Poland
Study in Poland
Higher education in Poland started in the middle Ages. In 1364, the first Polish university (later called Jagiellonian University) was created in Cracow. In 1826, the first technical university was established in Warsaw, leading eventually to the establishment of Warsaw University of Technology, the largest technical university in Poland. From 1919-1939 universities were focused primarily on arts, science, and engineering. Education was based solely on Humboldt’s model of university combining research and teaching. This model incorporates a strict hierarchy of authority and a considerable degree of autonomy for its governing bodies.
Poland is a large country with a rich history, a vibrant culture, and welcoming people. Thanks to recent efforts in internationalization, Poland is attracting ever more students from abroad. The country offers world-class education at modest tuition fees and remarkably affordable cost of living.
Poland’s higher education system is also known for its specialized technical institutions. They educated tens of thousands of specialists every year in subjects like engineering or computer science. Warsaw University of Technology and AGH University of Science and Technology enjoy an exceptional standing in international rankings, and there are many other fine institutions you can choose from.
Industries & Research
The economy of Poland is the sixth largest in the European Union. It is one of the fastest-growing economies in Europe. This growth follows a program of economic liberalization in the 1990s, which has led to Poland gaining the high-income economy that it enjoys today. Another key factor in the growth of Poland’s economy is the development of the private business sector. The Polish government actively encouraged this development by employing a liberal law on setting up new firms, and by privatizing medium and small state-owned companies.
NCBR – The National Centre for Research and Development in Poland is the largest R&D funding agency in Central and Eastern Europe, supporting innovative ideas of Polish business enterprises and research institutions. NCBR is not only a dynamic organization adjusting to new challenges and changing conditions, but also a center of knowledge and competence, creating the best possible environment for research and innovation to grow.
Life style
Poland’s infrastructure is developing at an impressive rate. Transport networks are extensive and private healthcare is affordable. Housing standards are also high. The country does present a few challenges to expats, and these include the significant language barrier and complex bureaucracy.
Its booming economy, cultural heritage and natural treasures, Poland is attracting expatriate workers and foreign companies alike. From the beaches of the Baltic Sea to the mountains of the Carpathians and bustling metropolises, this former communist country, now a member of the European Union has much to offer.
