudents, faculty, staff and alumni by providing high quality, innovativeand internationally oriented education and research. KSW educatesprofessionals from various fields and equips them with all the skillsneeded to succeed in the business world.

International BusinessInternational Business is a 3-year undergraduate programme,

offering not only high quality knowledge in finance, law, marketing,social sciences, political relations and cultural issues, but alsointernational experience and competence. All courses are conducted

in English and held in small groups, with emphasis on practicalorientation and individual work.

International cooperationThe Krakow University College has a wide network of international

contacts. This cooperation has given rise to exchange programmesinvolving students and members of the academic staff, as well aseducational and research projects. KSW participates in internationalprogrammes, e.g. Erasmus, implemented throughout the European Union.

Rankingsq the first non-public vocational school of higher education in Poland

when it comes to size, to the number of full-time students, mastersdegree students and students admitted during the academic year2006/2007 Report of Perspektywy June 2007

q Special Award 2007 for the leap from the 4the list of non-public undergraduate schoothe ranking carried out by Perspektywy an

q the Wiarygodna Szkoa (Reliable Schacademic year 2007/2008, granted by theCentre (3rd time).

InfrastructureKSW focuses not only on raising the st

education, but also on the continuous improstudying conditions. All facilities are located inThe seat of the Chancellor and the Rectors offTown at the footsteps of the Royal Castle, atmain campus is located at G. Herlinqa-Grudzithe Vistula River. The campus consists of mfacilities, computer labs, a library, administratconference rooms.

Clubs and societiesSports and cultural experiences are an im

education. They may choose from several actand organizations that focus on various econentrepreneurship, international trade, or leaderstudents to pursue various special interests rinitiation of scientific research projects, papreparation of presentations, experts meetings

Orientation programmeIn order to quickly feel at home, complete

and get to know your fellow students, a WelcThrough orientation programme each student the magic atmosphere of the city and learnarchitecture, people and culture.

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Andrzej Frycz ModrzewskiKrakow University College

Excellent institutionAndrzej Frycz Modrzewski University

Collage is an excellent institution if

education is a priority.

Here Im surrounded by a friendly

atmosphere and a network

of encouragement and support.Being a student studying abroad I feel

a tremendous respect for the culture

and living in a city with

a great historical legacy.

www.wseip.edu.pl

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WSEiP is based in a modern, centrally located campus comprising

approximately 20 thousand square meters, which ranks the school

among the biggest private universities in the country. The proximity of

the buildings makes work, study and recreation easy for both students

and staff.

School of Economics and Law is the best private institution of higher

education in the region and ranks among the most prestigious

universities in the country. League tables published by Polish

magazines and newspapers (Polityka, Wprost, Newsweek,

Rzeczpospolita) consistently rank WSEiP among the top institutions of

higher education in the country.

In 2006 School of Economics and Law was nominated for the prize

The Leader of Polish Business, awarded by Business Centre Club.ECTS (European Credit Transfer System) and Transcript of Records in

English as a supplement to a diploma issued by School of Economics

and Law, enables a student to follow an individual path of studies,

including studies abroad.

The School was granted the extended Erasmus University Charter

for the years 2007-2013 (PL KIELCE05).

Academic Centre for European Studies and other specialized units

of the School support research and teaching at the schools basic

organizational units and carry out surveys and compilations for bodies

of government administration, enterprises, schools, associations and

non-governmental organizations.

Students have the opportunity to be granted

scholarships. Student grants are also given by t

The educational offer of the school is supple

studies, among them the Executive Master of

(MBA) studies. The MBA course is validated

Management Erasmus University.

Students Research Circles offer an opport

deepen their knowledge and to take part in res

educational trip meetings with representativ

politics and culture. Papers, reports and

published in the Students Research Papers.

Students publish also their own paper (S

chronicles the most important events of the sch

of the academic community and provides the

of our young authors.

Careers Office offers training and advicegathers and provides information about wo

foreign apprenticeship and possibilities of im

support students and graduates in their presen

Sports Club comprises five sections: wom

football, skiing and swimming. Qualified T

several interesting events combining tourism a

The cultural life of School of Economics

Students Club COOLtura. Some of the events

cyclic, as for example The message of art the

The COOLtura Club is also the place of m

organized by students.

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School of Economicsand Law in Kielce

I am very glad I came to WSEiP and had

the opportunity to study here, in Poland,

during the last few months. The professorshere were very kind and understanding, as

well as very helpful and supportive in my

adjusting to the new conditions of living in

a foreign country. I have made many new

friends, with whom I used to spend a lot of

time now I keep in touch with them via

e-mail and phone. By coming here toPoland I realized my plans and I believe

that knowing Polish people will help me

in my further studies and future work. This

definitely was not my last visit to Poland.

www.ateneum.edu.pl

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Ateneum The Higher School in Gdask is a non-state, highereducation institution of the liberal arts. The areas of studies followedhere develop social competence, teach how to work among and forpeople (Pedagogy, Family Studies, Journalism and SocialCommunication), taking into particular consideration issues connectedwith the European Union, its institutions, policies, economy, safetyand culture (European Studies). Within the scope of European Studies,the Ateneum The Higher School offers not only 1st degree studies(bachelors degree), but also 2nd degree studies (masters degree). Thetotal number of students in Ateneum amounts to 2500 thousand. Theinstitution is famous for its pleasant, student-friendly atmosphere andthe concern for cultivating good academic customs and traditions.

Co-operation with other education institutions in Poland and abroadAteneum The Higher School is developing its scientific activity,

based on the co-operation with the local academic environment,important higher education centres and research institutes in Polandand abroad (Universities of Karlsruhe, Duisburg and Messina). Itparticipates in the realisation of an educational programme calledStudy in Poland.

Student activityStudent activity in Ateneum The Higher School is co-ordinated by

the Student Parliament. Within all the fields of studies there arescientific circles where students may develop and broaden theirinterests, e.g., TransEuropa (TransEurope), Bezpieczne pastwo(Safe Country), Koo Modych Pedagogw (Young Teachers

Association), the interfaculty association PrInfobroker systemowy (Infobroker System)and an academic choir. Journalism students eentitled Student Prism. Sport interests cadifferent sections of the Colleges Students Spacquire language skills by attending foreign laSpanish, Russian, German, Chinese, Swedish,

AccreditationThe quality of education (curriculum, t

facilities, library) is evaluated by the State Accfar, all the inspections carried out by the Comresulted in a positive evaluation of the educathe basis for the continuation of the teachingHigher School has received a national certific(Reliable School) which is renewed every ye

Location

Ateneum The Higher School is located inright next to the Central Railway Station. It is wparts of Trjmiasto (Gdask, Gdynia, Sopot). storey building, from which there are panoramthe historical part of Gdask.

The modern, orderly and tidy classes, the ethe neighbouring Auditorium Maximum, makThe Higher School enjoyable and comfortable

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For me, as a foreigner, a very important

matter, apart from the level of knowledge

acquired in the college, is also the

atmosphere of studying. What I mean are

the everyday relationships with friends

from the group, relationships with lecturersand college authorities and kindness

shown in the Deans office. In The

Ateneum I have found everything what

guarantees that I do not feel lonely. These

unique and lovely characteristics create an

emotional bond between me and my

college, although I am many kilometres

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applicable to Polish citizens. All other foreigners

are required to pay tuition fees of no less than a

PLN equivalent of:

q EUR 2000 per year for professional higher study,

masters and postgraduate masters courses;

q EUR 3000 per year for doctoral, postgraduate

and specialist courses and scientific, artistic,

specialist and habilitation internships;

q EUR 3000 per year for vocational courses and

apprenticeships;

q EUR 2000 per year for a language course,

including a course preparing for study in Polish.

In justified cases the Rector of the HEI may, at

the students request, reduce the tuition fee or

waive it altogether.

Q: Do I need to speak fluent Polish?A: You do not need to because universities offer

a large variety of study programmes in English.

Nevertheless, you may learn Polish either for

private everyday use for the time you stay in

Poland, or for joining a university course in Polish.

Information on Polish language certificates is

provided by the State Commission for Certifica-

tion of Command of Polish as a Foreign

Language (www.buwiwm.edu.pl).

Q: Do I need a visa? If so,how do I apply for one?A: EU/EEA students do not need any Polish

visa, however upon arrival to Poland they

should apply for a temporary residence permit if

they stay in the country longer then 90 days.Non EU/EEA students need to arrive in Poland

with a students visa obtained at a Polish Embassy

or Consulate in their country of residence. It is

important to remember that visas are granted for a

maximum of three months. In order to extend the

stay in Poland, it is necessary to apply for

a residence permit for specified period of time

in Voivodeship office 45 days before visa

Q: What do I need to enroll?A: To qualify all international applicants must

first meet the minimum requirements for entry

into higher education in their own country, have

a matriculation certificate or equivalent

document; command of English (at least on an

intermediate level) is also required.

Some departments of the arts, physical

education, departments preparing students for

the teaching profession, and the like, organize

additional aptitude tests.

Since Poland ratified the Lisbon Convention on

Recognition of De

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