| Code | S1-SM-ANG |
|---|---|
| Organizational unit | Faculty of Political Science and International Studies |
| Field of studies | International Relations |
| Form of studies | Full-time |
| Level of education | First cycle |
| Educational profile | academic |
| Language(s) of instruction | English |
| Minimum number of students | 12 |
| Admission limit | 95 |
| Duration | 3 years |
| Recruitment committee address | admission.wnpism@uw.edu.pl tel. (22) 55-22-986 |
| WWW address | https://wnpism.uw.edu.pl/ |
| Required document |
This is a unique 3-year first-cycle degree (BA) full-time programme with innovative way of thinking about International Relations. The language of instruction of the programme is English. We are looking for internationally oriented candidates, characterised by creative thinking, with a strong motivation to broaden their knowledge of the contemporary world and ready to study in a multicultural environment.
The Programme consists of six semesters (terms) with over 20 courses and diploma seminar aimed at bachelor thesis preparation and individual focus. The first two semesters focus on understanding of International Relations and introduction to the discipline. All courses are taught by experienced academics from Poland with elective courses run by academic teachers from other European, as well as non-European universities. The unique format of the Undergraduate Programme in International Relations not only introduces students to the workings within the field of International Relations, but also makes them responsive to interdisciplinary concerns through law, economics, history and culture. The central location of the University of Warsaw makes the Programme special also in the sense of access to academic and extra-curricular activities for students. In the course of studies, students will have the opportunity to participate in many open lectures held by well-known professors from around the world What is more, students are welcome to apply for a semester abroad in the framework of Erasmus+ Programme and bilateral agreements with universities all over the world (examples include, Mexico, USA, Brasil, India, Republic of Korea). Programme offers 240 hours of foreign language courses and physical education classes.
Employment prospects
The process of diploma thesis preparation leads students to obtaining a bachelor degree (licencjat) recognised in the EU and internationally. Graduates of the Programme can either choose to continue their education at master level or to pursue a professional career especially in international organisations, international business, public administration (especially foreign service and ministries) or non-governmental sector.
About the Faculty
The Faculty of Political Science and International Studies is the oldest and largest political science center in Poland. For many years, the fields of study run by WNPiSM have been awarded the title of the best in Poland (e.g. in the Perspektywy ranking).
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Faculty website: www.wnpism.uw.edu.pl/en
Admission rules
Minimum number of points needed to be qualified: 50
Polish new maturity exam 2005 – 2024
Minimum number of points needed to be qualified: 50
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Obligatory subject Polish language basic level x 0,6 |
Obligatory subject Mathematics basic level x 0,6 |
Obligatory subject One chosen foreign language: English, French, German, basic level x 0,6 |
Obligatory subject One of the following subjects: Modern foreign language*, Biology, Chemistry, Philosophy, Physics/Physics and Astronomy, Geography, History, Computer Science, Latin and Ancient Culture, Greek and Ancient Culture, Social Studies, History of Art, History of Music advanced level x 1 |
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weight = 20% |
weight = 25% |
weight = 30% |
weight = 25% |
Points are calculated as follows:
W = a * P + b * M + c * J + d * X
where:
W – the final result;
P – result from Polish language;
M – result from Mathematics;
J – result from foreign language on advanced level;
X - result from additional subject on advanced level;
a, b, c, d – weights.
Information on documents certifying knowledge of the English language. >> Check! <<
Candidates whose result in the English language at the advanced level in the Polish maturity exam („new maturity diploma”) is lower than 60% are obliged to upload on their registration account in the IRK system (section “Education” – “Certificates and other documents required to start studies”) one of the documents accepted by the University of Warsaw certifying their competence in English (see the above list) and contact the Admissions Commission.
Old maturity exam
Minimum number of points needed to be qualified: 50
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Obligatory subject Polish language basic level x 0,6 |
Obligatory subject Mathematics basic level x 0,6 |
Obligatory subject One chosen foreign language: English, French, German, basic level x 0,6 |
Obligatory subject One of the following subjects: Modern foreign language*, Biology, Chemistry, Philosophy, Physics, Geography, History, Computer Science, Latin and Ancient Culture, Social Studies, History of Art, History of Music advanced level x 1 |
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weight = 20% |
weight = 25% |
weight = 30% |
weight = 25% |
Points are calculated as follows:
W = a * P + b * M + c * J + d * X
where:
W – the final result;
P – result from Polish language;
M – result from Mathematics;
J – result from foreign language;
X - result from additional subject;
a, b, c, d – weights.
Maturity exam after 1991
grade 6 = 100%
grade 5 = 90%
grade 4 = 75%
grade 3 = 50%
grade 2 = 30%
Maturity exam until 1991
grade 5 = 100%
grade 4 = 85%
grade 3 = 40%
Important information for candidates with Polish old maturity exam. >> Check! <<
Information on documents certifying knowledge of the English language. >> Check! <<
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Minimum number of points needed to be qualified: 50
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Obligatory subject Polish language standard level (SL) x 0,6 |
Obligatory subject Mathematics standard level (SL) x 0,6 |
Obligatory subject Modern foreign language standard level (SL) x 0,6 |
Obligatory subject One of the following subjects: Modern foreign language**, Biology, Chemistry, Philosophy, Physics, Geography, History, Computer Science, Latin, Classic Greek, Management, Economics, Psychology, Anthropology, Politics, Information Technology in a Global Society (ITGS), Subject from a group "Art" higher level (HL) x 1 |
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weight = 20% |
weight = 25% |
weight = 30% |
weight = 25% |
**In column 4 candidate can not indicate language from columns 1 and 3
Points are calculated as follows:
W = a * P + b * M + c * J + d * X
where:
W – the final result;
P – result from Polish language;
M – result from Mathematics;
J – result from foreign language;
X - result from additional subject;
a, b, c, d – weights.
The IB results will be converted according to the table below:
7 = 100%
6 = 90%
5 = 75%
4 = 60%
3 = 45%
2 = 30%
Important information for candidates with IB and EB. >> Check! <<
Information on documents certifying knowledge of the English language. >> Check! <<
European Baccalaureate (EB)
Minimum number of points needed to be qualified: 50
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Obligatory subject Polish language basic level x 0,6 |
Obligatory subject Mathematics basic level x 0,6 |
Obligatory subject Modern foreign language basic level x 0,6 |
Obligatory subject One of the following subjects: Modern foreign language**, Biology, Chemistry, Philosophy, Physics, Geography, History, Computer Science, Latin, Classic Greek, Economics, Arts, Music, Sociology advanced level x 1 |
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weight = 20% |
weight = 25% |
weight = 30% |
weight = 25% |
**In column 4 candidate can not indicate language from columns 1 and 3
Points are calculated as follows:
W = a * P + b * M + c * J + d * X
where:
W – the final result;
P – result from Polish language;
M – result from Mathematics;
J – result from foreign language;
X - result from additional subject;
a, b, c, d – weights.
The EB results will be converted according to the table below:
9,00 - 10,00 = 100%
8,00 - 8,99 = 90%
7,50 - 7,99 = 75%
7,00 - 7,49 = 60%
6,00 - 6,99 = 45%
5,00 - 5,99 = 30%
Important information for candidates with IB and EB. >> Check! <<
Information on documents certifying knowledge of the English language. >> Check! <<
Foreign diploma
Minimum number of points needed to be qualified: 50
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Obligatory subject Polish language |
Obligatory subject Mathematics** |
Obligatory subject Modern foreign language |
Obligatory subject One of the following subjects: Modern foreign language***, History, Social Studies, Management, Economics, Psychology, Anthropology, Politics, Geography, Philosophy, Latin, Classic Greek, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Astronomy, Computer science, History of art, History of music, Sociology |
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weight = 20% |
weight = 25% |
weight = 30% |
weight = 25% |
**In case of lack of Mathematics, one subject to choose: Economics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Geography, Computer science. In such
case, the subject in columns 2 and 4 can be counted twice
Points are calculated as follows:
W = a * P + b * M + c * J + d * X
where:
W – the final result;
P – result from Polish or original language;
M – result from Mathematics;
J – result from modern foreign language;
X - result from additional subject;
a, b, c, d – weights.
Calculation of candidates high school diploma results. >> Check! <<
Information on documents certifying knowledge of the English language. >> Check! <<
Checking candidates' competence to undertake studies conducted in the English language
Candidates are obliged to hold one of the documents accepted by the University of Warsaw, certifying their competence in the English language at least at the B2 level.
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Deadlines
Announcement of results: 22nd of July, 2024
Reception of documents:
- I round: 23rd-25th of July, 2024
- II round (in case of not fulfilling the limit during I round): 26th, 29th of July, 2024
- III round (in case of not fulfilling the limit during II round): 30th-31st of July, 2024
- additional rounds will be announced in case of not fulfilling the limits
Payments
The studies are payable - tuition fees
Required documents
List of required documents submitted by candidates qualified for studies
Additional information
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