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Jagiellonian University

in Kraków, Poland. Jagiellonian University. Uniwersytet Jagielloński. Poland . Location. Kraków. Poland. Location Facts. City population 756,267 Metropolitan area population 8,000,000 Kraków is the second largest and one of the oldest cities in Poland. . Education in Kraków.

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Jagiellonian University

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  1. in Kraków, Poland Jagiellonian University UniwersytetJagielloński

  2. Poland

  3. Location Kraków Poland

  4. Location Facts • City population 756,267 • Metropolitan area population 8,000,000 • Kraków is the second largest and one of the oldest cities in Poland.

  5. Education in Kraków • Major centre of education • More than 10 university institutions • Student population 170,000

  6. History of Jagiellonian University • Oldest and best know university in Poland • Founded in 1364 • Originally named Cracow University and renamed in 1817 CollegiumMaius, Oldest building in Kraków

  7. Clock in CollegiumMaius Click here to view video

  8. Library • One of Poland’s largest libraries • 6.5 million volumes • Large collection of medieval manuscripts • Extensive collection of underground political literature

  9. Education Data • Total students 49,379 • Undergraduates 43,762 • Postgraduates 3,212 • Doctoral Students 2,405 • Academic Staff 3,657 • Disciplines 48 • Specializations 93

  10. Campus Revival Project • A long-term project was launched on May 23, 2001. • The construction period was set for 2001-2010. • Consists of modern buildings housing departments of science, natural science and Faculty of Management and Social Communication The Campus of the 600th Anniversary of the Jagiellonian University Revival.

  11. Among the Best • Ranked by the Times Higher Education Supplement as the “Best University in the Country.”

  12. Program Structure (Faculty) • Law and Administration • Medicine • Pharmacy • Health Sciences • Philosophy • History • Philology • Polish Studies • Physics, Astronomy and Applied Computer Science • Mathematics and Computer Science • Chemistry • Biology and Earth Sciences • Management and Social Communication • International and Political Studies • Biochemistry, Biophysics and Biotechnology

  13. Online Application System • Home Page • https://www.erk.uj.edu.pl/ • OAS Account • Application Rules • Registration Step by Step Instructions • Study Programs Search Engines • FAQ • Delivering Documents Electronically

  14. Courses • Picking courses: https://www.erk.uj.edu.pl/studia/katalog/rok_rekrutacji/12/tryb_ubiegania/n/widocznosc/e/

  15. Grading System • Grading percentages correspond similar to the United States, they just present them differently

  16. Academic Calendar • Fall semester- Beginning of October till mid-February • Two-week break for Christmas holidays • One-week vacation period in February • Spring semester- Mid February till the end of June • One-week break for Easter holiday • Summer vacation- Beginning of July to the end of September.

  17. Accommodations • Halls of residence • Halls of residence make up the majority of university-allocated accommodation • Lodgings • These are rooms in private houses where the landlord or landlady lives on the premises. • Private housing • A house or flat.

  18. Getting a Visa • Don’t freak out about it • Apply and get accepted to Jagiellonian University, keep your acceptance letter • Apply for your visa approximately 90 days before you are scheduled to enter Poland • It is necessary to go turn in all documents in person at the nearest consulate • http://poland.visahq.com/

  19. Getting to Kraków • United States to the Poland • Fly into Warsaw International Airport • Flying: To Kraków Airport • Train: All the way to Kraków • Bus: Many daily bus services to and from a variety of larger citiesso you would be able to take a bus to Kraków

  20. Getting Around Kraków • No subway in Krakow • Tramways • Bus lines

  21. Getting to Jagiellonian University • Bus • Tramlines • Foot • Bike

  22. What to Bring • Umbrella, sunglasses • The temperature is relatively moderate but pack for colder winters and warmer summers. Not as extreme as Kansas • Pack clothes for outdoor activities (hiking, soccer, running) if you plan to participate in them • A camera • A journal or blog…some sort of way to keep track of memories and experiences

  23. What to Bring • A few (lightweight) books or DVDs (consider bringing an e-reader to eliminate the weight of multiple books) • Pictures/mementos from home to decorate your room and help alleviate homesickness

  24. Electricity and Your Stuff • Electrical current varies from outlet to outlet, so a voltage converter is not always necessary, but the chances of needing something to adapt the shape of the plug are high • Poland uses 220 volts

  25. Money Matters • The złoty currency is the PLN. Always be aware of the current exchange rate between PLN and USD • Most banks are open only during the week. • If you choose to open a bank account, bring your passport and a proof of residence in Poland • There are many ATM’s but be careful to cover your PIN when inputting it • Many ATM’s have a charge, some don’t but you are able to use most debit cards

  26. Cost of Living • Depending on your personal situation, lifestyle and habits you may have different needs • At least 1100-1300 PLN per month in order to cover the cost of decent accommodation, pay for the local transport, and even go out occasionally • This amount should cover the costs • rent, food, clothing, personal hygiene, local transport, study materials, telephone and other expenses • **not the tuition fee

  27. Monthly Expenses (Approximate) • Accommodation 400-600 PLN • Food 500 PLN • Books and entertainment150-200 PLN • Local transport 65 PLN

  28. Staying in touch • Poland is 7 hours ahead of Kansas time • The university provides free internet, so Skype, GoogleTalk, Facebook, etc. are all easily accessible means for staying in touch with friends and family from home. • Remember not to let staying in touch with people back home overshadow having new experiences abroad

  29. Medical Concerns • Recommended if you are not up-to-date with routine shots such as, measles/mumps/rubella (MMR) vaccine, diphtheria/pertussis/tetanus (DPT) vaccine, poliovirus vaccine, etc. • For prescription medicines you take every day make sure you have enough to last during your trip. Keep them in their original prescription bottles and always in your carry-on luggage. • Check the Center for Disease Control’s website (www.cdc.gov) for any additional vaccines necessary before arriving in the UK.

  30. Top 10 Things To Do • Franciscan Church • Rynek (Town Square) • CollegiumMaius • Planty • Kazimierz • Wyspianski Museum • Dragon’s Cave • ChlopskieJadlo (Food) • Concerts • Sukiennice (Shopping)

  31. Weather in Kraków

  32. Useful Websites • http://www.uj.edu.pl/en_GB/ • Jagiellonian University’s home page • In English • http://www.uj.edu.pl/ • Jagiellonian University’s home page • In Polish

  33. Contact Info Jagiellonian University, International Student Office ul.Straszewskiego 25/331-113 Kraków, Poland Tel: +48 (12) 633 15 46 Email: admissions@adm.uj.edu.pl

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