120 times bigger than Liechtenstein and 520 times bigger thanSingapore. The Voivodeship of Greater Poland (Wielkopolska) is exactly the size of Belgium. Poland lies in the central part of the European continent, the geometrical centre of which is near Warsaw.
You can fly from Warsaw to Berlin (580 km) in just 1.2 hours; to Rome (1,840 km) in 2.2 hours; Paris (1,610 km) in 2.5 hours; and to Barcelona (2,460 km) in 3.1
Why study in Poland?
Polish university education system has a history of 650 years of educating high profile professionals. It resulted with a profit not only for Poland, but also for many countries all over the world, where the Poles brought their professionalism and the spirit of innovation. Want some examples? Ignacy Domeyko established the geology research in XIXth century Chile. Between 1872 and 1876 Ernest Malinowski built the world's highest located railroad in Peru. Bronislaw Malinowski was a creator of modern anthropology. Ten Nobel Prizes were awarded to Polish artists, scientists and other public figures. Maria Sklodowska-Curie is one of only four laureates to receive a prize twice.
Polish academic traditions reach back to 14th century. The Jagiellonian University in Kraków was established in 1364, as the second university in Central Europe. Today's Polish universities continue the glorious traditions of their predecessors. Warsaw University is ranked first in the Top Coder international IT ranking, outperforming such great institutions like Massachusets Institute of Technology.
ADMISSION IN POLAND
Instructions about the method to get admission in Polish Universities
Admission requirements for Poland may vary from one university to another. But, in general foreign applicants seeking admission to the universities of Poland must meet the requirements laid down by Polish law and the University's regulations. Meeting the standard of qualifications is normally required to be admitted to universities of Poland. Your qualification must be analogous to the Polish certificates (certificate of secondary education, Bachelor's or Master's degrees).
For getting admitted in Polish universities a student must submit an application for enrolment, an application form including curriculum vitae and a completed questionnaire, a medical certificate confirming the applicant's physical condition is adequate for studying in a given major, proofs of completion of a preparatory course as designated by the Ministry of Education or confirmation from course provider or the university that the applicant's background and Polish language ability are sufficient to study in Poland.
Foreign students who do not speak Polish must enroll Polish Language courses.
Applicants must enclose the latest health certificate. For preparatory courses a student must present a General Certificate of Education A- Level or a photocopy. Applicants for postgraduate studies should enclose M. A. (M. Sc.) degree certificate or a photocopy.
In some of the Universities course are also available for foreign students in Foreign Languages.
STUDENT VISA PROCESS
Process to obtain Polish Student Visa for international students
Students must obtain a Polish visa in order to enter and stay in Poland legally. Visa approval to access Poland gives right of stay on the territory of the Republic of Poland only. Students intending to study in Polish University needs below mentioned documents to obtain the polish student visa.
Documents Required
- Passport (must be valid for 3 months after planned departure from Poland).
- One passport-size photo.
- Completed application form.
- Evidence of immigration status in country of residence, endorsed in current or previous passport (if applicable).
- Fee, payable by cash/postal order.
- Accommodation booking or invitation from friends or family in Poland.
- An official letter from a college or university.
- Transport documentation, such as a rail or aeroplane ticket.
Applications submitted without these requirements will not be considered by the Consular offices and will be returned to the applicant. Holders of Polish visa are still subject to immigration control at the Polish border and are not guaranteed entry. All visitors must possess sufficient funds to cover the cost of their stay.
LIVING COST IN POLAND
Living Cost for International Students in Poland
Before going on to living cost for students in Poland, lets have some introduction to Polish Currency. Polish money (PLN) is counted in zloty (zl) and grosz (gr) 100 groszy = 1 zloty.
The coins are issued in 1gr, 2gr, 5gr, 10gr, 20gr, 50gr, 1zl, 2zl and 5zl. The bank notes are issued in 10zl, 20zl, 50zl, 100zl, and 200 zl.
For international students - Daily necessities like food and clothing are still relatively inexpensive by western standards, however prices depend on the country of origin of the goods. Generally products made in Poland are less expensive than goods imported from the West. Foreign students should remember that if they want to travel, buy fresh fruit and vegetables in the winter, make phone calls abroad and lead an active social life they will spend a few hundred PLN per month (excluding cost of accommodation).
