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Page 1: A Warm Welcome · 2020-04-27 · Agency Manager Director ofAdministra-tionalOrgani-zations Owner ofTourism Business Headof Tourist Centres Manager inHotels &Eatieries Manager inHoliday
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doc. Henryk StefanekThe President

Vincent Pol University in Lublin

A Warm WelcomeFor a young person, choosing a university that serves their needs the bestis a momentous and difficult decision that influences their futureprofessional life. Which types of studies are worth pursing in thecontemporary world?

Offering a number of modern and sought-after programmes Vincent PolUniversity is definitely one of the universities that provide the studentswith all the options that they need to achieve the most comprehensive andpractical education possible. Our graduates are held in high-esteem byemployers not only in Poland but in other countries all over the world aswell.

As our students and graduates come from four continentsand 45 different countries it is possible to state that, inrelatively short period of time, Vincent Pol University hasbecome a truly international institution with vibrant andmulticultural atmosphere.

Let me encourage you to consider choosing VPU as thebest choice for your further education and I hope towelcome you as our students in the coming academic year.

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5reasons

to study in Poland

1. Internationally recognized degrees2. High quality3. Low prices4. Safety

5. Modernity

Population:

Capital:

Official language:

Government:

Currency:

Exchange rates:

Main religion:

Climate:

38,5 mln

Warsaw

Polish

republic

złoty (PLN)

1 € ≈ 4,20 PLN

Catholicism (87,6%)

moderate continental

4 seasons

the United Nations (UN). Poland’s education market hasbeen dynamically developing in the last twelve yearsand is, currently, one of the most attractive destinationsfor students from all over the world.

Poland is situated in central Europe. Our country linksthe East with the West not only geographically but alsoculturally. Poland is a member of the European Union(EU), the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) andthe United Nations (UN).

Welcome to Poland!

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5reasons

to study in Poland

1. Internationally recognized degrees2. High quality3. Low prices4. Safety

5. Modernity

Population:

Capital:

Official language:

Government:

Currency:

Exchange rates:

Main religion:

Climate:

38,5 mln

Warsaw

Polish

republic

złoty (PLN)

1 € ≈ 4,20 PLN

Catholicism (87,6%)

moderate continental

4 seasons

the United Nations (UN). Poland’s education market hasbeen dynamically developing in the last twelve yearsand is, currently, one of the most attractive destinationsfor students from all over the world.

Poland is situated in central Europe. Our country linksthe East with the West not only geographically but alsoculturally. Poland is a member of the European Union(EU), the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) andthe United Nations (UN).

Welcome to Poland!

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Lublin's 700-year-long history abounds in events thatchanged Poland and Europe. Its historical heritage, itsRenaissance tradition, and its mosaic of nations, culturesand religions have all contributed to the uniqueatmosphere that continues to pervade the city.

Lublin is the largest Polish city east of the Vistula Riverand located approximately 170 kilometers (106 miles) tothe southeast of Warsaw by road or train. It is the City ofInspiration for young and active people with its 70,000-strong student community, including over 5500 foreignstudents.

About Lublin

All parts of the city are easily accessiblethanks to convenient transport links. Busservices and city bikes are available 24/7. Themain bus and train stations, and nearbyLublin Airport allow you to reach major Polishand European destinations.

TransportationLublin is the cultural capital of EasternPoland, known for amazing events takingplace throughout the whole year. Mostfamous are Carnival (Circus Artists Festival),Students’ Culture Days, Festival of Colours,Night of Culture, and Jagiellonian Fair.

Culture

The 700 years of history are very muchpresent here in old houses and streets.Lublin’s Old Town is one of the best preser-ved in Poland, and Lublin Castle, MajdanekState Museum and Cracow Gate are the mostpopular and impressive tourist attractions.

Tourism

Very high safety level makes Lublin a secureand friendly place for international students.Collision, road accident, and crime statisticshave remained low for years. In case of emer-gency you can always dial 112 and contact themunicipal services.

Safety

Lublin provides a variety of options to shop,from big and modern shopping malls, such asLublin Plaza, Atrium Felicity, Tarasy Zam-kowe, IKEA, to medium-size economic storesand small local groceries with eco goods.

Shopping

Aqua Lublin, Zemborzycki Lake or LublinArena stadium offer a wide range of opportu-nities for active students. Enthusiasts ofteam sports, gym and fitness, running,kayaking or even skiing and ice-skating willalso find something for themselves.

Sports & leisureAccommodation:

Public transport:

Mobile & Internet:

Food: a cafeteria lunch:

a loaf of bread:

a 1.5 liter bottle of water:

a liter of milk:

a 0.5 liter Coke:

a hamburger:

a cup of coffee:

2 - 4 €0,6 €0,6 €0,8 €0,8 €1 - 3 €1 - 3 €

100 - 500 € / month

15 - 20 € / month

20 - 30 € / month

Costs of living

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Lublin's 700-year-long history abounds in events thatchanged Poland and Europe. Its historical heritage, itsRenaissance tradition, and its mosaic of nations, culturesand religions have all contributed to the uniqueatmosphere that continues to pervade the city.

Lublin is the largest Polish city east of the Vistula Riverand located approximately 170 kilometers (106 miles) tothe southeast of Warsaw by road or train. It is the City ofInspiration for young and active people with its 70,000-strong student community, including over 5500 foreignstudents.

About Lublin

All parts of the city are easily accessiblethanks to convenient transport links. Busservices and city bikes are available 24/7. Themain bus and train stations, and nearbyLublin Airport allow you to reach major Polishand European destinations.

TransportationLublin is the cultural capital of EasternPoland, known for amazing events takingplace throughout the whole year. Mostfamous are Carnival (Circus Artists Festival),Students’ Culture Days, Festival of Colours,Night of Culture, and Jagiellonian Fair.

Culture

The 700 years of history are very muchpresent here in old houses and streets.Lublin’s Old Town is one of the best preser-ved in Poland, and Lublin Castle, MajdanekState Museum and Cracow Gate are the mostpopular and impressive tourist attractions.

Tourism

Very high safety level makes Lublin a secureand friendly place for international students.Collision, road accident, and crime statisticshave remained low for years. In case of emer-gency you can always dial 112 and contact themunicipal services.

Safety

Lublin provides a variety of options to shop,from big and modern shopping malls, such asLublin Plaza, Atrium Felicity, Tarasy Zam-kowe, IKEA, to medium-size economic storesand small local groceries with eco goods.

Shopping

Aqua Lublin, Zemborzycki Lake or LublinArena stadium offer a wide range of opportu-nities for active students. Enthusiasts ofteam sports, gym and fitness, running,kayaking or even skiing and ice-skating willalso find something for themselves.

Sports & leisureAccommodation:

Public transport:

Mobile & Internet:

Food: a cafeteria lunch:

a loaf of bread:

a 1.5 liter bottle of water:

a liter of milk:

a 0.5 liter Coke:

a hamburger:

a cup of coffee:

2 - 4 €0,6 €0,6 €0,8 €0,8 €1 - 3 €1 - 3 €

100 - 500 € / month

15 - 20 € / month

20 - 30 € / month

Costs of living

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Long-cycle studies / Master of Science

5 years 10 semesters 300 ECTS

Physiotherapy

ClinicalPhysiotherapist

PersonalTrainer

SportPhysiotherapistin Sport Clubs

Spa& Wellness

Professional

Masseurin Health& Beauty

Clinics

Physiotherapy is a medical profession providinghealthcare services with respect to restoring andmaintaining proper body functionality and mobility.In many settings, physical therapy is combined withother medical services, aimed at prevention andtreatment of illnesses.

Our 5-year MSc Physiotherapy programme has beendeveloped with full reference to recent changes in healthservice provisions in EU and within education standardsand directives of the World Confederation for PhysicalTherapy (WCPT). The future physiotherapists are taughtby experienced health care professionals who arecommitted to ensuring that students will develop theknowledge,

knowledge, skills, attitudes and values which they willthen use to identify patient problems, set treatmentgoals, select and safely apply appropriate evidence-based physiotherapy treatment so that patients reachtheir maximum potential.Our Physiotherapy programme provides an innovative,student-centered and employability-focused curricu-lum. Students gain the knowledge of the most up-to-date forms of manual therapy (Kinesiotaping), neuro-developmental techniques (PNF, NDT-Bobath), physicalmedicine, functional diagnosis and rehabilitationprogramming. Graduates are prepared for work inscientific research institutions, and are eligible to applyfor a professional specialty in physiotherapy as well asPhD studies.

Placement Careers

1450 hours of practical training

Public hospitals in Lublin

Academic Physiotherapy Centre (see p. 32)

Special education centres and preschools

Fitness and sports centres

Private physiotherapy practice

Centres for the disabled

Internships abroad: UK, Ireland, Greece,

Portugal, Spain, Germany

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Long-cycle studies / Master of Science

5 years 10 semesters 300 ECTS

Physiotherapy

ClinicalPhysiotherapist

PersonalTrainer

SportPhysiotherapistin Sport Clubs

Spa& Wellness

Professional

Masseurin Health& Beauty

Clinics

Physiotherapy is a medical profession providinghealthcare services with respect to restoring andmaintaining proper body functionality and mobility.In many settings, physical therapy is combined withother medical services, aimed at prevention andtreatment of illnesses.

Our 5-year MSc Physiotherapy programme has beendeveloped with full reference to recent changes in healthservice provisions in EU and within education standardsand directives of the World Confederation for PhysicalTherapy (WCPT). The future physiotherapists are taughtby experienced health care professionals who arecommitted to ensuring that students will develop theknowledge,

knowledge, skills, attitudes and values which they willthen use to identify patient problems, set treatmentgoals, select and safely apply appropriate evidence-based physiotherapy treatment so that patients reachtheir maximum potential.Our Physiotherapy programme provides an innovative,student-centered and employability-focused curricu-lum. Students gain the knowledge of the most up-to-date forms of manual therapy (Kinesiotaping), neuro-developmental techniques (PNF, NDT-Bobath), physicalmedicine, functional diagnosis and rehabilitationprogramming. Graduates are prepared for work inscientific research institutions, and are eligible to applyfor a professional specialty in physiotherapy as well asPhD studies.

Placement Careers

1450 hours of practical training

Public hospitals in Lublin

Academic Physiotherapy Centre (see p. 32)

Special education centres and preschools

Fitness and sports centres

Private physiotherapy practice

Centres for the disabled

Internships abroad: UK, Ireland, Greece,

Portugal, Spain, Germany

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Second-cycle studies / Master of Science

2 years 4 semesters 120 ECTS

Physiotherapy

ClinicalPhysiotherapist

ScientificResearch

Institutions

SportPhysiotherapistin Sport Clubs

Spa& Wellness

Professional

Masseurin Health& Beauty

Clinics

The main goal of our MSc Physiotherapyprogramme is to enable graduates of bachelor’sdegree in Physiotherapy to continue their studiesand develop their knowledge and skills.

Our 2-year MSc Physiotherapy programme developsthe ability to use high-level clinical reasoning skills toassess, diagnose and treat people with movementproblems caused by a wide variety of joint, muscle, nerveand metabolic disorders. Students will gain in-depthknowledge and advanced skills, necessary to criticallyevaluate and contribute to research in preferred area ofclinical specialty. Students also gain the abilities ofplanning

planning and controlling the effectiveness of a medicalrehabilitation process. Acquiring these abilities is possi-ble thanks to an extensive schedule of theoretical andpractical classes within special methods used in physio-therapy, neurodevelopmental techniques (PNF, NDT-Bobath), physical medicine and functional diagnosis andrehabilitation programming.Graduates are prepared for work in scientific researchinstitutions, state administrative and municipal centresand are eligible to apply for a professional specialty inphysiotherapy a well as PhD studies. Apart from thecompulsory study programme, students have theopportunity to attend voluntary certified courses.

Placement Careers

600 hours of practical training

Public hospitals in Lublin

Academic Physiotherapy Centre (see p. 32)

Special education centres and preschools

Fitness and sports centres

Private physiotherapy practice

Centres for the disabled

Internships abroad: UK, Ireland, Greece,

Portugal, Spain, Germany

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Second-cycle studies / Master of Science

2 years 4 semesters 120 ECTS

Physiotherapy

ClinicalPhysiotherapist

ScientificResearch

Institutions

SportPhysiotherapistin Sport Clubs

Spa& Wellness

Professional

Masseurin Health& Beauty

Clinics

The main goal of our MSc Physiotherapyprogramme is to enable graduates of bachelor’sdegree in Physiotherapy to continue their studiesand develop their knowledge and skills.

Our 2-year MSc Physiotherapy programme developsthe ability to use high-level clinical reasoning skills toassess, diagnose and treat people with movementproblems caused by a wide variety of joint, muscle, nerveand metabolic disorders. Students will gain in-depthknowledge and advanced skills, necessary to criticallyevaluate and contribute to research in preferred area ofclinical specialty. Students also gain the abilities ofplanning

planning and controlling the effectiveness of a medicalrehabilitation process. Acquiring these abilities is possi-ble thanks to an extensive schedule of theoretical andpractical classes within special methods used in physio-therapy, neurodevelopmental techniques (PNF, NDT-Bobath), physical medicine and functional diagnosis andrehabilitation programming.Graduates are prepared for work in scientific researchinstitutions, state administrative and municipal centresand are eligible to apply for a professional specialty inphysiotherapy a well as PhD studies. Apart from thecompulsory study programme, students have theopportunity to attend voluntary certified courses.

Placement Careers

600 hours of practical training

Public hospitals in Lublin

Academic Physiotherapy Centre (see p. 32)

Special education centres and preschools

Fitness and sports centres

Private physiotherapy practice

Centres for the disabled

Internships abroad: UK, Ireland, Greece,

Portugal, Spain, Germany

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ProfessionalBeautySalons

Fitnessand Leisure

Centres

Make-UpArtist

at PhotoStudios

Ownerof BeautyBusiness

CosmeticDepartmentsof Pharmacies

HealthyLifestyleEducator

First-cycle studies / Bachelor of Science

3 years 6 semesters 180 ECTS

Beauty Science Beauty Science is a knowledge of beauty caretechniques, which enable one to conduct beautytreatments and choose suitable cosmetics. Themain aim of Beauty Science studies is to educatehighly qualified, creative and socially responsiblebeauty therapists prepared for the professionalcareer, seeking personal and professional growththrough lifelong learning.

Our 3-year BSc Beauty Science programme includeslectures and classes taught in professional, well-equipped cosmetology labs, by experienced, highlyqualified and dedicated academic staff, professionalssuch as dermatologists, allergists or plastic surgeons.The

The future beauty therapists will be able to developtools and techniques to maintain a healthy facial andbody skin, eliminate skin and body defects, highlightattractive features of the face and shape the desiredimage, by employing the latest technologies in cosmeticprocedures.In response to evolving demands of the job market, ourBeauty Science programme involves not only medicalcourses like anatomy, physiology or genetics andbiology but also unique classes, such as thalassotherapy,podology or perfumery and a wide range of optionalcertified workshops. Students are also provided withscientific development opportunities thanks toparticipation in symposiums and conferences organizedby the University.

Placement Careers

360 hours of practical training

100+ beauty salons specializing in modern

beauty treatments

Internships abroad: UK, Ireland, Greece,

Portugal, Spain, Germany, Italy, Cyprus

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ProfessionalBeautySalons

Fitnessand Leisure

Centres

Make-UpArtist

at PhotoStudios

Ownerof BeautyBusiness

CosmeticDepartmentsof Pharmacies

HealthyLifestyleEducator

First-cycle studies / Bachelor of Science

3 years 6 semesters 180 ECTS

Beauty Science Beauty Science is a knowledge of beauty caretechniques, which enable one to conduct beautytreatments and choose suitable cosmetics. Themain aim of Beauty Science studies is to educatehighly qualified, creative and socially responsiblebeauty therapists prepared for the professionalcareer, seeking personal and professional growththrough lifelong learning.

Our 3-year BSc Beauty Science programme includeslectures and classes taught in professional, well-equipped cosmetology labs, by experienced, highlyqualified and dedicated academic staff, professionalssuch as dermatologists, allergists or plastic surgeons.The

The future beauty therapists will be able to developtools and techniques to maintain a healthy facial andbody skin, eliminate skin and body defects, highlightattractive features of the face and shape the desiredimage, by employing the latest technologies in cosmeticprocedures.In response to evolving demands of the job market, ourBeauty Science programme involves not only medicalcourses like anatomy, physiology or genetics andbiology but also unique classes, such as thalassotherapy,podology or perfumery and a wide range of optionalcertified workshops. Students are also provided withscientific development opportunities thanks toparticipation in symposiums and conferences organizedby the University.

Placement Careers

360 hours of practical training

100+ beauty salons specializing in modern

beauty treatments

Internships abroad: UK, Ireland, Greece,

Portugal, Spain, Germany, Italy, Cyprus

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Second-cycle studies / Master of Arts

2 years 4 semesters 120 ECTS

International Tourism The main goal of our MA International Tourism is toenable graduates of bachelor’s degree in Tourismand Hospitality Management to continue theirstudies and develop their skills and knowledge ofsocial environment, history, culture, law,economics, management, finances, and statistics.This allows students to specialise in their chosenareas of interest.

Our 2-year MA International Tourism programmeenables the students to choose one of two interestingspecializations: Tourism and Hospitality Management orBusiness Management. They gain the abilities of solvingcommon

common problems that managers and other tourismprofessionals are likely to face in their work. Studentsalso develop academic, decision making and criticalevaluation skills. Apart from theoretical issues, there isalso a practical focus on the managerial and strategicissues in tourism, which belongs to the most rapidlydeveloping branches in the world economy.The International Tourism Programme includes classestaught by experienced and qualified teaching staff,including both academic teachers as well as tourism andhospitality professionals and experienced practitionersand managers. Graduates are prepared to work in stateand private-owned institutions and businesses of thehospitality and tourism sectors.

Placement Careers

TravelAgency

Manager

Directorof Administra-tional Organi-

zationsOwner

of TourismBusiness

Head ofTouristCentres

Managerin Hotels

& Eatieries

Managerin HolidayCentres

Leading local hotels in Lublin

International settings in Europe

Education and Recreation Centre

in Piotrawin (see p. 33)

Internships abroad: UK, Ireland, Greece,

Portugal, Spain, Germany, Italy

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Second-cycle studies / Master of Arts

2 years 4 semesters 120 ECTS

International Tourism The main goal of our MA International Tourism is toenable graduates of bachelor’s degree in Tourismand Hospitality Management to continue theirstudies and develop their skills and knowledge ofsocial environment, history, culture, law,economics, management, finances, and statistics.This allows students to specialise in their chosenareas of interest.

Our 2-year MA International Tourism programmeenables the students to choose one of two interestingspecializations: Tourism and Hospitality Management orBusiness Management. They gain the abilities of solvingcommon

common problems that managers and other tourismprofessionals are likely to face in their work. Studentsalso develop academic, decision making and criticalevaluation skills. Apart from theoretical issues, there isalso a practical focus on the managerial and strategicissues in tourism, which belongs to the most rapidlydeveloping branches in the world economy.The International Tourism Programme includes classestaught by experienced and qualified teaching staff,including both academic teachers as well as tourism andhospitality professionals and experienced practitionersand managers. Graduates are prepared to work in stateand private-owned institutions and businesses of thehospitality and tourism sectors.

Placement Careers

TravelAgency

Manager

Directorof Administra-tional Organi-

zationsOwner

of TourismBusiness

Head ofTouristCentres

Managerin Hotels

& Eatieries

Managerin HolidayCentres

Leading local hotels in Lublin

International settings in Europe

Education and Recreation Centre

in Piotrawin (see p. 33)

Internships abroad: UK, Ireland, Greece,

Portugal, Spain, Germany, Italy

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First-cycle studies / Bachelor of Science

3 years 6 semesters 180 ECTS

Sport Science Sport Science is a field of study examining thefunctioning of a human body under the influence ofexercise, training, and many other stimuli. It alsoemphasizes the ways of promoting health by meansof physical activity.

Our 3-year BSc Sport Science programme is a multi-disciplinary field of study, designed to provide a balan-ced understanding of both sport and exercise sciencesacross a range of sub-disciplines. It includes such areasas Physiology, Psychology, Anatomy and Biochemistry,uniquely merged with Individual and Team Sports,Dancing, Fitness and Health Training. The programmeeducates

educates highly qualified specialists endowed withbroad theoretical and practical knowledge concerningphysical education, sport and health promotion.Students gain considerable knowledge of traditional andunconventional training methods, physical and socialmeasures of influence on pupils, somatic and motoricdevelopment, health and fitness maintenance, planningand conducting the process of physical education, andcorrective and compensatory exercises. The graduatesare prepared to do didactic-educational work, promotehealth and physical activity, plan, carry out and evaluatephysical activity which serves health, recreation andbeauty.

Placement Careers

PhysicalEducation

SchoolTeacher

ProfessionalReferee

Instructorin FitnessCentres

Coachin SportClubs

FreelancePersonaland Sport

Trainer

270 hours of practical training

Summer Camp: swimming, lifesaving,

sailing, canoeing, biking and hiking

Winter Camp: skiing, snowboarding,

cross-country skiing

Primary and secondary schools

Fitness and sports centres, gym

Culture and education centres

Academic Sport Association (see p. 40)

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First-cycle studies / Bachelor of Science

3 years 6 semesters 180 ECTS

Sport Science Sport Science is a field of study examining thefunctioning of a human body under the influence ofexercise, training, and many other stimuli. It alsoemphasizes the ways of promoting health by meansof physical activity.

Our 3-year BSc Sport Science programme is a multi-disciplinary field of study, designed to provide a balan-ced understanding of both sport and exercise sciencesacross a range of sub-disciplines. It includes such areasas Physiology, Psychology, Anatomy and Biochemistry,uniquely merged with Individual and Team Sports,Dancing, Fitness and Health Training. The programmeeducates

educates highly qualified specialists endowed withbroad theoretical and practical knowledge concerningphysical education, sport and health promotion.Students gain considerable knowledge of traditional andunconventional training methods, physical and socialmeasures of influence on pupils, somatic and motoricdevelopment, health and fitness maintenance, planningand conducting the process of physical education, andcorrective and compensatory exercises. The graduatesare prepared to do didactic-educational work, promotehealth and physical activity, plan, carry out and evaluatephysical activity which serves health, recreation andbeauty.

Placement Careers

PhysicalEducation

SchoolTeacher

ProfessionalReferee

Instructorin FitnessCentres

Coachin SportClubs

FreelancePersonaland Sport

Trainer

270 hours of practical training

Summer Camp: swimming, lifesaving,

sailing, canoeing, biking and hiking

Winter Camp: skiing, snowboarding,

cross-country skiing

Primary and secondary schools

Fitness and sports centres, gym

Culture and education centres

Academic Sport Association (see p. 40)

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First-cycle studies / Bachelor of Science

3 years 6 semesters 180 ECTS

International Business Management

Global ScaleInternational

Business

Start-UpManagement

InternationalCorporate

Bodies

Real Estate

Local ScaleBusiness

RetailIndustries

International Business Management is the art ofprofessional functioning in a complex and competi-tive international environment. The growth ofworld trade and technological progress as well asglobal capital flow across national boundaries addto the competitive pressures on companies. Theprogramme prepares students to understand andface those challenges.

Our 3-year full-time BSc Business Managementprogramme is aimed at educating and training interna-tional business professionals working successfully in anycountry or culture and combining one’s knowledge ofbusiness processes with interpersonal relations withpartners

partners from diverse cultures. The hands-on and case-based teaching approach provides each graduate with acomprehensive knowledge of business and economics,including the fields of marketing, sales, finance, quality,and management.The Business Management Programme includes classesand lectures taught by experienced and highly qualifiedteaching staff, including both respected academicteachers as well as professional trainers and experiencedbusiness practitioners and managers. Students areeducated and trained both by attending theoreticalclasses and by participating in practical training events,group projects integrating different management skills,case studies, and business simulation activities.

Placement Careers

320 hours of practical training

Successful and innovative companies

Real-life business challenges

Supervision of highly-qualified

business practitioners

First contacts in the professional

world of business

Business Incubator

- start your

business

under our

guidance (p. 43)22 23

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First-cycle studies / Bachelor of Science

3 years 6 semesters 180 ECTS

International Business Management

Global ScaleInternational

Business

Start-UpManagement

InternationalCorporate

Bodies

Real Estate

Local ScaleBusiness

RetailIndustries

International Business Management is the art ofprofessional functioning in a complex and competi-tive international environment. The growth ofworld trade and technological progress as well asglobal capital flow across national boundaries addto the competitive pressures on companies. Theprogramme prepares students to understand andface those challenges.

Our 3-year full-time BSc Business Managementprogramme is aimed at educating and training interna-tional business professionals working successfully in anycountry or culture and combining one’s knowledge ofbusiness processes with interpersonal relations withpartners

partners from diverse cultures. The hands-on and case-based teaching approach provides each graduate with acomprehensive knowledge of business and economics,including the fields of marketing, sales, finance, quality,and management.The Business Management Programme includes classesand lectures taught by experienced and highly qualifiedteaching staff, including both respected academicteachers as well as professional trainers and experiencedbusiness practitioners and managers. Students areeducated and trained both by attending theoreticalclasses and by participating in practical training events,group projects integrating different management skills,case studies, and business simulation activities.

Placement Careers

320 hours of practical training

Successful and innovative companies

Real-life business challenges

Supervision of highly-qualified

business practitioners

First contacts in the professional

world of business

Business Incubator

- start your

business

under our

guidance (p. 43)22 23

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First-cycle studies / Bachelor of Arts

3 years 6 semesters 180 ECTS

English Philology English philology is a discipline devoted to historyand culture of English-speaking countries. Inten-sive development of language skills is combi-nedwith engaging studies in the fields of literature,linguistics, history and media.

Our 3-year BA English Philology programme isaimed at students who apart from learning the Englishlanguage are also interested in everything that isconnected with English-speaking culture and lifestyle,for example theatre, poetry, but also films, TV series andpress. Therefore, the studies should on no account betreated as an intensive language course. The improve-ment

ment of language skills is very often an aftermath ofparticipation in challenging classes on variety of topicsranging from classical and modern British and Americanliterature to various approaches to language, culture andmedia studies.The main aim of our English philology Bachelorprogramme is to prepare students to function in allkinds of English-speaking environments by providingthem both linguistic and non-linguistic skills. The formerinclude the ability to use correct British or Americanvariety of English in speaking and writing, whereas thelatter comprises public speaking, preparing and givingpresentations, collecting and processing informationand teamwork.

Placement Careers

Translators

Managersin International

Companies

Newspaper& Magazine

Editors

Primary& Secondary

SchoolTeachers

InternationalAdministrators

160 hours of practical training

Primary and secondary schools

Translation offices

Publishing houses

PR companies

International business

companies

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First-cycle studies / Bachelor of Arts

3 years 6 semesters 180 ECTS

English Philology English philology is a discipline devoted to historyand culture of English-speaking countries. Inten-sive development of language skills is combi-nedwith engaging studies in the fields of literature,linguistics, history and media.

Our 3-year BA English Philology programme isaimed at students who apart from learning the Englishlanguage are also interested in everything that isconnected with English-speaking culture and lifestyle,for example theatre, poetry, but also films, TV series andpress. Therefore, the studies should on no account betreated as an intensive language course. The improve-ment

ment of language skills is very often an aftermath ofparticipation in challenging classes on variety of topicsranging from classical and modern British and Americanliterature to various approaches to language, culture andmedia studies.The main aim of our English philology Bachelorprogramme is to prepare students to function in allkinds of English-speaking environments by providingthem both linguistic and non-linguistic skills. The formerinclude the ability to use correct British or Americanvariety of English in speaking and writing, whereas thelatter comprises public speaking, preparing and givingpresentations, collecting and processing informationand teamwork.

Placement Careers

Translators

Managersin International

Companies

Newspaper& Magazine

Editors

Primary& Secondary

SchoolTeachers

InternationalAdministrators

160 hours of practical training

Primary and secondary schools

Translation offices

Publishing houses

PR companies

International business

companies

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1 year 2 semesters 600 hours

English Language Preparatory Course

Why should you choose ELPC?

international environment(VPU has students and graduates from 45 countries)

opportunity for becoming a member of a VPU unionand participating in the life of the university

opportunity to develop your language skills withnative speakers

access to university library with a large number of Englishcoursebooks, CDs and dictionaries

course-completion certificate

possibility of taking a certificate exam (IELTS) in oneof the centres in Lublin

additional Polish classes

attractive prices & lots of satisfied students

If you are thinking about studying abroad, but you arenot sure if your language skills are sufficient, or you donot have the required language certificate, you shouldconsider signing up for the English Language Prepara-tory Course. VPU offers a course, which is perfectpreparation for non-native English speaking studentswho wish to study a degree at the university, or who areserious about improving their level of English.

Open to all students whose first language is not English,the course provides you with comprehensive generaland academic learning in all relevant areas of Englishlanguage – giving you the opportunity to practice yourreading, writing, listening, and speaking skills with yourtutor and your fellow students.

You will have the opportunity to increase yourknowledge of English grammar and vocabulary anddevelop your academic skills, in order to meet yourrequired level of English.

The course ends with a final language exam (level B2).The exam will be recognised as a proof of Englishlanguage competence required for admissions at VPU.

Course description

Course start dates:October & March

a 600-hour course (classes 5 days a week)

Practice in all language skills

(listening, speaking, reading and writing)

Qualified and experienced teachers

Classes taught by various teachers using

different methods and teaching techinques

Focus on specific exam tasks (IELTS)

Free mock exams

Using multimedia in the classroom

Free coursebook and materials

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1 year 2 semesters 600 hours

English Language Preparatory Course

Why should you choose ELPC?

international environment(VPU has students and graduates from 45 countries)

opportunity for becoming a member of a VPU unionand participating in the life of the university

opportunity to develop your language skills withnative speakers

access to university library with a large number of Englishcoursebooks, CDs and dictionaries

course-completion certificate

possibility of taking a certificate exam (IELTS) in oneof the centres in Lublin

additional Polish classes

attractive prices & lots of satisfied students

If you are thinking about studying abroad, but you arenot sure if your language skills are sufficient, or you donot have the required language certificate, you shouldconsider signing up for the English Language Prepara-tory Course. VPU offers a course, which is perfectpreparation for non-native English speaking studentswho wish to study a degree at the university, or who areserious about improving their level of English.

Open to all students whose first language is not English,the course provides you with comprehensive generaland academic learning in all relevant areas of Englishlanguage – giving you the opportunity to practice yourreading, writing, listening, and speaking skills with yourtutor and your fellow students.

You will have the opportunity to increase yourknowledge of English grammar and vocabulary anddevelop your academic skills, in order to meet yourrequired level of English.

The course ends with a final language exam (level B2).The exam will be recognised as a proof of Englishlanguage competence required for admissions at VPU.

Course description

Course start dates:October & March

a 600-hour course (classes 5 days a week)

Practice in all language skills

(listening, speaking, reading and writing)

Qualified and experienced teachers

Classes taught by various teachers using

different methods and teaching techinques

Focus on specific exam tasks (IELTS)

Free mock exams

Using multimedia in the classroom

Free coursebook and materials

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I love studying at VPU and I am planning to get a degree in Sports Science. The Universityoffers affordable education for international students. I advise potential applicants to beready to face a new challenge in their life and be serious about their study.

Moustapha (Kuwait) - Sport Science

VPU has elevated my passion in my field, Beauty Science, with guidance conducted in afriendly atmosphere from helpful lecturers. I especially learned a lot from hands-on classes.All the people here, including international & Polish friends, have been warm and friendly.

Nur (Malaysia) - Beauty Science

VPU truly takes care of its students giving them every opportunity imaginable. In return, weare helping our University to become a leading college in the eastern Poland. Moreover, wemeet local Polish students, which is itself the most amazing experience.

Sai (India) - Tourism and Hospitality Management

I enjoy studying at VPU because of diversity of people. The range of activities conducted bythe University is highly entertaining like BBQs, going to restaurants, various festivals andconcerts where you can just enjoy time and meet new people.

Elizabeth (Ukraine) - Physiotherapy

I’m a Physiotherapy student at VPU, which is an awesome University as we are provided notonly with quality education, but also trained to be professionals. I highly recommendstudying here because of the endless opportunities it offers!

Nene (Zimbabwe) - Physiotherapy

VPU offers a chance to gain international experience with reasonable tution fees. Make sureto participate in students organizations like ISU as you will learn to create moreopportunities during your time in VPU.

Punam (Nepal) - International Tourism

I've chosen VPU because teachers over here have appropriate teaching techniques toenhance my learning. The University maintains and promotes a positive environment forstudents. The staff are very helpful and they're solving students' queries immediately.

Princhan (United Arab Emirates) - Beauty Science

As a first semester student of International Business Management at VPU, I could simplysay that I got the perfect start that I've ever wanted. The cooperative and friendly teachersand staff members have enabled me to secure a top GPA from the start.

Ibrahim (Pakistan) - International Business Management

Students' Opinions

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I love studying at VPU and I am planning to get a degree in Sports Science. The Universityoffers affordable education for international students. I advise potential applicants to beready to face a new challenge in their life and be serious about their study.

Moustapha (Kuwait) - Sport Science

VPU has elevated my passion in my field, Beauty Science, with guidance conducted in afriendly atmosphere from helpful lecturers. I especially learned a lot from hands-on classes.All the people here, including international & Polish friends, have been warm and friendly.

Nur (Malaysia) - Beauty Science

VPU truly takes care of its students giving them every opportunity imaginable. In return, weare helping our University to become a leading college in the eastern Poland. Moreover, wemeet local Polish students, which is itself the most amazing experience.

Sai (India) - Tourism and Hospitality Management

I enjoy studying at VPU because of diversity of people. The range of activities conducted bythe University is highly entertaining like BBQs, going to restaurants, various festivals andconcerts where you can just enjoy time and meet new people.

Elizabeth (Ukraine) - Physiotherapy

I’m a Physiotherapy student at VPU, which is an awesome University as we are provided notonly with quality education, but also trained to be professionals. I highly recommendstudying here because of the endless opportunities it offers!

Nene (Zimbabwe) - Physiotherapy

VPU offers a chance to gain international experience with reasonable tution fees. Make sureto participate in students organizations like ISU as you will learn to create moreopportunities during your time in VPU.

Punam (Nepal) - International Tourism

I've chosen VPU because teachers over here have appropriate teaching techniques toenhance my learning. The University maintains and promotes a positive environment forstudents. The staff are very helpful and they're solving students' queries immediately.

Princhan (United Arab Emirates) - Beauty Science

As a first semester student of International Business Management at VPU, I could simplysay that I got the perfect start that I've ever wanted. The cooperative and friendly teachersand staff members have enabled me to secure a top GPA from the start.

Ibrahim (Pakistan) - International Business Management

Students' Opinions

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For maximum comfort andsecurity, the rooms are equip-ped with air-conditioning andvideo surveillance. The effi-cient facility management andtechnology solutions ensurethat all the students haveaccess to innovative laborato-ries, a free Wi-Fi connection aswell as various leisure facilitiesthat VPU cooperates with.That includes recreation andleisure rooms, sports halls,fitness clubs and swimmingpools. If you are hungry, VPUinvites you to the studentcafeteria, which is a popularplace for social meetings, thatoffers good quality and afford-able meals and snacks.

Campus

VPU is located in a modernbuilding with special teachingrooms fully adapted to theneeds of the students fromdifferent courses. VPU is proudto own an exceptional lecturehall with a circular shape and acapacity of 200. The Campuscontains a number of modern-ly equipped classroms, labora-tories and studios for all typesof physiotherapy, cosmeto-logy, biomechanics, anatomy,massage, sports, tourism,hospitality, geography andcomputer classes. Moreover,the building is endowed with ahi-tech conference room thatallows to arrange fluent meet-ings with people all over theWorld.

Campus &Facilities

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For maximum comfort andsecurity, the rooms are equip-ped with air-conditioning andvideo surveillance. The effi-cient facility management andtechnology solutions ensurethat all the students haveaccess to innovative laborato-ries, a free Wi-Fi connection aswell as various leisure facilitiesthat VPU cooperates with.That includes recreation andleisure rooms, sports halls,fitness clubs and swimmingpools. If you are hungry, VPUinvites you to the studentcafeteria, which is a popularplace for social meetings, thatoffers good quality and afford-able meals and snacks.

Campus

VPU is located in a modernbuilding with special teachingrooms fully adapted to theneeds of the students fromdifferent courses. VPU is proudto own an exceptional lecturehall with a circular shape and acapacity of 200. The Campuscontains a number of modern-ly equipped classroms, labora-tories and studios for all typesof physiotherapy, cosmeto-logy, biomechanics, anatomy,massage, sports, tourism,hospitality, geography andcomputer classes. Moreover,the building is endowed with ahi-tech conference room thatallows to arrange fluent meet-ings with people all over theWorld.

Campus &Facilities

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AcademicPhysiotherapy Center

In 2010, VPU founded theAcademic Physiotherapy Centre,a modern clinic boasting invalu-able experience, which can beused not only by our physio-therapy students but also by thecitizens of Lublin. The centre hasthe most modern equipment fora full body diagnostics andrehabilitation and is contractedwith the Polish National HealthSystem. Due to the invaluableexperience gained from practicalsessions attended by futurephysiotherapists, it is also aplace where students do theirclinical practice and wherescientific research is conducted.

Education andRecreation Centerin Piotrawin

VPU students have the opportu-nity to study and rest in theEducation and Recreation Centerin Piotrawin. It is located next tothe Vistula River, about 60 kilo-meters from Lublin, and about 15kilometers from Kazimierz Dolny- in the area of a beautiful land-scape park, forest and waterrecreational environment. Thecenter can accommodate up to50 people in comfortable condi-tions and is perfectly adjustedfor organizing student’s work-shops, social activities, sportcompetitions, hiking, and evenfishing.

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AcademicPhysiotherapy Center

In 2010, VPU founded theAcademic Physiotherapy Centre,a modern clinic boasting invalu-able experience, which can beused not only by our physio-therapy students but also by thecitizens of Lublin. The centre hasthe most modern equipment fora full body diagnostics andrehabilitation and is contractedwith the Polish National HealthSystem. Due to the invaluableexperience gained from practicalsessions attended by futurephysiotherapists, it is also aplace where students do theirclinical practice and wherescientific research is conducted.

Education andRecreation Centerin Piotrawin

VPU students have the opportu-nity to study and rest in theEducation and Recreation Centerin Piotrawin. It is located next tothe Vistula River, about 60 kilo-meters from Lublin, and about 15kilometers from Kazimierz Dolny- in the area of a beautiful land-scape park, forest and waterrecreational environment. Thecenter can accommodate up to50 people in comfortable condi-tions and is perfectly adjustedfor organizing student’s work-shops, social activities, sportcompetitions, hiking, and evenfishing.

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A fully furnished single apartment in Cube Stay & Study includes:

Accommodationsity. The housing facility was build in 2015 and isdesigned to cater for foreign students and individaultenants. The six-floor modern building contains 10apartments on each floor. Cube Stay & Study combinesindividual, stylish private flats (42m2 and 51m2) withtypical share-areas for students like library, fun zone,gym and fitness (1300m2), laundry, bar, garden andsummer roof (500m2).

Get in touch with us: [email protected]

the standard, location, lenght of stay and distance fromthe city centre. We offer free help and advice on allaspects of private-rented accommodation.

We know that where you live is very important to you.You want to settle down quickly and live in a secure,well-located, sociable and conductive study environ-ment. This is why VPU provides a guarantee ofaccommodation in a variety of residences that suite bothyour preferences and your budget.

The recommended option is Cube Stay & StudyApartments located just 500 meters from the Univer-sity

/CubeStayAndStudy

If you prefer private accommodation, there is anopportunity to rent a room (100-200 € per month) or aflat in different parts of the city. The prices depend onthe

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A fully furnished single apartment in Cube Stay & Study includes:

Accommodationsity. The housing facility was build in 2015 and isdesigned to cater for foreign students and individaultenants. The six-floor modern building contains 10apartments on each floor. Cube Stay & Study combinesindividual, stylish private flats (42m2 and 51m2) withtypical share-areas for students like library, fun zone,gym and fitness (1300m2), laundry, bar, garden andsummer roof (500m2).

Get in touch with us: [email protected]

the standard, location, lenght of stay and distance fromthe city centre. We offer free help and advice on allaspects of private-rented accommodation.

We know that where you live is very important to you.You want to settle down quickly and live in a secure,well-located, sociable and conductive study environ-ment. This is why VPU provides a guarantee ofaccommodation in a variety of residences that suite bothyour preferences and your budget.

The recommended option is Cube Stay & StudyApartments located just 500 meters from the Univer-sity

/CubeStayAndStudy

If you prefer private accommodation, there is anopportunity to rent a room (100-200 € per month) or aflat in different parts of the city. The prices depend onthe

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Research at VPU

reserve and renew books. To borrow from the library youwill need a valid electronic student ID.

Students also have access to the online libraries of ourpartner universities: MCSU Main Library, KUL Libraryand the District Pedagogical Library in Lublin. Moreover,our library has access to variety scientific databases, eg.Virtual Library of Science (wbn.icm.edu.pl). As a result,you can use the most prestigious and valuable scientificpublications world-wide: Elsevier, Scopus, Springer,Wiley, Web of Knowledge.

Get in touch with us: [email protected]

Library

The library of VPU is used by students, teachers, and theUniversity staff. At present, total collection amounts to22.000 volumes. It gathers materials related todisciplines of science represented in VPU as well assource materials (dictionaries, encyclopaedias, addressguides, biographies and others), special collections (oldprints, manuscripts, rare book manuscripts) andelectronic sources (databases, electronic magazines,audiovisual documents, microforms). We also subscribeto over 50 physical journals.

The library catalogue is available online for our studentsand staff at: www.makplus.pl. The system allows you toreserve

Starting from regional guides, albums and evenpostcards, through general publications on the nationallevel, finishing with international journals elaborated incooperation with health scientist all over the globe, VPUpublishig house is considered as a truly universalinstrument for a vivid academic developement.

Publishing house

VPU’s publishing house was established in 2004. Itsmain aim is to prepare and print scientific and popularscience texts – books, monographies, and journals –that result from our academic staff research enterprises.It also provides a variety of student coursebooks,manuals and provisory notes. The subject matter ofpublishing house outcome touch upon both local andglobal issues.

Academic journals

The Quarterly Archives of Physiotherapy and GlobalResearches is a periodical addressed to scientists,doctors, pharmacologists, chemists, psychologists andphysiotherapists involved in the process of treatingpatients including basic pre-clinical tests, diagnostictests, clinical tests and rehabilitation of movement,mental health as well as a healthy diet. The quarterlyaims at creating a platform where representatives of allthe sciences concerned with the treating process areable to exchange their knowledge, experience,achievements and discoveries.

The biannual journal Archives of Tourism, Hospitalityand Sport Science is an international, scholarly andrefereed periodical aiming to promote and furtherresearch in the fields of tourism, hospitality, recreationand physical education. The journal is addressed to bothmembers of the scholarly community dealing withtourism, hospitality, recreation and sport science, as wellas business practitioners and professionals.

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Research at VPU

reserve and renew books. To borrow from the library youwill need a valid electronic student ID.

Students also have access to the online libraries of ourpartner universities: MCSU Main Library, KUL Libraryand the District Pedagogical Library in Lublin. Moreover,our library has access to variety scientific databases, eg.Virtual Library of Science (wbn.icm.edu.pl). As a result,you can use the most prestigious and valuable scientificpublications world-wide: Elsevier, Scopus, Springer,Wiley, Web of Knowledge.

Get in touch with us: [email protected]

Library

The library of VPU is used by students, teachers, and theUniversity staff. At present, total collection amounts to22.000 volumes. It gathers materials related todisciplines of science represented in VPU as well assource materials (dictionaries, encyclopaedias, addressguides, biographies and others), special collections (oldprints, manuscripts, rare book manuscripts) andelectronic sources (databases, electronic magazines,audiovisual documents, microforms). We also subscribeto over 50 physical journals.

The library catalogue is available online for our studentsand staff at: www.makplus.pl. The system allows you toreserve

Starting from regional guides, albums and evenpostcards, through general publications on the nationallevel, finishing with international journals elaborated incooperation with health scientist all over the globe, VPUpublishig house is considered as a truly universalinstrument for a vivid academic developement.

Publishing house

VPU’s publishing house was established in 2004. Itsmain aim is to prepare and print scientific and popularscience texts – books, monographies, and journals –that result from our academic staff research enterprises.It also provides a variety of student coursebooks,manuals and provisory notes. The subject matter ofpublishing house outcome touch upon both local andglobal issues.

Academic journals

The Quarterly Archives of Physiotherapy and GlobalResearches is a periodical addressed to scientists,doctors, pharmacologists, chemists, psychologists andphysiotherapists involved in the process of treatingpatients including basic pre-clinical tests, diagnostictests, clinical tests and rehabilitation of movement,mental health as well as a healthy diet. The quarterlyaims at creating a platform where representatives of allthe sciences concerned with the treating process areable to exchange their knowledge, experience,achievements and discoveries.

The biannual journal Archives of Tourism, Hospitalityand Sport Science is an international, scholarly andrefereed periodical aiming to promote and furtherresearch in the fields of tourism, hospitality, recreationand physical education. The journal is addressed to bothmembers of the scholarly community dealing withtourism, hospitality, recreation and sport science, as wellas business practitioners and professionals.

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/isuvpuwssp

Students LifeThrough clubs and activities, leadership and service,students at the VPU grow as individuals, embracediversity and learn to engage in their communities. You’llfind a vast number of ways to enjoy yourself, keep busyand make friends on campus and in halls. It’s easy toimmerse yourself in exciting opportunities andexperiences both at the University and across the city.The cultural and enterntainment attractions of Lublinare never more than a short bus ride away.

At VPU, we believe that community starts with sharingcommon space and a common spirit. To ensure acomprehensive student experience, we are committedto providing limitless opportunities for students to makethe most of their time at the VPU by supporting theirintellectual, physical and emotional development. Weunderstand that student success is not solely defined byacademic achievement.

Every student has the right to become a member and toparticipate in the activities of the organization. ISUbelieves that no student can be privileged or prejudicedagainst for the reason of ascendency, gender, race,language, place of origin, nationality, religion, politicalconvictions or ideologies, economical situation, socialcondition, health disabilities and sexual orientation.

We are here to assist all students with the VPU campuslife experience.

Get in touch with us: [email protected]

International Student Union (ISU)

ISU is a non-denominational, value-neutral andpolitically independent organization representing theviews of over 3000 students. The main focus of theorganization is to improve the social, educational andcultural experience of all students by representingstudents at all university levels.

Get the most out of your time at VPU

share ideas, create and have fun with ISU

join a sport section at Academic Sport Association

find part-time or full-time job at Careers Office

start your first business with Business Incubator

spend a semestr abroad with Erasmus+

gain two diplomas during your studies with Program 2+1

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/isuvpuwssp

Students LifeThrough clubs and activities, leadership and service,students at the VPU grow as individuals, embracediversity and learn to engage in their communities. You’llfind a vast number of ways to enjoy yourself, keep busyand make friends on campus and in halls. It’s easy toimmerse yourself in exciting opportunities andexperiences both at the University and across the city.The cultural and enterntainment attractions of Lublinare never more than a short bus ride away.

At VPU, we believe that community starts with sharingcommon space and a common spirit. To ensure acomprehensive student experience, we are committedto providing limitless opportunities for students to makethe most of their time at the VPU by supporting theirintellectual, physical and emotional development. Weunderstand that student success is not solely defined byacademic achievement.

Every student has the right to become a member and toparticipate in the activities of the organization. ISUbelieves that no student can be privileged or prejudicedagainst for the reason of ascendency, gender, race,language, place of origin, nationality, religion, politicalconvictions or ideologies, economical situation, socialcondition, health disabilities and sexual orientation.

We are here to assist all students with the VPU campuslife experience.

Get in touch with us: [email protected]

International Student Union (ISU)

ISU is a non-denominational, value-neutral andpolitically independent organization representing theviews of over 3000 students. The main focus of theorganization is to improve the social, educational andcultural experience of all students by representingstudents at all university levels.

Get the most out of your time at VPU

share ideas, create and have fun with ISU

join a sport section at Academic Sport Association

find part-time or full-time job at Careers Office

start your first business with Business Incubator

spend a semestr abroad with Erasmus+

gain two diplomas during your studies with Program 2+1

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Academic Sport Associationthe organization can practice various kinds of sports asamateurs and as professionals. Our most eminent sec-tion is women’s handball team, that has succeeded inacademic championships at both national and Europeanlevels, winning multiple gold medals and awards. VPUhas also well developed sections of men's soccer, men'sand women's futsal, swimming, kick-boxing, and athle-tics.

Academic Sports Association is a mass students’ sportorganization, one of the biggest sports associations inPoland. Having more than a hundred years old history, ithas integrated generations of students centered aroundbroadly understood physical activity. Its main objectivesare development of physical education, promotion ofhealthy lifestyle and physical activities within theacademic community. At VPU, students associated withthe

Join our sections!

VPU Women Handball Team

4xEuropean UniversitiesHandball Champion

2xEuropean UniversitiesGames Gold Medal

4xPolish UniversitiesHandball Champion

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Academic Sport Associationthe organization can practice various kinds of sports asamateurs and as professionals. Our most eminent sec-tion is women’s handball team, that has succeeded inacademic championships at both national and Europeanlevels, winning multiple gold medals and awards. VPUhas also well developed sections of men's soccer, men'sand women's futsal, swimming, kick-boxing, and athle-tics.

Academic Sports Association is a mass students’ sportorganization, one of the biggest sports associations inPoland. Having more than a hundred years old history, ithas integrated generations of students centered aroundbroadly understood physical activity. Its main objectivesare development of physical education, promotion ofhealthy lifestyle and physical activities within theacademic community. At VPU, students associated withthe

Join our sections!

VPU Women Handball Team

4xEuropean UniversitiesHandball Champion

2xEuropean UniversitiesGames Gold Medal

4xPolish UniversitiesHandball Champion

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Careers ServicesCareers Office lists dozens of vacancies for volunteering,work experience, internships and graduate opportu-nities. Many students undertake short-term workplacements during their long vacations to try outdifferent careers and gain valuable skills and experience.It’s never too early to prepare for your next step.

VPU education provides a fantastic platform for thefuture. To ensure that you stand out in an ever morecompetitive graduate job market, the University’sCareers Office provides you with the opportunity toboost your CV, gain practical experience, meetemployers and find out about vacancies on offer.

The Business Incubator is a practical school ofentrepreneurship. The incubated start-up companiesoperate under the VPU umbrella and supervision,enjoying the support of the entire University’s staff andschool community. What is more, for studentscooperation with the Incubator is absolutely for free.

Business Incubator

The VPU Business Incubator is a new university unit,which concentrates on helping students to try and setup their own businesses and start their careers asentrepreneurs. Thanks to the Incubator, any VPUstudent can start their own company at no cost andwithout any fees or monthly social contributions. It isunnecessary to register one’s own business, either.

What can you gain?

meet employers

earn additional money

gain experience

develop practical skills

meet people and challengers

try various career paths

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Careers ServicesCareers Office lists dozens of vacancies for volunteering,work experience, internships and graduate opportu-nities. Many students undertake short-term workplacements during their long vacations to try outdifferent careers and gain valuable skills and experience.It’s never too early to prepare for your next step.

VPU education provides a fantastic platform for thefuture. To ensure that you stand out in an ever morecompetitive graduate job market, the University’sCareers Office provides you with the opportunity toboost your CV, gain practical experience, meetemployers and find out about vacancies on offer.

The Business Incubator is a practical school ofentrepreneurship. The incubated start-up companiesoperate under the VPU umbrella and supervision,enjoying the support of the entire University’s staff andschool community. What is more, for studentscooperation with the Incubator is absolutely for free.

Business Incubator

The VPU Business Incubator is a new university unit,which concentrates on helping students to try and setup their own businesses and start their careers asentrepreneurs. Thanks to the Incubator, any VPUstudent can start their own company at no cost andwithout any fees or monthly social contributions. It isunnecessary to register one’s own business, either.

What can you gain?

meet employers

earn additional money

gain experience

develop practical skills

meet people and challengers

try various career paths

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