The Jagiellonian University, founded in 1364, is the oldest university in Poland and the second oldest university north of the Alps. Located in one of the most beautiful European cities, historic Kraków, the Jagiellonian University offers foreigners a unique opportunity not only to study Polish language, culture and society, but also to experience over 650 years of its history, magnificent architecturet and art. Jagiellonian University School of Polish Language and Culture, part of the Center for Polish Language and Culture in the World within the Faculty of Polish Studies, organizes short-term individual courses, «Semester Abroad» as well as summer programs. Founded in 1969, the School is the oldest, largest and most experienced in Poland. Over the past 45 years it has welcomed thousands of students, teachers and professors from all over the word. During inauguration ceremonies outstanding scholars of the caliber of Nobel Prize Winner for Literature CzesŁaw MiŁosz, Prime Minister of Poland Jerzy Buzek, Professor Norman Davies, Professor Leszek Balcerowicz, Oscar winning film director Andrzej Wajda, world-famous journalist Ryszard Kapuściński, deliver introductory lectures. Apart from the rich academic program, the School organizes visits to Kraków’s finest museums, concert halls, and theaters, as well as field trips. The warm student community atmosphere of the School Program offers all participants a truly memorable and enlightening experience.
In 2000, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Poland awarded the School with a prestigious honorary diploma for outstanding achievements in promoting Polish culture abroad.
In 2002, 2005 and 2008 the European Commission granted the School the European Label Award for innovative initiatives in language teaching.
Permanent address:
Szkoła Języka i Kultury Polskiej UJ
ul. Garbarska 7a
31-131 Kraków
POLAND
tel.: +48(12) 421 3692
+48(12) 429 6427
fax: +48(12) 422 7701
Address July-August:
Szkoła Języka i Kultury Polskiej UJ
ul. Piastowska 47
30-067 Kraków
POLAND
reception tel.: +48(12) 622 3100
office tel.: +48(12) 622 3183
fax: +48(12) 622 3760
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