STUDY IN POLAND

Poland, officially the Republic of Poland is a country in Central Europe and one of the most populous members of the European Union. The official language is Polish and the capital city as well as the largest city is Warsaw. Other major cities are Gdansk, Kraków, Lódz, Poznan and Wroclaw. The climate in Poland is temperate with cold, cloudy, and has moderately severe winters and mild summers. Nepal is 3 hours and 45 minutes ahead of Poland. Poland is one of the tourist destination country in the world.

If you are looking for an European degree at a low cost then Poland could be the option for you. The education in Poland provide varieties of high quality courses with affordable tuition fees. Poland takes active part in the Bolonia Process. The degree obtained here is recognized internationally and continue education in other countries. Poland is a safe country with lowest crime rates in Europe, there are always municipal police and city guards to help at the time of need.

Nicholas Copernicus and Marie Sklodowska-Curie are among great names of Polish scientists known and admired worldwide.

Some of the reason are: 

Top-quality education: Poland has an excellent education system. There are more than 400 universities in Poland, many of which offer bachelor’s and master’s degrees in English, a plus for Indian students. You can choose from courses in medicine, IT, engineering, social sciences, and law as well. These degrees are internationally recognized as Poland follows the Bologna Process, which ensures that your credits and qualifications are recognized and transferable across Europe. This opens a wide job portal for international students who wish to work in Europe.

Low cost of living and affordable education: Poland has become a popular place to go for international students because of its affordability.  While Poland offers a high standard of living, the cost is much lower than in other European countries like the United Kingdom or France. On top of that, tuition fees of universities are more economical, making Poland an attractive option for students on a budget. Tuition fees of universities can range from 1000-8000 EUR which is comparatively less than universities in other European countries, thereby providing a higher return on investment on your higher studies.

Rich culture and heritage: Poland is a country with a rich and diverse history and culture. The country has beautiful architecture, historical attractions, and festivities celebrated across Poland. This adds to the reasons why studying in Poland is a good choice. It allows students to immerse themselves in new and different cultural experiences, making their higher education journey more enjoyable.

Great career opportunities: Studying in Poland is just the beginning. Those wanting to start their own business, or find a great job in an international company would benefit from a longer stay. Foreign companies operating in Poland prefer graduates from Polish universities. Akademickie Inkubatory Przedsiębiorczości (‘Academic Incubators of Entrepreneurship’) is a community that will help and nurture your business, and the Technology Parks are also at your disposal. Additionally, The Warsaw Innovation week is a great hub where start-ups can attract the attention of foreign investors.

Ideal for a student budget: If you dream of going abroad and becoming independent while studying, do not worry about the cost, Poland is ideal for a student on a tight budget. Dormitories start from €60 a month per student, cinema ticket starts from €2,50, and lunch in the cafeteria starts from €2. No wonder Warsaw is the most affordable European student city according to the 2016 QS Best Student Cities index.

Many options: There are more than 1.2 million students studying in Poland, at almost 380 universities. What is even more impressive most of the programs are offered in both Polish and English languages, on top of that, there are hundreds of languages that are taught here. There are a lot more colleges for arts as well as faculties of humanities and universities of technology, all of them equipped with ideal laboratories and super-computers.

International Student Life in Poland

Poland has a warm and inviting atmosphere and has more than 80,000 international students, making it easy for students to adapt well. The universities have numerous organizations, clubs, and other extracurricular activities relating to dance, music, and theatre. This allows students to interact with other people and embrace their culture.
Students can also enjoy the local culture of Poland and travel and explore their city. Poland is also surrounded by beautiful countries like Germany and the Czech Republic for students to travel in less time and money.

Cost of Living in Poland and University Tuition Fees

The cost of living in Poland is comparatively less than in other countries in Europe. The cost of accommodation, food, travelling, health insurance, and other miscellaneous expenses is 300-400 EUR per month. The cost can vary depending on the city, university, and lifestyle of students. Poland has many public and private universities. Out of these, many public universities offer courses free of cost for European students, but most of them are taught in Polish and require some level of proficiency. As for non-European students, the cost of a bachelor’s degree for a year can cost up to 5000-6000 EUR, and a master’s degree for a year can cost up to 9000 EUR.
You must note that professional courses like MBA, medicine, and dentistry programmes from private universities can cost more.

Emerging Sectors in Poland

- Infrastructure Development
- Education development
- Digital and technical development

Universities in Poland

- Jagiellonian University
- Warsaw University
- University of Bialystok
- University of Gdansk
- John Paul II Catholic University
- Maria CurieSklodowska University
- University of Lódz
- University of Warmia and Mazury
- Opole University
- University of Rzeszów
- University of Silesia
- Nicolaus Copernicus University
- Jan Kochanowski University
- Warsaw University of Technology
- Polonia University

Popular Courses in Poland

- Medicine
- Engineering
- Humanities
- Business and finance
- Information Technology
- Business degrees
- Social Science degrees
- Law degrees
- Master’s in Accounting
- Master of Economic Studies

Emerging Sectors in Poland

- Infrastructure Development
- Education development
- Digital and technical development

Skill Shortages

- IT
- General Management
- Sales and Marketing
- Industrial, Construction and Technical workers
- Engineering
- Medical fields

Average Incomes (per year)

- Business Analyst,IT : $24,554
- NET Software Developer/Programmer: $17,968
- Business Development Manager: $46,296
- Graphic Designer: $9,558
- Information Technology (IT) Manager: $38,164
- Software Engineer: $21,936

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees in Poland are cheaper than many other European countries. Fees are different in terms of the type of course. Average tuition fees is between £1,300-£2,500 a year and range upto £10,000 plus depending upon courses.

Scholarship Available

Major Intakes in Poland

- October for fall semester
- February for spring semester

Documents

For offer letter
Academic transcripts
English proficiency test score (IELTS, TOEFL, OR PTE academic)
Standardized test scores (SAT, GMAT, GRE)
Copy of your birth certificate or passport
Your resume
Statement of purpose and essays
Letter of recommendation (at least 2 or 3)

For visa apply

Two Poland visa application forms
Two passport-sized photos following Poland visa photo guidelines
Your passport
Acceptance letter from the Polish institute you plan to attend
Proof of accommodation.