Graduate Programme in Teaching English to Young Learners, full-time, second cycle

What knowledge, skills, and competencies will you gain on this programme?

Our programme combines teaching English to young learners with the Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) approach. You will learn how to effectively teach English to children and integrate language learning with subjects such as science, mathematics, art, music, and physical education. You will explore various contexts of language teaching to children, with a particular emphasis on subject-language integration, bilingual education and plurilingual pedagogies. You will gain extensive knowledge about how children acquire languages, enabling you to tailor teaching methods to their needs.

During your studies, you will familiarise yourself with modern curricula in different international contexts, including bilingual and international schools. You will also develop the skills to work with children from diverse cultural and linguistic contexts, which is crucial in a global educational environment.

Where can you work after graduation?

As a graduate of our programme, you will acquire comprehensive theoretical and practical knowledge of pedagogy and English language teaching. You will be prepared to work in an international educational setting and to develop your own teaching attitudes through reflection and research in the field of language education, with a focus on plurilingual pedagogies in early primary education.

Our graduates work as English language teachers in BILINGUAL preschools and primary schools at the first educational stage, INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLS in different educational and cultural contexts IN POLAND AND ABROAD. The study programme will prepare you to teach using the CLIL approach and effectively integrate subject content with English language instruction.

Qualifications to teach English in preschool and in primary school (grades 1–3) will only be granted if you have completed psychological and pedagogical preparation during your undergraduate (first-cycle) studies.

Are there different specialisations within the programme?

Our study programme offers a wide range of courses tailored to the needs of English language teachers in early childhood education. While there are no distinct specialisations, the curriculum covers different aspects of language teaching for young learners, subject integration, and pedagogy in an international context.

What will you study?

The integration of theory and practice is a key element of the programme. You will participate in study visits to international and bilingual schools in Poland such as American School of Warsaw or Trilingual International School of Warsaw. Throughout your studies, you will take part in teaching placements (150 hours) in carefully selected preschools and schools, both public and private. This will give you hands-on experience with various approaches to early language education and the CLIL approach. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to engage in international teaching and research projects led by our academic staff.

All classes are conducted in English, allowing you to develop your language skills, particularly in academic English and classroom communication. You will study in small, international groups and use modern educational technologies, such as digital tools for creating teaching portfolios, research tools such as zotero and online databases provided by training through the University of Warsaw library. Our courses are delivered by experienced lecturers and education practitioners from Poland and abroad.

Will you be doing internships during your studies?

Yes, teaching placements are an integral part of our programme. They take place in preschools and primary schools in Warsaw and surrounding areas, in grades 1–3. Your internships will be monitored by an academic supervisor, who is responsible for the recruitment process and cooperation with mentors–experienced teachers in partner schools. The internships run from early November to the end of May in both the first and second years of study.

Can you study at another university for one or more semesters?

Yes, you can participate in international exchange programmes, such as Erasmus+, which allow you to study at a partner university abroad for one or more semesters. The list of our partner universities includes, among others, the University of Ljubljana, the University of Zagreb, the University of Eastern Finland and the University of Limerick.

Where can you find more information about the programme?

You can find detailed information about the programme on our Faculty’s website.

Admission rules for candidates with Polish diplomas

Minimum number of points needed to be qualified: 50

The programme is open to holders of the bachelor, master, engineer or equivalent degree.

Candidates are qualified for the studies based on the results of their interview.

Knowledge of English at least at C1 level is required.

A positive result of the admission procedure is equivalent to confirmation of the candidate’s competence to study in English (in the case of candidates who do not have proof of at least C1 level of English).

An interview in English concerning the knowledge of four texts, the titles of which will be given at a later date.

The oral exam interview is designed to assess the candidate motivation, commitment and readiness to pursue the studies at the GPTE. The interview will be conducted in English as a face-to-face meeting or via an online platform with 2 interviewers. The questions will address reasons for wanting to teach, the candidates’ previous experiences related to teaching and learning, as well as the candidates’ awareness of the important current issues in education. The aim of the interview is to assess communication skills appropriate for professional situations, ability to explain the ideas, and ability to justify them.

Sample questions:

• Have you worked with children in any context? Be prepared to talk about your experiences. What is it about these experiences that has led you to apply?

• Think about what makes you suitable to be a teacher and how you could tell someone about this.

• Consider what you think the qualities of effective teachers are. Why do you believe this?

• Make yourself aware of the important current issues in education. What are some current issues related to educational topics covered by the media?

• What difficulties are you likely to encounter as a teacher and how would you deal with them?

• Do you have any special skills that would contribute to your role as a teacher?

Maximum number of points: 100

Minimum number of points needed to be qualified: 50

Admission rules for candidates with foreign diplomas

The admission criteria are the same as for candidates with Polish diplomas.

Checking the candidates' competence to undertake studies conducted in the English language

A positive result of the admission procedure is equivalent to confirmation of the candidate’s competence to study in English (in the case of candidates who do not have proof of at least C1 level of English).

Deadlines

Date of the qualifiaction interview: 18th of July, 2025

Announcement of results: 22nd of July, 2025

Reception of documents: 

• I round: 23rd-25th of July, 2025
• II round (in case of not fulfilling the limit during I round): 28th-29th of July, 2025
• III round (in case of not fulfilling the limit during II round): 30th-31st of July, 2025
• additional rounds will be announced in case of not fulfilling the limits

Payments

Application fee

Student's ID payment (ELS)

The studies are payable - tuition fees

Required documents

List of required documents submitted by candidates qualified for studies

Additional information

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