Program Overview
Psychology
Faculty of Management and Social Communication
The Psychology program at the Faculty of Management and Social Communication is a long-cycle, full-time study program that lasts for 5 years (10 semesters). The language of instruction is Polish, and the program has a practical profile. Upon completion of the program, students are awarded the title of Magister, which is equivalent to a Master's degree. The main discipline of the program is Psychology.
Programme Description
The Psychology program is designed to provide students with a rich, holistic knowledge of human functioning, which reflects the program of studies conducted at the Institute of Applied Psychology. The program assumes the implementation of numerous practical classes, preparing students to perform the profession of public trust in the future. The program consists of two parts: a canon of general psychological and specialized knowledge and courses developing practical skills. Education includes rich theoretical knowledge, the basics of scientific work, and preparation for conducting psychological research.
Available Programmes
- long-cycle programme
- study mode: full-time programme
- language of instruction: Polish
- profile: practical
- duration: 5 years (10 semesters)
- title: Magister (equivalent of Master’s degree)
- main discipline: Psychology
Curriculum Overview
The program curriculum provides information about the subjects that students will attend during their studies. The curriculum indicates which subjects are scheduled for each semester, which are mandatory, and which belong to the group of elective subjects.
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 programs at the Jagiellonian University is conducted electronically in the Online Application System. Detailed information about admission to this study program, including information on the method of calculating the result, qualification criteria, fees, deadlines, and a list of required documents, are available on the Online Application System.
Graduates
Psychology graduates are specialists sought-after in the labor market in many areas. They take up employment in the health care system, psychological and pedagogical clinics, schools, and other educational institutions. They are employed in enterprises as human resources, business, marketing, or advertising specialists. They work as sports psychologists.
Further Education Possibilities
- Doctoral School, f.e. Doctoral School in the Social Sciences
- Post-diploma programs
- Second-cycle programs
Offer for School
The Jagiellonian University invites all schools to take part in the cycle of meetings "University Closer to You – visits to the Jagiellonian University". The aim of the meetings during the tours is to familiarize students with the history of the University through a rich educational offer.
Rankings, Distinctions, Accreditations
- The Ranking of Study Programmes prepared by the ‘Perspektywy’ Education Foundation:
- 1st place in 2019 and 2025
- 2nd place in 2020, 2022, and 2024
- 3rd place in 2021 and 2023
- Outstanding rating for the Faculty of Management and Social Communication awarded by the Polish Accreditation Committee (PKA)
- Scientific category A+ in the main discipline of Psychology awarded to the Jagiellonian University in Kraków by the decision of the Minister of Education and Science
Information Regarding Faculty
The Faculty of Management and Social Communication has the category A granted by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education and an outstanding rating awarded by the Polish Accreditation Committee (PKA). The variety of study programs conducted by the Faculty makes this unit one of the best interdisciplinary faculties of the Jagiellonian University. The premises of the Faculty of Management and Social Communication are located on the territory of the Campus of the 600th Anniversary of the JU Revival. The Faculty is located in a modern building that consists of well-equipped lecture halls, classes, and computer rooms.
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- Psychology (Faculty of Philosophy) – programme in Polish
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