Study in Poland for foreign workers

Our country has an increasing number of people coming from abroad who would like to study and work at the same time. In Poland, we have a high quality of education and a rich culture.

Below you will find the most important information about post-secondary schools (requirements, directions, costs).
In order to study in Poland, foreign citizens have to meet several basic requirements:

1. enrolment documents:
o Secondary school leaving certificate (translated into Polish or English).
o Matriculation certificate or other equivalent documents.
o Certificate of language proficiency (if the programme is in Polish, usually B1/B2 level is required; if in English, e.g. IELTS, TOEFL or equivalent).

2 Visa and residence:
o Non-EU citizens must obtain a visa before arriving in Poland.
o Upon arrival, you must register with the local authority and obtain a residence card.

3. Other documents:
o Citizens from abroad should have a sickness or accident insurance policy or a European Health Insurance Card (for the period of education in Poland) or join the National Health Fund insurance as soon as they start their education.

Polish universities offer a wide range of study courses, both at bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral level. Here are some popular majors:
– Engineering and technology
– Medicine and health
– Business and economics
– Humanities and social sciences

In Poland, it is possible to study part-time, which is popular with working people. Part-time classes are usually held on weekends, which allows for a combination of work and study. Examples of schools offering such programmes:
– Post-secondary schools ŻAK
– Post-secondary school PASCAL
– Post-secondary Therapeutic and Medical School in Piotrków Trybunalski

The costs of education in Poland are relatively low compared to other European countries. Fees depend on the school and the course.
The price varies between EUR 1,000 and EUR 3,000 for the whole school year. The enrolment fee to be paid is PLN 85-100.

Studying in Poland is an attractive option for people coming to work under the age of 26 from abroad, as it has a positive effect on earnings, since those working and studying do not pay taxes and therefore earn more.