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University of Silesia in Katowice

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About

The university is accredited to offer 70 full-time and part-time programmes, including unique programmes such as the following: Biophysics, Econophysics, Geophysics, and Medical Physics. The programmes offer a total of over 240 specialisations, including Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Data Analyst, Geophysics, Nanophysics and Mesoscopic Materials, Geoecology, and Geoecotourism. The University of Silesia regularly upgrades its didactic offer by launching new programmes which reflect the needs of the labour market. When planning new programmes it also takes into account guidelines concerning programmes which are regarded as being of special value to the economy, including those which are granted the status of specialties ordered by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education. As a result, the university’s offer includes more and more engineering degree programmes. The University has almost 30,000 intramural and extramural students at the BA, MA, postgraduate and Ph.D. level students following 70 undergraduate and postgraduate programs subdivided into over 240 specializations. All courses are recognized by the ECTS, which facilitates international student exchange. The University of Silesia also offers numerous Doctoral School’s programmes in the fields of: humanities, theology and art; exact and natural sciences as well as engineering and technical sciences; social sciences which allow students to deepen their knowledge of various disciplines and provide them with opportunities to conduct interesting and innovative research projects. The University provides also International Environmental Doctoral School (IEDS) associated with the Centre for Polar Studies at the University of Silesia in Katowice.

Undergraduate programmes in English

Materials Science and Engineering

Postgraduate programmes in English

Biotechnology
Computer Science (for BEng holders)
Creative management in new media
English Studies – American and Canadian Studies for Intercultural Communications and Diplomacy
Physics: Nanophysics and Mesoscopic Materials, Modelling and Applications
Geography:Geographic Information Systems
International Business Law and Arbitration
Theoretical Physics

Doctorate programmes in English

International Environmental

University of Silesia in Katowice is one of the largest and most dynamically developing public universities in Poland. Founded in 1968, the University of Silesia quickly established a reputation as a vibrant academic institution and an important interdisciplinary research hub. With a tradition of launching new programmes to best meet the needs of rapidly changing labor markets, the University of Silesia offers students a variety of programs and specialized fields of study. With outstanding research teams and well-equipped laboratories, we are an important player on the global research arena. We actively participate in European Commission initiatives focused both on educational and scientific development, and realize projects within the frame of programmes such as Erasmus+ and Horizon 2020.

The University of Silesia in Katowice gives its students a unique possibility to develop their interests, fulfil their passions and gain practical skills necessary in constantly changing job market. Every academic year we offer over 70 programmes and over 240 specializations, that are designed to help our students and alumni meet the challenges of changing reality and labor market. We provide a stimulating learning environment where individual interests can be pursued and academic ambitions achieved. The University of Silesia serves almost 25,000 intramural and extramural students and it already has 250,000 proud alumni, among which there are outstanding personalities in many fields. Our community consists also of more than 2,000 teachers and researchers.

If starting studies is an investment, we can assure you that investment in the University of Silesia will pay off whatever your scientific and professional aspirations are.

World University Rankings

by Times Higher Education

World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.

Best Global Universities Rankings

by U.S. News & World Report

Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.

QS World University Rankings

by TopUniversities

QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.

Student services

Students' Activity Zone is university’s unit devoted entirely to serving the student communities. Incorporating among others Student’s Service Center and Career Center, the mission of the zone is not only to support the students in financial, psychological and legal matters, but also to facilitate their entrance and functioning in the labor market. Students' Activity Zone also ensures equal opportunities in terms of access to higher education for people with disabilities.

ICT services

Students of the University of Silesia have an opportunity to use wireless internet free of charge in university’s buildings. Moreover, owning the university account they are able to get access to the internet in most universities in Poland.

At the University of Silesia we are fully aware that life is not always all about the learning activities. This is why we strongly support enterprises which, while still related to the environment of the University, are not connected directly to the sole course of studies.

Below you will find information that may prove helpful during your stay, or serve just as source of knowledge or amusement. Apart from useful information on topics such as accommodation or scholarships, this page concerns both the institutional branches of the University devoted to helping students, and organizations and communities created by students themselves. From career to hobbies, from ways of spending your time to profound personal development activities - you will find it all here.

Accredited infrastructure

Formal attestation of labs’ competence to undertake specific tasks, performed by an authorized accreditation organisation aims to build and boost trust in findings of research conducted in accredited facilities. Accreditation of a laboratory if often a prerequisite for establishing cooperation with external partners. Hence, the University is investing in accreditation of selected laboratories with a view to extending their commercial use potential.

In 2011, the Department of Computer Biomedical Systems, Faculty of Computer Science and Materials Science, opened a worldclass laboratory allowing new methods of research into bone tissue microstructure and other biomaterials, as well as polymers, ceramics, biological preparations, fossils, etc. The laboratory is equipped with, among others, a high-resolution micro-CT scanner, 3D printer, and specialist software.

Selected accredited laboratories of the University of Silesia:

Electron Microscopy Laboratory
Auger Electron Spectroscopy Laboratory
Classical Electrochemical Methods Laboratory
Laboratory for Obtaining Coatings and Sample Preparation for Microscopy
Mossbauer Effect Laboratory
Scanning Microscopy Laboratory
High-throughput Sequencing Laboratory
Molecular Markers and Sequencing Laboratory
Fluorescence Microscopy and Image Cytometry Laboratory
Image Analysis Laboratory
Electron Microscopy Room
Environmental Biotechnology Laboratory
Chromatography Laboratory
Bioelectromagnetism Laboratory

Studies

As an interdisciplinary university, the University of Silesia offers a wide array of programs and specialized fields of study and research in a broad range of disciplines including the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and science and technology.

The University offers bachelors, masters, and doctoral studies, as well as postgraduate courses designed to improve professional and personal skills. All programmes are divided into specializations tailored to students’ needs and applicability toward their future careers.

Teams consisting of teaching staff and PhD students follow global trends within particular disciplines and specializations and strive to find real solutions to current research problems.

Currently the University teaches almost 25,000 students on over 70 programmes and 240 specializations on Bachelor's, Master's and Doctoral levels. With almost 50 years of its tradition, the University of Silesia has gathered well over 250,000 alumni till this day, and has its units located in 4 different cities.

Last but not least: programmes offered by the University of Silesia are systematically evaluated by the Polish Accreditation Committee and the University Accreditation Commission to ensure high quality of the education.

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Average cost of living in Poland

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Cost of living in Poland

Total average cost: €330

Living in Poland as a student is relatively affordable compared to other European Union countries. The cost of living for students can start from 1500 PLN (330 EUR) a month. However, the prices depend on the city you are currently living in. Living in the capital and tourism city might be slightly expensive than other Polish big cities. On this page, you will find out how much it costs to live in Poland for a month. Please remember, that to be able to study in Poland non-EU/EEA students have to possess sufficient means to cover the living costs.

Living Costs in Polish Big Cities

Some popular cities for study destinations in Poland are Warsaw, Krakow, Gdansk, Wroclaw, Poznan, Lodz, and Katowice. Comparison of living costs can be done through monthly expenses for student dormitory and public transportation tickets. Now, let's take a look! Which city offers the most suitable living cost for you?

Entry requirements

Required Documents

A list of all the documents candidates are required to submit is available in the IRK system. To enable the Faculty Admission Commission to evaluate you as a candidate, you have to upload scans of all the required documents to your individual account in the IRK system.

For Bachelor's studies:

Secondary school leaving certificate (legalized or given an apostille) obtained abroad entitling to study at all types of universities in the country appropriate to the education system issuing the certificate. Document should be legalized or given an apostille and translated into Polish language by sworn (certified) translator. Candidate should also provide a statement that his school leaving certificate allows him to take up the first cycle studies in the country it was issued – if such a statement is not already written on the certificate.
Document confirming competence in English language (for studies in English) or document confirming competence in Polish language (for studies in Polish).
Health certificate stating that there are no restrictions against taking up studies in a given field (General Practitioner checkup) – if required;
Photo (45x35mm, passport format).
ONLY for Arts majors - a portfolio of own work from the area of art involved in the chosen major, e.g. photographs, records, films etc.

For Master's studies:

Bachelor's degree diploma (together with a supplement, if applicable) or another document of completion of studies abroad, which allow to start the second cycle studies in the country it was issued. Diploma should be legalized or given an apostille and translated into Polish language by sworn (certified) translator. Candidate should also provide a statement that his diploma allows him to take up the second cycle studies in the country it was issued – if such a statement is not already written on the diploma.
Document confirming competence in English language (for studies in English) or document confirming competence in Polish language (for studies in Polish).
Health certificate stating that there are no restrictions against taking up studies in a given field (General Practitioner checkup) – if required;
Photo (45x35mm, passport format).
ONLY for Arts majors - a portfolio of own work from the area of art involved in the chosen major, e.g. photographs, records, films etc.

For Doctoral studies:

Master's degree diploma (together with a supplement, if applicable) or another document of completion of studies abroad, which allow to start the third cycle studies in the country it was issued. Diploma should be legalized or given an apostille and translated into Polish language by sworn (certified) translator. Candidate should also provide a statement that his diploma allows him to take up the third cycle studies in the country it was issued – if such a statement is not already written on the diploma.
Document confirming competence in English language (for studies in English) or document confirming competence in Polish language (for studies in Polish).
Photo (45x35mm, passport format).
ONLY for Arts majors - a portfolio of own work from the area of art involved in the chosen major, e.g. photographs, records, films etc.

Please note! Before submitting your documents to the Faculty's Deans office you will have to verify them in the International Admissions Office (Rectorate, Katowice, Bankowa 12, room 76).

Additional information on documents required from candidates accepted for programmes of their choice

Apostille and legalization

An apostille is a stamp confirming that a document made in one country may be legally used in another country. The rules on using apostilles are included in the Convention Abolishing the Requirement of Legalization for Foreign Public Documents that was made in the Hague on 5th October 1961 (Journal of Laws 2005 No. 112 Position 938). You can only get an apostille on a document in the country where this document was issued. Here is the list of countries where you can get apostilles (parties to the Hague Convention of 1961). If a document was issued in a country that is not a party to the Hague Convention, it needs to be legalized.

Legalization is the procedure aiming at checking whether a document issued abroad is authentic and whether it has the same legal force in the Republic of Poland. Foreign secondary school-leaving certificates and university diplomas can get legalized in Polish diplomatic posts in the country where the document in question was issued.

Translation into Polish

Certified translations of documents into Polish are made by court translators from the official list of court translators of the Polish Ministry of Justice. If your document has not been translated into Polish by a court translator from this list, the translation may be certified by the Consul of the Republic of Poland in the country where the document was issued.

Entitlement to studying at university level

You have to check whether the document on the basis of which you are applying for a programme at the University of Silesia contains the information that it entitles the holder to study at university level in all types of higher education establishments in the country where it was issued.

If your certificate or diploma does not contain a statement to this effect, you need to obtain an additional document confirming that it entitles you to study in the country where it was issued. Such a confirmation may be obtained from:

educational authorities of the country whose education system issued the document;
the Consul of the Republic of Poland in the country whose education system issued the document;
a diplomatic post or consulate in the Republic of Poland of the country whose education system issued the document.

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