The University of Wroclaw, one of Poland’s premier academic institutions, offers a wide range of programs across 12 faculties, including natural sciences, humanities, social sciences, and law. Located in the vibrant city of Wroclaw, it fosters a dynamic environment for students from around the globe. Renowned for academic excellence and cutting-edge research, the university boasts modern facilities, world-class faculty, and strong international partnerships. With a legacy of Nobel laureates and significant contributions to science and culture, it offers an inspiring academic experience in a culturally rich city.
A Rich History
The University of Wroclaw has a rich history spanning over three centuries. Founded by Leopold I Habsburg, it evolved from a modest school run by Jesuits into one of the biggest academic institutions in Poland.
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University Facts
University Facts
The University of Wrocław offers a diverse and dynamic academic environment spread across five campuses, each with its own unique character. While most are located in the vibrant heart of the city, a few extend slightly beyond, offering quieter surroundings without compromising accessibility.
Located near Wrocław’s historic market square, the Leopoldinum Campus is the university’s oldest and most iconic site. Steeped in tradition, it hosts the Faculties of Law, Administration and Economics, Earth Sciences and Environmental Management, and Historical and Pedagogical Sciences. It is also home to the School of Polish Language, making it a key hub for international students.
Just across the river from the Leopoldinum Campus, the Max Born Campus offers a modern academic setting for students of the Faculty of Physics and Astronomy and the Institute of Geological Sciences. Its central location ensures easy access to both the city’s cultural landmarks and university facilities.
Situated near the famous Grunwaldzki Bridge, this contemporary campus is a centre for innovation and research. It houses programmes in Biotechnology, Chemistry, Communication Management, and Journalism. The Grunwaldzki Campus also features the University Library - one of the most comprehensive academic libraries in the region - and is conveniently close to student dormitories.
Located slightly outside the city centre and easily reachable by public transport, the Koszarowa Campus is a green, spacious area dedicated to the Faculties of Social Sciences and Biological Sciences. It also includes the University Sports Centre, where students can take part in physical education classes, fitness programmes, and recreational activities.
The Dawida Campus, the most compact of the five, is situated near Wrocław’s Main Railway Station. It houses the Institute of Pedagogy and Psychology and offers a calm, well-connected environment for focused academic work.
On the Global Radar
Jennifer Dorman (USA)MA Empirical and Theoretical Linguistics |
I had researched linguistics programs at universities throughout Europe and, when I read about the ETHEL program (Empirical and Theoretical Linguistics) at the University of Wrocław, I knew that I had found a program that would provide the balance of linguistic theory and experimental innovation for which I had been searching. I started the ETHEL program with only superficial theoretical and practical background knowledge in the science of linguistics. The program is designed, however, to provide participants with a comprehensive foundation in all the core sub-disciplines within the field of linguistics. The modular structure scaffolded knowledge and skills in such a way as to allow me to begin to refine the direction of my personal research goals as early as the second semester, with full specialization by the third semester. The professors in the ETHEL program are extremely knowledgeable and highly supportive. They are responsive to the needs and interests of the students and often designed learning experiences based on topics that we were researching or planning to investigate. As part of the modular structure, I was able to study under leading linguists from around the world, some of whom visited the university to offer exclusive seminars and courses as part of the ETHEL program. I was also able to participate in the regular seminars and research discussions coordinated by the Center for Experimental Research on Natural Language at the University of Wrocław. Putting theory into hands-on practice is a core component of the ETHEL program. To that end, I was engaged in creating and implementing psycholinguistic experiments, including in the EEG and eye-tracking laboratories, and also assisted in the publication of an issue of Generative Linguistics in Wrocław (GLiW). I’ll leave the ETHEL program deeply enriched in both knowledge and experience. I’d highly recommend the ETHEL program to any student with an interest in linguistics and science who is seeking a challenge in a nurturing and inspiring environment.
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