Universit y of Warsaw Institute of International Studies in English at the Institute of International Institute of International University of Warsaw Founded in 1816 In the top 4% of World-Class Universities Ranked by QS Topuniversities, The Times THEWUR, top 500 in Shanghai Group Ranked no. 1 in Poland (press ranking) Public comprehensive university The largest Polish university 54,000 students 3,500 teaching and research staff One of the most modern library buildings in Central Europe Worldwide international cooperation: 240 bilateral agreements with partner universities from 54 countries 1000 agreements within European Union LLP Erasmus Programme Active member within 15 EU Erasmus Mundus Established in 196 60 teaching and research staff Teaching and research focus all aspects of international relations discipline: International Political Economy International Politics Diplomacy and Foreign Policy International Law Security and Strategic Studies Culture and Multiculturalism in International International Theory International Business Africa and Latin America Studies India and China Studies European Integration Worldwide student exchange programme Active in international research projects Founder of the Polish Association for International Studies Co-organized with the Standing Group on International and Polish Association for International Studies in 13 in September international 8th Pan-European Conference on International, One International or Many? Multiple Worlds, Multiple Crises.
Welcome to the Institute of International, University of Warsaw, Poland! International surrounding Visiting professors from Oxford University, Jawaharlal Nehru University, University Of Indonesia, University of Florence (Italy), University of Heidelberg, Peking University, Tsinghua University, National Chengchi University (Taiwan), French Institute of International and other universities worldwide Academic and research cooperation with USA, France, Russia, India, China, Nepal, Taiwan and Mexico Interdisciplinary and innovative Curricula comprising elements of international trade, security studies, human rights, law, business, history, politics, culture and management Meetings with experts and professionals from ministries and leading international companies Taking part in international seminars, conferences and projects Your future! International exchange programmes at the Institute: Why is our Institute the best place for You? Students can participate in exchange programmes offered by the Institute: Erasmus LLP Programme (over 90 partner universities in EU) Northeastern Illinois University (NEIU) in Chicago, United States Universities in India (Jawaharlal Nehru University, University of Calcutta, Birla Institute of Management Technology, New Delhi, TATA Institute of Social Science, Mumbai, SP Jain Institute of Management & Research, Manipal University, University of Kerala, University of Mumbai and other) Universities in China (Tsinghua University, Beijing, Peking University) Universities in Nepal (Global College International, Kathmandu, Tribhuvan University, Pokhara University) Universities in Russia (Saint Petersburg State University; MGIMO University) Universities in Mexico (Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Peubla) Our students can study at partners universities in: USA, Canada, Germany, Mexico, Brazil and over 50 countries. Students can also take part in the Erasmus Placement programme in EU countries. Joint Bachelor and Master level degree programmes in International with Global College International, Nepal IIR is running joint Bachelor and Master level degree programmes with Global College International in Kathmandu, Nepal. Students pursue the first year modules in Nepal, and complete the programme in Warsaw. On graduation they obtain their diploma from the University of Warsaw. Our graduates are perfect employees for: International companies (business sector, international financial institutions) governments and public institutions international organisations EU institutions NGOs Broadening intercultural and social perspectives Polish language classes Courses in English from different disciplines open for our students at University Active student union Student research group 25 types of sport classes at the University (e.g. rock climbing, aqua fitness) Warsaw city of entertainment and cultural events
Degree Studies What do we offer? The Institute of International is the country s first academic institution, combing quality research with teaching. The Institute offers programmes in English covering all levels of academic degrees: Undergraduate Programme in International (UPIR): 3-year first-cycle full-time degree programme. Graduates obtain a bachelor level diploma in International from the University of Warsaw Graduate Programme in International (GPIR): 2-year second-cycle full-time degree programme. Graduates obtain a master level diploma in International from the University of Warsaw PhD programme for foreigners post-graduate 3-year programme for foreigners taught in English. Graduates get a PhD in Political Science (specialisation in international relations) What you should know: Each new edition of long term studies begins in October every year Each academic year consists of 2 semesters (terms) winter and spring term The admission process starts in spring preceding the new edition of the programmes. Details at http://www.ism. uw.edu.pl Non-degree studies (up to one academic year) International candidates willing to undertake short-term studies may study as: Erasmus/Erasmus Mundus/other EU programmes students Exchange students under a bilateral agreement between the University of Warsaw and student s home university Students holding different scholarships Guest students on payment basis: 35 EUR/1 ECTS (minimum 15 ECTS/semester) Important: Students who hold a scholarship (i.e. Erasmus Mundus) for longer stay which allows them to participate in the whole programme (undergraduate, graduate or PhD) should follow the requirements of admission and participation as regular students For further information, read the sections describing the given programme!
The Undergraduate Programme in International Spend 3 years in Warsaw studying in the international atmosphere in order to complete your undergraduate education in International! The Undergraduate Programme in International Curriculum for 13-16 Edition: I year 1 SEMESTER (winter term): 1. Introduction to the Study of International 2. Political and Economic Geography 3. Economics 4. Studies on the State 5. History of International 6. Introduction to Law. Sociology 8. Foreign Language 2 SEMESTER (spring term): 1. Economics 2. European Integration 3. Philosophy 4. Information Technologies 5. Foreign Language 6. General Elective Course from II year 3 SEMESTER (winter term): 1. International Economic 2. Demography 3. International Cultural 4. Public International Law 5. Statistics 6. Foreign Language 4 SEMESTER (spring term): 1. International Political 2. International Military 3. Contemporary Political Systems 4. Economic Policy 5. Foreign Language 6. General Elective Course from III year 5 SEMESTER (winter term): 1. International in Europe 2. International in the Asia-Pacific Region 3. International Organizations 4. International Finance 5. International Negotiations 6. International Protection of Intellectual Property. Foreign Language 6 SEMESTER (spring term): 1. International in Africa and the Near East 2. International in North and South America 3. Poland s Foreign Policy 4. General Elective Course from 5. Preparatory seminar for Final Diploma Exam 6. Placement Tuition fees for the Undergraduate Programme in International 13-16 Edition EU STUDENTS & NON-EU STUDENTS Tuition fee for the first year of the programme 3000 EUR + a one-off fee of 0 EUR (non-polish citizens only). Tuition fee for the second year of the programme 3000 EUR. Tuition fee for the third year of the programme 3000 EUR. Tuition fee for the entire programme 9000 EUR + a one-off fee of 0 EUR (non-polish citizens only). Tuition fees are presented in EUR but must be paid in PLN. TUITION FEES cover the costs of participation in the programme. Students need to budget for books and other costs including costs of living (accommodation, etc.) What you should know: Undergraduate Programme in International gives you a bachelor level diploma in International from the University of Warsaw Each compulsory course takes 30 teaching hours per term (90-minute class once a week) and ends with a final exam Each course is assigned a specific number of ECTS points. ECTS is the credit system based on student workload. Each student is obliged to get 60 ECTS per academic year Courses within Undergraduate Programme are scheduled from 08:00 to 16.30 at week-days You can choose classes from Erasmus courses offer and include them to Your curriculum as elective courses Find more details about the courses, (short description and the assigned number of ECTS points), current timetable, and information about teachers at: http://www.ism.uw.edu.pl in the section Undergraduate Programme Admission criteria: The undergraduate programme is open to all international and Polish applicants who can present a maturity exam diploma Details of the admission criteria can be found on: http://rekrutacja. uw.edu.pl/en/ or http://www.ism. uw.edu.pl Each new edition of the programme starts in October every year Need more information? Browse http://www.ism.uw.edu.pl section Undergraduate Programme or e-mail to: undergraduate@ism.uw.edu.pl Head of the Undergraduate Programme in International Karina Jędrzejowska, PhD k.jedrzejowska@uw.edu.pl Office Bartłomiej Zgliński, MA b.zglinski@uw.edu.pl
The Graduate Programme in International Spend 2 years in Warsaw and obtain postgraduate diploma in International! The Graduate Programme in International Curriculum for 13-15 Edition I year 1 SEMESTER (winter term): 1. Theories of International 2. Globalism and Regionalism 3. International Security 4. Multiculturalism in International 5. International Social Policy 6. International Economics. European Institutions 8. General Elective Course from 9. General Elective Course from II year 3 SEMESTER (winter term): 1. International Trade system WTO 2. International Political Economy 3. Multinational Corporations 4. Foreign, Security and Defence Policy of the EU 5. India and China Foreign Policy 6. Diploma Seminar. General Elective Course from 2 SEMESTER (spring term): 1. Human Rights 2. International Financial Markets 3. Development Economics 4. Human Security and Gender 5. Transnational actors and movements 6. Developing Countries in International. Comparative Politics 8. General Elective Course from UW s general offer or from ERASMUS courses offer 9. General Elective Course from 4 SEMESTER (spring term): 1. US Foreign Policy 2. EU Economic Law 3. Foreign Policy of Central and Eastern European Countries 4. Cultural and Economic aspects of International Management 5. Diploma Seminar Tuition fees for Graduate Programme in International 13-15 Edition EU STUDENTS & NON-EU STUDENTS Tuition fee for the first year of the program: 3000 EUR + a one-off fee of 0 EUR (non-polish citizens only). Tuition fee for the second year of the program: 3000 EUR. Tuition fee for the entire program: 6000 EUR + a one-off fee of 0 EUR (non-polish citizens only). Tuition fees are presented in EUR but must be paid in PLN. TUITION FEES cover the costs of participation in the programme. Students need to budget for books and other costs including costs of living (accommodation, etc.) What you should know: Graduate Programme in International gives you a master level diploma in International from the University of Warsaw Each compulsory course takes 30 teaching hours per term (90-minute class once a week) and ends with a final exam Each course is assigned with specific number of ECTS points. ECTS is the credit system based on student workload. Each student is obliged to get 60 ECTS per academic year You can choose classes from Erasmus courses offer and include them to Your curriculum as elective courses Find more details about courses, (short description and assigned number of ECTS points), current timetable and information about teachers at: http://www.ism.uw.edu.pl in the section Graduate Programme Admission criteria: the Graduate Programme in International is open to all international and Polish applicants The candidates must hold a bachelor, master or equivalent degree Details about admission criteria can be found on: http://rekrutacja.uw.edu.pl/en/ or http://www.ism.uw.edu.pl Each new edition of the programme starts in October every year Need more information? Browse http://www.ism.uw.edu.pl section Undergraduate Programme or e-mail to : graduate@ism.uw.edu.pl Head of the Graduate Programme in International Karina Jędrzejowska, PhD k.jedrzejowska@uw.edu.pl Office Bartłomiej Zgliński, MA b.zglinski@uw.edu.pl
The PhD Programme for foreigners The PhD Programme is specially designed for foreigners interested in developed studies in international relations field. The PhD Programme for Foreigners at the Institute of International Curriculum for the 13-16 Edition I year History of European Philosophy Theories of Politics Theory of International PhD Seminar Polish language course II year Security Studies Theory of Political Economy Foreign Policy Analysis PhD seminar Polish language course III year EU Law and Institutions PhD seminar Polish language course Admission criteria: The PhD Programme is available to all international students. Required documents: Letter of application to Rector of the University of Warsaw stating the source of funding for the PhD Programme: scholarship or self funded (4000 EUR per year for non-eu citizens). Master s diploma CV/resume 3 photos (3.5 cm/4.5 cm) References Statement of research interests and research proposal Completed personal data form Need more information? Browse http://www.ism.uw.edu.pl section PhD Programme or e-mail to : phd@ism.uw.edu.pl Tuition fees for the PhD Programme 13-16 Edition TUITION FEES FOR NON-EU citizens: Tuition fee for the first year of the PhD Programme: 4,000 EUR + a one-off fee of 0 EUR Tuition fee for the second year of the PhD Programme: 4,000 EUR Tuition fee for the third year of the PhD Programme: 4,000 EUR TUITION FEES cover the costs of participation in the PhD Programme. Please note that PhD students need to budget for books and other costs including costs of living. Coordinator of the PhD Programme for Foreigners Paula Marcinkowska, Phd p.marcinkowska@uw.edu.pl
The Graduate LLP ERASMUS Programme and Non-degree studies Programme in International The Institute offers a set of courses specially designed for Erasmus students and international exchange students of short-term studies Courses in foreign languages offered in 13-14 to Erasmus and International students Winter Term Spring Term Course Number of hours per term ECTS points Number of hours per term ECTS points 1. Introduction to World Politics 1. Poland s Foreign Policy 2. Les relations internationales en Europe après la deuxième guerre mondiale (in French) 2. International Security and Armed Conflicts 3. International Political Economy 3. Asymmetric Threats 4. International migration 4. Developing Countries in International 5. History of European Integration 5. Non-Governmental Organizations in International 6. International Protection of Human Rights. U.S. National Security Policy 6. Security system in the Asia-Pacific Region Important: Detailed description of the courses and timetables are available on the website http://www.ism.uw.edu.pl in the Erasmus section Erasmus and International students planning their curricula can also freely include in their learning agreements selected courses from other programmes offered in English (Undergraduate Programme in International and Graduate Programme in International ). For details, please contact our Erasmus coordinator! Course Need more information? Browse http://www.ism.uw.edu.pl section Erasmus or e-mail to: j.zajaczkowski@uw.edu.pl Admission criteria: Coordinator of the LLP Erasmus Programme Jakub Zajączkowski, PhD j.zajaczkowski@uw.edu.pl For detailed information visit website of the Institute: http://www.ism.uw.edu.pl, section Erasmus and website of International Office of the University of Warsaw: http://www.bwz.uw.edu.pl Application deadline: For the winter term and/or full academic year May 15th For the spring term November 15th
Professor E. Halizak, Director of the Institute and his students Authorities Professor Edward Haliżak Director of the Institute of International Professor Dariusz Popławski Chairman of the Scientific Board Agnieszka Bógdał-Brzezińska, Ph.D. Vice-Director for Didactic Affairs Jakub Zajączkowski, Ph.D. Vice-Director for Academic Research and International Cooperation Contact Details Institute of International University of Warsaw Ul. Żurawia 4 00-503 Warsaw Poland Website: http://www.ism.uw.edu.pl Phone: +48 22 553 16 35 Fax: +48 22 553 16 36 General e-mail: ismn@uw.edu.pl Useful Links: Poland http://www.en.poland.gov.pl The city of Warsaw: http://www.um.warszawa.pl/en Warsaw Public Transport: http://www.ztm.waw.pl Ministry of Science and Higher Education: http://www.nauka.gov.pl Erasmus National Agency: http://www.frse.org.ppl Erasmus Student Network UW: http://www.uw.esn.pl International Office of the UW: http://www.bwz.uw.edu.pl Office - Undergraduate Programme e-mail: undergraduate@ism.uw.edu.pl Office - Graduate Programme e-mail: graduate@ism.uw.edu.pl Office -PhD Programme e-mail: phd@ism.uw.edu.pl Published with financial support from EU Erasmus Programme