Polish Philology

Programme overview

The aim of the programme is to provide students with a solid foundation of knowledge in the field of linguistics and literary criticism; deepen their understanding of Polish culture; improve communication skills in Polish (up to C1-C2 level), as well as the ability to analyze and evaluate the phenomena of the Polish language and literature in a broad scientific context.

Candidates who do not speak Polish and who start learning Polish from the beginning are also accepted. In the 1st year, we offer training in separate groups, corresponding to the level of language training.

Why this programme?

• A comprehensive study of the Polish language, literature and culture at a university with a rich academic tradition at the crossroads of cultures between East and West;
• during academic and professional practice, students develop critical thinking and the ability to study independently, communicate and collaborate in a multicultural environment, and improve their skills in the field of research work, editing, translation, and teaching methods of Polish, as well as the popularization of Polish culture.
• the ability to choose up to 50% of the training programme in accordance with interests: one of 20 languages, disciplines in other areas;
• the opportunity to study for 1 or 2 semesters at partner universities of higher education in Poland or in another EU state, as well as to do an internship abroad.

What’s after?

Graduates can:

• work in translation agencies, editorial offices, publishing houses, museums, travel agencies, working for foreign embassies or other companies and institutions where excellent command of the Polish language is required, as well as interpersonal and intercultural communication skills, are required;
• pursue a master’s degree in the humanities or social sciences.