Program Overview

English Studies

Faculty of Philology

The English Studies programme is offered by the Faculty of Philology at Jagiellonian University. The programme is conducted in Polish, and knowledge of the Polish language at least at a sufficient level is required.

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: Literary Studies
• Second-cycle programme:
  • Study mode: full-time programme, part-time programme
  • Language of instruction: Polish
  • Profile: general academic
  • Duration: 2 years (4 semesters)
  • Title: Magister (equivalent of Master’s degree)
  • Main discipline: Linguistics

Programme Description

The English Studies programme is designed for students interested in English and American literature and culture. The programme aims to provide students with a deep understanding of the Anglo-Saxon world, including translation and intercultural communication. Students will develop their knowledge of English linguistics and literary studies, and will become fluent users of English.

Curriculum Overview

The programme curriculum includes information about the subjects students will attend, which are scheduled for each semester of the studies. The curriculum indicates which subjects are mandatory, which are elective, and which end with an exam.

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. 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.

Graduates

There are many diverse career paths for those who graduate in English Studies. Graduates can work in cultural institutions, research institutions, economic and political institutions, diplomacy, media, corporations, and as language assistants and experts in the English language area.

Further Education Possibilities

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

Rankings, Distinctions, Accreditations

• The Ranking of Study Programmes prepared by the ‘Perspektywy’ Education Foundation:
  • 2nd place in 2022
  • 3rd place from 2023
• Scientific category B+ in the main discipline of Linguistics awarded to the Jagiellonian University in Kraków by the decision of the Minister of Education and Science
• Scientific category A in the main discipline of Literary Studies awarded to the Jagiellonian University in Kraków by the decision of the Minister of Education and Science

Other Programmes that May Interest You

• English Studies with German (Faculty of Philology) – programme in Polish
• European Joint Master’s Programme in English and American Studies (Faculty of Philology) – programme in Polish
• German Studies with English (Faculty of Philology) – programme in Polish