Speciality:

• Theoretical philosophy

The accepted 1^st degree/bachelor study program in the field of Philosophy insures attaining comprehensive fundamental knowledge in the canons of Philosophy.

The program contains specialized philosophical knowledge, imbedded and correlated with general humanities knowledge gained through specialized subjects and electives which represent varying branches and disciplines of the liberal arts. This liberal arts education is supplemented with a component of social science appropriate to the content of the learning outcomes which relate to the latter range of learning. The gained humanities and social science knowledge enables graduates not only to orient themselves with philosophical issues, but also understand the comtemporary world, the evolving civilizational changes, and comprehensively grasp cultural events identifying within political, economic, artistic, moral and social layers.

The studies last for 6 semesters and result in 1^st level qualification for a bachelor of arts degree in Philosophy.

Realizing the learning outcomes anticipated for the bachelor student of Philosophy prepares the graduate for the presently difficult work marketplace. The graduate gains, besides education relating to history of Philosophy and traditional philosophical issues, basic knowledge in areas of social sciences and individual areas of culture (language, art, religion, politics and science), and skill and competence regarding social communication which enables professional activeness in various areas of community, curture and politics.

Finishing bachelor Philosophy studies delivers knowledge, social skill and competence essential for such intellectual activities such as the art of argumentation, conducting dialog, or shaping the basis of a world view. The graduate also gainsd the capacity of independent management of accumulated knowledge.

With the support of gained knowledge and skill, the Philosophy graduate is able to interpret philosophical ideas in their historical context and relate them to the current cultural condition. The graduate is able to correctly explore contemporary philosophical issuestaking advantage of subordinate field of Philosophy – history, logic, ontology, epistemology, ethics and esthetics. The graduate is oriented with philosophical tradition: is aware of the most important concepts, trends and opiions; is able to interpret basic issues relating same to selected specific issues. The graduate masters the base for interpreting philosophical text and has skill in understanding foreign texts; possesses basic methodologies for research work in Philosophy and work in professions requiring critical, interpretive and argumentative competence; is prepared to undertake second degree/master studies which can be continued at Jan Długosz University, or other qualified institutions.

The social competence of the Philosophy graduate is the focus for creative ability, critical thinking, and skillful formulation and expression of opinions. Gained knowledge about humanity and its socio-cultural surroundings enable the graduate to analyze the human condition based on morality, religion and world view. Knowledge and skill adopted from various scientific disciplines allows the graduate  to apply said attributes in specific interpersonal and social situations; is able to formulate appropriate argumentative strategies and organize convincing responses to criticism; possesses knowledge of the premises of axiological constitutive structures and social behavior, is oriented with the norms of social nature and paths of influencing human behavior.

The educational content prepared for this study program insures meeting the learning outcomes required by external stakeholders.

The above given graduate profile is specifically shown in its accomplishments of the didactic process for its learning outcomes with regard to knowledge, skill and social competence.

The graduate of the Theoretical Philosophy specialization possesses expanded knowledge and skill in the area of classic and contemporary philosophical concepts tied to the specialization; is able to analyze and take advantage of philosophical ideas in cultural and social processes; exploits philosophical knowledge in specific situations of characteristic issues for a give community; applies the possibilities of humanistic reflection in various social interactions; identifies relations between contemporary philosophical ideas and cultural transformations.

Admission of International Candidates to degree programmes in English Academic Year 2026/2027

Applications must be submitted electronically via NET24 online recruitment platform https://ujd.net24apply.com/login

Application timeline:

• First intake: 2 March – 31 May 2026
• Second intake: 1 June – 30 June 2026

Documents required

Secondary/High School certificate

You must provide:

• a copy of your Polish Matura certificate, or
• a foreign secondary/high school certificate (a document that allows you to apply for university in the country where it was issued).

The document must:

• have Apostille – if it was issued in a country that is a member of the Hague Convention (5 October 1961) https://www.hcch.net/en/instruments/conventions/status-table/?cid=41
• have legalisation – if it was issued in a country that is not a member of the Convention
• be translated into Polish by a sworn translator. List of sworn translator in Poland: https://arch-bip.ms.gov.pl/pl/rejestry-i-ewidencje/tlumacze-przysiegli/lista-tlumaczy-przysieglych/search.html (The translation must be submitted to the University by the 30 October 2026 for the academic year 2026/2027)

• be officially recognised by NAWA – Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange https://syrena.nawa.gov.pl/

NAWA Recognition

If your certificate is not automatically recognised in Poland, you must obtain an official Diploma Recognition Statement from NAWA, which confirms that your certificate allows you to start university studies in Poland.

https://nawa.gov.pl/en/recognition/how-to-obtain-a-recognition-statement/secondary-school-certificate

Information from the Director of NAWA is not required for certificates issued in EU, OECD and EFTA countries or in countries with which Poland has concluded agreements on mutual recognition of education, including Ukraine full secondary education certificate and China Gaozhong certificate.

Electronic photo in .jpg format (The photo must meet passport photo requirements)

Document confirming their English language proficiency at a minimum B2 level according to the list:

List of documents recognised that confirm proficiency in the English language at a minimum B2 level, in accordance with the regulation of the Minister of Science and Higher Education:

A certificate, diploma, or other document confirming proficiency in English in all four language skills (listening comprehension, reading, speaking, and writing) at B2, C1, or C2 level, issued by one of the following institutions: 

• University of Cambridge, ESOL Examinations: 

̶            B2 First (FCE) 

̶            C1 Advanced (CAE) 

̶            C2 Proficiency (CPE) 

̶            B2 Business Vantage (BEC Vantage) 

̶            C1 Business Higher 

̶            Certificate in English for International Business and Trade (CEIBT) 

•  University of Cambridge, ESOL Examinations, British Council, IDP IELTS Australia: International English Language Testing System IELTS – at least 5.5 points
•  Trinity College London: 

̶            ESOL Skills for Life – Level 1 (B2) or higher 

̶            Integrated Skills in English (ISE) – ISE II or higher 

̶            ISE Digital – above 80 points (B2)

• Educational Testing Service (ETS): 

̶            Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) Internet-Based Test (iBT) – at least 72 points 

̶            Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC) – at least 785 points in Listening & Reading, 150 points in Speaking, and 160 points in Writing

• Pearson Assessment English: 

̶            Pearson English International Certificate – paper and computer-based versions (formerly Pearson Test of English General (PTE) or London Tests of English) Level 3 (Edexcel Certificate in ESOL International Level 1 – Pass, Merit, Distinction) or higher 

̶            Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) – at least 59 points 

•  LanguageCert (PeopleCert Qualifications (PCQ)): 

̶   LanguageCert International ESOL – LanguageCert Level 1 Certificate in ESOL International (Listening, Reading, Writing) (Communicator B2), also known as LanguageCert International ESOL Communicator B2 Listening, Reading, Writing or higher, along with LanguageCert Level 1 Certificate in ESOL International (Speaking) (Communicator B2), also known as LanguageCert International ESOL Communicator B2 Speaking or higher. 

̶    LanguageCert Academic – LanguageCert Level 1 Certificate in ESOL International (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking) (LanguageCert Academic B2) or higher

̶         LanguageCert Test of English – LanguageCert Level 1 Certificate in ESOL International (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking) (LanguageCert Test of English B2) or higher,

•  Education Development International (EDI), London Chamber of Commerce and Industry Examinations Board: London Chamber of Commerce and Industry Examinations (LCCI):

̶            English for Business Level 2 or higher

̶            Foundation Certificate for Teachers of Business English (FTBE)

•  European Consortium for the Certificate of Attainment in Modern Languages – Level B2 (Vantage) or higher. 
• telc GmbH, WBT Weiterbildungs-Testsysteme GmbH: 

̶            Certificate in English 

̶            Certificate in English for Business Purposes 

̶            Certificate in English for Technical Purposes 

̶            telc English 

̶            telc English Business 

̶            telc English Technical 

̶            telc English University  

Insurance

All foreigners in order to undertake studies must have health insurance. It is recommended that the document presented upon enrolment be valid for at least the first year of studies in Poland and cover treatment costs up to EUR 30 000 for the entire period of validity.