Program Overview

Comparative Studies in Civilisations

Faculty of Philosophy

The Comparative Studies in Civilisations programme is a unique academic centre offering diverse cultural studies at the level of first-cycle and second-cycle programmes. The programme provides students with knowledge and skills useful in working in cultural and tourist institutions as well as advisory and research centres.

Available Programmes

• first-cycle programme:
  • study mode: full-time programme
  • language of instruction: Polish
  • profile: general academic
  • duration: 3 years (6 semesters)
  • title: Licencjat (equivalent of Bachelor's degree)
  • main discipline: Culture and Religion Studies
• second-cycle programme:
  • study mode: full-time programme
  • language of instruction: Polish
  • profile: general academic
  • duration: 2 years (4 semesters)
  • title: Magister (equivalent of Master’s degree)
  • main discipline: Culture and Religion Studies

Programme Description

The programme is designed for students interested in intercultural dialogue projects and conquering foreign markets. It offers courses related to prominent civilisations, such as Muslim, Indian, Confucian, Western, or Mesoamerican countries. The programme also provides tools and methods for understanding foreign cultures, including courses in anthropology, religious and sociological theories, linguistics, or social research practices.

Information Regarding Faculty

The Faculty of Philosophy is one of the oldest faculties of the university, founded in 1364. The faculty has been granted the A+ category by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education. Study programmes conducted at the faculty lead in rankings prepared by the Education Foundation “Perspektywy”, and talented students win the prestigious Diamond Grant programme every year.

Curriculum Overview

The programme curriculum includes information about the subjects students will attend, which subjects are scheduled for each semester, and which are mandatory or elective. Each subject has its syllabus, which describes what students learn within the scope of that subject.

Student Matters

• Live and learn in Kraków
• Dormitories
• Scholarships
• Academic calendar
• Exchange programmes
• Academic Sports Association
• JU Student Government
• Safe Student
• Student Centre for Support and Adaptation
• Accessibility Center

Student’s Life

Time spent at the university is not all about education and class participation; it is also an excellent opportunity to develop hobbies and interests. Many research societies and student organizations operate at the Jagiellonian University, including faculty- and university-wide ones.

Admission to Studies

Admission to study programmes at the Jagiellonian University is conducted electronically in the Online Application System. Detailed information about admission to this study programme, including information on the method of calculating the result, qualification criteria, fees, deadlines, and a list of required documents, is available on the Online Application System.

Graduates

Completing studies at the Centre of Comparative Studies in Civilisation entitles the graduate to apply for a job in institutions and organisations' activity profile of which includes issues related to international cooperation, both in the cultural, economic, and political dimensions.

Further Education Possibilities

• Doctoral School, f.e. Doctoral School in the Humanities
• Post-diploma programmes
• Second-cycle programmes

Offer for School

The Centre of Comparative Studies of Civilisations cordially invites high school students and teachers to participate in workshops and lectures on civilisation, cultural, religious, and linguistic diversity. The Jagiellonian Library offers tours of both the old and new parts of the building. The offer of the Collegium Maius includes lessons on "The Trail of Science" and "The Trail of History and Art," as well as interactive online classes.

Other Programmes that May Interest You

• Buddhist Studies (Faculty of Philosophy) – programme in Polish
• Contemporary Buddhist Studies (Faculty of Philosophy) – programme in Polish
• Ethnology and Cultural Anthropology (Faculty of History) – programme in Polish
• International Cultural Studies (Faculty of International and Political Studies) – programme in Polish

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