The educational objective of second-degree studies with a practical profile in the field of Computer Science is to prepare specialists possessing advanced knowledge and skills in the field of programming and creating computer games. Therefore, second-degree studies in the field of Computer Science offer two specializations: Programming and Creating computer games.

The curriculum, developed in cooperation with business representatives, is designed in a way that guarantees the education of comprehensively prepared specialists who will have competences enabling them to dynamically enter the labor market and take the position of leaders of task and management teams in domestic enterprises from the broadly understood IT sector.

Programming specialization. The programming specialization was created for students interested in both practical skills in software engineering as well as knowledge concerning theoretical basics of computer science, including algorithms supporting the programming process and mathematical basics of cryptography. Thanks to it, the graduate will gain experience in creating practical IT solutions based on modern languages and programming technologies. The specialization will also allow to deepen the knowledge of object-oriented programming, compiler design and principles of ensuring the security of computer systems. In addition, the graduate will acquire additional knowledge and skills in the field of functional programming, data mining, business application programming, cloud computing technology and methods of managing IT projects enabling teamwork. A graduate of the programming specialization will possess skills in the field of creating, developing and implementing IT systems, which will ensure a good position on the labour market.

A graduate of the programming specialization is a qualified:

• tester and programmer,
• software architect,
• back-end developer,
• specialist in the production, implementation, and development of modern software.

Creating computer games specialization. Computer games are currently one of the most recognizable Polish export goods. Although the title of the Polish gaming capital belongs to Katowice and it is there that numerous companies related to computer graphics and the computer games industry have their offices and branches, Częstochowa is the most important urban centre located in the northern subregion of the Silesian Voivodeship, which is dynamically developing and becoming a competitive counterweight to the offer of Katowice and the Upper Silesian Metropolis. Hence, the idea of providing graduates with the creating computer games specialization, which was created to teach practical skills and develop competences in the field of designing and programming computer games, including designing interfaces for games, ways of using and operating engines to simulate a specific scene, methods of modeling and animating 2D and 3D objects, designing 3D scenes that will be physically simulated, programming games for mobile devices, using artificial intelligence methods and algorithms in games. The curriculum focuses on the subjects related to computer and multimedia graphics, in particular: designing and programming graphics for the needs of games, proper sounding in games, designing augmented reality (AR) and programming virtual reality (VR). A graduate of this major is able to practically use the latest technologies in computer graphics and multimedia and quickly adapt to market requirements and needs.

We guarantee:

• Practical profile of the classes (laboratory and exercise classes).
• Extensive contacts with potential employers, including in the field of internships and apprenticeships - we provide 3-month internships.
• Staff with high teaching qualifications, practical and significant scientific achievements.
• A modern and constantly developed teaching base.
• Laboratory classes that take place in modern laboratories in small groups - max. 12 people.
• Access to the well-equipped University Library, Internet databases and the faculty's computer lab.
• Possibility of part of studies at partner universities under the Erasmus+ program.
• Scholarships and accommodation at the Student House.
• Development of interests through activity in the Scientific Association of Students of the the Faculty of Science and Technology.
• Nice and friendly atmosphere conducive to studying, based on direct contact between the student and the lecturer.

RECRUITMENT OF FOREIGNERS FOR SECOND-CYCLE STUDIES IN ENGLISH

Documents required upon application

When registering, a foreign candidate for second-cycle studies:

• fills in a personal questionnaire form,
• uploads a scan of their higher education diploma and a scan of the document certifying the results of his/her studies (supplement, list of grades, subjects) together with its translation into Polish made by a sworn translator and with an apostille or legalized translation into Polish made by a sworn translator
• provides an electronic photo in .jpg format (photo compliant with the requirements for issuing personal identification documents),
• submits a scanned document confirming their English language proficiency at a minimum B2 level (Education tab - Certificates and other documents required for enrollment).

If the candidate does not possess a language proficiency document in the language of instruction, they may request a language proficiency verification. To do so, the candidate must submit the application by the deadline of - 16.09.2024. The application should be filled out, signed, scanned, and then sent through the IRK system using the Help tab. The subject of the message should be: "Application for language proficiency verification" - Application to download

•  specifies the foreigner status in Poland and provides a scanned copy of the relevant document (e.g., valid Polish Card, supplementary protection status - UKR, permanent residence permit) (Foreign Candidate tab),
• enrols in the chosen undergraduate program by submitting their recruitment application (Recruitment Applications tab),
• makes the required recruitment payment to an individual account within the specified deadline according to the recruitment schedule,

• Power of attorney for deliveries –  Document to be downloaded under Recruitment applications - ‘Documents and next steps’

According to Article 40 § 4 of the Administrative Procedure Code of 14 June 1960, "A party who does not have a place of residence or habitual residence or a registered office in the Republic of Poland, another European Union Member State, the Swiss Confederation, or a European Free Trade Association (EFTA) state - a party to the agreement on the European Economic Area, if they have not appointed a representative for conducting the case residing in the Republic of Poland and are not acting through a consul of the Republic of Poland, is obliged to indicate a representative for deliveries in the Republic of Poland."

• Insurance: All foreign students must have valid insurance for at least the first year of study in Poland, covering medical expenses up to EUR 30,000. The insurance policy, agreement, or certificate from the National Health Fund or European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) serves as proof of insurance.

Attention!!!

After successful registration for studies, foreign candidates should upload the completed and signed documents via the IRK system using the "Additional Information" form:

• Personal questionnaire form
• Power of attorney for deliveries

 Documents to download under Recruitment applications - ‘Documents and next steps’.

Important information for candidates

Document translations:

All documents prepared in a language other than Polish should be translated into Polish by

• A sworn translator of Polish (the list of sworn translators from the Polish Ministry of Justice is available at LINK);
  
• A sworn translator from the EU (if there is an institution of sworn translators in the respective country);
• An RP consul competent for the country where the document was issued, or within whose legal system it operates;
• An accredited diplomatic representation or consular office of the country where the document was issued.

The translation can be done by a translation agency, but it must be certified by a Polish diplomatic mission or a sworn translator. Translations certified by a notary are not accepted.

Tuition fees

According to the Rector's Order, the tuition fee for foreigners studying in full-time programs in the English language is PLN 6600 per academic year, payable in two instalments.

Accommodation

Foreign students who submit an application can be provided with accommodation in the "SKRZAT" Student House - www.skrzat.ujd.edu.pl. The monthly fee is PLN 490 per person for a double room, as specified in the Rector's Order at Jan Długosz University in Częstochowa.