Vistula University

Programs of Study

Vistula University offers the following programs in English and Polish languages:

Economics

Strengths in the department include banking, development economics, industrial organization, international trade and finance, labor economics, macroeconomics, microeconomic theory, and finance. While the faculty work in a diverse set of fields, a common characteristic of their research is the application of theoretical and quantitative tools to the analysis of important practical issues. Research at VU has looked at, among other things, post-communist era in Eastern Europe, monetary union, European integration, privatization, and pension reform.

VU award Bachelor’s degrees in the following fields of specialization:

VU award Master’s degrees in the following fields of specialization:

Computer Science/Engineering

The graduates of VU acquire skills in computer systems, software design and programming, operating and maintenance of hardware, as well as administering and management of networks. Students who successfully complete undergraduate studies are entitled to continue their education in the Master’s Degree program in the field of Applications of Computer Technologies in Economics.

VU awards Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in the following fields of specialization:

International Relations

Students pursue a course of study in world politics, taking courses in political science, economics, history and foreign languages, learning how to approach, analyze and manage settings that involve political and diplomatic aspects. In the course of their studies, students acquire intercultural communication and negotiation skills. The department’s curriculum allows students to take a variety of courses including international security, international political economy, political and economic development, foreign policies, diplomacy, conflicts and conflict management.

VU awards Bachelor’s degrees in the following fields of specialization:

Tourism and Recreation

Department of Tourism and Recreation provides education in organizational management, human resource management and tour operation aspects of the global tourism industry. Through its close cooperation with Meeting Professional International (MPI), Warsaw Convention Bureau, International Congress Convention Association (ICCA), as well as The Society of Incentives and Travels Executives (SITE), it enables students to participate in international conferences in Warsaw, London, Barcelona and the United States.

VU awards Bachelor’s degrees in the following fields of specialization:

Philology

The undergraduate Program in English Philology provides comprehensive training in all areas of English Language studies. Course work is offered in Grammar, advanced literature, historical periods, important authors and literary movements, literary theory and linguistics. All students develop a broad competence in general topics of English language philology before moving to a more specialized knowledge of a single area or topic.

Vistula University awards Bachelor’s degrees in the following fields of specialization:

Sociology

Vistula University awards Bachelor’s degrees in the following fields of specialization:

Postgraduate Studies

Postgraduate study program in Polish language:

Postgraduate study program in English language:

Library

VU library has a collection of books, periodicals and digital media to support the education research activities at the university. All books and media are catalogued and searchable online.

Vistula University library has:

Sports

There is a broad range of sport facilities where University students engage in sports individually or in teams. VU has a modern sports hall (600 m2) for basketball, volleyball, indoor soccer, badminton, table tennis, aerobics, and tennis courts, a well-equipped gym and an open tartan basketball court. Students have ideal conditions for exercise, both during physical education classes and/or as a member of AZS (Academic Sport Association). Currently the leading and most active sport sections are: rowing, badminton, indoor soccer, volleyball and Wushu. VU Academic Sport Association brings students together, helps them master their skills and encourages them to participate in academic competitions in various disciplines. VU sports hall of fame includes Olympic Games and national championships contenders. Students with superior athletic abilities can easily apply for scholarships.

Social life and Student Affairs

VU students have many opportunities for extra-curricular activities and for participating in social-academic events including:

Office of Career Planning and Student Internships

Office of Career Planning and Student Internships assists students from early periods of the beginning of their studies. Compulsory student internships constitute an integral element of the program at the level of undergraduate studies. Internships allow students to acquire invaluable skills and experience that will be crucial in professional life. The University cooperates with international and local companies under COOP EDU program.

CO-OP Education (Cooperative Education)

COOP EDU is a pioneer cooperative education program in Poland. It integrates higher education and business, so that skills and qualifications acquired in the course of studies meet requirements of labor market and employers.

Scholarships

VU has a straightforward scheme of scholarships and tuition fee waivers for international students. The University mainly funds stipends from its own resources. In general, Vistula University offers the following scholarships:

International Cooperation

A fundamental factor that determines development of education and research studies at a university is its international cooperation with foreign universities, secondary schools, institutions, industries, companies, NGOs, media and other operators of public and private sectors worldwide. VU participates in serious socio-cultural, environmental, business and other multidimensional projects globally.

Students and faculty of VU benefit from a wide range of international exchange opportunities under the Socrates, Erasmus and other international education programs. The university cooperates with a number of universities including:

Vu students have opportunities to travel abroad for study tours, summer schools and professional training programs. For instance, students of English Philology have a chance for a 4-week training session organized by the Department of Polish Language in the Directorate-General for Translation (DGT)of the European Commission (EC).

Prep School ETS (Educational Testing Service)

In order to study where English language is the medium of instruction, students should submit a proficiency test result of any of the following examinations: TOEFL, FCE, CAE, TELC, IELTS, etc. Otherwise, students are subject to taking a proficiency test to prove their level of English. Submitting a secondary school diploma is sufficient for an applicant to study at the Preparatory School. After completing their prep-school studies, students take a final proficiency test. Whether the applicant wishes to study at VU or at another Polish university, the VU Preparatory School Language Proficiency Test Certificate will allow them to study at any department of Polish universities.

VU is an accredited partner of ETS (Educational Testing Service). Educational Testing Service is the biggest, independent non-profit organization, dealing with research in the sphere of education and creation of evaluation systems. Headquarters of ETS is located in Princeton, USA.